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Hearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon concedes he thought his Scotland days were over
Craig Gordon firmly believed his international career was over when he dejectedly trudged off the Hampden turf in June after Scotland’s 2-2 draw with Finland. It should have been a night of celebration for the iconic goalkeeper as he received
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Rugby fans to be served alcohol at Hampden during Scotland's biggest derby
Rugby fans will be served alcohol at Hampden during Scotland's biggest derby later this year. In December, Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh Rugby will meet at the national football stadium in a schedule quirk. The Scotstoun club will play the
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Forbes: High bills in Highlands and islands the ‘greatest injustice of our day’
High bills in the Highlands and islands is the “greatest injustice of our day”, Scotland’s Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes has said. Speaking on the Holyrood Sources podcast during an event in Shetland, Ms Forbes said she hopes to see reform
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Tottenham’s Ryan Mason in talks with Anderlecht over head coach role
Tottenham first-team coach Ryan Mason is in talks with Anderlecht to take his first managerial role, the PA news agency understands. Mason has held a variety of positions at Spurs, including two spells as interim boss, since he returned to the
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Five fire trucks in attendance at flat blaze in Rutherglen area of Glasgow
Emergency services are tackling a fire at a block of flats in Glasgow. Police and fire crews responded to reports of a fire at a building in Prospecthill Crescent, Glasgow, at around 5.40pm on Tuesday. Officers said there are no reports of
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Letters: Has Keir Starmer had the most catastrophic start ever?
The morning of July 5, when Sir Keir Starmer was celebrating his landslide General Election victory, seems a long time ago now in the wake of the sea of damning headlines that have dogged his premiership, most recently concerning the resignation of
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Anas Sarwar suffers Labour MSP rebellion over winter fuel payment cut
Anas Sarwar has been hit by a rebellion after two Scottish Labour MSPs voted with the SNP to demand the Chancellor reverses winter fuel payment cuts. The Scottish Labour leader admitted to journalists ahead of the Holyrood vote that Sir Keir Starmer's
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Woman jailed after fraudulently taking cancer charity cash worth £95,000
A woman who fraudulently obtained more than £95,000 from cancer charity foundations and channeled the cash into family banks has been jailed for three years. Lindsay MacCallum obtained £85,978.48 from the Friends of Rainbow Valley charity which
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£250K from Trump would be a small win. But private jets are just the start
This article appears as part of the Winds of Change newsletter. The Scottish Greens last week got personal in their push for the introduction of a tax on private jet users. Rather than focus on the many anonymous private jet passengers, they targeted
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'Shifting relationships' force landlords to up their game
Landlords of older properties in Edinburgh are being forced to work harder to drum up interest amid a continuing lack of Grade A office availability, according to new research out today. Property consultancy JLL says the "shifting relationship
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'Gifts, stones and a sparkly octopus' — Tobermory hit by shoplifting spree
With its cheerful coloured houses and postcard-perfect harbour it is one of Scotland’s most recognisable tourist hotspots. But now shopkeepers in the picturesque town of Tobermory, on the isle of Mull, are warning each other to be vigilant after
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Man dies in hospital after September crash on A7 as police issue further appeal
Police in Scotland are appealing for information after a crash that killed a man and left two others in hospital. The fatal collision happened on Monday 23 September at around 9:40am on the A7 near Boleside and Galashiels. The road was closed
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National speed limit could be changed in bid to cut road deaths
The Scottish Government are set to discuss the possibility of changing the national speed limit in Scotland as part of attempts to cut the number of deaths on roads. It comes as new figures show that there has been a 26 percent rise in fatal casualties
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Morgan McSweeney: Starmer’s new ‘unassuming’ top aide with a ‘ruthless’ streak
This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. So who is Morgan McSweeney, the Prime Minister's newly appointed most senior advisor after Sue Gray quit the role saying "intense commentary" around her position "risked
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Beware of the lure of an estate agent’s window on your holidays
"Listen, hear me out. We should move to Sweden." My husband replies: "Are you drunk?" I'm standing in Davidshall in Malmö a few nights after midsummer. It is 10.30pm but it’s also Northern Europe, so the square is still dappled in golden evening
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These are five of my favourite whisky visitor experiences
I can still remember the days when I used to knock on distillery doors asking for a look around and often the workers couldn’t understand why anyone would be interested. Today visiting distilleries has exploded exponentially as interest in single malt
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'Gruesomely compelling' - The story behind the bomb that almost killed Mrs Thatcher
Did you know that gelignite smells like marzipan? I can’t say I did before listening to Radio 4’s The Brighton Bomb, five 15-minute programmes stripped across Radio 4 at lunchtime from Monday to Friday this week (all five are available on BBC Sounds
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A murder at this Highland hotel inspired Shakespeare - but we're here for fine dining
This article appears as part of the Food Matters newsletter. It’s reached that magical Autumnal golden hour, and as day turns to dusk outside, not even the smoked salmon canapes or trays of celebratory bubbles can distract from the telling of
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Tom Tugendhat eliminated from Tory leadership contest after latest vote
Tom Tugendhat has been eliminated from the Tory leadership contest with James Cleverly moving into the lead. The shadow security minister secured the support of just 20 fellow MPs while former home secretary Mr Cleverly received 39 votes after
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Scottish women speak with one voice for fairness and inclusion in business
In a recent turn of events, Innovate UK, the government’s innovation agency, found itself under fire after halving the number of grants awarded to women-led businesses. This shocking decision, revealed last month, sent ripples through the entrepreneurial
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Church of Scotland calls on ScotGov to commit to free travel for asylum seekers
The Church of Scotland is urging the Scottish Government to restore a commitment to free bus travel for asylum seekers in the country. Government Ministers scrapped the policy in August in a bid to save money on public spending, but Scottish Faiths
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So why do I only read books written by women now?
This article appears as part of the Herald Arts newsletter. I tend only to read novels by women these days, a trend which started a few years ago when I encountered, in close succession, the short stories of Anaïs Nin, the work of Shirley Jackson
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Amnesty intervene in Scottish Government court battle over definition of 'woman'
Amnesty International is set to intervene in a landmark Supreme Court case on the legal definition of woman. The charity, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), Scottish Lesbians, and Sex Matters have all been granted permission to take
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Murder probe launched after man found dead in Livingston street
A murder inquiry has been launched after a man was found dead in Livingston. Police were called to a report of a man found with serious injuries on Bankton Lane at around 2am on Thursday, September 26 and he was then pronounced dead at the scene
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Scotland might have to suffer in short-term for future success, admits Carver
John Carver has adopted a no pain no gain approach for Scotland as he admitted the national team might need to accept suffering in the short term for success in the future. Steve Clarke hasn't had his problems to seek in recent times at Hampden
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Russell Findlay unveils new Scottish Tory top team - but no role for Douglas Ross
The new Scottish Tory leader has unveiled his top team - with no frontbench role for his predecessor Douglas Ross. Former journalist Russell Findlay beat rivals Murdo Fraser and Meghan Gallacher in the race to succeed Mr Ross. He had previously
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Scotland's water industry regulator chair resigns after financial scandal
Donald MacRae has resigned as the chair of Water Industry Commission for Scotland (Wics) after a financial scandal. The resignation comes after WICS were accused of financial failings, including spending more than £75,000 on a course at Harvard
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England rally at end of tough day against Pakistan but concerns over Ben Duckett
England suffered a chaotic second day in Multan, watching Pakistan pile up 518 to take control of the first Test before their response was undermined by a worrying thumb injury for opener Ben Duckett. It was a day where almost everything that could
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Hearts skip Lawrence Shankland responds to weight jibes with hilarious quip
Lawrence Shankland insists he'll ignore taunts about his weight and take any criticism on the chin... or chins, as he said in a self-deprecating quip. The Heart of Midlothian captain claims he would no longer have to play football if he had received
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Scotland matches against Croatia & Portugal facing TV blackout
Neither of Scotland's upcoming Nations League fixtures have been selected for live television broadcast - yet. Fans are facing a TV blackout for the matches against Croatia and Portugal, as things stand. Steve Clarke's side will be looking
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'Perfect storm' warning for ferry network as ageing vessel sidelined for weeks
Scotland’s ferry operator has warned of a “perfect storm” of problems for the network with a planned-for vessel’s return delayed again after more than eight months on the sidelines. CalMac has said that the ageing MV Caledonian Isles will remain
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Dunfermline, Scotland's newest City, has something for everyone
Dunfermline, Scotland's newest City, has something for everyone. Everyone loves getting something new… new shoes, new car, new job! How does a new City sound? Scotland has a brand new city in Dunfermline. Not everything about Dunfermline is shiny
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New Fairview International head brings vast experience to Stirlingshire school
FOR the new head of Fairview International School, Victoria Gamble, building her students’ skills and confidence is key. With a vast experience in education both internationally and within the UK, Mrs Gamble is keen to continue the success of the
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John Swinney defends National Care Service plans despite losing support for bill
John Swinney insists plans from the Scottish Government to set up a National Care Service remain the ‘most effective way’ of improving care services across the country, despite losing the support of trade unions and council leaders. The First Minister
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Scottish port celebrates 'biggest-ever, transformational' investment
A Scottish port has officially unveiled its new £25m ship-to-shore cranes - an investment which its owner says is the biggest-ever in container facilities at the site. Faster turnaround times for vessels have been enabled by the investment, which
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Remote corner of Scottish island to play host to new recording studio
A new recording studio on one of Scotland’s islands will attract “high-level” musicians and help local talent develop their skills and careers, it is hoped. Plans have been unveiled to convert a former church in the village of Bunessan on the
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Chief executive of Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society to step down
The “outstanding” chief executive of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society is to step down next spring after nine years in the role. Shona McCarthy said it has been an “enormous privilege” to serve the festival and praised those she has worked
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Man City accuse Premier League of ‘misleading’ clubs and say APT rules now void
Manchester City have accused the Premier League of “misleading” clubs over the legal case the Sky Blues fought over top-flight rules governing commercial deals. City wrote to the other 19 clubs and the league on Monday night to challenge the league
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Famous Edinburgh jeweller's entire collection to go up for sale at auction
The entire collection from a jeweller in Edinburgh is set to go under the hammer after the owner retired. Joseph Bonnar has been a renowned jeweller in the capital for more than 50 years and is highly regarded for his expertise in antique and period
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'Renowned' Christmas tree farm that has supplied Downing Street to be sold by family
A "renowned and highly successful" Scottish Christmas tree operation has just been launched to the market. The agent said the farm’s "impressive clientele includes Downing Street and The Ritz in London, further underscoring the quality of its crops
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The trolleybus silent service should come back to Glasgow
Everyone agrees that Glasgow needs better, more efficient and affordable public transport. At a time when the basics of the long-awaited Glasgow Metro system are being worked out, the city should look to its past to rediscover its silent service.
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Letters: Giving Glasgow Airport a better deal would help Edinburgh
I APPRECIATE that Doug Maughan (an ex-colleague of mine), living in Dunblane, would be naturally attracted to Edinburgh Airport, but it seems to me that the infrastructure problems there that he describes (Letters, October 5) are substantially added
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'Teething problems': Sarwar admits UK Labour Government has had a challenging start
Anas Sarwar has conceded the UK Labour Government has faced "teething problems" in its first 100 days in office amid continued backlash over winter fuel payment cuts. The Scottish Labour leader defended Chancellor Rachel Reeves' decision to means
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World-renowned tourist attraction upgrade planned after MSP's intervention
The road leading to a world-renowned tourist hotspot will be upgraded following an intervention from SNP MSP Kate Forbes. Highland Council will receive £350,000 from the Islands Programme Fund to upgrade the final stretch of single track road to
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Six-month project to improve 140-year-old city railway bridge begins
A six month project to improve a 140-year-old railway bridge over Salkeld Street, in Glasgow, has begun. It's part of a wider £1.5 million programme to repair bridges near Glasgow Central and will continue until March 2025. The steel structure
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Angus Gunn and Greg Taylor out of Scotland squad as two replacements called up
Steve Clarke has called up two more uncapped players to his Scotland squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures amid a further injury blow. First-choice goalkeeper Angus Gunn and Celtic’s Greg Taylor have both withdrawn from the double-header
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Herald Poll: Should Scots welcome a new Donald Trump golf course?
Donald Trump’s plan to open a new golf course in Aberdeenshire has been savaged by the Scottish Greens. Maggie Chapman, MSP for the North East region, has slammed the scheme, calling it a “"vanity project” and saying it’s the “last thing” the
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Rare whisky auction to take place as part of 'life-changing' charity fundraiser
A special auction of more than 100 lots of whisky and related items will go under the hammer tomorrow to raise funds for Glasgow’s Children’s Hospital Charity. The ‘Special Wee Dram’ auction at McTear’s on October 9 will see rare whisky donated
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Why Scottish pupils are already ahead with class apprenticeships
Thousands of Scots such as Fifer Iona McGhie have been getting on the career ladder thanks to Scotland’s own Foundation Apprenticeships programme, available in schools since 2016 WITH an increasing recognition of the value of work-based pathways
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Glasgow Warriors confirm 1872 Cup match against Edinburgh to be hosted at Hampden
Glasgow Warriors will host the first leg of the 1872 Cup against Edinburgh at Hampden in an "unprecedented move for rugby". The Scotstoun club will play the opening leg of the competition at Hampden on Sunday, December 22. Kick-off will be at 3pm
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Unlocking the potential of clean hydrogen in Scotland: Opportunities and challenges
TODAY is World Hydrogen Day – celebrated to help raise awareness of the role hydrogen can play in the transition to a low-carbon economy. Hydrogen is already an established part of our economy, used in industrial processes such as in oil refining
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Immigration fuels Scotland's biggest population increase since 1940s
Scotland’s population rose faster than at any time since the 1940s to its highest level in the year to mid 2023, driven by immigration, latest data shows. The country’s population was at 5,490,100 on June 30 last year, according to the National
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Hurricane Milton: Could 180mph wind storm reach Category 6 status?
The people of Florida are currently preparing themselves for the biggest storm to hit the state in more than 40 years. Hurricane Milton is set to cause chaos and comes off the back of Hurricane Helene, which already caused problems. It will
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Trump and his new golf course not welcome in Aberdeenshire - Scottish Greens
Scottish Green MSP Maggie Chapman has said that Donald Trump and his new golf course are "not welcome" in Aberdeenshire. It comes following the announcement that the former US President will be opening his new course in Menie next summer. Trump
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Weekend closure of Kincardine Bridge planned to allow viaduct to be replaced
A new viaduct that has been constructed to replace an 80-metre section of the Kincardine Bridge is set to open to traffic for the first time in November. The Kincardine Bridge is made up of multiple connected spans. A piled viaduct at the southern
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Celtic v FC Twente: TV channel, live stream & kick-off
Celtic begin their UEFA Women's Champions League campaign TONIGHT when they face FC Twente at New Douglas Park. It will be the first time either side have participated in the group stages of the competition, with Celtic the first-ever Scottish
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'World first' conference aims to break silence surrounding sibling sexual abuse
A Scottish charity is delivering what’s thought to be the world’s first conference dedicated to supporting survivors of sibling sexual abuse. Glasgow-based Thriving Survivors is bringing together professionals and survivors of this largely unaddressed
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Justice Secretary calls on MSPs to unite against winter fuel payment cut
The UK Labour Government’s “abrupt decision” to bring in means-testing for the winter fuel payment has “robbed millions of pensioners”, Scotland’s social justice secretary has said. Speaking ahead of a parliamentary debate later on Tuesday, Shirley-Anne
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Murder probe launched after man attacked on Uddingston street
Police have launched a murder probe after the death of a 38-year-old man. On Sunday at around 7.35pm, David Graham, from Cambuslang, was walking alone at the General’s Gate area of Uddingston when he was attacked. Mr Graham was taken by ambulance
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Herald Diary: Got a child who's a fussy eater? Here's an Incredible solution
Green day HISTORIANS of modern Europe often claim that Otto von Bismarck, the Prussian statesman and diplomat, was the most cunning person to have ever lived. Historians of modern Europe are, of course, talking out of their bahookies. For
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Letters: Starmer has done nothing to lift the stench of Westminster
CONGRATULATIONS to Sue Gray on her appointment as “the Prime Minister’s envoy for the regions and nations” (“Embattled Gray quits as Downing Street chief of staff”, The Herald, October 6). I assume she went through a tough and rigorous selection process
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Why were Glasgow’s Jewish people intimidated on their saddest day?
On Sunday afternoon, I joined a few hundred members of Glasgow’s Jewish community at Kelvingrove Museum to remember the victims of last October 7. The event was a memorial for those 1200 people who were tortured, raped and murdered by Hamas terrorists
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Neil Mackay: Our schools are in crisis over violence, but does the SNP even care?
I spent Saturday hanging out with old friends. Aside from me - the journalist - there was a civil servant, advertising executive, teacher, police officer, and psychologist. Amid the usual pub banter, a long and serious conversation unfolded between
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Nick Rodger: A bonfire of the profanities but golf has always been a four letter word
This week, we’re going to talk about swearing. So, instead of my usual rambling, meandering introduction to the column, which often leaves readers feeling the same sense of drifting wistfulness that you get when the Desert Island Discs theme comes
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Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on A9 dualling
Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on A9 dualling You can purchase Steven Camley's cartoons by calling 0191 603 0178 or visiting thepicturedesk.co.uk
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Prestwick boss suggested dyslexia 'not a disability' for doctors or lawyers
An aircraft engineer has won the first stage of his employment tribunal after his former employer refused to acknowledge that his dyslexia was a disability. The engineer, named as Mr Dolan, enrolled on a training course last year run by Prestwick
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Watchdog slates Scot Gov over Sturgeon report legal battle as costs mount
An independent watchdog has made an unprecedented attack on the Scottish Government over a three year legal battle in connection with freedom of information requests relating to an inquiry into Nicola Sturgeon. In an outspoken intervention, David
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Council proposes millions in education cuts to tackle expected budget shortfall
Another Scottish council has released details of major education cuts that are being considered as it seeks solutions for an expected budget shortfall. North Ayrshire Council says that it expects to face a £16m budget gap once its funding is confirmed
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Scottish hotel sold by family-owned company
A family-owned business has sold a 53-bedroom hotel in an off-market deal, its latest in a series of disposals. Solley Hotels has sold Pitbauchlie House Hotel in Dunfermline to Smar Hotels. Smar now owns three hotels in the UK. Colliers, which
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Scottish software firm analysing employees' time and deploying AI raises funds
A Scottish “workforce optimisation” software provider has secured £750,000 of equity funding as it plans international growth and the building of further artificial intelligence functionality. Glasgow-based Corporate Modelling Services (CMS) has
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Entrepreneur secures over £1m funding for new hotel above restaurant
An entrepreneur has received funding to transform the upstairs of his restaurant into a hotel. The restaurateur has hailed £1.14 million in backing for the new venture. Reward Funding has provided the finance solution to Perry Uppal of R&
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Mark Williamson: SNP Government green jobs failure seen in English city success
The SNP Government has received a boost from Westminster as First Minister John Swinney tries to maintain hopes that Scotland will some day get the green jobs his party has promised. The UK Infrastructure Bank has agreed to provide up to £87 million
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Tenants secured for new prime office space in Glasgow
Two major tenants have signed up for one of Glasgow’s newest office developments. FDM Group, the business and technology consultancy, and the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), have taken five-year leases at 140 West George Street, following
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Family to sell hotel in picturesque village on famous Scottish road trip route
A hotel in a picturesque working fishing village on the North Coast 500 tourist route has been put on the market. It is the only hotel and public house in the village and the premises also house the local general store. It is for sale as the owner
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Scots plant firm declares business 'tougher than expected'
ScotJCB has declared its current financial year has been “tougher than expected”, as new accounts reveal pre-tax profits fell amid challenging business conditions for the plant machinery specialist in 2023. The Glasgow-based firm cited the impact
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Scots scientists find pollution creating DDT-resistant mosquitoes
A mosquito said to be a major vector for malaria infections has been found to be developing a resistance to the insecticide DDT. Scientists at the University of Glasgow have uncovered the mutation for the first time in the Anopheles funestus mosquito
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Survey questioning UK girls is ‘devastating’ with sexism and loneliness key issues
Societal issues including sexism, misogyny and loneliness are being felt by girls younger than ever before, according to a new survey. The UK’s largest youth organisation, Girlguiding, has carried out its annual survey of more than 2500 girls aged