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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland announces honorary doctorates for summer 2024

Glasgow’s Royal Conservatoire has announced the recipients of this year’s honorary doctorates. Three ‘pioneering’ artists will be celebrated alongside the class of 2024 at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland’s summer graduation. Artistic director

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First Minister vows to ‘go all out’ to build Scotland’s economy

First Minister John Swinney said he would “go all out” to encourage investment in Scotland as he sets out his vision for the economy. Speaking ahead of a speech in Glasgow on Friday, Mr Swinney described his government as a “firmly pro-business

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Callum McGregor hails James Forrest as Celtic winger joins Cesar in honours list

CALLUM McGregor has attributed Celtic’s timely upturn in form to the return of James Forrest and lauded the evergreen winger for becoming the second most decorated player in the Parkhead club’s 136 year history alongside Billy McNeill. The midfielder

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Liam Scales hungry for more silverware after sweetest moment of his Celtic career

LIAM Scales has stressed that Celtic remain hungry for more silverware after helping the Parkhead club to clinch their third consecutive Scottish title and have now set their sights on lifting the Scottish Cup and completing a double. Scales celebrated

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It's a piece of cake for MacIntyre at US PGA as Scot opens with fine 66

There are times when Robert MacIntyre’s post-round musings should come with a warning from the Food Standards Agency. The Oban lefty made his five-under 66 on day one of US PGA Championship look like a piece of cake. In fact, it could’ve been the

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MSP writes to Police Scotland Chief Constable after journalist threatened with arrest

Police Scotland’s chief constable is being pressured to address an incident between police officers and a National journalist that happened at a protest in Glasgow. An MSP has written to Chief Constable Jo Farrell after footage released by The

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Scotland striker Che Adams doing all he can to make speedy injury return

Southampton striker Che Adams is “giving everything he can” to be fit for his club’s English Championship play-off semi-final second leg against West Brom. The Scotland international hit 16 goals during the regular season but sat out Sunday’s 0

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How Tommy Burns and Jock Stein added emotion to Celtic title win for Brendan Rodgers

SEEING Celtic clinch their third consecutive Scottish title this season would have been special for Brendan Rodgers wherever and whenever it happened because of the unprecedented challenges he has faced since being appointed manager for a second time

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Hearts' Lawrence Shankland has 'a lot to consider' as he weighs up future

Lawrence Shankland has confessed he has to consider "life after football" as he addressed his Heart of Midlothian future.  The Hearts captain has been influential to a third place Scottish Premiership finish by scoring 30 times this season, and

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Commons Leader Penny Mourdant says the SNP party is 'in their final death throes'

It is clear to everyone that the SNP is in its “final death throes”, Commons Leader Penny Mordaunt has claimed, as she urged the party to prepare for a unionist government in Scotland. Meanwhile, SNP Commons leader Deirdre Brock called on Ms Mordaunt

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Scotland's longest karting track granted FIA International Karting Licence

The longest karting track in Scotland, Larkhall Circuit, has been awarded its FIA Karting International Circuit Homologation. This makes it the first track in Scotland that can expand beyond club and national competitions, such as the British Kart

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Pupils with additional support needs are being failed... here's what went wrong

This article appears as part of the Lessons to Learn newsletter. Earlier this week, a new report declared that the majority of pupils with additional support needs are being failed… and nobody was surprised. So, in today’s newsletter, I’m

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KT Tunstall to receive Ivor Novello for Outstanding Song Collection

Scottish singer KT Tunstall is to receive the Ivor Novello for Outstanding Song Collection, it has been announced. To commemorate the honour, a demo of her hit track Suddenly I See – which she recorded alone at home in her basement flat 20 years

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Brendan Rodgers will be revered just like Tommy Burns for playing 'Celtic way'

WHEN it comes to nostalgia, they just don’t make it like they used to. Everyone nowadays it seems is desperate to transport back in time to a period of their lives – real or imaginary – when complications were few and things were easier. There

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What did stock market make of shock airline departure?

Having charted the airline through the turbulence of the pandemic and into brighter skies, it was perhaps not the biggest surprise to hear that Johan Lundgren will be stepping down as chief executive of easyJet early next year. The heavy losses

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Letters: Baby-box funds should be used for regular health checks for mothers-to-be

YOU report (‘Call for scrutiny over baby deaths’, May 14) that the level of neonatal deaths in Scotland rose to 135 in 2021-22, an increase of 30 deaths. Each one of these is an individual and family tragedy. What, then, of the much-vaunted baby

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How English Premier League clubs are likely to vote on future of VAR

Liverpool support VAR’s continued use in the English Premier League next season despite calls from Wolves to scrap it. The PA news agency understands the Reds want the system to continue and improve. That is despite the club being on the wrong

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Scottish brand launches new retail boutique at Edinburgh Airport

An award-winning Scottish brand has unveiled a new retail shop at Edinburgh Airport. Open now, the new Edinburgh Gin retail store is hosted by trained staff who will offer 'nosings' and tastings across their full range of gins and liqueurs.

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We need to talk about Police Scotland's behaviour at protests

This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. The thorny issue of policing protests is back in the spotlight after three men and a woman were arrested and charged following a protest at the Thales factory in Govan,

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The storm-hit Scottish garden that came back from the dead

Crarae Gardens, Inveraray, PA32 8YN With its deep gorge, carved from solid rock by the powerful actions of a tumbling burn, Crarae is one of Scotland’s most dramatic gardens. Buzzards and peregrine falcons nest on the hillside above it and below

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'I wore hotpants to the disco' - Memories of Goldberg's retail heaven

Goldberg’s, it seems, was the sort of store that could stand in for the whole of Glasgow, according to at least one person who was fond of visiting the Candleriggs store. “Prior to working there, my memories of Goldberg's were, from a young age

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'Everyone in Scotland has been lovely to me' says Footloose star Lola Aluko

Lola Aluko grins at the joke suggesting she may just turn up on stage wearing an 18th century English maiden’s bonnet - while appearing in a modern-day production set in an American Southwestern town. Or perhaps that frilly hat could even make an appearance

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Scotland's prisons in 'crisis': 300-500 convicts to be released early

Hundreds of prisoners serving less than four years will be let out of jail over the summer after Scotland's prison population reached one of the highest levels ever recorded. In a statement to the Scottish Parliament on Thursday, Justice Secretary

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Man hospitalised after late-night altercation outside train station

A police investigation is underway after a man was injured outside Motherwell train station. Officers were called to a report of a man having been injured during an altercation on Muir Street around 12.30am on Thursday. Emergency services attended

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Swinney apologises to woman forced to rely on lifeboat crew because hospital was shut

First Minister John Swinney has apologised to a Skye woman who thought she was going to die when she was unable to access emergency healthcare in Portree.  Teacher Eilidh Beaton had a severe allergic reaction on Saturday night and was just yards

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New Livingston West location is perfect for personal storage and businesses

Storage Vault offers a range of storage solutions for businesses and personal use, all on rolling contracts while sister company CoVault has a wide range of offices, industrial and studio workspaces across central Scotland. With a range of sizes

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Amad Diallo post Rangers patience pays off as he earns Manchester United plaudits

Amad Diallo says he found it hard to bide his time at Manchester United but the talented youngster is delighted his patience is finally reaping rewards. Signed from Atalanta as a teenager in a 20million euro (£18.7million) deal that could reach

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Care staff ‘left in limbo’ over pay rise as unions ballot on strike action

CARE workers in Scotland will decide on strike action after a union claimed they have been ‘left in limbo’ by local councils who are stalling on making a pay offer. Members of GMB Scotland and Unite who are employed by Scottish councils will receive

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Sarwar warns Swinney of morgues filling up amid 'deepening' NHS crisis

Anas Sarwar warned John Swinney of hospital morgues filling up amid a "deepening" crisis in Scotland NHS. The Scottish Labour leader raised the mounting pressures facing the health service with Mr Swinney at First Minister's Questions in Holyrood

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Swinney fails to commit to reconsider plan to make CalMac 'arm of government'

The First Minister has declined to commit to reconsidering providing an uncontested award of a lifeline ferry contract to CalMac - despite saying that the ferries board which is against the move would "shape significantly the dialogue that the government

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Health Secretary to visit crumbling hospital after Kate Forbes intervention

The Health Secretary has agreed to meet with the NHS staff waiting to find out if they will be working in a new hospital by 2028. Neil Gray will visit Belford Hospital in Fort William this Summer after a meeting with campaigners was arranged by

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Herald Diary: Kids? What is this point, really?

Revolting youth, continued ONE of the unanswerable conundrums of existence is undoubtedly: “What is the point of kids?” Oh sure, in the Victorian era their malleable little bodies were wonderfully useful for ramming up chimneys to ensure the

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Germany name Euro 2024 squad ahead of Scotland opener as big name stars miss out

The countdown is on until Euro 2024 begins.  Germany are the hosts and they get the tournament underway against Scotland at the Allianz Arena in just over four weeks time (June 14). With that in mind, German head coach, Julian Nagelsmann, has

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New Edinburgh restaurant 'humbled' to have received thousands of advance bookings

 The independent Scottish group behind a new Edinburgh restaurant is said to be 'delighted and humbled' following a successful launch week that saw over 2000 bookings made in advance of opening night. Rusk & Rusk officially opened the doors to

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'Accident risks': CND condemn Jack's plans for new nuclear power station in Scotland

The Scottish Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament Responds has condemned plans announced by Alister Jack to build a new nuclear power station in Scotland. Mr Jack, the Scottish Secretary, told a House of Lords committee yesterday that UK ministers

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Calum Steele: Chief Constable Jo Farrell inherited many problems then made them worse

Despite being appointed as Chief Constable in June last year Jo Farrell has been something of an elusive figure in Scottish public life. Last week, however, and some seven months after the fateful “blue light taxi” from Edinburgh to her home in the

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Worst whooping cough outbreak in over a decade as Scotland hit by huge surge in cases

Scotland has experienced a massive surge in whooping cough cases, according to newly released figures. Provisional data released by Public Health Scotland indicates that 2,232 laboratory-confirmed cases of pertussis - better known as whooping cough

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Green light for 'exciting' redevelopment of visitor centre at Calanais

Plans for Calanais Visitor Centre to undergo extensive architectural improvements have been granted planning permission. Located in the west coast of Lewis, the 5,000 year old Calanais Stones (or Callanish in its anglicised form) represent one

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FMQs Recap: John Swinney faces opposition leaders at Holyrood

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Bid to build homes in city hotel car park rejected

A planning application for nine new homes in a city car park has been refused. The bid to build a four-storey apartment block would have “a negative impact” on the character of its conservation area setting, planners said. A planning statement

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Letters: A minister for older people is a good idea - but when will it happen?

I SEE that Age Scotland has urged the new First Minister to reinstate a minister for older people (‘Growing support for a Minister for Older People’, May 10). It will have gladdened the hearts of all interested parties to know that such effective action

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Moving more for mental health is not as easy as you think

The evidence of the benefits of movement to both physical and mental health is well documented. However, despite its apparent simplicity, for many people the advice “move more for your mental health” is easier said than done. According to the Scottish

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Rebecca McQuillan: There is a very simple answer to the question: what is a woman?

Does John Swinney want to reach a better compromise, balancing trans rights and women’s rights?? When asked on BBC Radio Scotland to define a woman, he said this: “I believe a woman is an adult female born as a woman, and I also accept that transgender

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Airline chief quits after steering company through 'immense challenges'

Shares in easyJet fell sharply this morning after the airline announced the departure of its chief executive. Johan Lundgren will have helmed easyJet for seven years when he steps down in 2025, having steered its recovery from the pandemic. He

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Police Scotland conduct 'astonishing and shocking' at Glasgow protest

The conduct of Police Scotland at a protest in Glasgow has been described as "astonishing and shocking" after a journalist was threatened with arrest. Pro-Palestinian protestors blocked the entrance to the Thales factory in Govan in protest over

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Warning over loch’s shellfish after raised levels of toxins identified

A “raised” level of toxins found in shellfish from a loch in the Western Isles may make the seafood unsafe for humans to eat. The region’s local authority warned that consuming produce such as mussels, cockles, or razor fish from Loch Leurbost

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New rooftop cocktail bar with castle views opens in Edinburgh

A new rooftop bar offering ‘incredible’ views across the city skyline will open in Edinburgh this week. Located on the top floor of the Moxy hotel in Freer Gate, Lochrin takes its name from the first purpose-built gin distillery in Scotland which

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Iconic lingerie retailer opens new 'enhanced' store in Scottish city

Iconic British lingerie retailer Ann Summers has opened a new store in Glasgow city centre. The new-look shop is located on Argyle Street in the city centre. The new "enhanced" store "showcases an elevated store design and offers visitors the

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Scottish Government minister in intensive care

Scottish Government Minister for Business Richard Lochhead is recovering in intensive care after major surgery. He was admitted to Dr Gray’s Hospital in Elgin last week "following a few days of feeling ill." A statement released by Mr Lochhead's

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Esteemed Scottish firm Gleaner celebrates 70 years of fuelling excellence

Gleaner Limited, the noted distributor of oil, gas, lubricants and newer, more environmentally-friendly products including commercial HVO, celebrates the 70th anniversary of its incorporation recently. On 24 April 1954, Robin Young incorporated

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'It changed our lives': Kevin McKenna rips open the Scottish punk files

On a late afternoon in October, 1977 I hit every side of cringe. Seeking a musical direction away from Abba’s Greatest Hits (as edgy as it got in my parents’ record collection) I took the route then most favoured by the neighbourhood bams. The Stranglers

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Rory McIlroy hoping to let golf do talking as US PGA Championship gets under way

Recent history was against Rory McIlroy as he attempted to put personal turmoil to one side and secure an overdue fifth major title in the 106th US PGA Championship. McIlroy claimed the last of his four majors to date when Valhalla staged the event

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Axe Nicola Sturgeon's national care service 'white elephant', John Swinney told

The Scottish Liberal Democrats are set to use their party conference to demand the Scottish Government abandons its plans for a national care service. The proposals aim to overhaul the system in Scotland in an attempt to end the postcode lottery

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Graduates struggle to find work as employers cut back recruitment

Nearly two-thirds of all recent graduates are struggling to find relevant work amid signs that employers are continuing to cut back on recruitment in this area. In a new poll from specialist recruitment firm Robert Walters, 62% of graduates surveyed

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In pictures: Winners of The Herald 2024 Student Press Awards

Scotland's brightest young writers were celebrated in Glasgow as the Herald, in association with sponsors Weber Shandwick, hosted the 2024 Scottish Student Press Awards.  The event, which took place within the Herald's Bath Street offices, welcomed

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Baby dies after being hit by Land Rover in church car park

A baby has been killed after being hit by a Land Rover in a church car park. The incident happened at the Plymouth Brethren meeting hall in Balmedie, Aberdeenshire, at about 19:45 on Wednesday. The one-year-old girl was taken to Aberdeen Royal

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Swinney scraps peak ScotRail fares for another three months

John Swinney is set to scrap peak fares on ScotRail trains for another three months. The pilot was due to end in June but will now be extended over the summer. There was some doubt that the scrapping of the levy charged on the publicly owned

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'Time running out' warning for Ferguson Marine ahead of Kate Forbes summit

The deputy First Minister has vowed to leave “no stone unturned” in securing a future for the state-owned Ferguson Marine shipyard.  Speaking ahead of a summit on Thursday about the future of the shipbuilder, Kate Forbes said progress towards securing

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Melanie Woods on her attitude shift and her desire to win medals

When Melanie Woods compares herself to just three years ago, the difference, both physically and mentally, could not be more stark. Ahead of her Paralympic debut at Tokyo 2020, Woods was a rookie of wheelchair racing having only taken up the sport

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Neil Mackay: I know I’m going to get cancelled but I really hate dog-owners

Dogs seem a perfectly nice bunch of creatures. It’s their human owners I can’t stand. At the risk of becoming a figure of national contempt (what’s new, I hear cynics cry), there’s a certain breed of dog-owner whose selfish stupidity brings out

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Letters: Repealing the hate-crimes law would remove vital protections

YOU report (‘Nearly half of Scots want hate crime law scrapped as complaints hit 10,000 in a month’, May 15) that almost half of people in an opinion poll by Savanta “want hate crime law scrapped”.  Perhaps many of those people may not personally

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'Campaign of resistance' as 2500 homeless children stuck in temporary Glasgow housing

A protest is being organised in Glasgow today over the rising numbers of homeless people either sleeping rough or languishing in temporary accommodation in the wake of ministers finally accepting there is a housing emergency. The Herald can reveal

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'Not enough': £100s of millions extra needed a year to end Scots housing emergency

Ministers need to agree to commit to hundreds of millions of pounds extra each year on providing affordable housing to resolve Scotland's housing and homelessness emergency, Scots building experts have warned. The Herald revealed a year ago how

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Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on the housing crisis

Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on the housing crisis You can purchase Steven Camley's cartoons by calling 0191 603 0178 or visiting thepicturedesk.co.uk

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Israeli embassy clash with Green councillor over bid to ban Euro qualifier

The Israeli embassy in London has accused a Glasgow councillor of trying to “politicise” a football match between Israel and Scotland after she called for the game to be banned. Holly Bruce from the Scottish Greens has tabled a motion to be debated

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Never mind CQN disaster - it's time for Killie to right those wrongs in Europe

This piece is an extract from yesterday's The Rugby Road Gates newsletter, which is emailed out at 6pm every Wednesday. To receive our full, free Kilmarnock newsletter straight to your email inbox, click here. I love a midweek game under the lights

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'We are facing very particular challenges': Subway bosses in disruption apology

The operators of Glasgow Subway have acknowledged they are “currently facing very particular challenges” amid public concerns over the current reliability of the network. Since January, there have been no fewer than 34 separate incidents which

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'Politicians have finally woken up to the housing emergency'

Today, politicians finally woke up to the housing emergency hitting Scotland. And let’s be clear, for hundreds of thousands of tenants like those in my union, these words will be entirely meaningless without strong action from our politicians.

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For too long ministers have been choking off the supply of new homes

Much is being made of today’s decision by the Scottish Government to declare a national housing emergency, but speeches and fine words are easy and cannot be converted into bricks and mortar. What we need is action. For too long now, ministers

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Tribute to Billy Connolly leads the pack as Theatre awards shortlist unveiled

A tribute to Sir Billy Connolly celebrating everything the Big Yin means to Scotland has been nominated for four major awards. Dear Billy, a National Theatre of Scotland (NTS) production, is among the most nominated productions in the prestigious

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What do big office deals say about Glasgow's prospects?

It does not seem that long ago when the future of offices seemed to be in serious doubt. Enforced working from home during lockdowns led to talk that companies would require significantly less office space once the pandemic came to an end, as employers

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Farm chiefs criticise supermarket giant for New Zealand lamb move

Farming By Alec Ross Following the announcement that the major retailer Morrisons is to step back from its 100% commitment to UK lamb on its shelves, and stock New Zealand product on a trial basis in some stores, NFU Scotland Vice President

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Holidays giant raises prices amid strong demand for summer

Package holiday giant TUI yesterday reported record revenues for the quarter to March, with its UK operation seeing a jump in the volume and price of bookings. The holidays and flights operator highlighted strong demand as it reported revenues

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Scottish flagship winter festival loses more than £200,000

The company that has been awarded a three-year deal to deliver the Scottish capital’s winter festivals programme has operated the show at a loss over the last two years. The firm ran up losses of £214,000 with no profit for taxpayers from the two-year