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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Reached on the secure site of NerdWallet Ideal for borrowers with a limited credit history or fair credit 5.22–35.99% Your loan amount will be determined based on your credit, income, and certain other information provided in your loan application. Not all applicants will be eligible for the full amount. MinimumRead 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 →
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 →
These are five things the English can do this week that the Scots cannot do due to the current restrictions. With the continued increase in cases of Omicron in the UK, many countries have introduced a number of temporary measures to curb the spread of the virus. The new rulesRead More →
As Westminster stumbles from crisis to crisis, we are responding to the needs and ambitions of the people of Scotland. Our Scottish Budget 2022-2023 implements our ambitious and progressive plans to tackle the climate emergency, build a stronger recovery and create a fairer Scotland. Here is a summary of theRead More →
New research has revealed that Scots are largely unhappy with the level of transparency around artificial intelligence. An opinion poll conducted by YouGov on behalf of AI and data firm Synthesized found that only 2% of people in Scotland believe the technology is being developed reliably. Additionally, 77% said organizationsRead More →
A study funded by RWE, one of the world’s leaders in offshore wind, concludes that Scotland could become a world leader in the production of low-carbon concrete foundations for floating offshore wind farms. The study has identified the potential business opportunities of ScotWind’s current seabed leasing cycle and calls onRead More →
Lobster Telephone, by Salvador Dalí and Edward James PIC: National Galleries of Scotland, purchased by the Henry and Sula Walton Fund, with assistance from Art Fund. News, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh **** The National Galleries of Scotland buying fund would likely not cover the buyer’s premium whenRead More →
A £ 3million investment from the Scottish National Investment Bank will allow the construction of 25 high-quality family homes in Glasgow’s Nitshill district after the developer was unable to find funding elsewhere. The development of Station Wynd The Wynd Station site, immediately adjacent to Nitshill Station, is a brownfield siteRead More →
An investment of £ 3million by the Scottish National Investment Bank will see 25 high-quality family homes built in the Nitshill area of Glasgow for sale to local social housing tenants and first-time buyers. The development of Station Wynd The Bank loan stipulates that the homes in Station Wynd’s developmentRead More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank has provided a £ 3million loan to finance the construction of 25 homes on an abandoned site in Nitshill in Glasgow for sale to local social housing tenants and first-time buyers. He said his loan “stipulates that the homes in Station Wynd’s development must firstRead More →
1. Facilitate travel Thanks to the National Entitlement Card, people with disabilities in Scotland continue to be able to travel for free on local and long-distance buses across the country. The Scottish government has also extended the discounted bus pass for accompanying persons with eligible disabled children under the ageRead More →
1. Make travel easier Thanks to the National Entitlement Card, people with disabilities in Scotland continue to be able to travel for free on local and long-distance buses across the country. The Scottish Government has also extended the discounted bus pass for carers of eligible disabled children aged under 5.Read More →
A £ 3million investment from the Scottish National Investment Bank will see the construction of 25 family homes for sale to local social housing tenants and first-time buyers in Glasgow’s Nitshill area. The loan stipulates that the homes in Station Wynd’s development must first be offered to the local population,Read More →
Altruism, integrity, objectivity, responsibility, openness, honesty and leadership. These are the seven values expected of those in Parliament and in government. However, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson who is supposed to uphold these values, the continued dishonesty and corruption by his party and that of his party shows just howRead More →
Welcome to the SNP’s annual conference. We come together at what I hope will be a turning point for the world. As the dust settles from the historic summit of COP26, I don’t think I’ve ever been so proud to call Glasgow my hometown. The excellent organization of the eventRead More →
Scotland’s Studio is a brand new, state-of-the-art recording facility specially designed for the world-renowned Royal Scottish National Orchestra. Located in the heart of Glasgow, a UNESCO city of music in Scotland, the studio builds on an existing infrastructure like the RSNO Center which opened in 2015, and not only hasRead More →
Ensure a fair and equitable transition to net zero A just transition to net zero – reduce emissions fairly and without leaving anyone behind – is essential for ensuring a green recovery from COVID, and is integrated into Scottish climate change legislation. it puts people, communities and places at theRead More →
Ben Larg who qualified for the men’s final. Photo: Oscar James Scottish Surfing Federation competition director Chris Clarke praised the efforts to host this month’s championships in Thurso East. “Having participated in these events in Thurso for almost 15 years, I have been overwhelmed by the support of the communityRead More →
Prime Minister Nicola Sturgeon made a statement to the Scottish Parliament on the outcome of COP26 in Glasgow and how Scotland will continue to play its full role in tackling climate change. Read the full statement below. President, on Saturday, the COP26 ended with the approval by 197 countries ofRead More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank has supported the Iona Wind partnership to the tune of £ 13million. The partnership, managed by Asper Investment Management, focuses on building 800 MW of onshore wind capacity by 2026. When fully operational, the project should be able to generate renewable energy to support theRead More →
A £ 13million investment from the Scottish National Investment Bank, awarded to the Iona Wind Partnership, will speed up delivery of the Iona onshore wind pipeline in Scotland. The Iona wind partnership, managed by Asper Investment Management, focuses on building 800 MW of onshore wind capacity by 2026. When fullyRead More →
The Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB) has made a profit of £ 828,000 since it opened 12 months ago. The government-funded but operationally independent development bank holds 81% of its money in investments “where no market price is available.” The accounts for the period October 13, 2020 to March 31,Read More →
Based in Edinburgh Machines with vision partnered with product development specialists Large blue develop a new device that helps railways monitor track conditions more effectively. The device is said to be 100 times more accurate than GPS and can operate in harsh environments such as tunnels. It uses cameras andRead More →
Professor Gordon Stobart of University College London suggested that exams were not the most effective way to assess students who would leave school at 16 and expressed concern about the “sheer volume” of exams. tests in Scottish schools. Professor Stobart, who wrote a report for the Organization for Economic Co-operationRead More →
The manager of Dundee’s ‘secret speakeasy’ bar is among the few local nods for an industry awards ceremony. Bréagha Wolfgang, manager of the Draffens themed bar, is in the running for the Scottish Licensed Trade News (SLTN) Barperson of the Year award. The bartender has only been in the industryRead More →
DIY SOS’s Mark Millar is looking for Scots to appear on a new Channel 5 home improvement show. Dream Kitchens and Bathrooms is looking for new attendees who dream of their perfect property, the successful series has been restarted looking for new people ready to renovate. Mark is looking forRead More →
Murrayfield Racers have withdrawn from Scottish National League 2021-22 season However, that decision has now been overturned, with the club blaming the actions of fellow SNL Dundee Comets for the decision. A statement read: ‘The Murrayfield Racers are disappointed to inform our loyal fans and sponsors that we have withdrawnRead More →
When we cut through the Tory spin, Rishi Sunak’s UK budget crumbles under the slightest scrutiny. This budget – with the combination of Tory welfare cuts, unwarranted tax hikes and a damaging Brexit – leaves millions of Scottish families worse off. Here’s a summary of what it all means andRead More →
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A full-page ad in The Herald this morning warns the people of Scotland that Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who is credibly accused of war crimes and genocide, will be coming to Glasgow next week. The announcement, part of a campaign led by Scottish Tamils with the support of otherRead More →