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Willie Collum on abuse, VAR, handball and improving transparency in refereeing
If it is sometimes natural to wonder just why anyone would want to be a referee, then it is even more perplexing trying to wrap your head around why anyone would want to be their leader. Placing yourself in a no-win situation and leaving yourself
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Willie Collum says Scottish refs are improving as he makes major tournament vow
Newly appointed Scottish FA head of refereeing operations Willie Collum has vowed to get the nation’s officials back to a standard where they will be considered for major international tournaments, admitting that it hurt when no Scottish referees were
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New tenant operator sought for Scottish home of Mitsubishi founder
He was the pioneer who left his home in Aberdeenshire at the age of 21 to establish a new life in Japan and went on to build a legacy which transformed the country. Thomas Blake Glover’s contribution to Japan’s industrialisation includes the introduction
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Ted Baker preparing to shut all UK stores within weeks
Ted Baker could disappear from British high streets as the struggling fashion chain plans to shut all its stores within weeks. The business behind the fashion brand’s UK shops, No Ordinary Designer Label Limited (NODL), fell into administration
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Exhibition celebrates Eric Liddell 100 years after he won Chariots of Fire gold
A new exhibition commemorating Scottish athlete Eric Liddell has opened at the Scottish Parliament, a century after he won gold at the 1924 Paris Olympics. In events memorably depicted in the 1981 Oscar-winning film Chariots of Fire, Liddell, a
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Building blocks of sustainability in corporate ESG
While some categorise ESG as ‘woke capitalism’, the forward-thinking CFO is already putting plans in place for legal compliance By Mark Lewis Dismissed in some sections of industry as “woke capitalism” and described in a recent Wall Street
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Bank boss will be wishing all Fridays could be like this
PAUL Thwaite, chief executive of NatWest Group, may be wishing all Fridays could be like this. The Liverpudlian had plenty to shout about when the Royal Bank of Scotland owner reported its first-half results to the City. Sure, profits and income
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Ayrshire jewellery designer shares inspiration behind her unique creations
Whether for a gift, or for yourself, anyone investing in quality jewellery wants to make sure they are buying something special. And what’s more special than jewellery that has been designed just for you? That’s what goldsmith and jeweller Sheila
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No wonder a Hollywood director put money into this Edinburgh restaurant
This article appears as part of the Food Matters newsletter. Our expectations for this city centre restaurant were never going to be anything other than exceptionally high. Why’s that now? Well, for anyone who missed news of Under the
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My show is a retelling of a traumatic event ... I'm a glutton for punishment
1 What is your Fringe show about? A silly theatrical re-telling of an otherwise traumatic family event and its impact on me. This re-telling is done via set pieces, silly stage effects, music, dancing, karaoke, leaf blowers, videos, monologues,
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'Avoid the area': Crash sparks closure of A9 in both directions
The A9 has been closed in both directions due to a crash. The crash, which took place at the junction of the A9 with the B9168 Dornoch, was reported to police around 3:15pm on Friday. Emergency services are currently in attendance at the scene
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Just perfect: Roasted peaches in vanilla with rosemary cream
Peaches are at their best right now; during the height of summer, they are perfect. This recipe elevates the peach into a dessert that will impress friends at a dinner party but won’t have you slogging in the kitchen. Be mindful not to overcook your
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Gerard Richardson: Why your next 'special' bottle should be a vintage port
How old is too old where vintage port is concerned, folks? Well, in truth, I've yet to find out and I've tried several 50 year olds over the years and the only thing stopping me going older is the sheer cost. Generally, as long as the anniversary
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Herald Diary: The biggest let-down of them all with the Olympics
Charmless chaps YAY! The Olympics is upon us, where a bunch of sports we wouldn’t watch independently suddenly become really exciting when they are all squished together under a popular brand name. Though not everyone is thrilled. Ian Noble
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A trip to Portobello Beach saves my sanity during chaos of Edinburgh Fringe
My Favourite Place by Comedian Lucy Porter Where is it? Portobello Beach. Why do you go there? It has been saving my sanity at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe since the early 1990s. When the hustle and bustle of the city gets too much,
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How evolution can create an environment for real change
Gregor Kyle quizzes Livingston James Group CEO Jamie Livingston about the lessons learned from the firm’s move to employee ownership and the challenges faced by the recruitment sector Livingston James Group became the first business of its kind
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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 consuming produce such as mussels, cockles, or razor fish from Loch Roag on Lewis
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Best-selling Glasgow Kiss book series to be turned into major BBC show
A best-selling Scottish author is set to have her first novel turned into a major BBC TV series. Scottish author Sophie Gravia has revealed that her first book A Glasgow Kiss will be adapted for the small screen after it shot to unprecedented success
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Industry leaders MPH share their top 10 tips for buying a new boiler
Navigating the maze of boiler options can be daunting, especially with the variety of choices and potential pitfalls in the industry. As a family-run, award-winning home improvement specialist, MPH Boilers, part of the MPH Group, is here to simplify
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'If I wasn't a stand up, I’d be a teacher as that involves a level of performing'
So, Njambi McGrath, what is your Fringe show about? My show is called Benevolence. Mention Africa and everyone automatically thinks charity. We are synonymous with being given. There’s a charity for every aspect of an African, food, water, air,
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License submission made for drug-checking facility in Glasgow
Christina McKelvie has welcome the submission of a licensing application for a drug-checking facility in Glasgow as a ‘milestone’. Glasgow is the third health and social care partnership to apply to the UK Home office as part of a £1million pilot
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Enjoy a summer Sunday cruise aboard Paddle Steamer Waverley
Step back in time aboard Waverley for a nostalgic trip on the Clyde the whole family can enjoy. Only aboard Waverley can you view so much of the beautiful Clyde Coast - with departures from 18 “ports of call”, offering a variety of captivating cruises
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David Greig to step down as Artistic Director of Royal Lyceum Theatre
The Royal Lyceum's Artist Director, David Greig, is to step down after a "trailblazing" eight years. Greig is to step down the end of the 2024/2025 season to focus on writing, directing and other literary projects. He will continue his long
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Scotland crowned champions of the 2024 World Schools Debating Tournament
Pupils from Scotland have won a global competition in debating this week. Representing Scotland, secondary pupils competing in the World Schools Debating Championships in Belgrade last night, did their country proud by storming to the final and
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Former Scottish colliery for sale for around £10,000
The former Woodend Colliery at Armadale in West Lothian is set to go under the hammer next month, with a guide price of £10,000. Chartered surveyor Shepherd, which is conducting the sale in a live-streamed auction on August 15 at 2:30pm, noted
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We are about to enter a new era of pylon politics
This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. Earlier this week, Rona Mackay, the SNP MSP for Strathkelvin and Bearsden, tabled what’s known as a government initiated question in Holyrood. It’s a way to allow ministers
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Inverness Caledonian Thistle accept offer for new majority shareholding
Inverness Caledonian Thistle have accepted an offer for a majority shareholding in the club. The latest development in the sale of the club comes after extensive discussions with Seventy7 Ventures to secure vital, fresh funding in the League One
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Jealous boyfriend who planted hidden microphones in partner’s home facing jail
A jealous boyfriend who planted hidden microphones in his partner’s home so he could eavesdrop on her conversations will be sentenced in September. Darren Querns, 35, subjected his partner of six years to a campaign of abuse that left her feeling
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'I am told I must try something called Irn-Bru'
So, Olivia Levine, tell us about your Fringe show? My show is a comedic solo show entitled UNSTUCK, and it's about the intersection of my Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and my sexuality. Using standup and storytelling, I communicate what it
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I'm a cool mum, I know TikTok dances and teenage lingo
1 Tell us about your Fringe show My debut Fringe show The Cool Mum is a clean comedy show that is really relatable for the whole family; from Gen Zers to Boomers. It’s based on my own parenting experiences and I perform it as parody of a personal
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We must halt this appalling desecration of our landscape
Labour’s flagship Great British Energy policy has got off to a controversial start following our report yesterday that the firm looks set to get involved in local planning disputes as it seeks to double onshore wind capacity in the next six years.
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Scottish peatland granted World Heritage Status to become seventh in country
UNESCO have granted World Heritage Site Status to the Flow Country in Caithness and Sutherland to become the seventh in Scotland. It joins the six existing sites which are the Neolithic Heart of Orkney, New Lanark, The Anonine Wall, Old and New
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Sarah Campbell: As a Gaelic speaker, I can't stand the bitter and offensive haters
I often wonder if those who chose to have Gaelic names on road signs or emergency service vehicles across Scotland knew what an almighty stooshie they were about to create. From the day it was introduced, this has served as the ace up the sleeve
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Reports of 'stand off' as police called to incident in East Kilbride
A man is due in court on Friday after a reported ‘standoff’ with police in South Lanarkshire last night. Police in the area were called to a ‘disturbance’ at a home in Lyttleton, East Kilbride around 6:15 pm on Thursday. Reports say there was
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'Princess Syndrome is the story of a queer child failing to find love'
So, Otter Lee, tell us about your Fringe show Princess Syndrome is the story of a queer child trying and failing to find love from both his father and the gay community. It combines sassy stand-up with musical theatre parodies from some
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SNP demand apology from Labour for 'misleading voters' over cuts denials
Stephen Flynn has written to Rachel Reeves and demanded she apologises for misleading voters over a £20billion black hole in Labour’s spending plans. The SNP had claimed during the election campaign that the Labour Party’s plans would mean around
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Scots publisher creates imprint for authors with dementia featuring disappearing ink
A Scottish publisher has announced that they will begin publishing books written by authors with dementia in a world first. Edinburgh based social enterprise Boom Saloon will become the first in the world to establish an imprint dedicated to producing
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24 death notices and funeral announcements from The Herald
The Herald has published 24 death notices in the last 7 days. Every week, The Herald publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice pages
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Drivers forking out billions extra in fuel costs
The UK's competition watchdog has warned that drivers are continuing to pay too much to fill up at the pump, forking out an extra £1.6 billion in 2023 alone. In an update on its monitoring of the fuel market issued this morning, the Competition
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'I put a trigger warning on the show because it is not for children'
1 What is your Fringe show about? Goldfish is about memory loss, women’s health, and my struggle with a chronic health condition that affects my memory. It is also about why women aren’t believed as readily, and why their memories are questioned
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Bill to ban greyhound racing earns support with 'writing on the wall' for sport
An MSP has said the ‘writing is on the wall for greyhound racing’ after a Bill introduced to ban the sport in Scotland gained enough support to proceed at Holyrood. Mid Scotland and Fife Green MSP Mark Ruskell said his Member’s Bill had won the
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A report card on 25 years of Holyrood
As the Scottish Parliament celebrates its 25th anniversary, for those under 30, the institution has been a permanent fixture in their life. Being significantly older, it’s perhaps worth reflecting not just on Parliament but what came before it.
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Letters: Today's well-off pensioners threaten the futures of those still in work
DR Rashaad Shabab ("“Stop favouring pensioners. Let’s invest in our young”, The Herald, July 23) may have upset some pensioners, but it is David J Crawford and David Clark spouting nonsense in their letters (July 24). If 12% of pensioners, 17%
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How to take your family business to the next level
Family businesses are the backbone of the economy, from restaurants and corner shops to manufacturers, professional services, agriculture, and tourism, they perform a key role in providing jobs and opportunities across the entire country. Whatever
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ScotRail warn of weekend disruption as services take another hit
ScotRail have warned travellers to plan ahead with engineering work set to see buses replace trains on some parts of the network. The train operator is already running a reduced timetable with only half of scheduled services running on Sundays
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Today’s new puritans could learn much from this joyous production of Footloose
Theatre Footloose Pitlochry Festival Theatre Four stars When hip kid Ren blows in to small town Bomont from the windy city with his mother, as far as action goes, things aren’t exactly swinging. Dancing has been banned following a tragedy
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Tree planting initiative reaches 1.5million milestone ahead of World Conservation Day
An initiative to plant trees in Scotland has reached a major milestone of 1.5 million ahead of World Conservation Day on Sunday. The Future Forest Company has planted and mainted a range of native broadleaf species and Scots pine trees across numerous
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The Kelpies and Helix Park recognised in top 10 per cent of global attractions
One of Scotland’s top central belt attractions has been recognised by a global travel agency. The famous Kelpies and Helix Park has been awarded the Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice Award for 2024 after racking up countless positive reviews on their
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Train services 'unable to run' from busy station amid issue
Train services are 'unable to run' to and from a busy station near Glasgow amid an issue this morning. ScotRail has said they are currently unable to run services from Milngavie station due to a fault with the signalling system. Network Rail
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Royal Bank owner smashes City forecasts, sending shares soaring
Shares in Royal Bank of Scotland owner NatWest Group are up by more than 7% this morning after it raised its profit guidance and announced a deal to acquire a £2.5 billion portfolio of prime UK mortgages from Metro Bank. State-backed NatWest smashed
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Body of Highland hillwalker found as family of missing Ruth Betts informed
Police have recovered the body of a woman on a munro in the Scottish Highlands amid a search for a missing hillwalker. Formal identification has yet to take place, but the family of 64-year-old Ruth Betts have been made aware. Police say there
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Andy Murray and Dan Evans draw Japanese pair in Olympics first round
Andy Murray will face Japanese opposition to start his final tennis tournament after confirming his withdrawal from the singles event at the Paris Olympics. The two-time gold medallist is still not fully recovered from the back surgery he had last
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Paris prepares for an Olympics opening ceremony like no other on the River Seine
Paris is preparing for an Olympics opening ceremony like no other on the River Seine on Friday night. But the action has already got under way in Paris with preliminary competitions taking place in sports including rugby sevens, handball and archery
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Port of Aberdeen welcomes biggest ship in its 888 year history as cruise liner visits
The Port of Aberdeen has welcomed the largest ship in its entire history as a gargantuan cruise liner docked on its way to Edinburgh. The Costa Favolosa was built in Genoa at a cost of €510m, for the Italian operator Costa Crociere. It is 290m
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Kilmarnock 1 Cercle Brugge 1: Qualifier in the balance heading to Belgium
David Watson headed an equaliser to ensure Kilmarnock will travel to Belgium with everything to play for following a 1-1 draw with Cercle Brugge in Europa League qualifying. Killie responded well after Kazeem Olaigbe gave the visitors the lead
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The stats support the hype as Apostolos Stamatelopoulos arrives at Motherwell
This is an excerpt from this week's Claret and Amber Alert, a free Motherwell newsletter written by Graeme McGarry that goes out every Thursday at 6pm. To sign up, click here. First, let’s get some caveats out of the way. Yes, Motherwell spending
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Andy Maciver: The new Scottish Tory leader’s job is to keep the corpse warm
A period of silence on your part would be welcome. This quote was made famous by Clement Atlee in 1945, but it was used in a message to me just the other day (accompanied by an expletive before the word "welcome") by a Scottish Tory who has ostensibly
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Three quarters of people with learning disabilities are missing cancer screening
People with learning disabilities are missing out on life-saving cancer screening, according to an analysis carried out by Scotland's largest health board. An investigation by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) found that only 26.5% of those
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Labour council chief blames Aberdeen business group for potential GB Energy HQ snub
The leader of the Labour group on Aberdeen City Council has said it will be the fault of a local business group if his party snubs the city for Great British Energy’s headquarters. Tauqeer Malik said the “negativity” of Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber
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SNP can be party of government or lead the independence campaign. It can't be both
In the wake of their defeat at the hands of Labour earlier this month many parts of the SNP turned to internal recriminations and blame games. Those involved were, rightly in my view, derided by their colleagues in public and, more often, in private
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Letters: Where's the change, Sir Keir? Where's the respect?
WE were promised change. We were promised a different way of doing politics. We were promised respect. Sir Keir Starmer's spiteful withdrawal of the whip from seven of his MPs demonstrated that nothing has changed, politics is no different under Labour
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Fornethy House survivors due compensation, Scottish Government is told
Fornethy House abuse survivors must be able to access compensation from a Scottish Government scheme, a Holyrood committee has concluded. The Citizen Participation and Public Petitions Committee said it reached an “unanimous” view of including
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Kidney disease research in Scotland set to benefit from new deal with AstraZeneca
Research into three potential new medicines which can slow down the progress of chronic kidney disease and reduce the risk that patients require a transplant or dialysis will be backed by a new investment from AstraZeneca. The Scottish Government
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Scottish Government warned NHS staff 'ready to strike' if pay deal below inflation
NHS staff in Scotland are ready to take industrial action unless the Scottish Government comes forward with an above-inflation pay offer, according to a new poll of non-clinical workers. Details of the survey, conducted by GMB Scotland, have been
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Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on digital switchover
Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on digital switchover You can purchase Steven Camley's cartoons by calling 0191 603 0178 or visiting thepicturedesk.co.uk
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Labour 'betraying' rural Scots over landline digital switch despite warnings
LABOUR has been accused of "betraying" people in rural Scotland after plans for a public information campaign on major changes to the telephone network have been cast into doubt. Conservative ministers told Consumer Scotland before the general
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Ian McConnell: Is a boost for homeowners on the cards?
There has been much rumination on when the first cut in benchmark UK interest rates this cycle will come and, with opinions on the timing divided, the only sure bet is we will be hearing much more of this in coming days. The Bank of England’s nine-strong
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Boutique operator to relaunch renowned Islay hotel
Boutique operator Another Place is poised to relaunch The Machrie Hotel on Islay. Another Place, The Machrie will become the second hotel in the group’s portfolio when it relaunches on August 1, joining its existing property in Cumbria, The Lake
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Owner of historic Glasgow pub hails 'robust' sales
Mitchells & Butlers, the pub giant which owns Glasgow’s Horseshoe Bar, is continuing to perform ahead of the market, it told the stock market yesterday. The company, which runs the O’Neill’s, Harvester, and All Bar One chains, declared that it
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Scotch whisky distiller 'delighted' with new mainland base
Isle of Harris Distillers has agreed a deal to take up space at Blythswood Square in Glasgow, declaring it is “delighted” with its expanded mainland base. Scottish property firm SRE Group announced yesterday that Isle of Harris Distillers had agreed
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Long-standing owners sell only garage in East Ayrshire town
The only petrol filling station in the East Ayrshire town of Stewarton has been sold for the first time in more than four decades. Blair Garage was brought to the market by James and Claire Anderson, who have sold up to retire. The pair, who had
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Spain's richest man negotiates purchase of Edinburgh 'trophy asset'
Spanish retail billionaire and Zara owner Amancio Ortega is negotiating the purchase of a flagship office building in Edinburgh. Pontegadea, the property investment firm owned by Ortega, has entered into negotiations with leading global real estate