31 October 2025 Issue 2652 © ULLAPOOL NEWS
Happy Hallowe’en to Everyone
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK for Hallowe’en
“We make up horrors to help us cope with the real ones.”
Stephen King
American author, dubbed “King of Horror”
🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃
NEWS FROM ADVICE DIRECT SCOTLAND
Scots parents warned not to risk a Halloween safety fright
Parents in Scotland have been urged to be on the lookout for fire and safety hazards this Halloween, particularly when choosing children’s costumes.
Advice Direct Scotland, which runs the national consumer advice service consumeradvice.scot, said people should be alert when buying fancy dress outfits. The charity highlighted fire hazards associated with loose, draping, and flowing clothing, which can be made from flammable materials.
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Totle:Truth, Misinformation and Scotland’s Democratic Future
Location: Ullapool Village Hall, 4 Market St, Ullapool IV26 2XE
Dates: Thursday 06 November 2025
Time: 17.30 – 19.00
The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) is hosting a public panel discussion focusing on misinformation and its impact on democracy. This session will explore how information is created, shared, and weaponised in the context of a pivotal election. We will consider how misinformation spreads, who benefits from it, and what is at stake if we fail to respond. The discussion will also focus on how voters can better recognise bias, resist manipulation, and play an active role in shaping a fairer, more resilient democracy. Format: Panel discussion with questions from audience Chair: Professor Martin Hendry FRSE
Speakers:
Dr Elli Loose (Research and Engagement Manager, John Smith Centre)
Lucy Beattie (Local Community Leader) Sean Mcnamara (CILIPS Director)
Event details and registration link:
Disordered Truth in a Democracy | In-person Tickets, Thu 6 Nov 2025 at 17:30 | Eventbrite
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Happy Hallowe’en to Everyone
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK for Hallowe’en
“We make up horrors to help us cope with the real ones.”
Stephen King
American author, dubbed “King of Horror”
🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃
NEWS FROM ADVICE DIRECT SCOTLAND
Scots parents warned not to risk a Halloween safety fright
Parents in Scotland have been urged to be on the lookout for fire and safety hazards this Halloween, particularly when choosing children’s costumes.
Advice Direct Scotland, which runs the national consumer advice service consumeradvice.scot, said people should be alert when buying fancy dress outfits. The charity highlighted fire hazards associated with loose, draping, and flowing clothing, which can be made from flammable materials.
*****
Totle:Truth, Misinformation and Scotland’s Democratic Future
Location: Ullapool Village Hall, 4 Market St, Ullapool IV26 2XE
Dates: Thursday 06 November 2025
Time: 17.30 – 19.00
The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) is hosting a public panel discussion focusing on misinformation and its impact on democracy. This session will explore how information is created, shared, and weaponised in the context of a pivotal election. We will consider how misinformation spreads, who benefits from it, and what is at stake if we fail to respond. The discussion will also focus on how voters can better recognise bias, resist manipulation, and play an active role in shaping a fairer, more resilient democracy. Format: Panel discussion with questions from audience Chair: Professor Martin Hendry FRSE
Speakers:
Dr Elli Loose (Research and Engagement Manager, John Smith Centre)
Lucy Beattie (Local Community Leader) Sean Mcnamara (CILIPS Director)
Event details and registration link:
Disordered Truth in a Democracy | In-person Tickets, Thu 6 Nov 2025 at 17:30 | Eventbrite
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