Young people are being asked to stand for election to the Scottish Youth Parliament which takes place on 14-20 March.

The Scottish Youth Parliament has been campaigning on voting at 16, alcohol and tobacco, the discrimination of young people and tackling the negative portrayal of them in the media.

The latest Boogie Beats for Tiny Feet course is all set for another round of fun and interactive music and dance for toddlers.

Open to children aged 18 months to three years, the 10-week programme is packed full with puppets, parachutes, percussion instruments and dance.

Statistics show at times of increased stress, abnormal routines and distractions there are more accidents in the home.

And the festive season is the prime time when all of these factors come together to impact on our daily lives.

But, with just a few simple safety steps, you can enjoy a safe and happy Christmas.

Over the next few days temperatures are expected to remain very cold and rarely rise above zero.

However, although no significant snowfalls are forecast during this time there is the possibility of some snow showers across the area.

Councillor Chris Thompson, the chair of the council's Enterprise Resources Committee, said: "Weather forecasting is never an exact science but we are certainly not expecting any respite from the current extreme weather we have been experiencing.