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How Celtic went from Champions League whipping boys to Euro heavyweights in a month
AS Callum McGregor stood by the side of the Parkhead pitch and chatted to a bevy of newspaper reporters about Celtic’s inspired Champions League win over RB Leipzig late on Tuesday night, opposition manager Marco Rose walked past on his way to the
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Celtic captain issues Champions League message to team mates after RB Leipzig victory
CALLUM McGregor has urged his Celtic team mates to build on their stunning win over RB Leipzig - and enhance the global reputation of Scottish football by reaching the Champions League knockout rounds. McGregor helped the Parkhead club to record
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Nicolas Raskin urges importance of team spirit ahead of Rangers European tie
If Rangers are to pull off another big result in Europe against Olympiacos, they will need to stick together as a team, insists Nicolas Raskin. The 23-year-old has enjoyed something of a renaissaunce at Ibrox under Philippe Clement over the past
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'I've loved every second of it' - Jack Dempsey says Scotland switch 'perfect fit'
It is two years already since Jack Dempsey made his Scotland debut after switching allegiances from his native Australia, and the number eight feels like it has been the “perfect fit” for team and player. Dempsey has established himself as Scotland
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Jimmy who? Shetland is back and strong as ever
As the new series of Shetland opens the camera is close up on the face of the crime drama’s newest recruit. DI Ruth Calder (Ashley Jensen) is explaining what brought her north again after a spell back in London. “They were never going to promote
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Hyslop: Islanders face 'difficult’ winter due to delayed ferry repairs
Islanders face a “challenging and difficult winter” due to delays in repairs to one of CalMac’s largest ferries, the Transport Secretary has conceded. The Conservatives accused the SNP of doing “nothing about this for month after month” after it
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Counsellor constructively dismissed for gender-critical views awarded £68,000
A counsellor who was constructively dismissed by a rape crisis centre over her gender-critical views has called for “meaningful change” and a “definition of woman” as she was awarded nearly £70,000. Counselling support worker Roz Adams, who now
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South Lanarkshire club secures grant for 'pivotal' golf redevelopment
Scotland's highest golf course has received grant funding covering more than half the cost of plans to build a new environmentally sustainable clubhouse. Sitting at 1,500 feet above sea level, the 9-hole course at Leadhills Golf Club is described
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Party planning? 10 Scottish delis with all you need for a show-stopping snack table
Artisan cheeses, cured meats, fine wines and the ubiquitous ‘nibbly bits’. You could spend hours exploring a deli filled with a well-curated selection of local products and international finds to add a little flair to your cooking. With the
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Solicitors warn of legal aid ‘crisis’ amid 23% drop in cases paid to solicitors
Senior lawyers have warned the legal aid ‘crisis’ is worsening after a new report showed a 23% drop in the number of cases paid to solicitors since 2019-20. The Scottish Legal Aid Board (SLAB) published its annual report for the 2023-24 financial
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Bonfire Night disorder sees police make 19 arrests across Scotland
Police have begun criminal investigations into the “significant disorder" that took place across Scotland on Bonfire Night. The force said that detectives across the country are "following positive lines of inquiry" to identify those responsible
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'23 hectares of marine habitat lost in 10 years'. Why we need an inshore limit
Twenty years ago, Angus Martin, the son of four generations of Clyde fishermen, wrote a book that should have sparked change for west coast fisheries. ‘Fish and Fisherfolk of Kintyre, Lochfyneside, Gigha, and Arran’ was an affectionate chronicling
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Police appeal after 24 live lobsters stolen from Scots harbour
Police are investigating after 24 live lobsters were stolen from a storage place at a harbour. Officers said the creatures “did not stage a break-out” and were “definitely removed by human hands”. The lobsters, which had been caught by a local
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Marks & Spencer set to feast on festive cheer
Christmas is on the horizon and the recovery at Marks & Spencer is gathering momentum at exactly the right time to capitalise on that. From a shareholder's point of view there wasn't much to dislike in this morning's interim results, with pre-tax
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Council approves sale of former pool site to housing developer
Up to 122 new apartments could be created on the site of the former Xcite Livingston leisure pool. West Lothian Council officers recommended that elected members on the Council Executive approved plans to sell the land to Cruden Homes Limited (
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Trump’s Scottish golf business celebrates victory of ‘true leader’
The business that runs Donald Trump’s golf courses in Scotland has welcomed his historic victory in the US presidential election. Trump International Scotland described the president-elect as “a true leader in every sense of the word”. Executive
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Island management company fined for release of silt into Highland loch
Scotland’s environmental regulator is warning that poor mitigation measures could result in financial consequences after serving a £600 civil penalty on an island management company. Summer Isles Enterprises Limited, based in Wiltshire, was served
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Hidden in plain sight: could ancient annotations unlock new secrets of learning?
“This project can teach us that the human experience is something that is always contextualised.” So says Garrick Allen, Professor of Divinity and Biblical Criticism at the University of Glasgow and a driving force behind a ground-breaking, interdisciplinary
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Hurtling down a hill on a piece of plastic? We haven’t smiled so much in ages
Brian McIver The drive up the mountains towards the beautiful French town of Vaujany has everything you’d expect from an Alpine approach. Perched on the mountainside, not too far a drive from Grenoble, the winding roadsides are dusted with
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SQA accused of 'whitewash' in Higher History marking review
Scotland’s only exam board says that a report into Higher History marking has found no problems with this year’s approach. The materials, released at 2pm today by the Scottish Qualifications Authority, state that “the marking standard in 2024 did
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New exhibition to examine later years of Robert Louis Stevenson’s life
A new exhibition examining the later years of Robert Louis Stevenson’s life and his Pacific legacy is to open in Edinburgh this week. This free exhibition, which will open ahead of Robert Louis Stevenson Day on November 13, reconsiders a writer
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New documentary highlighting men's emotion to be released on International Men's Day
The director of a new feature documentary to be released for International Men’s Day later this month hopes that it can inspire people to be show more empathy. Silent Men is the debut feature documentary by Scottish BAFTA and Royal Television Scotland
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On Election Day, people tell you who they really are
No one can tell you what it’s like to live in Donald Trump’s America. The country is just too big. The ways people live are too drastically different. But I can tell you what it was like to live in Donald Trump’s Hickory, North Carolina on November
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What's the condition of Scotland's critical care units?
This article appears as part of the Inside the NHS newsletter. Intensive care and high dependency units care for the sickest of all patients, so monitoring how well they are coping with demand is a important bellwether for the NHS as a whole.
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'Fear for women across the world' under Donald Trump's presidency
This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. A convicted felon who advised men to grab women ‘by the p****’, who filled the Supreme Court with judges to reverse Roe vs Wade, ending the federal right to abortion. A
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Swing states as McIlroy puts Trump to the fore in golf merger talks
The Presidents of the good ol’ US of A have always enjoyed a batter and clatter on the golf course. Woodrow Wilson, for instance, didn’t take up the game until the age of 56 but, during his time in the Oval Office, he amassed upwards of 1200 rounds
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'We don't want to be a nearly team' - McGregor on Celtic's 'outstanding' UCL comeback
Celtic captain Callum McGregor feels they have shown they belong at Champions League level by going back to basics and proving a point following their difficult night in Dortmund. The Scottish champions followed up their goalless draw at Atalanta
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Swinney 'encouraged' by firework controls despite significant Bonfire Night disorder
John Swinney has said he is "encouraged" by measures to curb firework disorder despite Bonfire Night disturbances across the country. The First Minister's comments came after Police Scotland figures showed officers responded to 18 incidents on
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Trump victory triggers plunge in pound
The dollar has surged today with financial markets reacting positively to Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election, as experts flagged sweeping policy changes likely under the incoming Republican administration. Luke Bartholomew,
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Manchester City ‘in a dark place’ – Bernardo Silva
Bernardo Silva felt Manchester City had fallen into a “dark place” after being thrashed 4-1 by Sporting Lisbon. City were stunned by incoming Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim’s side at the Jose Alvalade Stadium on Tuesday, slumping to a third
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Letter of the Day: Give tax relief for private social care
Amid the seismic events abroad, it should be borne in mind that many Scots are greatly concerned with the bread and butter issues of everyday life here, especially health and social care. Earlier this week we reported on recent figures from Public
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Exhibition reflects on experience of soldiers from across Commonwealth during WW1
A new exhibition in Glasgow is reflecting on the experience of soldiers from across the Commonwealth during WW1. John Akomfrah’s Mimesis: African Soldier is the current main gallery exhibition at the city's Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA). The
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Trump presidency poses risk to Scotland's whisky industry, John Swinney has warned
Donald Trump's presidency could be "very damaging" for Scotland's whisky sector amid fears tariff increases risks job losses, John Swinney has warned. Prior to the election, Mr Trump promised significant tariff increases of up to 20% on foreign
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How Kamala Harris lost the election: The flaws in her Presidential campaign
When Kamala Harris appeared on ABC’s "The View" last month, it was supposed to be a friendly forum to introduce herself to Americans unfamiliar with her story. The Democratic presidential nominee instead struggled to explain what she would do differently
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Thatching project begins at historic building linked to Robert Burns
Work has commenced to re-thatch the roof of a historic freemasons club where Robert Burns learned to dance and created a debating society in the late 1700s. The Bachelors’ Club, cared for by the National Trust for Scotland, stands in the village
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Ipsos: It was the economy that won Trump the White House
Bill Clinton’s political advisor James Carville famously said that when it comes to elections "it’s the economy, stupid". We can expect to see wall-to-wall analysis over the coming weeks and months of the factors underlying Donald Trump’s historic
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‘Watershed’ moment as copper stills arrive at new £20m Scottish distillery
A Scottish drinks maker has hailed the arrival of copper stills at its new £20 million distillery. The arrival marks a “significant milestone” for the distillery as it prepares to commence operations early in the new year. It’s a major
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Stop sacrificing the Highlands on altar of net zero
Almost every day I receive correspondence about wind farms, battery storage facilities, or power lines. Much of it is from people who feel not only isolated but also bullied by those who want to base our future energy supply on electricity.
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Letters: Free university tuition is wrong. Fees should be subsidised and means-tested
AS university fees rise in England by 3% for the first time since 2017, John Swinney pops up in a video on X gleefully reminding us that no one pays university fees in Scotland. Of course, though, under the SNP, all taxpayers are, in fact, paying
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Site works step up as plans to create 'trailblazing' £700m hospital move forward
Site works are stepping up as plans to create the new University Hospital Monklands move forward. Following recent earth settlement trials, more preparatory works are starting on the site of the 'trailblazing' hospital at Wester Moffat in Airdrie
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Police probe launched as teenager seriously injured after being struck by car
Police are appealing for information after a 16-year-old was left seriously injured after being struck by a car in Rutherglen. A 58-year-old man was arrested in connection with a road traffic offence but then released pending further enquiring.
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Food festival known as 'world's best BBQ' is coming to Scotland - here's when
One of the UK’s top food festivals will be hosted in Scotland for the first time next year. Described as the ‘world’s best BBQ’, Meatopia will take place from June 6 to 8 at Glasgow’s SWG3, showcasing talented chefs from across the globe who will
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Kerry Hudson: Berlin was great for debauchery. Then I went back with my baby...
Ten years ago I arrived in Kreuzberg, Berlin. I was 34 with no fixed abode. Everything I owned fitted into a carry-on suitcase half filled with books. I was living monthly, sublet to sublet, across Europe. This time it was with a German artist
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Trump elected as US president after victory in Wisconsin
Donald Trump has been elected the 47th president of the United States. The victory marks an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the US Capitol, was convicted
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'Beautiful' Perthshire holiday park sold after seven decades in family ownership
A Perthshire holiday park which has been under the same family ownership since 1954 has been sold for an undisclosed sum. Faskally Caravan Park, which is located in countryside close to the popular tourist town of Pitlochry, has been acquired by
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Bonfire Night 'significant disorder' as fire service takes over 1,000 calls
Emergency services had to deal with “significant disorder” in Scotland’s two largest cities on Bonfire Night, with firefighters coming under attack and fireworks and bricks thrown at police officers. Police Scotland condemned the “unacceptable
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US election LIVE as Trump projected to have won the presidency
3:19pm Trump’s Scottish golf business celebrates historic victory of ‘true leader’ The business that runs Donald
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Starmer congratulates Trump on ‘historic’ US election victory
Sir Keir Starmer said the UK-US special relationship will “continue to prosper” following Donald Trump’s “historic election victory”. Mr Trump declared he had won a “magnificent victory for the American people” as he appeared on track to return
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Celtic have ‘discovered we can compete’ in Champions League – Brendan Rodgers
Brendan Rodgers feels Celtic have discovered they can compete in the Champions League as he savoured his best night in the competition with the Hoops. Celtic came from behind to beat RB Leipzig 3-1 thanks to the outstanding Nicolas Kuhn’s double
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Democrats can blame their own hubris and arrogance for Donald Trump success
At around 5.30am the truth began to dawn on Kamala Harris. That was when she cancelled her proposed victory speech at her Washington campaign headquarters. Donald Trump’s achievement in becoming America’s 47th occupant of the White House is perhaps
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Republicans have won the Senate but what does it mean for America?
Republicans have won control of the Senate, a potential boost for a Donald Trump presidency as he closes in on a huge victory in the White House. Odds have favored the GOP this entire election cycle, with all of the most competitive races in states
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Donald Trump declares victory in US presidential election
Donald Trump has declared victory in the United States presidential election. The billionaire, who previously served in the White House from 2016 to 2020, repeated his Make America Great Again speech as he declared his victory in front of his
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'No-name embarrasses Leipzig' - German media stunned by Kuhn's UCL display
A German media outlet has labelled Nicolas Kuhn a ‘German no-name professional’ after the winger stunned his former club RB Leipzig with an outstanding Champions League display last night. Celtic came from behind to secure a thrilling 3-1 home
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Herald Diary: Warning: here's how you could be a menace to wildlife
Family affairs THE Diary is a sucker for a sentimental story, which is why we always weep a contented tear or two when we watch the classic Hitchcock movie Psycho. It’s not often a grown man adores his mother that much. We now present our
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Carlos Alba: The lessons Spain must learn from the tragedy of Valencia
If the first duty of a government is to keep its citizens alive, then the government at all levels in Spain, has epically failed the people of Valencia. The biblical scenes of chaos and destruction in parts of that proud and beautiful region, wrought
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Letters: Time Labour came up with humane policies on immigration
I WELCOME the new Labour Government’s recent moves to provide more resources for our crumbling public services. However the recent speech by Keir Starmer at an international policing conference on issues in relation to people attempting to reach
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Eilidh Shaw on her rapid rise to becoming Scotland's best female road rider
It’s hardly surprising, given the speed of Eilidh Shaw’s rise, that’s she’s still catching her breath. Just over a year ago, the 19-year-old was a complete unknown outwith the cycling world. She sat out most of 2023 due to a medical condition
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Optimism fades to concern among US students in Scotland as Donald Trump nears win
EDINBURGH- Supporters of Vice President Kamala Harris nervously gather around large televisions, eyes glued to the screens. It's one AM on Wednesday morning. Hours before, this collection of American students and Democratic supporters had been
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Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on new ferry crisis
Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on new ferry crisis You can purchase Steven Camley's cartoons by calling 0191 603 0178 or visiting thepicturedesk.co.uk
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Martin Hannan: You might not like it but Scotland must continue to import players
For reasons I don’t really want to go into I ended up watching the Scotland v Fiji match in a pub in Edinburgh. An England fan was sitting near us. You could guess his loyalties from the England shirt he was wearing and the fact that his poor wee
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Alison Rowat: The kids will be all right without an inheritance, won't they?
From employers and home buyers to pensioners and the parents of private school pupils, the queue of those complaining about Rachel Reeves’s Budget grows longer by the day. Just when things can’t get any stickier for the Chancellor, along comes Ruth
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Ian Murray: I'll boost Scottish growth, working in Scotland and around the world
By Ian Murray They didn’t know where to look. The much reduced SNP group in Westminster, now squashed up at the back of the opposition benches after losing their status as the third largest party in Commons, sat in shock as Rachel Reeves dismantled
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'National Insurance hike will cost Glasgow City Council over 50 million pounds'
The SNP leader of Glasgow City Council has written to the UK chancellor seeking 'urgent clarity' over the recent hike to National Insurance contributions which she claims will cost the council over £50 million pounds. In a letter seen exclusively
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Scottish Government joins international alliance on AI and cybersecurity
The Scottish Government has joined an international alliance on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and space after calls to address the dangers of new technology. Business minister Richard Lochhead is addressing the first ministerial summit
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Academic who lead review of exams and assessment says 'reform will be gradual'
The author of a major report into reforming the school exam system says that “doors to a different future remain open” despite key proposals having been rejected. Writing exclusively for The Herald, Professor Louise Hayward argues that “change
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Prof Louise Hayward: 'Doors to a different future for qualifications remain open'
In October 2021, the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills responded to findings from two OECD reports on Scottish Education by establishing a review of qualifications and assessment. OECD commended the aspirations of Curriculum for Excellence
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Scottish Secretary sets out trade missions for Scotland to encourage investment
Claiming the new UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves ‘backs Scotland’, the Scottish Secretary Ian Murray said he will aim to complete five trade missions for Scotland in the next two years. Writing exclusively for The Herald, Mr Murray set out his plan
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Tuition fees: Scottish ministers urged to consider means testing university fees
Means testing tuition fees must be considered by ministers in Scotland to ease the strain on ‘under pressure’ universities, a leading policy expert has warned. James Mitchell, professor of public policy at Edinburgh University, said the universal
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Global sports giant’s flagship Scottish store put on market for sale
A global sports brand’s flagship store in a Scottish city has been put on the market for sale. The property has Nike contracted as tenant until 2034, with the sports giant currently undertaking a major refurbishment of the store, which is expected
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Ian McConnell: Scottish seaside hotel manager's observations grab attention
The rallying call from an Oban hotel manager, hammering home the importance of driving winter tourism at seaside towns such as the one in which he operates and at “iconic” locations in Scotland generally, grabbed the attention. The observations
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Banking veteran to play crucial role in 'transformative' new Scottish firm
A Scottish start-up has hired a senior executive with experience across banking ahead of its launch. Zappaty, described as a "secure file sharing, storage, and collaboration platform created for SMEs", hailed the appointment of the former Santander
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Major jeweller makes its 'biggest investment of the year' in Scottish store
A family-owned national jeweller has described an investment in one of its Scottish stores as “its largest investment of this year”. Diamond, jewellery and watch retailer Beaverbrooks said, on the back of the £2 million investment, its store at
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Hotel on world-famous tourist route on market as owners retire after 30 years
A hotel on the famous North Coast 500 tourist route has been brought to the market. The hotel on Scotland's "Route 66" road trip is offered for sale as its owners move to retire. Agent ASG Commercial said: “The Trentham Hotel is a well-established
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AI boost for Scottish farming to meet rising demand for eggs
Scotland's second-biggest egg producer is looking to further boost output with a £2.4 million investment in AI technology. New computer vision grading equipment will come into use at Aberdeenshire-based Farmlay from the start of next year which
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Who Will Be Our Family Favourites?
THE short-list has been revealed for the 2024 edition of The Herald Scottish Family Business Awards, in association with Business Gateway – and it could prove to be a memorable year for some of the country’s finest companies. A wide range of family-owned
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As good as we've been: Celtic display perfect present for birthday Bhoy Greg Taylor
GREG Taylor admitted Celtic’s stunning performance in their Champions League win over German giants RB Leipzig at Parkhead last night was the best birthday present he could have hoped for. Taylor and his team mates were immense against the second-placed
