Saturday, 20 December 2008

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Brown says VAT cut is working to spur economy

Gordon Brown was in combative form yesterday, evoking parallels with wartime leader Sir Winston Churchill, after his claim that fighting spirit and a 'can do' attitude would bring Britain through the credit crunch Picture: Getty Images GORDON Brown yesterday insisted his economic rescue package was already "making a difference" to the British economy as he adopted the tone of a wartime leader and predicted the country would emerge stronger from its difficulties. More info...

Widow leaves £7m to dog rescuers

Labrador-cross puppies Shore, Beach, Pebble, Shell and Surf were found in a box on Bo'ness beach yesterday. Dogs Trust West Calder hopes to find them homes SO MUCH for a dog's life. Animal welfare groups are in the money after a rich widow left them a staggering £7 million in her will. More info...

In pictures: Old Town restaurant is destroyed as 100 firefighters tackle blazes

Firefighters battle the blaze on Victoria Street. Picture: Jane Barlow ALMOST 100 firefighters battled blazes in Edinburgh last night and hundreds of Christmas revellers were forced to flee pubs and restaurants. More info...