National Grid will pay Glasgow homes to sit in dark tonight as supplies on alert

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An announcement from the National Grid Electricity System Operator (ESO) stated that its electricity supply margins are expected to be tighter than predicted. The National Grid plans to run its "demand flexibility service" between 5pm and 6pm this evening. So, what is the "demand flexibility scheme", ran by the National Grid? Tonight - Monday, January 23 - is the first time ever that the National Grid has officially used the scheme to reduce pressure on the grid. "We have instructed coal-fired power units to be available to increase electricity supplies should it be needed.
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Don't miss any of Glasgow Live's biggest stories - sign up to our daily email newsletterGlaswegians are being urged to help tackle mental health stigma and discrimination through art, with applications now open for funding into projects. The Anti-Stigma Arts Fund – operated by See Me, Scotland’s programme to end mental health stigma and discrimination - has opened for the second year. READ MORE: Glasgow woman who had 'blizzard of dark thoughts' during perimenopause hoping to help othersArt projects in any medium that aim to tackle mental health stigma and discrimination are encouraged. Last year’s projects involved young people, members of a community affected by suicide, people with experience of severe, complex and enduring mental health problems, transgender and non-binary people and Chinese students, exploring how the different groups experience mental health stigma. See Me is particularly keen to welcome applications from traditionally marginalised groups that might experience worse mental health outcomes.

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Outlander's Sam Heughan walks West Highland Way to reflect on 'personal journey'

Don't miss any of Glasgow Live's biggest stories - sign up to our daily email newsletterThe Scottish star of smash hit Outlander, Sam Heughan, has opened about his personal life in a new book. The actor was inspired to write Waypoints as he walked the West Highland Way which is a 96 mile trek from Milngavie to Fort William. At the end of the 96 mile journey he also decided to take on the UK's biggest mountain, Ben Nevis. Fellow hiker Graham formed a quick friendship with Sam, joining him once again to be in the short film. Sam's book Waypoints: My Scottish Journey is available to buy from October 25.

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Lewis Capaldi stuns hero teenager who saved friend and dad from drowning

Lucy Montgomery was left grinning as the singer belted out his new single for her on the set of The Jonathan Ross Show last week. Capaldi, 26, told her: “We’ve all heard about how incredible you are.”Stunned Lucy said: “I was shocked, it all happened so fast. Then 14, she and dad Graham – who can’t swim – initially walked in shallow waters nearby and tried to keep the boy calm. Graham, 50, said he had “no doubt” that her courage and decisive actions had prevented him and potentially Mathieu from drowning. “The TV host told Lucy: “While you’re here, you can do my job.

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Rangers fitness latest on Leon King and Rabbi Matondo as Giovanni van Bronckhorst updates on duo

Get the latest Rangers F.C updates from Football Scotland, including transfer news, analysis and comment delivered straight to your inbox every day for freeGiovanni van Bronckhorst has explained the reasons behind Leon King being replaced against Livingston as he delivered an update on the young defender and team-mate Rabbi Matondo. Rangers head to Naples on Wednesday night looking to keep slim hopes of European football after Christmas alive. On the challenge facing Rangers, Van Bronckhorst added: “It’s a big game against a really good opponent, at the moment one of the best teams in Europe. They are the leaders in Serie A and strong but it’s also a big opportunity for us in this big game on Wednesday. "We need to get something out of the game to have a slight chance of going further in Europe.

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Top baby names 'going extinct' in 2023 as Cheryl and Nial fall out of style

Choosing a baby name can be a stressful time for parents-to-be and some may want to take inspiration from the most popular lists. Just like fashion, trends and come and go with names and according to Pregnacare by Vitabiotics, The top 40 names on the brink of extinction in 2023 include Carolyn, Jules, Greg, and Wes. Then Pregnacare undertook research to discover the top 40 girls and boys names set to go extinct in 2023 after each name was only given to three babies in 2020, according to government data. The names with the highest ranking increases include Harper (+902), Margot (+760), Aria (+734) and Maeve (+601), all four of which stem from media influences. Harper was a name made famous in 2011, when David and Victoria Beckham announced the birth of Harper Beckham.

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Airdrie man appears on E4's Celebs Go Dating and has star-struck encounter with Sinitta

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Rangers suffer another title stumble as pressure grows in St Mirren draw- 3 things we learned

Giovanni van Bronckhorst sides last away outing against the Perth Saints saw them fall seven points behind rivals Celtic. A scrappy first half saw Rangers survive waves of pressure as Stephen Robinson’s men fired numerous warnings. Rangers were left searching for an equaliser but struggled to break down a stubborn Saints side. It was was a lifeline for Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s men who looked to have run of ideas. Two damaging results have seriously dented any title hopes with Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s men left with a mountain to climb.

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