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11 December 2011 Last updated at 05:36 ET

Storm-hit oil vessels now 'safe'Colour satellite image of storm. Pic: data we received from the Aqua

Two linked oil vessels which suffered anchor damage in severe storms are reported to be "stable and safe" by their operators.

Rescued hillwalkersMissing hillwalkers recall ordeal

Five hillwalkers who sparked a major search say they did not realise a rescue helicopter was for them.

Alan Grant of Castle Cairn (left) and Iain Henry of Central InsuranceInsurance firm in new acquisition

Central Insurance makes its second acquisition this year with the takeover of Edinburgh firm Castle Cairn Insurance Brokers.

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