Trading Standards Scotland has revealed the top ten scams of the year Criminals have exploited the public health crisis by finding sickening new ways to con the public, according to consumer rights officials. Among the most common scams have been calls or emails informing people they have been in contact with someone with Covid-19 and demanding bank details to pay for a test. Trading Standards Scotland said there had also been a rise in illegal puppy farms as more people sought to buy pets during lockdown, with ‘heartbreaking’ cases of animals purchased then found to have serious illnesses.
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Graham Usher
Bishop Graham s wooden plaque
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In his Christmas message, the Rt Rev Graham Usher, Bishop of Norwich, offers positive thought at the end of a tough year for many of us
Earlier this year I was sent a beautifully carved piece of oak. On it are inscribed the words, “This too shall pass”.
The words come from an ancient Persian story. A wealthy person asked a wise guide what phrase might be true at any time and in any place. These were the words that were offered: “This too shall pass”.
How we long for the pandemic to pass. How we wish that it’s ill effects on livelihoods and jobs, businesses and charities, relationships and abuse would end. Many Christmas plans are in disarray and many will feel great loneliness. How we wish to hug a loved one again and to share a happy meal with family and friends
Christmas film quiz including Home Alone, Elf, Love Actually and more
Nothing beats a good festive flick to get in the Christmas spirit, but how well do you know the classics?
How well do you know Love Actually?
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With coronavirus restrictions preventing us from doing certain things this Christmas, there will be plenty of time to watch our favourite festive films.
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