Scotcast podcast

Scotcast

BBC Radio Scotland

The BBC's Scottish news podcast, hosted by Martin Geissler. Conversation with trusted journalists and experts about the country's biggest stories.

3 Episodes

Is shoplifting out of control?
hace 12 horas
27:51
Are organised crime gangs fuelling a rise in shoplifting? And is the crime out of control?Martin hears from the BBC’s Jim Connelly, who’s investigated the issue, and campaigner Stephanie Karté from Retailers Against Crime.And Laura Miller reveals all about her scramble to board the ferry that seemed to take forever to build. Get in touch with the Scotcast team by emailing [email protected]
UK's first drug supervision room opens
hace 2 días
27:48
Will a new NHS facility which allows people to take heroin and other drugs under medical supervision be harmful or helpful? We ask the BBC’s Chris Clements, who’s making a documentary about why Scotland has the worst drug death rate in Europe. And we will hear from Barry, who started taking heroin when he was 14. And Martin and Natalie discuss Alex Salmond’s widow urging the former First Minister’s critics to let him 'rest in peace'.Get in touch with the Scotcast team by emailing [email protected]
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1/6/2025
1:52
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