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 →
THE Supreme Court in its ivory tower will sift through a mountain of papers focusing on the meaning of words in various Acts of Parliament to reach a decision on whether or not the Parliament of Holyrood has the power to hold a referendum. The people of Scotland need aRead More →
Olive trees, by Vincent van Gogh PIC: Graeme Yule / National Galleries of Scotland A Taste for Impressionism: Modern French Art from Millet to Matisse, Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh **** In 1960, Alexander Maitland donated 21 works of art to the National Galleries of Scotland. When he died in 1965,Read More →
Scotland does not yet have its own official anthem – to date the Scottish Parliament has not considered it a political priority to select and approve one. But at most sporting events (apart from the Olympics, when the UK national anthem “God Save the Queen” is used) the “Flower ofRead More →
Following the current Conservative Party leadership race with a distinctly macabre sense of dread and foreboding, as Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak clash and argue over who is Margaret Thatcher’s true heir, I really wonder what the real purpose of our so-called political leadership in the UK is. While theRead More →
Brexit is hurting Scottish small businesses: case studies From Aberdeen to Ayrshire, businesses across Scotland have reached out to SNP MPs to illustrate the damage Brexit has done to them. Whether it’s extra paperwork, higher export costs or staff shortages, Scottish businesses are being forced to pay the price forRead More →
Scottish Tenants’ Rights Minister Patrick Harvie will deliver the keynote address at Propertymark’s Scottish National Conference to be held at the Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel on September 15, 2022. patrick harvie Harvie is expected to give an update on the Scottish Government’s rental sector strategy, as well as the promised nationalRead More →
The National Galleries of Scotland have unveiled a previously unknown self-portrait of Vincent Van Gogh in one of the famous Dutch painter’s paintings. The extraordinary find is believed to be a first for a British institution and was uncovered by an x-ray taken of Van Gogh’s ‘Peasant’s Head’ (1885) aheadRead More →
Tenants’ Rights Minister Patrick Harvie MSP will deliver the keynote address on the Scottish Government’s Rental Sector Strategy at Propertymark’s Scottish National Conference on 15 September 2022 in Glasgow. We are awaiting an answer by then. New offer for tenants consultation will have been published and the Scottish Government willRead More →
Wireless communications experts pureLiFi will target a global rollout of their game-changing technology after securing £10 million in backing from the Scottish National Investment Bank. The Edinburgh-based company uses light to transmit data rather than conventional radio frequency systems such as WiFi and 5G. By harnessing the light spectrum, LiFiRead 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 →
A new system for handling sexual harassment complaints within the Scottish National Party could become party policy within weeks, the Guardian has learned, after escalating criticism from activists over a lack of openness and accountability. Revelations last week about the extent of failures to deal with a sexual harassment complaintRead 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 →
The SNP has launched an external review of staff support after a female MP accused her party of “not manifestly failing” to support sexual harassment complainants. This follows the suspension of former Westminster Party Chief Whip, Patrick Grady, from the SNP’s Westminster Group for a week, as well as hisRead 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 →
The final cost of completing the redesign of Edinburgh’s Scottish National Gallery is still unknown after plans to unveil its new look by the end of this year were thwarted. The National Galleries of Scotland have revealed that the launch of the project, which involved digging under the historic buildingRead More →
Since the pandemic, people wishing to have an abortion in England have had access to a ‘pills in the mail’ procedure, ensuring continued and safe access to abortion without having to leave their homes. But in Scotland, recent statistics have revealed that people – including teenagers as young as 16Read More →
will take place on Sunday 13e In November, the National Cyclocross Championships will look to build on a brilliant 2021 edition, where Scottish Cycling Performance Program athlete Anna Flynn (Edinburgh RC) won gold in the women’s event, before Charles Fletcher won the men’s title, as the grounds of the formerRead 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 →
New research reveals Scotland far outperforms the UK as a whole in attracting foreign direct investment. Foreign direct investment refers to a business or institution headquartered outside Scotland that establishes a base of operations in Scotland, creating jobs, economic opportunities and community investment. According to Ernst & Young’s latest annualRead 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 →
Scotland’s biggest celebration of its national drink is set for a ‘homecoming’ in Glasgow after organizers confirmed its return to the city. The National Whiskey Festival of Scotland has announced that its flagship Water of Life showcase will take place at SWG3 on Saturday 7th May. The venue will hostRead 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 →
Scotland’s top jazz ensemble will work with leading folk musicians for a special series of concerts in May The Scottish National Jazz Orchestra (SNJO) announced that he was working with the best traditional musicians Phil Cunningham, Julie Fowlis, John McCuskerand Michael McGoldrick in an exciting collaborative project bringing theRead 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 →
The former Scottish National Investment Bank boss has been paid £177,500 after quitting immediately rather than working her notice period, it has been learned. Eilidh Mactaggart resigned in February after nearly two years in the post, citing “personal reasons”. She chose to leave with immediate effect and it has nowRead 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 →
On Friday, May 27, 2022, the Royal National Orchestra of Scotland will release their new album, William Grant Still on Naxos. This album, the newest addition to Naxos’ American Classics series, features world premiere recordings of 13 works by the 20th-century composer William Grant Still and features solo violinist ZinaRead 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 →
FINANCE Secretary Kate Forbes said the reasons for the resignation of the former chief executive of the country’s investment bank were “for her and the board”. Asked about the move on Tuesday, Forbes declined to say why as it sought to reassure MSPs that Mactaggart’s successor would be accepted byRead 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 →