The OECD study assesses the literacy, numeracy and problem-solving skills of adults from 31 countries and economies.
Dame Angela Eagle was asked on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme if the Government’s plans on people smuggling go far enough.
POLICE in Ayrshire have issued a festive warning over an increase in parcel thefts in the region. Officers are encouraging residents to make sure any deliveries are left "out of view" to avoid being ...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave evidence on Tuesday for the first time in his trial for alleged corruption, setting off what will be weeks of testimony. Mr Netanyahu said “hello” to the ...
Council leader John Cotton said the agreement would mark the start of a new era of productive and progressive industrial relations in the city.
Cumbrae Parish Church Guild is holding its annual Christmas Fayre on Wednesday, December 11, and is open to everyone to visit with refreshments also on offer. The fundraising event is taking place in ...
The firm’s latest “year in search” data showed the Euros – where England’s men reached the final before losing to Spain – was the top-trending, general search term of the year, ahead of late One ...
MP Graham Stringer hailed the efforts of FC United's group of volunteers after handing out five certificates to deserving recipients.
The real-life “Succession” courtroom tussle saw the 93-year-old media mogul fail in his bid to change his family trust, which now gives his four oldest children equal voting power to control the group ...
The long range weather forecast from the Met Office, which covers December 24 to January 7, has predicted "sleet and snow".
Max Dixon, 16, was killed alongside his friend 15-year-old Mason Rist after the pair were chased and attacked by four armed teenagers in January.