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 →
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 →
Murrayfield Racers have withdrawn from Scottish National League 2021-22 season However, that decision has now been overturned, with the club blaming the actions of fellow SNL Dundee Comets for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 →
RSNO musicians Dávur Juul Magnussen and Emily Nenniger arrived in style at Usher Hall to promote the event on Thursday, taking a lift in the iconic 007 Aston Martin DB5. The world-renowned orchestra will be joined by West End star Emma Lindars and Strictly Come Dancing singer Lance Ellington, forRead More →