Lauren Petrie Life expectancy in Scotland has fallen for the 3rd year in a row. Figures published show that Scots living in the wealthiest part of the country live significantly longer than […]
Scotland life expectancy continues to decline
Scotland’s Life Expectancy Hits Decade Low: Economic Factors Fuel Concerns
by Hammad Alam In a troubling trend, Scotland has witnessed its life expectancy decline for the third consecutive year, reaching its lowest levels in nearly a decade. Recent data reveals the average […]
Why is life expectancy a problem in Scotland?
By Daniel Cecura. Life expectancy in Scotland falls for the third 3 year in a row. This report looks at the reasons and problems and highlights the background to this issue. Reporter […]
3rd Year Feature Radio Reports on Life Expectancy in Scotland
Students from BA journalism and sports journalism hear from experts in these audio feature reports. Amongst those included are Professor Gerry McCartney, who elaborates on the Glasgow Effect. Also included in these […]
“The Government have had their head in the sand for years.”
By Robbie Boyd Community rehabilitation Nurse Carol Di Folco has said the Government has. “Been told for years.” When it comes to failings within the NHS. The former Accute neurosurgery nurse, has […]
What impact do income and poverty have on Scotland’s decreasing life expectancy?
By James Humphrey Scotland’s life expectancy has decreased for the third year, reaching the lowest levels in nearly a decade. The average life expectancy at birth now being 76.5 years for males […]
Life Expectancy in Scotland Drops What can you do?
By Sean Boyle Life Expectancy in Scotland has dropped as low to record we have not seen in a decade. The decline means that men in Scotland are now only expected to […]
MA TV Bulletins
Collection of video work from UWS MA broadcast journalism students. Students present to camera and self shoot packages while also providing analysis in studio.
SCOTLAND THE BRAVE: Football pioneers ‘leading the way’ in the fight against dementia in football
By Kieran Gallagher & Euan Wood. The Scottish game is setting the precedent for increasing safety measures in football’s long-term battle with dementia. From the Scotch Professors’ ground-breaking passing game, to the […]
Red Bull flying favourites as new season draws near
Liam Murphy With the new F1 season fast approaching, it is set to be another interesting campaign, with a chance for teams who struggled to keep up with the blistering pace of […]
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