Working capital loans and capital expenditures growth financing expansion into international markets, and marketing investment. How do I know what the Scottish Loan Scheme is? Scottish Loan Scheme will provide loans of up or PS2 million to grow-focused Scottish businesses that have an effective business plan and the capability toRead More →
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has published a bill for a second referendum on Scottish independence. It specifies October 19, 2023 as the polling date, defines the question to be asked, “Should Scotland be an independent country?”, and specifies who can vote. Since the power to legally call a referendumRead More →
NATIONAL paper recycling company, Shredall SDS Group, is on track to achieve a 60% increase in business at its Scottish bases since the introduction of the single-use plastic ban which came into effect in June 2022. Shredall SDS Group which is the UK Paper Recycling Company of the Year 2021-2022Read More →
A former Scottish National Party MP who embezzled nearly £25,000 from two independence groups has been jailed for two years. Natalie McGarry, who represented Glasgow East between 2015 and 2017, was found guilty of two embezzlement charges, totaling £24,635, in May after a trial in Glasgow Sheriff’s Court. A juryRead More →
Last week I watched Europe for Scotland hosted by Lesley Riddoch. A comment caught my attention. The French contributor, who works for Erasmus+, said that one of the big losses from our withdrawal from the program was for European educators who wanted to see Scottish schools because, as she said,Read More →
More than two-thirds of Scottish businesses are struggling to recruit workers with the right skills amid a national shortage, according to a new report. A study by the Open University found that 70% of respondents said their organizations are currently facing skills shortages, with 77% seeing reduced production, profitability orRead More →
Martin Gilbert: North East food plays big role in Scottish industry Calendar An icon of a desktop calendar. to cancel An icon of a circle with a diagonal line across it. Caret A right-pointing solid arrow icon. E-mail An icon of a paper envelope. Facebook An icon of Facebook’s “f”Read More →
Early last week the Scottish Government published the first in a series of articles – “Building a New Scotland” – this will again plead for Scotland to become an independent country. He’ll present a positive, optimistic, optimistic case — and he’ll tackle the tough questions head-on. Today Scotland, like otherRead More →
A new gallery space at the Scottish National Gallery is due to be completed next summer as the main building works are due to finish this year. The major project is entering its final phase, after which visitors will be able to access a new suite of galleries focusing onRead More →
GLENDA Burns (Letters, June 20) doesn’t need to choke on her breakfast over an advisory referendum, because if that’s in fact what the SNP is planning, it’s entirely fair and will be successful. Glenda fears this will lead us down a ‘dead end’ path like Catalonia. Glenda need not worry,Read More →
Saturday, June 18, 2022 Eilish McColgan broke her mother’s Scottish 10,000m record in Hengelo (photo via HBK Games) Scottish record alert! Jake breaks Men’s Mile record after 40 years Jack Lawrie certainly did not know what he was about to launch when he took the start in Eisenstadt in AustriaRead More →
The transformation of Edinburgh’s Scottish National Gallery is ‘on track’ to be completed by the end of the year but will not open to the public until summer 2023, we learned today . The National Galleries of Scotland said the project is entering its final phase with a series ofRead More →
Day 25 Another fairly easy day through beautiful countryside, rolling hills and small lochs.I follow the River Spey for a while, a river I will follow after I finish the SNT, on the Speyside Way.This trail follows the river to the coast and goes from distillery to distillery.You can’t goRead More →
EMOTIONAL Oleksandar Zinchenko has sent heartfelt thanks to Scotland for their show of support for the difficult situation in Ukraine. But the Manchester City defender said gratitude would go out the window in the World Cup play-off semi-final, with Ukraine heading into the Hampden clash “100 per cent” motivated toRead More →
Day 15 The night was restless, the wind and the rain kept me awake for quite a while. And it doesn’t stop in the morning.But it is very beautiful and the weather makes it dramatic. Our original plan was to stop at a bothy for lunch, then climb a munroRead More →
The results of the survey carried out by YouGov on behalf of the CAS revealed that 9% of people always lack money before receiving a salary, a pension or benefits. Another 11% lack money most of the time. Register to our daily newsletter The charity warned it is a signRead More →
A NEW study has warned that a state-owned bank is ‘unfocused and poorly designed’ – amid calls for an overhaul of its operations. Think tank Reform Scotland has researched the Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB), which was set up by the Scottish government with a budget of £2 billion. InRead More →
TWITTER is rarely the place for a nuanced statement, which is why Nicole Yeargin recently felt the need to add a second explanatory tweet following the reaction she received to the first. “Scottish National Record: 50.71,” she innocently writes. Congratulations, likes and retweets quickly followed, forcing the Maryland-born 400m athleteRead More →
Concerns are being raised that watching the men’s national football team is becoming increasingly inaccessible to Scottish fans after UEFA announced their matches will be shown on a paid subscription channel. News of Premier Sports’ new deal means Scotland’s six matches in their 2022 UEFA Nations League campaign, starting withRead More →
Elasmogen – a biopharmaceutical company that discovers and develops new therapies using technology based on molecules found in the immune system of sharks – has secured an additional £8m investment. Elasmogen’s pipeline is focused on treatments for solid tumor cancers, systemic inflammatory diseases and inflammatory bowel conditions. The funding roundRead More →
A Glasgow comedian has said Scots are some of the ‘smartest people in the world’ – and it all depends on our accents. Many people know that the Scottish (and Glasgow) accent can be difficult to understand if you’re not local, with Glasgow’s Gogglebox couple being a prime example afterRead More →
BGF, Scottish National Investment Bank and Scottish Enterprise join forces to invest £8m in Aberdeen biologics company Elasmogen Details Category: More news Posted on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 9:37 AM Hits: 304 ABERDEEN, United Kingdom I May 18, 2022 I Elasmogen – a biopharmaceutical company discovering and developing new therapiesRead More →
University of Edinburgh student claimed Scots were ‘non-existent’ around Edinburgh University Taking to the online social media platform, the TikTok user made a tongue-in-cheek video about the people you see walking around Bristo Square, a central spot on the University of Edinburgh campus. The video follows a common trend onRead More →
Mark Boyd (North Shore Surf Club) won two titles, the men’s open and the masters, at the Scottish National Surfing Championships in April. Photo: Sam Howard / Scottish Surfing Federation A major surfing competition held in Caithness last month received £8,000 in EventScotland funding. More than £740,000 from the organization’sRead More →
North Ayrshire swimmers enjoyed great success at their last competition – the Scottish National Age Group Championships. It has been a long time for these young athletes who had been unable to compete in this competition for three years due to Covid cancellations. The 16-swimmer team won five medals andRead More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank has committed £9m to fund the development of Circularity Scotland, which aims to help people recycle billions of single-use drink containers each year. The investment was key to securing £9m of additional capital from Bank of Scotland. Together, the investments will fund the start-up costsRead More →
Throughout our time in government, we have taken the fight against crime seriously and worked hard to keep Scotland safe. Figures reveal Scotland is a safer place under the SNP, with crime down 40% since 2006/07. Here is a summary with 6 key facts. Crime is at one of theRead More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB) has called on the Scottish Government to prioritize revisions to building regulations in a bid to avoid ‘expensive’ renovations. A new report from the Development Bank, focusing on how the nation can achieve net zero by 2045, highlights that £33billion is needed by 2045Read More →
According to the Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB), the Scottish government-owned bank’s first full year of operation has seen significant progress. According to the lender, the bank’s team has been recruited significantly, many of its operational systems have been put in place and, since launch, £194.4 million of investment hasRead More →
Day 1 After 24 long hours of trains, buses, planes, more buses, a 4 hour night at the airport and shopping for groceries/bottle of gas, I finally arrive in Kirk Yetholm, near the border English. I’m really exhausted but also very happy to be here.Every time I set foot onRead More →
Travel technology company Travelnest has received seed funding of £3 million from the Scottish National Investment Bank. The growth capital, alongside new funds from existing investors, should allow the Edinburgh-based company to target new markets and increase its service offering. Travelnest enables vacation home owners to reach a wider audienceRead More →
Thirteen towers were shot down at Glen Falloch Picturesque Glen Falloch is located within Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, and the removal of the 13 transmission towers originally installed in the 1950s reduces the visual impact in the area. The towers have been knocked down for SSEN Transmission’sRead More →
Willie Watt writes to Holyrood Committee The chairman of the £2billion Scottish bank has refused to explain why its former chief executive quit with a six-figure exit payout. Eilidh Mactaggart left her post at the Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB) in January. She walked out immediately without meeting her six-monthRead More →
IN the upcoming local elections, and for that matter, the so-called general election, the decision on who to vote for is quite simple. You can vote for Conservative Blue, Conservative Red, or Conservative Purple (a mix of red and blue). These three are determined that absolute power be maintained inRead More →
Scottish companies buck UK trend of insolvency ‘distress’ Schedule An icon of a desktop calendar. Cancel An icon of a circle with a diagonal line across it. Caret A right-pointing solid arrow icon. E-mail An icon of a paper envelope. Facebook An icon of Facebook’s “f” mark. Google An iconRead More →
Spring has arrived and it’s time for a new little adventure.I’m super excited to be leaving France for Scotland in a few days to start my hike through the 537 miles (864 km) Scottish National Trail. This will be my 10th long distance trail and not in a million yearsRead More →
Solar panels have been installed on the roof of the Scottish National War Memorial at Edinburgh Castle as part of measures to reduce carbon emissions. They were placed on the building as part of Historic Environment Scotland’s (HES) ongoing program to reduce energy consumption in the historic properties under itsRead More →
A week from tomorrow – Thursday May 5 – people across Scotland will go to the polls to elect the local councilors who will represent us in our communities over the next few years. Local council elections across the country are always important because the quality of local services andRead More →
Keep the housing tax affordable Scottish taxpayers are already getting best deal in uk – for example, in a D-band property, people in Scotland pay on average £600 less than in England and around £400 less than in Wales. We are also committed to protecting the Council Tax Reduction Scheme,Read More →
I followed the discussion about the draft plebiscite on the future of the Union Treaty. According to the UN Charter of Human Rights, it is not for the current state to define or interfere with a plebiscite organized by one of its components of the nation-state on the issue. ofRead More →
Let us know what you think and join the conversation at the bottom of this article Eilidh Mactaggart was CEO of the Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB) and resigned for personal reasons on January 27. Register to our Policy newsletter However, it has been revealed that Ms Mactaggart received theRead More →
The Scottish Surfing Federation’s three-day event takes place April 15-17 in Thurso. The Scottish National Surfing Championships return to Thurso this weekend for what Visit Scotland called an “excitement weekend” to find Scotland’s newest surfing champions. The Scottish Surfing Federation’s three-day event takes place from April 15-17 in Thurso, whereRead More →
Whether it’s Brexit, City Deals, pensions or welfare, Tory governments in Westminster have a long history of short-change in Scotland. In total, the figure comes to £10.3billion – or £2,000 per person in Scotland. This is the price of Westminster control: far from a ‘race to the top’ or aRead More →
After a three year hiatus caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, we are delighted that the Scottish National Age Group Swimming Championships are back! More than 1,000 athletes representing 92 clubs from across the UK will travel to the Tollcross International Swimming Center in Glasgow, for five days of great competition,Read More →
Craig Mclachlan competes in the Scottish National Surfing Championships in Thurso. Photo: James Gunn Scotland’s premier surfing tournament, the Scottish National Surfing Championships, returns to Thurso this week. The Scottish Surfing Federation’s three-day event runs from Friday to Sunday, April 15-17, and takes place at its usual home of Caithness,Read More →
Scottish taxpayers get the best deal in Britain, paying on average £590 a year less than they would in Tory-run Englandand £423 less than in Labor-led Wales. Meanwhile, the average council tax increase, for 2022/23, is lower in Scotland (3%) than in England (3.5%). 💷 Scottish taxpayers get the bestRead More →
At Blue and Green Tomorrow, most of our sustainability discussions have focused on developments in the US and England. However, we have recently read about some major changes taking place in Scotland (still part of the UK but a more remote region that receives less attention), which we felt itRead More →
John Grossick (racingpost.com/photos) ” title=”Win My Wings: A Dominant Scottish Grand National Winner” class=”js-imageLoader” data-at-xn=”https://www.rp-assets.com/images/news/2022/04/ 02/107336-medium.jpeg” data-br-n=”https://www.rp-assets.com/images/news/2022/04/02/107336-medium.jpeg” data-br-m=” https://www.rp-assets.com/images/news/2022/04/02/107336-large.jpeg” data-br-w=”https://www.rp-assets.com/images/news /2022/04/02/107336-large.jpeg” data-br-xw=”https://www.rp-assets.com/images/news/2022/04/02/107336-large.jpeg” onclick= “return false;”> Win My Wings: a dominant Scottish Grand National winner John Grossick (racingpost.com/photos) By David Carr UPDATED AT 6:42 PM, APRIL 2, 2022 Saturday: Ayr HeRead More →
Alan Crowhurst (Getty Images) ” title=”Major Dundee: Now 10-1 for Scottish National” class=”js-imageLoader” data-at-xn=”https://www.rp-assets.com/images/news/2021/03/ 29/90387-medium.jpeg” data-br-n=”https://www.rp-assets.com/images/news/2021/03/29/90387-medium.jpeg” data-br-m=” https://www.rp-assets.com/images/news/2021/03/29/90387-large.jpeg” data-br-w=”https://www.rp-assets.com/images/news /2021/03/29/90387-large.jpeg” data-br-xw=”https://www.rp-assets.com/images/news/2021/03/29/90387-large.jpeg” onclick= “return false;”> Major Dundee: Now 10-1 for Scottish National Alan Crowhurst (Getty Images) Alan King won the Coral Scottish Grand National (3.35) with an improving seven in 2013Read More →
“If past history was all it takes to play the money game, the richest people would be librarians” – Warren Buffett Sto me readers will know that in addition to my various racing and betting jobs, I am also a certified librarian. Unfortunately, I’m not rich – so I guessRead More →
ScotRail has now been nationalized by the Scottish Government – heralding a fresh start for a railroad that works for all who use it, not shareholders and profit. This is a key step in our ambitious plan to build a greener, fairer and more prosperous Scotland. Here’s everything you needRead More →
My dear friend Carl was 61 when he went into cardiac arrest. I never met my maternal grandfather, but he died of cardiac arrest in 1964. The shocking and saddening death of friends and loved ones following cardiac arrest is a story shared by many people in Scotland and theRead More →
MARTIN Compston was training with the Scotland national team ahead of their friendly against Poland on Thursday. The Line of Duty star ditched the red carpet for the football pitch as he was seen showing off his skills – scoring two penalties against Scotland star Craig Gordon. Compston posted aRead More →
Tavish Scott: Salmon farming regulatory reform should benefit Scots Calendar An icon of a desktop calendar. to cancel An icon of a circle with a diagonal line across it. Caret A right-pointing solid arrow icon. E-mail An icon of a paper envelope. Facebook An icon of Facebook’s “f” mark. googleRead More →
Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine is causing the largest movement of displaced people in Europe since World War II, and in a much shorter time. The UN has estimated that more than 3 million people – well over 5% of Ukraine’s total population – have already left the country. ThoseRead More →
Two members of the Scottish National Investment Bank’s board have been questioned by the Economics and Fair Work Committee over the recent resignation of its chief executive. Eilidh Mactaggart resigned at the end of February, citing personal reasons, leading to speculation about the timing. Chairman Willie Watt explained that heRead More →
The former chief executive of the Scottish National Investment Bank has not received a payment after leaving, officials said. Eilidh Mactaggart alerted the bank’s chairman, Willie Watt, that she would step down on January 27, with the Scottish government and the bank’s board subsequently told on January 31, the economyRead More →
A couple have explained how their money-saving tips helped them clear £43,000 of debt by living on just £1 a day. Ricky and Naomi Willis, from Hull, lived on less than £1 a day after both losing their jobs within months of each other. The couple struggled to afford foodRead More →
The Connecticut Capitol (Miblue via Shutterstock) JERRY COWGILL Two prominent Connecticut politicians were the subject of embarrassing reports from reporters this week — one serious, the other less so, but still illustrative of the rift between us and them. Salon, the online news and commentary magazine, has released a reportRead More →
Information available on the CBN website shows that there are approximately 916 licensed microfinance banks in Nigeria. These banks provide essential financial services (such as savings, loans, domestic remittances, etc.) to low-income, unbanked and underserved groups like market women and unemployed youth. For a highly populated country like Nigeria whereRead More →
the Global online payday loan market overview was recently published and covers the following data: growth rate, size, analysis by type, market segment by application, market competition by manufacturers, share by region, manufacturing cost analysis, etc. A market breakdown, competitive landscape, and trends, along with crucial raw material analysis, dynamics,Read More →
Any financial strategy is built on the basis of a well-executed budget. Whether you’re on a tight budget or earning thousands of dollars a year, knowing how your money is being spent is essential to getting your financial situation under control and avoiding financial disaster. Contrary to popular belief, makingRead More →
A general view of the March Madness logo before the game between the Syracuse Orange and the Houston Cougars in the Sweet Sixteen of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Aaron Doster | USA TODAY Sports | Reuters After two tough and pandemic-disrupted years, the March madness we allRead More →
Google profits from ads promoting ‘instant’ money and loans delivered ‘faster than pizza’ despite pledging to protect users from ‘deceptive and harmful’ financial products. The adverts were shown to people in the UK who searched for terms such as “quick money now” and “need financial help” and directed users toRead More →
To illustrate the history of racism in banking, here’s a look at the rise and fall of Freedman’s Savings Bank, according to information from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. In 1865 the Civil War ended and the 13th Amendment abolished slavery. At that time, Congress recognized thatRead More →
Child tax credit expiration likely pushes 97,000 New Jersey children back into poverty For immediate release On the one-year anniversary of the US bailout taking effect, new state-level data released by the Economic Security Project highlights how nearly 100,000 New Jersey children were likely pushed into poverty when the expandedRead More →
Sometimes you may need a decent amount of money, and you may not have it on you, so what do you do if you are stuck in a situation like this? MoneyMutual is an online lending company that offers payday loans. MoneyMutual lets you borrow loans from $200 to $5,000;Read More →
Edinburgh’s Fresh Start has been praised by Circular Economy Minister Lorna Slater for providing a vital service while saving the environment as she announces businesses could be banned from throwing away unsold white goods . The minister spoke ahead of a visit to Fresh Start in Edinburgh, where white goodsRead More →
Kirstin Innes: Can we talk about Scots in the best artistic jobs now? Calendar An icon of a desktop calendar. to cancel An icon of a circle with a diagonal line across it. Caret A right-pointing solid arrow icon. E-mail An icon of a paper envelope. Facebook An icon ofRead More →
Voters across Scotland will head to the polls on Thursday, May 5, 2022 to elect their councillors. In Scotland’s 32 local authorities, the councilors you elect will make decisions about the provision of public services, local infrastructure and set the direction of your region. Every vote will count – andRead More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank has partnered with Black Professionals Scotland (BPS) to support black ethnic minority professionals across Scotland. The Bank will strive to provide greater professional opportunities to members of the black community through its partnership with BPS, including an internship program. BPS, founded by Enoch Adeyemi, equipsRead More →
More than 10 days after Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine, Home Office reports show that only around 300 Ukrainian refugees have been granted visas to come to the UK. (as of March 8) — despite more than 13,500 applications for the program. As Ukrainians flee for safety from Putin’s war crimesRead More →
Flower of Scotland is a popular choice of Scottish anthem I Will Go by the Corries is a beautiful but haunting song about Highland clearings. Register to our daily newsletter The newsletter mute the noise Flower of Scotland, makes me emotional when the rugby is on, even though I nowRead More →
The next Labor government will create a Britain that Scots ‘are not just a part of, but proud of’, promised Keir Starmer, accusing the Tories and Scottish nationalists of being ‘united at the hip’ in their desire to keep the country “paused in the politics of 2014 forever”. Britain’s LaborRead More →
The former Scottish National Investment Bank chief executive has released a statement explaining why she abruptly quit the job. Throughout the week, Finance Secretary Kate Forbes and Prime Minister Nicola Sturgeon faced questions about why Eilidh Mactaggart left office. During Prime Minister’s Questions, Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross (below) claimedRead More →
I want to start on a positive and uplifting note. Just over a week ago, we saw Team GB men’s curling win a silver medal at the Beijing Winter Olympics. It was a tense final and the team made themselves proud and we are all proud. And then a fewRead More →
Since its introduction in 2013, the benefit cap has limited the support some of the most vulnerable people can receive. Because of this, many families are faced with the grim reality of choosing between heating and eating as a direct result of the actions of this British Conservative government. BasedRead More →
Since 2007, Scottish SNP governments have taken concrete steps to make Scotland a safer place. We are working hard to fight crime, reduce inequality, invest in our police and reform our justice system. Here are the facts. 1. More than 880 additional police under the SNP Scotland now has 883Read More →
This article is sponsored by RSNO. Emma Simmonds February 28, 2022 RSNO performing at Usher Hall in Edinburgh / Photo: Sally Jubb John Williams’ Epic Sci-Fi Scores To Be Performed Live At Three Unforgettable Concerts In May fans of the star wars the saga, iconic film scores or classical musicRead More →
A MAJOR event was held in Glasgow today (25and February) to highlight investment opportunities in the Caribbean island of Barbados. The gathering follows a highly successful mission to Barbados in November last year, when several Scottish companies traveled to the island to advance their investment intent. The event was organizedRead More →
A MAJOR event was held in Glasgow today to highlight investment opportunities in the Caribbean island of Barbados. The gathering follows a mission to Barbados in November last year, when several Scottish companies visited the island to advance their investment intent. The event was organized by the Renfrewshire Business NetworkRead More →
THE chief executive of the Scottish National Investment Bank has abruptly left office. Eilidh Mactaggart has stepped down from her role with immediate effect, less than two years after being named the new institution’s first patroness in April 2020. SNIB did not specify his departure in a press release publishedRead More →
THE chief executive of the Scottish National Investment Bank has abruptly left office. Eilidh Mactaggart has stepped down from her role with immediate effect, less than two years after being named the new institution’s first patroness in April 2020. SNIB did not specify the reasons for his departure in aRead More →
Scotland’s economy is at a critical juncture as it transitions to a greener future. The changing face of Insider’s Top500 suggests we’re on track to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2045, but we’ve lost critical companies headquartered in Scotland. The latter is of course not a new problem, butRead More →
A new report outlining future options for Scotland’s nascent seaweed industry has recommended ‘strong legislation’ around planning and licensing the sector, to ensure its expansion is sustainable. The global seaweed industry is currently estimated at 8.1 billion euros per year, with Asia dominating the cultured seaweed industry. Popular as aRead More →
The UK is the world leader in tax avoidance and abuse – and due to Westminster’s failure to crack down on it, the UK is losing £38billion a year. The UK has only 0.86% of the world’s population, but the UK tax loss is equal to 14.2% of the totalRead More →
Thirty-seven Scottish businesses have secured a place in a national energy efficiency contract that will help Scottish councils and housing associations achieve their net zero ambitions. The Scotland Excel Energy Efficiency Entrepreneur Framework has been set up to help councils and housing associations reduce carbon emissions, tackle energy poverty andRead More →
Transport Minister Jenny Gilruth has confirmed that the Scottish Government will provide ScotRail becomes public property from April 1, 2022. A efficient, efficient and modern railway is essential to achieve our ambitious Net Zero goals – and in nationalizewe can create a railway that truly meets people’s needs and interests.Read More →
The renewable energy industry in SCOTLAND is worth nearly £1billion a year and could triple by 2030, according to a new report. Scottish Renewables’ supply chain impact statement revealed that wind power could see a 231% increase in capacity over the next eight years. He revealed that the sector contributesRead More →
‘Scots are more welcoming’ – Motherwell ace Carroll wowed by the Scottish way of life JAKE Carroll won a League of Ireland Championship medal in 2013 with St Patrick’s Athletic and then stayed in England’s lower leagues. Fortunately, however, sandwiched between a permanent transfer to Huddersfield Town and temporary spellsRead More →
Fire alarm Every Scottish home must now have interconnected fire alarms, with many households also needing carbon monoxide alarms. Scottish ministers have refused to delay implementation of the new rules and insisted there will be ‘lightweight’ enforcement while critics of the legislation say many people have yet to make theRead More →
Our country’s embassy in the UK, with the help of the Scottish Chamber of Commerce in the city of Aberdeen, organized a roundtable on Uzbekistan’s investment and trade opportunities, a correspondent reports from the Dunyo news agency. The round table brought together representatives of companies from the oil and gasRead More →
Sue Gray’s update revealed that 16 parties took place in Downing Street during the lockdown – 12 of which are under investigation by police. The update provides further confirmation of the ‘one rule for us, another rule for everyone else’ attitude of this British Conservative government – and shows thatRead More →
The bank’s loan will strengthen the port’s position as a key port hub for the UK’s large-scale energy transition efforts. The Aberdeen expansion has been described as the biggest maritime infrastructure project in the UK. It is only a few months away from being operational. Register to our daily newsletterRead More →
Burns Night is one of Scotland’s biggest national events. There are several traditions associated with the night, including eating lots of haggis. Here’s what you need to know about it Haggis and whiskey are an important part of the Burns Night dinner ( Image: Colin McPherson/Corbis/Getty Images) Burns Night, whichRead More →
Three MPs from the Scottish National Party (SNP) have written to the UK Government and the EU Vice-President urging both sides to remove Brexit-induced barriers to the export of Scottish seed potatoes to the UK. European Union. Richard Thomson MP (Gordon), Alyn Smith MP (Stirling) and Dave Doogan MP (Angus)Read More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank is providing £4.45million in funding to Highland Coast Hotels to support the upgrade of four properties, saying it will “help support more sustainable, community-led hospitality around North Coast 500 Scenic Route”. The taxpayer-funded SNIB pointed to the potential of loan financing to enable the creationRead More →
Brexit-loving, right-wing Tory MP Christian Wakeford has defected to the Labor Party. This, combined with Keir Starmer’s drift to the right, shows that Labor and the Tories are increasingly two sides of the same Westminster coin – and increasingly disconnected from Scotland. Here’s how. Disconnected from Brexit Scotland voted overwhelminglyRead More →
A £4.45 million investment in Highland Coast Hotels by the Scottish National Investment Bank will help support more sustainable, community-led hospitality around the North Coast 500 tourist route. The investment will support tourism and employment opportunities in a remote region of northern Scotland, where tourism is crucial to the localRead More →
A women-led research company was launched to serve corporate clients, public sector finance functions and accounting firms. Millyard Peoples co-founders Amy Peoples and Georgie Millyard have together spent 20 years working with clients in a variety of different industries. They decided to start the company to focus on areas thatRead More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank has invested £4.45 million in Highland Coast Hotels to help support more sustainable, community-led hospitality around the North Coast 500 tourist route. The investment will also be used to upgrade four hotels along the route, helping to create full-time jobs within the company and upRead More →
SNIB, which was launched in November 2020 to be a development investment bank for Scotland, is lending the funds to Highland Coast Hotels, saying it will provide more sustainable, community-led hospitality throughout the journey by popular car, supporting crucial local tourism and employment. Opportunities. The loan will support the modernizationRead More →
Boris Johnson’s latest defense for the growing list of parties breaking Covid rules in Downing Street is that ‘no one told him’ that a drink-fueled garden party during lockdown was ‘against the rules’. His defense is utterly stunning and fools the public with these increasingly ridiculous excuses – but theRead More →
Businesses should “use or lose” the range of super tax breaks introduced in the spring 2021 budget to encourage capital investment, Azets believes. He outlines how these allowances include the super allowance, a 130% first-year allowance for expenses related to eligible main pool assets such as machinery, furniture, fixtures, computers,Read More →
Four-day working week: Barra Distillery among several Scottish companies making the switch Calendar An icon of a desktop calendar. to cancel An icon of a circle with a diagonal line across it. Caret A right-pointing solid arrow icon. E-mail An icon of a paper envelope. Facebook An icon of Facebook’sRead More →
Thanks to the latest developments in the offshore wind industry in Scotland, our The renewable energy revolution is underway. Billions will be invested in high-quality green jobs and Scotland’s just transition to net zero as 17 new offshore wind projects are given the green light. Here’s everything you need toRead More →
LOTHIAN Broadband Group plans to more than double its workforce and expand into rural communities and small towns across Scotland, following a major funding deal with the Scottish National Investment Bank. The taxpayer-backed SNIB has committed £20million in funding to the Lothian Broadband Group, saying the money will “help tackleRead More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank has committed £20 million in seed funding to help tackle digital inequality in rural communities and small towns across Scotland. The funding commitment comes on top of a new £5m investment from current Lothian Broadband Group (LBG) shareholders – part of the group’s plan toRead More →
The taxpayer-funded Scottish National Investment Bank has committed £20 million in funding to the Lothian Broadband Group, saying the money will “help tackle digital inequality in rural communities and small towns”. SNIB noted that its ‘pillar’ funding commitment is in addition to £5m of new investment from the company’s currentRead More →
SCOTLAND boasts, in the work held by its National Gallery of Modern Art in Edinburgh, a truly world-class collection of the art of the early Modernists and their successors. It is fantastically encouraging to discover – in this recently opened exhibition of newly acquired works – that the collection continuesRead More →