Oil watchdog faces 'conflict of interests' row over directors’ Shell and BP shares
Board members at the North Sea oil regulator hold Shell and BP shares. Critics say the investments raise questions about the body's independence.
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The latest FFS Show is live! Sam and Ali are back with the usual combination of factual information and nonsensical conversation.
This podcast we are taking a look at the current pressures facing the NHS in Scotland, and reminiscing over a bit of clever marketing misinformation.
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