National flood prevention scheme launched in Perth
A national campaign highlighting the importance of flood prevention was launched yesterday in Perth by MSP Roseanna Cunningham. The Perth MSP launched the Scottish Environment protection agency's annual initiative out at kinkell bridge near Auchterarder - an area prone to flooding. The Scottish Environment minister also met with students on SEPA's new flood risk science training programme. As flooding disrupted homes and businesses during the summer, SEPA is aiming to show the importance of being prepared all year round.
Rural petrol station numbers have fallen in the past ten years
Figures obtained by the Scottish Conservatives have shown a fall in the number of rural petrol stations. The results have shown that over the past ten years the number has fallen by 42 percent nationally. Perthshire figures are even bleaker, with the 40 stations in 1999 reduced to only 20 by 2008. Conservative MSP for Mid Scotland and Fife Liz Smith has voiced her concern saying it could have a major impact on the local job market and that rural communities need more support to maintain their essential infrastructure.
Polling places under review by PKC
Polling districts and polling places are under review by Perth and Kinross Council. The Local Authority is seeking comments from the public as part of a review for parliamentary elections in the local area. Wards covered by the review include Perth City, Kinross-shire and Strathallan. Details of the proposals are available for inspection for 6 weeks and anyone registered to vote can submit their comments to the council, including proposals for alternative polling places.
Friday, 30 October 2009
Wednesday, 28 October 2009
Perth FM News - 28 October 09
lack Watch soldier who died of woulds sustained in Afghanistan has been named
A Black Watch soldier who died from injuries sustained in Afghanistan has been named as Corporal Thomas Mason from Rosyth. He was serving in Kandahar Province when an improvised explosive device detonated six weeks ago. His commanding officer, Leftenant Colonel Stephen Cartwright has called him a hero, and hopes the family can take comfort from that. The Black Watch, who have historic ties to Perth, are due to return from Afghanistan in November.
Tayside MSP joins WWF Scotland campaign
MSP for North Tayside John Swinney has joined WWF Scotland's "Vote Earth" Campaign. The aim is to urge negotiators at the Copenhagan climate summit in December to follow Scotland's lead on greenhouse gas targets. To make his point, Mr Swinney posed with a speech bubble, which reads: "42% - Scotland did it, so can the EU". Mr Swinney has commented, saying it's important that everyone plays a role in combating climate change, whether by recycling, using public transport or making homes energy efficient.
New Blairgowrie visitor centre plans unveiled
Plans for a new visitors centre in Blairgowrie have been unveiled. The 1.1 million pound centre is to be built on the banks of the River Ericht and is planned to showcase the latest environmental thinking, including a wind turbine and a heat pump. It will be financed by the Blairgowrie and Rattray Regeneration company, who won 1.5 million pounds from the Town Centre Regeneration Fund by the Scottish Government. The rest of their awarded money will go towards a hydro scheme planned for the river.
A Black Watch soldier who died from injuries sustained in Afghanistan has been named as Corporal Thomas Mason from Rosyth. He was serving in Kandahar Province when an improvised explosive device detonated six weeks ago. His commanding officer, Leftenant Colonel Stephen Cartwright has called him a hero, and hopes the family can take comfort from that. The Black Watch, who have historic ties to Perth, are due to return from Afghanistan in November.
Tayside MSP joins WWF Scotland campaign
MSP for North Tayside John Swinney has joined WWF Scotland's "Vote Earth" Campaign. The aim is to urge negotiators at the Copenhagan climate summit in December to follow Scotland's lead on greenhouse gas targets. To make his point, Mr Swinney posed with a speech bubble, which reads: "42% - Scotland did it, so can the EU". Mr Swinney has commented, saying it's important that everyone plays a role in combating climate change, whether by recycling, using public transport or making homes energy efficient.
New Blairgowrie visitor centre plans unveiled
Plans for a new visitors centre in Blairgowrie have been unveiled. The 1.1 million pound centre is to be built on the banks of the River Ericht and is planned to showcase the latest environmental thinking, including a wind turbine and a heat pump. It will be financed by the Blairgowrie and Rattray Regeneration company, who won 1.5 million pounds from the Town Centre Regeneration Fund by the Scottish Government. The rest of their awarded money will go towards a hydro scheme planned for the river.
Tuesday, 27 October 2009
Perth FM News - 27 October 09
Firefighters from Palestine will train in Perth
Eight Firefighters from Palestine have arrived in Scotland for 3 weeks of Fire Service Training, some of which will take place at Perth Fire Station. The aim of the project is to enhance the skills of the firefighters and to enable them to impart what they have learned to their colleagues back home. The project was initiated after Ken Ross of the Fire Brigades Union visited Palestine where he met with firefighters about their training needs. The firefighters will train in Perth the week of the 9th of November, learning urban search and rescue techniques.
Blackwatch Soldier dies in hospital
A Blackwatch soldier has died in hospital in Birmingham, six weeks after being wounded in Afghanistan. The soldier who has yet to be named, was injured when an improvised explosive went off in Kandahar in September. Commanding officer, Lt Colonel Stephen Cartwright, has spoken of his sadness following the death. The Blackwatch, who have historic ties with Perthshire, are due to return home from Afghanistan in the next few weeks.
Saints ready for cup tie
St Johnstone take on Dundee United this evening at McDiarmid Park in the quarter final of the CIS Insurance Cup. Kevin Rutkievicz and Filipe Morais have trained over the last few days and may be available for the squad, but Steven Milne will miss out, while Martin Hardie is doubtful with a calf strain. Manager Derek McInnes is determined to bounce back after Saturdays defeat in Kilmarnock.
Eight Firefighters from Palestine have arrived in Scotland for 3 weeks of Fire Service Training, some of which will take place at Perth Fire Station. The aim of the project is to enhance the skills of the firefighters and to enable them to impart what they have learned to their colleagues back home. The project was initiated after Ken Ross of the Fire Brigades Union visited Palestine where he met with firefighters about their training needs. The firefighters will train in Perth the week of the 9th of November, learning urban search and rescue techniques.
Blackwatch Soldier dies in hospital
A Blackwatch soldier has died in hospital in Birmingham, six weeks after being wounded in Afghanistan. The soldier who has yet to be named, was injured when an improvised explosive went off in Kandahar in September. Commanding officer, Lt Colonel Stephen Cartwright, has spoken of his sadness following the death. The Blackwatch, who have historic ties with Perthshire, are due to return home from Afghanistan in the next few weeks.
Saints ready for cup tie
St Johnstone take on Dundee United this evening at McDiarmid Park in the quarter final of the CIS Insurance Cup. Kevin Rutkievicz and Filipe Morais have trained over the last few days and may be available for the squad, but Steven Milne will miss out, while Martin Hardie is doubtful with a calf strain. Manager Derek McInnes is determined to bounce back after Saturdays defeat in Kilmarnock.
Monday, 26 October 2009
Perth FM News - 26 October 09
Power lines look set to be approved
Reports that the Beauly to Denny Power line looks set to be approved by the Scottish Government has raised concerns for a local politician. Conservative MSP for Mid Scotland and Fife Liz Smith thinks other alternatives may not have been given full consideration and is also worried about environmental and health concerns. The necessary upgrade to the lines will see 600 pylons, each 200 feet high built between Inverness and Falkirk, passing through rural Perthshire. The proposals prompted the biggest public inquiry since devolution and received more than 18,000 objections.
3SCOTS return home next month
The Blackwatch 3rd battalion the royal regiment of Scotland are due to return from Afghanistan in November. 3 SCOTS are currently based in Kandahar where they took over as the Regional Battle group in April. They also have soldiers deployed across the Helmand Provice and have been involved in a variety of operations.
New community campus keys handed over to PKC
Loch Leven Community Campus in Kinross was today the first of the four 'hub' community campuses to be handed over to Perth & Kinross Council as part of the 136 million pound Investment in Learning Programme. Leader of the Council Ian Miller received the keys to the campus, which will be the new home for Kinross High School from Thursday. The hub campus brings together state of the art facilities for school pupils and also the Kinross-shire community include a outdoor football, rugby, and hockey pitches, meeting rooms, drama and recording studio and a hall with cinema-style projection. In addition a brand new community library will be open from the end of November.
Reports that the Beauly to Denny Power line looks set to be approved by the Scottish Government has raised concerns for a local politician. Conservative MSP for Mid Scotland and Fife Liz Smith thinks other alternatives may not have been given full consideration and is also worried about environmental and health concerns. The necessary upgrade to the lines will see 600 pylons, each 200 feet high built between Inverness and Falkirk, passing through rural Perthshire. The proposals prompted the biggest public inquiry since devolution and received more than 18,000 objections.
3SCOTS return home next month
The Blackwatch 3rd battalion the royal regiment of Scotland are due to return from Afghanistan in November. 3 SCOTS are currently based in Kandahar where they took over as the Regional Battle group in April. They also have soldiers deployed across the Helmand Provice and have been involved in a variety of operations.
New community campus keys handed over to PKC
Loch Leven Community Campus in Kinross was today the first of the four 'hub' community campuses to be handed over to Perth & Kinross Council as part of the 136 million pound Investment in Learning Programme. Leader of the Council Ian Miller received the keys to the campus, which will be the new home for Kinross High School from Thursday. The hub campus brings together state of the art facilities for school pupils and also the Kinross-shire community include a outdoor football, rugby, and hockey pitches, meeting rooms, drama and recording studio and a hall with cinema-style projection. In addition a brand new community library will be open from the end of November.
Friday, 23 October 2009
Perth FM news - 23 Oct 09
Blackwatch troops mobilised in Afghanistan
3SCOTS Black Watch troops in Afghanistan were mobilised on short notice yesterday when a US army Chinook helicopter suffered a hard landing on difficult ground. A number of UK and Aghfan troops had been on the troop carrying aircraft and although it was badly damaged, no one was injured. As a specialist US Recovery team set to work to prepare the Chinook for extraction insurgents began to mass. One badly injured insurgent was subsequently treated by 3 SCOTS medics and evacuated by helicopter to an ISAF medical facility.
Campaignors say incinerator is fire hazzard
Campaignors against an incinerator planned for the centre of Perth are now warning that it could be a fire hazard. Bridgend, Gannochy and Kinnoull Council have highlighted last week's fire at Holden Environmental at Shore road as an example of what could happen. The 100 million pound incinerator is planned to be on the same site, which saw 7 pumps from across Tayside battle to put out the flames. Campaignors are worried about the proximity of the site to the harbour and prison as well as major roads.
Local MP weighs in on BNP television appearance
Local MP Pete Wishart has weighed in on his views over the BBC Question Time programme last night. The programme has been controversial after the BBC invited BNP leader Nick Griffin to participate on the show. Mr Wishart has said he believes the Party shouldn’t have been given a platform as they have no elected representatives. The BBC have defended their position stating BNP support achieved during the last European Election
3SCOTS Black Watch troops in Afghanistan were mobilised on short notice yesterday when a US army Chinook helicopter suffered a hard landing on difficult ground. A number of UK and Aghfan troops had been on the troop carrying aircraft and although it was badly damaged, no one was injured. As a specialist US Recovery team set to work to prepare the Chinook for extraction insurgents began to mass. One badly injured insurgent was subsequently treated by 3 SCOTS medics and evacuated by helicopter to an ISAF medical facility.
Campaignors say incinerator is fire hazzard
Campaignors against an incinerator planned for the centre of Perth are now warning that it could be a fire hazard. Bridgend, Gannochy and Kinnoull Council have highlighted last week's fire at Holden Environmental at Shore road as an example of what could happen. The 100 million pound incinerator is planned to be on the same site, which saw 7 pumps from across Tayside battle to put out the flames. Campaignors are worried about the proximity of the site to the harbour and prison as well as major roads.
Local MP weighs in on BNP television appearance
Local MP Pete Wishart has weighed in on his views over the BBC Question Time programme last night. The programme has been controversial after the BBC invited BNP leader Nick Griffin to participate on the show. Mr Wishart has said he believes the Party shouldn’t have been given a platform as they have no elected representatives. The BBC have defended their position stating BNP support achieved during the last European Election
Wednesday, 21 October 2009
Perth FM News - 21 October 09
H1N1 vaccination begins in Tayside
The Swine Flu vaccination has now been kicked off in Tayside. NHS Tayside will initially be targeting areas in its hospitals where patients may be more likely to be admitted with flu, such as the infectious diseases unit, children's wards and intensive care units. People who are in clinical at-risk groups will receive a letter from their own GP inviting them to attend for vaccination over the coming weeks
MP calls for more weather stations to be used in Payments scheme
Labour MP for Ochil and South Perthshire Gordon Banks yesterday continued his campaign to have more weather stations used to calculate payments under the Cold Weather Payments scheme. The programme makes automatic payments to those who qualify, such as pensioners or the severely disabled, when the average temperature at a station falls to zero degrees. Mr Banks believes areas such as Crieff and Luncarty could be missing out as their temperature is gauged by a station at Leuchars. There are 190 stations in the UK measuring temperature on a daily basis and only 76 used for calculating this award.
'Lively debate' expected on Beault to Denny Line
An engineering organisation has said it expects a "lively debate" during discussions on the proposed upgrade of the Beauly to Denny power line. The seminar is designed to give people the opportunity to hear from the companies concerned and to ask questions. A decision approving or rejecting the upgrade has still to be made by Scottish ministers following an 11-month-long public inquiry that heard the cases for and against the proposal. Costs involved have been estimated at 400 million pounds.
The Swine Flu vaccination has now been kicked off in Tayside. NHS Tayside will initially be targeting areas in its hospitals where patients may be more likely to be admitted with flu, such as the infectious diseases unit, children's wards and intensive care units. People who are in clinical at-risk groups will receive a letter from their own GP inviting them to attend for vaccination over the coming weeks
MP calls for more weather stations to be used in Payments scheme
Labour MP for Ochil and South Perthshire Gordon Banks yesterday continued his campaign to have more weather stations used to calculate payments under the Cold Weather Payments scheme. The programme makes automatic payments to those who qualify, such as pensioners or the severely disabled, when the average temperature at a station falls to zero degrees. Mr Banks believes areas such as Crieff and Luncarty could be missing out as their temperature is gauged by a station at Leuchars. There are 190 stations in the UK measuring temperature on a daily basis and only 76 used for calculating this award.
'Lively debate' expected on Beault to Denny Line
An engineering organisation has said it expects a "lively debate" during discussions on the proposed upgrade of the Beauly to Denny power line. The seminar is designed to give people the opportunity to hear from the companies concerned and to ask questions. A decision approving or rejecting the upgrade has still to be made by Scottish ministers following an 11-month-long public inquiry that heard the cases for and against the proposal. Costs involved have been estimated at 400 million pounds.
Monday, 19 October 2009
Perth FM News - 19 October 2009
Perth restaurant robbery - three men being sought by Police
A Perth family restaurant was robbed in the early hours of Sunday morning. Three men are now being sought by Tayside Police after assaulting two members of staff and taking a sum of money from the Maltings Restaurant on Dunkeld Road. The robbers, who had their faces masked, escaped on foot behind the Holiday Inn and following the Perth to Inverness rail line. Detective Sergeant Jim Smith of the Criminal Investigation Department has described it as a cowardly attack on those going about their daily business.
Industrial site fire 'not suspicious'
A fire that lit up one of Perth's largest industrial areas on Friday night is not being treated as suspicious. The Holden Environmental premises went up in flames around 11 o'clock on Friday evening, with the smoke seen for miles. Firefighters spent all of Saturday dampening the site after fears a chemical incident could occur. Tayside Police have now said that the fire is not being treated as suspicious.
Shore Road has remained closed to the public today.
Perth Airport exclusive agreement
The Scottish Aero Club have signed an agreement with the owners of Perth Airport to be the sole flying club at the airport. The club has been based in Perth since 1956 and is the oldest in Scotland. Included in the new agreement is the rental of clubhouse facilities and the main hangar over the next 5 years and use of the 3 runways. Keith Boardman, Scottish Aero club chairman as said they hope to highlight Perth airport as a premier pilot and engineering training facility.
A Perth family restaurant was robbed in the early hours of Sunday morning. Three men are now being sought by Tayside Police after assaulting two members of staff and taking a sum of money from the Maltings Restaurant on Dunkeld Road. The robbers, who had their faces masked, escaped on foot behind the Holiday Inn and following the Perth to Inverness rail line. Detective Sergeant Jim Smith of the Criminal Investigation Department has described it as a cowardly attack on those going about their daily business.
Industrial site fire 'not suspicious'
A fire that lit up one of Perth's largest industrial areas on Friday night is not being treated as suspicious. The Holden Environmental premises went up in flames around 11 o'clock on Friday evening, with the smoke seen for miles. Firefighters spent all of Saturday dampening the site after fears a chemical incident could occur. Tayside Police have now said that the fire is not being treated as suspicious.
Shore Road has remained closed to the public today.
Perth Airport exclusive agreement
The Scottish Aero Club have signed an agreement with the owners of Perth Airport to be the sole flying club at the airport. The club has been based in Perth since 1956 and is the oldest in Scotland. Included in the new agreement is the rental of clubhouse facilities and the main hangar over the next 5 years and use of the 3 runways. Keith Boardman, Scottish Aero club chairman as said they hope to highlight Perth airport as a premier pilot and engineering training facility.
Thursday, 15 October 2009
Perth FM News - 15th October 2009
This year's Enchanted Forest is "bigger and better"
Last night saw the launch of this year's enchanted forest event at Faskally Woods near Pitlochry. This year's theme has incorporated the Homecoming celebrations and is titled Scottish Myths and Legends and organisers say the event is bigger and better than ever before. Running now for 8 years, it's become a big draw for tourists and incorporates many different effects, including fireworks, lights and live actors.
Tourist industry wouldn't suffer in wind farm goes ahead
It's been said that the tourist industry in Perthshire would not suffer if a wind farm development were to go ahead. Town Planner David Stewart was speaking at a public inquiry in Amulree Village Hall into the proposal for a 14 turbine wind farm at Logiealmond. He has said studies into developments elsewhere have shown visitor numbers have continued to grow even after wind farms are in place. The public inquiry will determine an appeal against the decision by Perth and Kinross Council to refuse planning consent.
PKC investment has boosted local economy
One million pounds investment into the local economy by the Council has helped by protecting local jobs and businesses. The latest findings by the Local Authority have shown successes in efforts to support local companies through the recession. The funds have aided 23 start up businesses and has given out 28 grants, totally over 60 jobs that were created or secured by the money. Leader of the Council, Ian Miller has said he is delighted at the positive impact and that the council is determined to come out of the downturn in good shape.
Last night saw the launch of this year's enchanted forest event at Faskally Woods near Pitlochry. This year's theme has incorporated the Homecoming celebrations and is titled Scottish Myths and Legends and organisers say the event is bigger and better than ever before. Running now for 8 years, it's become a big draw for tourists and incorporates many different effects, including fireworks, lights and live actors.
Tourist industry wouldn't suffer in wind farm goes ahead
It's been said that the tourist industry in Perthshire would not suffer if a wind farm development were to go ahead. Town Planner David Stewart was speaking at a public inquiry in Amulree Village Hall into the proposal for a 14 turbine wind farm at Logiealmond. He has said studies into developments elsewhere have shown visitor numbers have continued to grow even after wind farms are in place. The public inquiry will determine an appeal against the decision by Perth and Kinross Council to refuse planning consent.
PKC investment has boosted local economy
One million pounds investment into the local economy by the Council has helped by protecting local jobs and businesses. The latest findings by the Local Authority have shown successes in efforts to support local companies through the recession. The funds have aided 23 start up businesses and has given out 28 grants, totally over 60 jobs that were created or secured by the money. Leader of the Council, Ian Miller has said he is delighted at the positive impact and that the council is determined to come out of the downturn in good shape.
Tuesday, 13 October 2009
Perth FM news - 13 October 09
Palliative Care centre opens its doors to the public
The new specialist palliative care centre in Perth is to open its doors to the public this week. The open days will give locals a chance to look around the Cornhill Macmillan Centre before it opens to in-patients next month. The new facility was made possible due to a massive fundraising campaign that has taken place around Perth and Kinross for the last two year. The centre will be open to the public tomorrow between 4.30 and 7 o'clock and on Monday at 10 o'clock
First Minister welcomes acquisition of Kinross firm
First Minister Alex Salmond has welcomed the 6.1 million pounds acquisition of Todd and Duncan Limited by China's leading cashmere company. Mr Salmond has said that it demonstrates confidence in Scotland's economy, secures around 200 jobs, and reinforces Scotland's global reputation for manufacturing luxury textiles. Kinross-based Todd & Duncan boasts a 142 year history of manufacturing high quality cashmere yarn to fashion houses around the world. The First Minister met some of the staff on a visit to their Kinross facility yesterday.
Homeless charity will not be changing its name
A Perth Homeless Charity has decided against changing a part of its name. Churches Action for Homeless, or CATH, was considering dropping the 'churches' part of their title, claiming homeless people had been put off because of perceptions of the church and religion. Trustees had been concerned they were not serving Perth and Kinross as well as they might have been. However, in a letter to members, chairman Walter Grant has said the issue will not be put forward at the groups AGM later this month.
The new specialist palliative care centre in Perth is to open its doors to the public this week. The open days will give locals a chance to look around the Cornhill Macmillan Centre before it opens to in-patients next month. The new facility was made possible due to a massive fundraising campaign that has taken place around Perth and Kinross for the last two year. The centre will be open to the public tomorrow between 4.30 and 7 o'clock and on Monday at 10 o'clock
First Minister welcomes acquisition of Kinross firm
First Minister Alex Salmond has welcomed the 6.1 million pounds acquisition of Todd and Duncan Limited by China's leading cashmere company. Mr Salmond has said that it demonstrates confidence in Scotland's economy, secures around 200 jobs, and reinforces Scotland's global reputation for manufacturing luxury textiles. Kinross-based Todd & Duncan boasts a 142 year history of manufacturing high quality cashmere yarn to fashion houses around the world. The First Minister met some of the staff on a visit to their Kinross facility yesterday.
Homeless charity will not be changing its name
A Perth Homeless Charity has decided against changing a part of its name. Churches Action for Homeless, or CATH, was considering dropping the 'churches' part of their title, claiming homeless people had been put off because of perceptions of the church and religion. Trustees had been concerned they were not serving Perth and Kinross as well as they might have been. However, in a letter to members, chairman Walter Grant has said the issue will not be put forward at the groups AGM later this month.
Monday, 12 October 2009
Perth FM news - 12 October 09
First Minister visits Kinross Cashmere firm
The First Minister, Alex Salmond, is visiting Todd and Duncan of Kinross today following the acquisition of the firm by a Chinese Cashmere company. With the takeover securing around 200 jobs and the future of the textile firm, Mr Salmond believes the move will strengthen Scotland's ties with China. Mr Salmond will meet staff at the Loch level factory, which has a 142 year history of manufacturing quality cashmere yarn. A plaque is to be unveiled to mark the deal.
Planning application submitted for Alyth Cemetary expansion
Perth and Kinross Council are hoping to purchase land to extend Alyth cemetery.
In a 2004 review, many Perthshire villages were identified as being in need of expansion within the next twenty years. The Council have already begun a scheme of buying back unused lairs, as families have since moved from the area or were unaware of pre-paid land. A planning application has now been submitted to expand Alyth north of the existing site on agricultural land.
Missing pensioner may have been headed for Perth
A missing Inverness pensioner may have been travelling to Perth when he was last seen. Officers from the Highland city are appealing for help in tracing Alexander Yule who has not been seen for several days. The 70 year old man is believed to have travelled to the area last Thursday and it's known that he uses public transport and stays in hotels.
Below is a released photograph of Mr Yule and anyone with information is asked to contact Tayside Police.
The First Minister, Alex Salmond, is visiting Todd and Duncan of Kinross today following the acquisition of the firm by a Chinese Cashmere company. With the takeover securing around 200 jobs and the future of the textile firm, Mr Salmond believes the move will strengthen Scotland's ties with China. Mr Salmond will meet staff at the Loch level factory, which has a 142 year history of manufacturing quality cashmere yarn. A plaque is to be unveiled to mark the deal.
Planning application submitted for Alyth Cemetary expansion
Perth and Kinross Council are hoping to purchase land to extend Alyth cemetery.
In a 2004 review, many Perthshire villages were identified as being in need of expansion within the next twenty years. The Council have already begun a scheme of buying back unused lairs, as families have since moved from the area or were unaware of pre-paid land. A planning application has now been submitted to expand Alyth north of the existing site on agricultural land.
Missing pensioner may have been headed for Perth
A missing Inverness pensioner may have been travelling to Perth when he was last seen. Officers from the Highland city are appealing for help in tracing Alexander Yule who has not been seen for several days. The 70 year old man is believed to have travelled to the area last Thursday and it's known that he uses public transport and stays in hotels.
Below is a released photograph of Mr Yule and anyone with information is asked to contact Tayside Police.
Friday, 9 October 2009
Local volunteers praised in Scottish Parliament
Volunteers from Blairgowrie and Perth have been praised in the Scottish Parliament.
Staff abd volunteers from the Blairgowrie Strathmore Centre for Youth Dialogue and the Perth YMCA were brought to the parliament's attention during a debate on volunteering. Mid Scotland and Fife Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser commended the support that Project Scotland has given to voluntary sector projects in Perth and Perthshire. Mr Fraser was highlighting the affect that funding cuts have had, with the number of volunteer placements being reduced as a result. He believes volunteering gives youngsters valuable experience, which they may now be missing out on.
Campaignors demand face-to-face meeting
Campaignors against the planned incinerator for Perth are demanding a face to face meeting with Perth and Kinross Council Leader Ian Miller. Outline consent for the incinerator has already been granted however those battling against it say it could have a devastating effect on the city. Local politicians and businesses have all spoken out against the plans in the past, with Bridgend Gannochy and Kinnoull Community Council consulting with a lawyer about the legality of the plans' approval.
They have asked to speak with Mr Miller to make sure their voices are heard ahead of a meeting in November.
Scone residents campaign against supermarket proposals
Scone residents are stepping up their campaign against the proposals for a supermarket in the village. The Scone Organisation for the Protection of the Environment insist the majority of locals oppose the plans. At a public meeting, members discussed the potential impact of the store.They are now encouraging others to write letters of objection and sign their petition. An outline application for the food store on the site of Scone’s park and ride was lodged earlier this year.
Volunteers from Blairgowrie and Perth have been praised in the Scottish Parliament.
Staff abd volunteers from the Blairgowrie Strathmore Centre for Youth Dialogue and the Perth YMCA were brought to the parliament's attention during a debate on volunteering. Mid Scotland and Fife Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser commended the support that Project Scotland has given to voluntary sector projects in Perth and Perthshire. Mr Fraser was highlighting the affect that funding cuts have had, with the number of volunteer placements being reduced as a result. He believes volunteering gives youngsters valuable experience, which they may now be missing out on.
Campaignors demand face-to-face meeting
Campaignors against the planned incinerator for Perth are demanding a face to face meeting with Perth and Kinross Council Leader Ian Miller. Outline consent for the incinerator has already been granted however those battling against it say it could have a devastating effect on the city. Local politicians and businesses have all spoken out against the plans in the past, with Bridgend Gannochy and Kinnoull Community Council consulting with a lawyer about the legality of the plans' approval.
They have asked to speak with Mr Miller to make sure their voices are heard ahead of a meeting in November.
Scone residents campaign against supermarket proposals
Scone residents are stepping up their campaign against the proposals for a supermarket in the village. The Scone Organisation for the Protection of the Environment insist the majority of locals oppose the plans. At a public meeting, members discussed the potential impact of the store.They are now encouraging others to write letters of objection and sign their petition. An outline application for the food store on the site of Scone’s park and ride was lodged earlier this year.
Thursday, 8 October 2009
Perth FM News - 8 Oct 09
Tayside Police drugs bust in Perth
Tayside Police drugs squad officers have recovered 26 thousand pounds of Class A drugs in Perth. In an intelligence-led operation yesterday morning in the Broxden area, the drugs, believed to be heroin, were discovered. Two men from the North East of England were arrested and charged in connection with the incident and are expected to appear at Perth Sheriff Court today. Detective Inspector Stuart Holmes, Head of the Drugs Branch, has said there will be no let up, in the efforts to tackle drugs supplies into Tayside.
Future of Perth City Hall report to be discussed at Full Council meeting
A report on options for the future of Perth City Hall will go before a meeting of the Full Council in mid-December. The report will outline possible solutions for the building which, if agreed, will be presented to the public for consultation. The Council has appointed specialist property company, Locum Consulting, to consider and provide independent advice on viable options for the City Hall. Councillor Ian Miller, Leader of the Council has said they are committed to finding the right solution.
Perth Charter to go on display for Perth 800
The ancient document that granted Perth Royal Burgh status in 1210 has been restored in time for the Perth 800 celebrations. The Charter was on show at the Council Archive today and is due to be put on display at Perth Museum and Art Gallery in an exhibition celebration life and death in medieval Perth. The conservation work has been carried out free of charge by the National Archive of Scotland in Edinburgh.
Tayside Police drugs squad officers have recovered 26 thousand pounds of Class A drugs in Perth. In an intelligence-led operation yesterday morning in the Broxden area, the drugs, believed to be heroin, were discovered. Two men from the North East of England were arrested and charged in connection with the incident and are expected to appear at Perth Sheriff Court today. Detective Inspector Stuart Holmes, Head of the Drugs Branch, has said there will be no let up, in the efforts to tackle drugs supplies into Tayside.
Future of Perth City Hall report to be discussed at Full Council meeting
A report on options for the future of Perth City Hall will go before a meeting of the Full Council in mid-December. The report will outline possible solutions for the building which, if agreed, will be presented to the public for consultation. The Council has appointed specialist property company, Locum Consulting, to consider and provide independent advice on viable options for the City Hall. Councillor Ian Miller, Leader of the Council has said they are committed to finding the right solution.
Perth Charter to go on display for Perth 800
The ancient document that granted Perth Royal Burgh status in 1210 has been restored in time for the Perth 800 celebrations. The Charter was on show at the Council Archive today and is due to be put on display at Perth Museum and Art Gallery in an exhibition celebration life and death in medieval Perth. The conservation work has been carried out free of charge by the National Archive of Scotland in Edinburgh.
Wednesday, 7 October 2009
Perth FM News - 7 Oct 09
Black Watch Soldiers destroy insurgent stronghold
The Black Watch, on deployment in Afghanistan, has destroyed an insurgent stronghold.
The troops, which include many from Tayside, uncovered an array of narcotics and Taliban weapons during a three day mission in the Helmand Province. Joined by an Afghan counter narcotics team and US bomb disposal experts they also discovered bomb-making equipment that included ingredients for making home made explosives.
MSP hails new provisions to be made to Housing Bill
MSP Roseanna Cunningham has hailed new provisions to be made to the forthcoming Housing Bill in the Scottish Parliament. The Crieff Branch of the Royal British Legion had written to Ms Cunningham about concerns they had about how former service personnel were treated by the current housing rules. At present, if a household becomes homeless the local authority must consider them for rehousing if they have lived or worked in an area. However it does not extend to thr armed services.
Ms Cunningham wrote to the Housing Minister and has been informed that the new Bill will remove the discrimination.
Scam postal mail warning to Perthshire residents
Perthshire Residents are being urged to be vigilant over scam mail cons. Perth and Kinross Trading Standards is backing a new national poster campaign which warns against the dangers of postal scams. According to research by the Office of Fair Trading, 350 millions pounds is lost by UK consumers every year to prize draw, lottery and clairvoyant scams. Perth and Kinross Trading Standards have uncovered several shocking local cases in recent years, including an elderly lady in her nineties who sent 4,000 pounds to bogus clairvoyants and a 55-year-old local man who sent around 29,000 pounds to a Costa Rican based lottery scam
The Black Watch, on deployment in Afghanistan, has destroyed an insurgent stronghold.
The troops, which include many from Tayside, uncovered an array of narcotics and Taliban weapons during a three day mission in the Helmand Province. Joined by an Afghan counter narcotics team and US bomb disposal experts they also discovered bomb-making equipment that included ingredients for making home made explosives.
MSP hails new provisions to be made to Housing Bill
MSP Roseanna Cunningham has hailed new provisions to be made to the forthcoming Housing Bill in the Scottish Parliament. The Crieff Branch of the Royal British Legion had written to Ms Cunningham about concerns they had about how former service personnel were treated by the current housing rules. At present, if a household becomes homeless the local authority must consider them for rehousing if they have lived or worked in an area. However it does not extend to thr armed services.
Ms Cunningham wrote to the Housing Minister and has been informed that the new Bill will remove the discrimination.
Scam postal mail warning to Perthshire residents
Perthshire Residents are being urged to be vigilant over scam mail cons. Perth and Kinross Trading Standards is backing a new national poster campaign which warns against the dangers of postal scams. According to research by the Office of Fair Trading, 350 millions pounds is lost by UK consumers every year to prize draw, lottery and clairvoyant scams. Perth and Kinross Trading Standards have uncovered several shocking local cases in recent years, including an elderly lady in her nineties who sent 4,000 pounds to bogus clairvoyants and a 55-year-old local man who sent around 29,000 pounds to a Costa Rican based lottery scam
Tuesday, 6 October 2009
Perth FM News - 6 Oct 09
NHS Tayside urges vulnerable groups to get flu jab
The annual flu vacinnation campaign was launched yesterday, with NHS Tayside urging vulnerable groups to take up the invitation of the jab. The public focus has been on swine flu, however, the NHS is pointing out that seasonal flu can still cause problems. Free vaccinations are offered to patients over 65 and those with a medical condition. The jab will not protect against the H1N1 virus, but the programme of vaccination for swine flu is due to begin in the coming weeks.
Black Watch Museum welcomes Minister for Culture
The Black Watch yesterday welcomed the Minister for Culture Michael Russell to Balhousie castle, the home of the Black Watch Regimental Museum. The minister was on hand to present their accreditation ftom the Museums, libraries and archives council.
They are the 2nd military museum in Scotland to have received this prestigious award and have gone through a strict vetting process to ensure they met the correct criteria.
Saints players supper Alcohol Awareness Week
Players from St Johnstone have shown their support for Alcohol Awareness week.
The campaign aims to encourage people to change their drink habits and to drink responsibly and events are being organised across Perth and Kinross by the local Alcohol and Drug partnership office. Alcohol related health problems are in the rise in Scotland, with Tayside ranking amongst the top five areas in the UK with alcohol related deaths. Saints players are at the peak of physical fitness to compete in the SPL, says boss Derek McInnes, and being careful with alcohol consumption is a key aspect of that.
The annual flu vacinnation campaign was launched yesterday, with NHS Tayside urging vulnerable groups to take up the invitation of the jab. The public focus has been on swine flu, however, the NHS is pointing out that seasonal flu can still cause problems. Free vaccinations are offered to patients over 65 and those with a medical condition. The jab will not protect against the H1N1 virus, but the programme of vaccination for swine flu is due to begin in the coming weeks.
Black Watch Museum welcomes Minister for Culture
The Black Watch yesterday welcomed the Minister for Culture Michael Russell to Balhousie castle, the home of the Black Watch Regimental Museum. The minister was on hand to present their accreditation ftom the Museums, libraries and archives council.
They are the 2nd military museum in Scotland to have received this prestigious award and have gone through a strict vetting process to ensure they met the correct criteria.
Saints players supper Alcohol Awareness Week
Players from St Johnstone have shown their support for Alcohol Awareness week.
The campaign aims to encourage people to change their drink habits and to drink responsibly and events are being organised across Perth and Kinross by the local Alcohol and Drug partnership office. Alcohol related health problems are in the rise in Scotland, with Tayside ranking amongst the top five areas in the UK with alcohol related deaths. Saints players are at the peak of physical fitness to compete in the SPL, says boss Derek McInnes, and being careful with alcohol consumption is a key aspect of that.
Friday, 2 October 2009
Perth FM News - 2 October 09
Perth Incinerator Campaign made it's way to the Scottish Parliament
The campaign against the Perth Incinerator was taken to the Scottish Parliament yesterday in a national protest against the spread of incinerators in Scotland.
Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser joined the demonstration opposing its construction.
The Conservatives recently telephoned over 10 thousand households in Perth to ask their opinion and were met with a vast majority against the plans. Mr Fraser believes the incinerator could represent a health hazard to the city, as well as a blot on the skyline.
PKC helps launch national Act Against Harm campaign
Perth and Kinross council have today helped launch a national campaign to protect adults at risk from harm. The Act Against Harm campaign is intended to help with financial needs as well as physical or emotional harm. A national advertising campaign will promote the scheme that has been designed to raise awareness of the new Adult Support and Protection Act. Council leader Ian Miller is delighted to be involved and has said the council is committed to protecting all vulnerable people in the area.
Dunkeld Bridge repair plans lodged with PKC
Plans have been lodged with the Council to repair the Telford Bridge in Dunkeld. The environmental service hopes to re-point the mortar joints and remove vegetation from the structure as well as carry out repair to stonework. Assurances have been given the work is part of routine maintenance and not a sign of an underlying problem. The bridge was first used in 1808 and has not had any work done on it since the 1950s
when it had stonework replaced.
The campaign against the Perth Incinerator was taken to the Scottish Parliament yesterday in a national protest against the spread of incinerators in Scotland.
Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser joined the demonstration opposing its construction.
The Conservatives recently telephoned over 10 thousand households in Perth to ask their opinion and were met with a vast majority against the plans. Mr Fraser believes the incinerator could represent a health hazard to the city, as well as a blot on the skyline.
PKC helps launch national Act Against Harm campaign
Perth and Kinross council have today helped launch a national campaign to protect adults at risk from harm. The Act Against Harm campaign is intended to help with financial needs as well as physical or emotional harm. A national advertising campaign will promote the scheme that has been designed to raise awareness of the new Adult Support and Protection Act. Council leader Ian Miller is delighted to be involved and has said the council is committed to protecting all vulnerable people in the area.
Dunkeld Bridge repair plans lodged with PKC
Plans have been lodged with the Council to repair the Telford Bridge in Dunkeld. The environmental service hopes to re-point the mortar joints and remove vegetation from the structure as well as carry out repair to stonework. Assurances have been given the work is part of routine maintenance and not a sign of an underlying problem. The bridge was first used in 1808 and has not had any work done on it since the 1950s
when it had stonework replaced.
Thursday, 1 October 2009
Perth FM News - 1 October 09
Perth regiments to be honoured by the Fair City
It was confirmed yesterday that Perth's local army regiments are to be honoured by the Fair City. Territorial Army regiment 7 Scots will be granted the freedom of the city of Perth, while the Black Watch will parade through Perth on its return from Afghanistan. The Black Watch already has the freedom of the city, having been granted the honour in 1947. The freedom is offered to those who have served the area with distinction.
Conservatives concerned over Beauly to Denny Power lines
Two local Conservative politicians are calling on the Scottish government to consider all new information surrounding the proposed beauly to denny power line. A debate is taking place in parliament today on Scotland's future energy needs and how it's supplied to the country. Mid-Scotland and Fife MSPs Murdo Fraser and Liz Smith believe questions still remain on potential health hazards and are asking that investigations are as open as possible. A public inquiry took place earlier this year, and was the largest in Scotland since devolution.
Stroke unit to be created at PRI
A dedicated stroke unit is to be created at Perth Royal Infirmary. PRI currently has an 8-bed rehabilitation unit for those who have suffered a stroke, but others have been treated in general wards. The creation of this new 26-bed unit will use existing estate, with the hopes of opening by December. The new facility will allow patients to be treated together with specialist staff.
It was confirmed yesterday that Perth's local army regiments are to be honoured by the Fair City. Territorial Army regiment 7 Scots will be granted the freedom of the city of Perth, while the Black Watch will parade through Perth on its return from Afghanistan. The Black Watch already has the freedom of the city, having been granted the honour in 1947. The freedom is offered to those who have served the area with distinction.
Conservatives concerned over Beauly to Denny Power lines
Two local Conservative politicians are calling on the Scottish government to consider all new information surrounding the proposed beauly to denny power line. A debate is taking place in parliament today on Scotland's future energy needs and how it's supplied to the country. Mid-Scotland and Fife MSPs Murdo Fraser and Liz Smith believe questions still remain on potential health hazards and are asking that investigations are as open as possible. A public inquiry took place earlier this year, and was the largest in Scotland since devolution.
Stroke unit to be created at PRI
A dedicated stroke unit is to be created at Perth Royal Infirmary. PRI currently has an 8-bed rehabilitation unit for those who have suffered a stroke, but others have been treated in general wards. The creation of this new 26-bed unit will use existing estate, with the hopes of opening by December. The new facility will allow patients to be treated together with specialist staff.
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