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Scottish Sun
12 hours ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Tunnocks slams UK Government over TV advert ban
But junk food advertisements are soon to be banned from airing before the TV watershed as part of the government's drive to improve public health Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TUNNOCK'S bosses have slammed plans to ban TV ads for their tasty treats until after 9pm. The iconic company, based in Uddingston, Lanarkshire, are famed for their snowballs, teacakes and caramel logs which are exported around the globe. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Tunnock's chiefs have hit out at the UK Government over a TV advert restriction Credit: Les Gallagher - The Sun Glasgow 2 The historic confectionary firm is renowned for its teacakes Credit: John Kirkby - The Sun Glasgow But junk food advertisements are soon to be banned from airing before the TV watershed as part of the government's drive to improve public health. In addition, online ads for products that are high in fat, salt and sugar will be banned altogether. In an interview, Fergus Loudon, sales director at Tunnock's, said: 'What we really need to guard against is, as an industry, being blamed for societal problems which are most definitely not of our making. 'Obesity is a serious issue but it's an issue that only education will address. 'Banning chocolate biscuit ads on TV before nine o'clock to prevent obesity is rather like banning foreign holidays to prevent skin damage from too much sun.' In February, Tunnock's took a swipe at rival brands that reduced the size of their products in a new advertising campaign. The biscuit firm teamed up with Taggart star Alex Norton to investigate other chocolate makers "getting away with murder" by shrinking their bars. The actor played the role of a detective probing the growing trend of "shrinkflation" in the confectionery industry. Westminster plans to introduce the new AD restrictions on October 1 2025 across the UK. Ally McCoist is in cycling crash as he rides 555 miles across Ireland to raise money for the My Name's Doddie Foundation A recent survey by Obesity Action Scotland showed a majority of Scots would support a ban on junk food advertising before 9pm. The poll, which was carried out by YouGov on behalf of the campaign group, found 74 per cent supported a ban on junk food adverts on TV before 9pm, with 69 per cent supporting a similar ban online and 66 per cent a ban on adverts outside the home before 9pm. A UK Government spokesperson said: "Obesity robs our kids of the best possible start in life, sets them up for a lifetime of health problems, and costs the NHS billions. "This government is taking action now to end the targeting of junk food ads at kids, across both TV and online. "This is the first step to deliver a major shift in the focus of healthcare from sickness to prevention, and towards meeting our government's ambition to give every child a healthy, happy start to life."
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Scots con almost dies after bungling jail nurse gave her methadone meant for lag with same first name
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A PRISONER almost died of an overdose after an NHS nurse gave her methadone meant for another lag. The woman, 24, thought to be a non-drug user, is said to have suffered a cardiac arrest due to the devastating mistake at Polmont jail near Falkirk. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Methadone is a substance that acts on opioid receptors and is primarily used for pain relief and anesthesia. 2 The accidental overdose happened at Polmont nick in Stirlingshire Credit: Michael Schofield - The Sun Glasgow She received life-saving treatment in an ambulance on her way to hospital, a jail insider said. It's claimed the mix-up occurred because the victim had the same first name as another prisoner who it was intended for. Health chiefs have launched a probe to find out how the bungle came about. A source said of Friday's horror at HMP Polmont near Falkirk: 'The girl has been very lucky as that amount of methadone can be fatal — it was a terrible mistake. 'It seems the nurse got the names mixed up and gave the medication to the wrong person. 'Both women apparently have the same name. "One is a drug user and one isn't. 'Once she became unwell an ambulance was called but there was a delay, and on her way to hospital she suffered a cardiac arrest. 'She has been in hospital since. "Basically she was overdosed by the nurse. 'Everyone is talking about it and how bad this is.' Scots gangster Ross Monaghan 'erased' from Spanish pub just days after brutal assassination Methadone is a strong synthetic drug similar to morphine prescribed to heroin users to help wean them off their addiction. It reduces withdrawal symptoms such as shaking, shivering and cravings. However, even a small dose can have devastating effects in those who have never used it. Drugs 'pass time' for Polmont lags POLMONT inmates are turning to drugs to help 'pass the time', we can reveal. Prison inspectors found young lags are getting high when there is 'little to do', with those on remand particularly at risk. Families of cons also told auditors last year of their 'constant worry' over bullying and drug use. One lag said: 'Trips is how you get through it.' Others told inspectors they felt judged and 'treated like a junkie'. According to the NHS, severe reactions include problems breathing and irregular, faster or slower than usual heartbeat. Scottish Tory shadow minister for drugs Annie Wells MSP called the mix-up 'deeply alarming'. She added: 'With drugs already rife behind bars, it is vital prisoners suffering from addiction receive the right support as part of their rehabilitation. 'SNP ministers must guarantee urgent measures to avoid this happening again.' Scottish Labour justice spokeswoman Pauline McNeill said: 'There must be an urgent investigation into this deeply worrying incident. 'Scotland's prisons are stretched to breaking point. "This life-threatening mistake is a reminder of how badly things can go wrong.' The Scottish Prison Service said: 'We do not comment on individuals. "Healthcare is managed by NHS partners and we work closely with them to support those in our care.' NHS Forth Valley said it was also 'unable to comment due to patient confidentiality.' In 2021 it was announced that a drug used in a pilot scheme to help heroin-addicted lags was to be rolled out across Scotland. Inmates receive an injection of Buvidal every 28 days instead of daily methadone tablets. The Scottish Government said it had allocated £4million for the project after 'encouraging feedback' from the trial in jails.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
David Moyes' dad reveals pride at his son's OBE that comes on the back of his own MBE – and an Icelandic knighthood
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EVERTON manager David Moyes picked up an OBE at Windsor Castle last week. And when he received his award from Prince William he was maintaining a family tradition. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 David Moyes poses with his OBE Credit: AP 5 He was given the honour by Prince William Credit: PA 5 David Moyes Snr has been recognised both in the UK and in Iceland Credit: Willie Vass - The Sun Glasgow Because dad David senior was awarded an MBE in 2000 - as well a knighthood from the Icelandic government! Moyes senior was a guest of the Icelandic FA at last weekend's Hampden friendly against Scotland, where he was given another presentation salver by the country grateful for his help in establishing them as a footballing nation. Moyes snr. may be 89 years old but he has a hectic lifestyle that would exhaust a man half his age. In the past few weeks he's been at Everton's final match at Goodison Park against Southampton. Days later he was down south again to a Park Lane hotel to see son David - already a three-time Manager of the Year - inducted into the League Managers' Association's elite 1000-game Club. That was followed by a family trip to Windsor Castle last week where Everton boss Moyes was presented with an O.B.E. for services to football. Moyes senior told Sunsport: 'Everywhere I've gone recently, I was getting a glass of champagne stuck in my hand. 'I don't even like the stuff. I'd rather have a whisky! 'The trip down for David to get his OBE was a proud moment. 'You only get four invitations and he obviously took his wife Pamela and his children David and Lauren. Awkward moment new BBC MOTD favourite upsets David Moyes with comment live on TV as he gives deadpan response 'His brother Kenneth and I were down with them and it was a great experience. 'When I got mine I was supposed to get it from The Queen at Buckingham Palace but she was ill so it was Prince Charles, as he was then. 'David was due to get his from King Charles but it was actually Prince William. 'The people at Windsor Castle said it was already rare for a father and son to get an honour but it would've been even more rare for them to be presented by the same member of the Royal Family. 'They asked me to bring my MBE own with me so they could get photos of us all together. 'And we were told that Prince William spent longer speaking to David than a lot of other people because he's obviously a big Aston Villa supporter, so that was nice. 'Back when I got mine, you were lined up to receive your honour in alphabetical order. I had Lulu in front of me and Michael Parkinson behind me!' Moyes' plush flat in Glasgow's West End is full of football mementoes from a long life in the game. 5 David Moyes Snr with Iceland shirts gifted to him on his 80th birthday Credit: Willie Vass - The Sun Glasgow He was presented with the Knight of the Falcon - the equivalent of an Icelandic knighthood - for services to football on the island. He's also the only non-Icelander to be given an FA gold medal - normally reserved for players who have reached 50 caps. Moyes worked at juvenile outfit Drumchapel Amateurs for 29 years, where his links with Iceland were forged. He said: 'Every time I see Sir Alex Ferguson we end up talking about Drumchapel because he started out there. 'We played in a tournament in Austria in the early 60s and there was an Icelandic team there. 'We invited them to Scotland and they sailed from Reykjavik to Leith. 'I used to go across a lot and sent coaches and players. 'The Icelandic FA were kind enough to put me forward for a Knight of the Falcon - their knighthood - for services to football in Iceland in 1989. 'When I went over for the ceremony to receive it there were banners saying, 'Welcome Sir David'! 'I knew all the best Icelandic players. I was a scout for Rangers for 15 years and I brought the manager against Scotland at Hampden last week, Arnar Gunnlaugsson, over to Ibrox when he was 14. 5 David Moyes Snr with David Moyes in the late 70s with Drumchapel United's trophies Credit: Willie Vass - The Sun Glasgow 'He was one of twins - his brother Bjarki was also an international player. 'They came from an amazing street in the town of Akranes. 'There were six houses in the street. The brothers lived in one, Siggi Jonsson's family lived in another. He went on to play for Sheffield Wednesday and is regarded as one of the best Icelandic players of all time. 'Siggi played for Rangers in a youth tournament in Dusseldorf. Barcelona beat Rangers in the final but Siggi was voted Player of the Tournament - and wouldn't accept it because Rangers hadn't won! 'And further along the street in Akranes was where Petur Petursson's family lived. Petur played in Rangers' youth system but signed for Feyenoord instead.' Moyes is now looking forward to Drumchapel Amateurs' 75th anniversary celebrations this October and more trips to watch his son's side in action. He said: 'I go all over to see his teams, I always have. Even when he was in Spain at Real Sociedad I went over regularly. 'When West Ham reached the Europa Conference League Final in 2023 they played 15 ties and I only missed one of them - the first one, against Viborg in Denmark. 'Football keeps me active - on one trip down to London recently I walked 10.2 miles in one day. 'I've still lots of referees to shout at and loads of games to go to!' Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Fears over future of BBC's iconic River City set once show is axed for good
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) RIVER City bosses don't know what to do with the axed soap's iconic set, show insiders revealed. The fictional Glasgow district of Shieldinch will disappear from our screens next year after 24 years of drama and scandal. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 BBC Scotland previously announced that it is scrapping River City Credit: John Kirkby 4 It will disappear from screens next year Credit: John Kirkby - The Sun Glasgow 4 But bosses 'don't know' what to do with the set Credit: BBC But the huge custom-built set, including the Tall Ship pub and Oyster Cafe, will still be there when the cameras stop rolling. And sources say BBC executives are being bombarded with questions about what will happen to it. It comes amid suggestions fans could snap up pieces of TV history from the filming lot in Dumbarton. An insider said: 'The question on everyone's lips has been, 'What will happen to the Shieldinch set?'. 'And the truth is, bosses have absolutely no idea. "It's an impressive filming space and was the backdrop for so many legendary scenes. 'Many viewers feel an attachment to it. Bosses are not ruling out the possibility of auctioning off some of the props.' Corporation chiefs decided to cancel the soap due to a 'change in viewing patterns' — as demand for long-running shows falls away. They told MSPs last month the £9million-a-year soap was no longer 'value for money' as its audience figures were down so much that it cost too much 'per viewer' to produce. BBC Scotland's drama budget over the next three years is expected to rise to £95million. Tragedy looms when the O'Hara's family holiday takes a dramatic turn after a life-threatening car crash Three new shows with shorter runs will be created for the channel — Counsels, Grams and The Young Team. Shetland has been renewed for a tenth series while there will be third runs for Vigil and Granite Harbour. River City's cast, including Stephen Purdon who plays Bob O'Hara, only learned it was being dumped minutes before the public was told in March. It is understood exact details of the final episodes and whether former cast members will return have not yet been discussed.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Much-loved BBC star steps away from show after 17 years
Read on to discover who the temporary host will be over the summer SIGNING OFF Much-loved BBC star steps away from show after 17 years Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BROADCASTER Shereen Nanjiani has stepped away from her Saturday morning radio show. The Scots presenter, 63, has been at the helm of the Shereen show for 17 and secured her place as a fan favourite with her mix of news and light-hearted debate. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Shereen Nanjiani has stepped away from her BBC Radio Scotland show Credit: David Henderson - The Sun Glasgow A new Saturday morning radio show will launch in the Autumn, with the details to be announced in due course. The host said: "I've made so many good friends on the show over the years. "They made me laugh and they made me think and it's always been a joy to come to work in the morning," she said. "Finally, I'd like to thank our lovely listeners who've stayed with us throughout the years and joined in the conversation. "I'll miss them all but this feels like a good time in my life to get my weekends back again, have a lie in, and explore new adventures." BBC Radio Scotland commissioning editor Heather Kane Darling added: "Shereen is one of Scotland's most experienced and respected broadcasters and it's been a pleasure to work with her over the last 19 years. "I know our teams will miss working with her and we thank her for her professionalism and dedication during her time with us." The Scottish Sun's Zara Janjua will cover the morning slot over the summer months. Elsewhere at the station, four senior journalists have lodged complaints with the BBC bosses in a fresh ageism row. Their separate — but coordinated — discrimination claims come as the broadcaster merges its home and foreign newsdesks. Bosses hope slashing 130 jobs will help save £700million. But the four, said to have worked in warzones and the aftermath of terror attacks, fear they have been earmarked for compulsory redundancy. Their move follows a group of BBC News presenters going to an employment tribunal over ageism allegations. Martine Croxall, Karin Giannone, Kasia Madera, and Annita McVeigh settled their three-year dispute in March, with the terms not disclosed.
