A mother whose son has spent the last 16 months in hospital praises a medicine dispenser trial.

Patient Doreen Adams of Aberdeen says she is grateful for the benefits of the new brain surgery.

Christy Esslemont had a mastectomy in 2022 but may still have to wait years for follow-up work.

The Unison union opposes the change, saying it will add to the pressure faced by hospital staff.

“Please dinna smoke by oor hospital door" is among the buzzer warnings in Aberdeen.

A union says a NHS Grampian drive to reduce disposable glove use must not compromise safety.

The health board warns it needs to reduce spending to tackle the financial situation.

About 200 operations in Aberdeen had to be postponed as a result of the problems.