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The Herald Property Awards winners revealed at glittering ceremony
The transformation of Paisley Central Library into a state-of-the-art facility was the winner of the Judges’ Special Recognition Award when The Herald Property Awards for Scotland took place in Glasgow last night. The reworking of the traditional
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Celtic 2 Vorskla Poltova 0: Scottish women's football history made in UCL
Watched by chief executive Michael Nicholson, Celtic made Scottish women’s football history last night as they overcame Vorskla Poltova with an aggregate 3-0 win to book their place among European football’s elite. Elena Sadiku was the first Celtic
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Philippe Clement impressed as Rangers start Europa League campaign with a win
Philippe Clement hailed Rangers’ convincing 2-0 win over Malmo in their Europa League opener in Sweden as their best performance of the season but is looking for more. Midfielder Nedim Bajrami scored his first goal for the Ibrox club in less than
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Malmo 0 Rangers 2: Bajrami & McCausland on target in storming Europa League win
Rangers made a storming start to their Europa League campaign with a 2-0 win over Malmo in Sweden which should have been more emphatic. Midfielder Nedim Bajrami scored his first goal for the Ibrox club in less than a minute and Philippe Clement
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CalMac staff subjected to ‘abuse’ after isle ferry service axed
Staff at ferry operator CalMac have been subjected to “unacceptable abuse and name-calling” after an island service was cancelled, the firm has said. Ferries between the mainland and Lochboisdale on South Uist were cancelled this week after the
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What do Tory MSPs really think about Douglas Ross?
This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. Farewell Douglas Ross. The Scottish Tory leader who outlasted two first ministers and three prime ministers is away to the backbenches. His final shot as leader of
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Shaun Rooney suspended by St Mirren over alleged incident in Glasgow city centre
St Mirren have suspended defender Shaun Rooney on a precautionary basis over an alleged incident in Glasgow city centre. A club statement on Thursday confirmed the 28-year-old had been suspended after disclosing his involvement in an alleged incident
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Union warns Scottish black and ethnic minority workers 'falling below poverty line'
Black and minority ethnic people are falling faster and further below the poverty line in Scotland, it has been warned. Retail trade union Usdaw has said that workers from these backgrounds face structural racism and discrimination, exacerbated
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Language teaching has just got even smaller as institution axes courses
This article appears as part of the Lessons to Learn newsletter. Towards the end of 2023, language teaching in Scotland became a big news story. The German Ambassador had raised concerns with then FM Humza Yousaf about the decline in the teaching
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Why is Chappell Roan even trying to be a famous pop star?
The biggest come-up of the year surely belongs to pop star Chappell Roan. The singer has seen a neck breaking rise in the past few months, becoming a new obsession for the pop milieu. Her drag-influenced aesthetics and performance style teamed
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Rangers players rated in Europa League win over Malmo
Jack Butland 6 A very quiet night for the goalkeeper - especially on the European stage. One of the most straightforward clean sheets he'll have in the Europa League with some huge tests to come. Alert when needed but with no shots on target he
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Jeanette Findlay date set for appeal against uni promotion row ruling
An academic who lost her employment tribunal fight against the University of Glasgow after claiming she was "passed over" for promotion will have her appeal heard by a judge in the New Year. Professor Jeanette Findlay, who is president of UCU Scotland
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Is Ayrshire key to Scotland becoming a green industrial powerhouse?
Hopes that Scotland could become a powerhouse in the green industrial market have been boosted after plans for a flagship subsea cable plant in Ayrshire won UK Government backing. XLCC has secured up to around £90 million funding from the UK Infrastructure
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LOCALiQ wins SEO agency of the year award
LOCALiQ has been named “Large SEO Agency of the Year” at the prestigious 2024 UK Agency Awards. LOCALiQ is part of Newsquest Media Group, the UK’s leading local media group, and works with thousands of SMEs throughout the UK helping them get the
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Iconic Arts Summerhall makes 'urgent appeal' for funding
One of Scotland’s leading arts centres has issued an “urgent appeal” for funding to help secure its long-term future. Summerhall, in Edinburgh, has warned that the venue is facing its “greatest existential threat” amid an unstable arts funding
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'Super lettuce' and cannabis. New Scottish plant research backed by £2.4 mn
‘Super lettuce’, medical cannabis and vertical farming, are at the heart of three plant-centred Scottish projects that have together received £2.4 million funding. These innovative projects promise “exciting advances with lettuce in urban environments
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I visited Washington - this is what it is like for a holiday
By Brian McIver On the short journey from Washington DC’s Union Station to our hotel, there was a moment of excitement as street after street was suddenly closed off by police. As our Uber driver sensed out-of-towner excitement at what world-shaking
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New bakery brings a 'true Dutch staple' to Glasgow
A new bakery has introduced Glasgow to 'a true Dutch staple' after joining a local street food hub this month. Wholly Waffles debuted at the city's Dockyard Social in Finnieston last weekend, with founder Timothy Schelhaas delighted to share a
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'Being a millennial means you have come too late to the party'
Theatre and politics in Scotland were once so closely aligned you could almost see the ghosts of John Maclean or James Maxton look down from the gods. Companies such as 7:84 and Borderline acted out the voices of dissent, offering up social message
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Real threat to Clyde regeneration isn't graffiti - it is uncaring private landowners
It was meant to be a pleasant stroll along the River Clyde. Little did the couple know they had meandered into the underbelly of Scotland’s largest city—public enemy territory. Still haunted by the city centre Clydeside two weeks on, Councillor James
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Janey Godley: 'I got to do everything I wanted to do'
If things had been different, Janey Godley would be at the Wigtown Book Festival on Saturday talking about comedy and being cancelled and cancer. It’s now not to be because of the latter. The news that Godley, 63, is now in hospice care receiving
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Craig Levein served Scottish FA ban after being sacked by St Johnstone
Craig Levein has been served a two-match suspension by the Scottish FA - nine days after being sacked by St Johnstone. The former Perth boss has been issued the ban after his comments about referee Ian Sneddon in the match between St Johnstone
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Andrew Marr says sorry for Gaelic gaffe as importance and need for language explained
Andrew Marr has issued an apology over his comments about the Gaelic language when he called a sign at Haymarket ‘offensive’. The broadcaster said it was ‘ridiculous’ that a sign at the Edinburgh train station included a Gaelic translation.
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The Scottish ship that helped save the world from the Nazis
Resting regally on the coast of Southern California in Long Beach is an extraordinary Scottish work of art and masterpiece of engineering. It is by far the largest work of skilled craftsmanship in the United States that hails from Glasgow – a brilliant
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Alistair Wilson's family brand police chief 'callous' as they hit out at treatment
The family of murdered Alistair Wilson say they are being ‘kept in the dark’ by Police Scotland as they hit out at their treatment by the force. Relatives of the banker, who was shot on his doorstep, described Police Scotland’s chief constable
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Police Scotland to review trans policies after outcry over sex crime self-ID
Police Scotland will seek advice on how to properly record trans offenders, after a U-turn on allowing rapists to identify as women. At a meeting of the Scottish Police Authority on Thursday, Chief Constable Jo Farrell said the force's view was
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Scott McTominay relishing life at Napoli as he targets iconic Scudetto crown
Scott McTominay is relishing life at Napoli - with the Scotland star already setting his sights on winning the much-coveted Serie A title this season. Manager Antonio Conte brought McTominay to Naples this summer alongside international teammate
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Landmark city pub sold to existing operator
A landmark traditional pub in Edinburgh has been bought by an established operator in the sector. Jessie Mays, which was formerly known as the Station Bar and is located on busy Gorgie Road, has been purchased by Martin Proudler, owner of the Brass
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Premier League spends over £45million on legal costs in fight to uphold rules
The Premier League spent more than £45million on legal costs last season as it fights to uphold its rules. The league is involved in two separate legal disputes with four-times-in-a-row champions Manchester City, while it is also investigating
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Fife teachers: Violence and aggression from pupils and parents at 'alarming' level
Teachers in the Fife area are reporting ‘alarming’ records of violence and aggression from pupils, with unions calling all on action to be taken. New figures released today by The Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS) reveal that 94% of teachers
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Motherwell manager Kettlewell details what needs 'outlawed' from Scottish football
Motherwell manager Stuart Kettlewell has raised concerns about the potential for serious injuries in football, urging the Scottish Football Association head of referees Willie Collum to take action following a recent incident involving right-back Stephen
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Constituency changes in Scotland explained ahead of 2026 Holyrood election
An independent body is carrying out a public consultation on changes to voting areas in Scotland ahead of the upcoming Holyrood election in 2026, where members of the public will vote for Members of Scottish Parliament to represent their area.
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Letter of the Day: How can we accept our leaders dipping their snouts in the trough?
How can it be acceptable for our leaders to dip their snouts in the trough? The row over Keir Starmer accepting gifts from wealthy donors just will not go away. Yesterday our columnist Carlos Alba wondered what the fuss was about, arguing that
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'Significant' breakthrough in George Murdoch murder probe as 200 DNA matches found
Police have announced a 'significant development' in the investigation of a murder which took place 41 years ago. George Murdoch, a taxi driver in Aberdeen, was murdered with a cheese wire as he turned into the Pitfoldels Station Road area of the
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'Outside our risk appetite:’ Police warn of unclear funding for 2026 Games security
There is no funding for the policing of the Commonwealth Games in 2026, the chair of the Scottish Police Authority has warned. Martyn Evans, who leads the body which oversees Police Scotland, said the multisport event in the city was “outside our
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Swinney told to sack 'out of touch' minister amid record homelessness figures
John Swinney has been told to sack his "out of touch" housing minister after record homelessness figures were published. Paul McLennan said on Tuesday that the Scottish Government had a "strong track record" in supporting the delivery of affordable
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Andy Schofield announced as new principal of the University of Glasgow
Professor Andy Schofield has been announced as the new principal of the University of Glasgow. It was announced in April that the incumbent, Professor Sir Anton Muscatelli, would be stepping down in 2025 after opting not to seek a further term.
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Holiday park in ‘malt whisky capital of the world’ brought to market
A holiday park in “the heart of Scotland's whisky country” has been brought to market. The site has eight cottages, 20 caravan and motorhome locations, and 20 tent pitches. Agent CCL Property said Parkmore Cottages and Campsite sits in
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Scots Trad Music Awards to return to Highland Capital for first time in ten years
Scotland’s national annual awards night to celebrate trad music will return to Inverness this year for the first time in a decade. Hailed as the single most important awards ceremony for folk and trad musicians, bands, and artists, the MG ALBA
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UK and Scottish Government face legal challenge on winter fuel payment cut
A legal challenge on the UK and Scottish Governments decision to cut the winter fuel payment has been lodged. Govan Law Centre (GLC) is asking Edinburgh’s Court of Session – the country’s highest court – to find the cuts to the benefit “unlawful
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Letters: Prison is supposed to be about rehabilitation. We are not doing enough
LINDA Pollock highlights the work done by SPS staff as “Hidden Heroes” ("Staff look after all people who end up in our prisons’", The Herald, September 25). Although Hidden Heroes is a UK-based initiative highlighting the work of staff in the criminal
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St Johnstone manager hunt latest as Brown out the running & alternative given advice
St Johnstone are reportedly down to the final two candidates in their search for Craig Levein's replacement. Levein was axed from his managerial role at McDiarmid Park last week after a run of four consecutive defeats. Ayr United boss Scott
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'Heart-felt simplicity' - SCO/Emelyanychev at the Perth Concert Hall
Music SCO/Emelyanychev Perth Concert Hall Keith Bruce four stars Starting its new season with a box office double-header, the Scottish Chamber Orchestra’s Mozart Gala next weekend is very much a home fixture in repertoire terms,
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Remote Scottish isle to be turned into party island as part of charity fundraiser
The population of a remote Scottish island could more than triple as part of a ‘disco fest’ created to raise money for charity. The Isle of Coll is home to just 164 people, including rugby legend Rob Wainwright OBE who moved to the island at the
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Jack Draper brushes aside Mattia Bellucci to reach Japan Open last 16
Jack Draper returned to winning ways at the Japan Open with a straight-sets victory over Mattia Bellucci. The British number one claimed a 6-4 6-2 win against the Italian to secure his spot in the last 16, where he will face second seed Hubert
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Ayrshire in line for 900 jobs boost as subsea cable plant wins backing
Plans to develop a pioneering subsea cable manufacturing plant that would create 900 jobs in Ayrshire have won multi-million pound backing from the UK Government. XLCC is in line to receive up to around £90 million funding from the UK Infrastructure
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Dinamo Minsk's Russian stars blocked from key matches as Hearts clash approaches
Heart of Midlothian's opening Europa Conference League opponents Dinamo Minsk have been rocked after two of their Russian stars were told they won't be able to play in some of their key games in the competition. The managerless Tynecastle club
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Former Celtic star Josip Juranovic unavailable for Croatia's clash with Scotland
Croatia have recalled World Cup hero Mislav Orsic for their Nations League clash against Scotland after an absence of two years. But former Celtic star Josip Juranovic hasn't recovered from injury in time and there's no place for ex-Rangers defender
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FMQs live: Sarwar calls on Swinney to sack his housing minister
1:08pm And that's it for FMQs. It'll be all change next week. Well, not all change. A little bit of change. Either Russell
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Glasgow homelessness charity opens pop-up shop after cost hikes closed west end store
A Glasgow-based charity has set up its fashion brand in a new city centre location after being forced to close when its rent tripled. On a mission to end homelessness, fashion brand The Blankfaces has set up a new pop-up store at the Social Hub
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Major Scottish train stations hit by cyber security attack warning of 'terror'
Two of Scotland’s major railway stations have been affected by a cyber security incident that saw passengers given messages about terror attacks. A cyber attack on a public WiFi network at some of the biggest stations across the UK, including Glasgow
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Labour's new 'climate envoy' linked with £4m party mega-donor hedge fund
Labour's appointee to a plum government job is linked with a Cayman Islands-based hedge fund which donated £4 million to the party. As reported by The National, Rachel Kyte has been appointed to the revived UK Government climate envoy role – which
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Scotland duo help Vancouver Whitecaps win third-straight Canadian Championship
Ryan Gauld captained Vancouver Whitecaps to a third-successive Canadian Championship on Wednesday night. The Whitecaps and Toronto FC couldn’t be separated after playing out a 0-0 draw at BC Stadium in front of over 54,000 fans but the team represented
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Binding ceasefire ‘essential’ in the Middle East, says Swinney
Scotland’s First Minister has said the situation in the Middle East is cause for the “deepest concern” as he called for a binding ceasefire in the region. UK citizens are being urged to leave Lebanon after Israel launched an intense series of air
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Council workers must wait no longer for pay rise
So what Scots still laughingly call the summer is over and winter is coming. The nights are drawing in, the leaves are turning, Strictly has started and a council pay deal is still under discussion. A rise workers should have received in April
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Erik ten Hag and Christian Eriksen criticise Man United’s desire in Twente draw
Erik ten Hag and Christian Eriksen both admitted it was unacceptable that FC Twente showed more desire than Manchester United in Wednesday’s shock Europa League draw. The new-look group phase began with the Red Devils taking on the club their manager
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The power of perseverance: Sarah Bryce looks forward to Scotland's first World Cup
Still just 24, Sarah Bryce seems far too young to have become battle-hardened by years of disappointment on the international front. And yet, having made her full Scotland debut aged just 15 – big sister Kathryn achieved the same milestone at only
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Herald Diary: Speedy boarding? Hold me back
Roll with it? THE other day reader Gareth Beattie’s wife was in one of those depressed and lacklustre moods that sometimes affect the natives of Scotia. Her effervescent hubby tried to turn her frown upside down. “Just remember,” he twinkled
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Consultation opens on changes to constituencies for Holyrood 2026 election
A consultation on proposed changes to seven of Scotland’s eight parliamentary regions has opened. Boundaries Scotland is currently undertaking its first review of Holyrood constituencies since 2011, with any changes due to be in force by the 2026
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Neil Mackay: The death of the great Scottish pint? Aye, ok then, barkeep
Imagine being the neolithic lad who discovered beer. Though I bet it was a lass, and he just claimed the bragging rights. She was probably starving. The mammoths had skedaddled. Him-indoors was wailing in his goat-skins about an empty belly. The
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Letters: Starmer blew his big chance to show himself to be a statesman
SIR Keir Starmer's conference speech was stolid and reassuring ("Starmer claims every pensioner will be better off", The Herald, September 25). The party faithful duly rose in rapturous applause at the commitment to military veterans, the NHS and anti-racism
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Brian Wilson: Please can someone tell me what's happening with Crown Estate Scotland?
The Crown Estate has always been a curious beast with extraordinary powers which I have been tracking on and off for over 40 years. At that time it was an other-worldly organisation with aristocratic trappings and a hard commercial nose, the Earl of
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It's far too early to jump on Jimmy Thelin's Aberdeen title challenge bandwagon
No doubt I will be labelled a killjoy or a party pooper for pointing this out, and in Aberdeen, perhaps some more colourful terms besides, but here goes. It was a cult hero from Pittodrie no less, Ebbe Skovdahl, who coined the immortal line about
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Scottish Labour MP's concerns over Starmer's conversion therapy ban
A Scottish Labour MP has urged campaigners to lobby her colleagues about the problems with her own party's planned conversion therapy ban. Tracy Gilbert told a fringe event at the party’s conference in Liverpool, that many people in parliament
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Future of historic Scottish cinema ‘thrown into doubt’
The future of a historic Scottish cinema is being "thrown into doubt". An impasse over a large outside screen threatens to derail the project to save the filmhouse. City of Edinburgh Council planners have recommended refusal, saying "the proposed
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Plan to demolish historic former coach house to make way for new homes opposed
Plans to demolish a historic former coach house that caused a public outcry have been recommended for approval. The proposals to demolish the nineteenth-century building would make way for new homes, but some residents said the development is not
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Cinema group weathers strike storm as it prepares to host Gladiator
Shares in Everyman Media Group leapt by more than 3.5% as the independent cinema chain declared it is moving into the second half with “confidence” , highlighting the “excellent pipeline” of forthcoming releases such as Gladiator II and Paddington
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Glasgow attraction recognised for promoting positive mental health
Glasgow Science Centre has become the first visitor attraction in the city to receive a new award dedicated to promoting positive mental health and well-being in the tourism and hospitality industry. The destination has received the Wellness Charter
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Scott Wright: Is shopping mall milestone a reason to celebrate?
A major out-of-town shopping centre in Scotland recently celebrated a significant milestone. But while the longevity of Braehead in Glasgow can be seen as a triumph for the destination itself, and indeed for the thousands of shoppers who frequently
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Well-known fish and chip shop in 'one of the most beautiful' UK villages on market
A famous fish and chip shop in a historic Scottish seaside location has been brought to market. The premises in the "most beautiful" seventeenth-century fishing village also have a spacious family home. Hook, Line and Sinker, in Portsoy, Aberdeenshire
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Co-op outpaces convenience market in return to profitability
The Co-op returned to profitability in the first half of the year despite losing almost £40 million to shoplifting and fraud. The mutual group - which also owns Nisa wholesale and provides funeral care and legal services - said its food division
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UK's largest property portal knocks back third takeover offer from down under
The UK's largest online property portal has rejected a third bid from Rea Group, the digital property company owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Corp. The board of Rightmove unanimously voted to turn down the revised cash-and-shares offer just two
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Oil companies 'marking own homework' as spills could be twice those reported
The oil industry has been accused of "marking its own homework" as new figures suggest the true number of spillages is more than double what has been reported. Findings by marine conservation charity Oceana UK suggest levels of pollution in the