Increasing numbers of Scots are contacting the Citizens Advice Bureaux about energy-related problems.
The charity says rising energy bills, poor sales practices and problems with fuel poverty led to just under 10,000 people asking for help in 2012-13. That's an increase from 9,500 on the previous year. The organisation says its report has evidence that shows benefits changes are "leaving people facing the stark choice between heating and eating''.
Man, 44, seriously injured in hospital after crash between Comrie and Rosyth
A 44-year-old man's seriously injured in hospital after a crash between Crombie and Rosyth yesterday (Wednesday).
John Swinney announces SNP leadership bid
John Swinney's launched his bid to become the new leader of the SNP and First Minister of Scotland.
Closures on A92 from TONIGHT for roadworks
There's going to be closures on the A92 from tonight (Sunday).
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