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Hearts 0 Heidenheim 2: Unbeaten Conference League run comes to end

Hearts produced a spirited display but were unable to maintain their perfect start in the Conference League as they went down 2-0 to Bundesliga side Heidenheim at Tynecastle. The Edinburgh side, buoyed by winning their opening two matches in the

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Why James Tavernier was omitted from tonight's Rangers starting XI

Philippe Clement has explained the decision to drop James Tavernier from his Rangers starting XI tonight. The Scottish Premiership side matched their Greek foes Olympiacos to earn a 1-1 draw in the Europa League. Dujon Sterling started in the

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Olympiacos 1 Rangers 1: Cyriel Dessers redeems himself in front of goal

Rangers’ hit and miss striker Cyriel Dessers redeemed himself against Olympiacos with a second-half equaliser in the 1-1 Europa League draw in the Georgios Karaiskakis stadium. On a night when 33-year-old Gers captain James Tavernier was dropped

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Midfield shines as Rangers' players rated after draw against Olympiacos

Philippe Clement's Rangers took another positive step towards qualification for the knockout rounds of the Europa League with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Olympiacos tonight. Here's how the players rated... Jack Butland 7 As solid a night

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I took an expert to a STEM event. Here's what happened.

Sometimes what you really need is an expert opinion, and there’s nothing like diving into an area of intense specialism to help you reach that conclusion. Last week, I headed through to capital to visit Edinburgh Science’s ‘careers hive’, which

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ScotGov plan reveals Grangemouth cluster 'must decarbonise by 2045'

The Grangemouth industrial cluster must sustainably decarbonise to achieve net zero emissions by 2045, according to a Scottish Government consultation document. Those involved in industry around Grangemouth are being invited to share their views

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Edinburgh museum to reopen after outcry over temporary closure

A museum in Edinburgh is to reopen to the public following a public outcry over its temporary closure. The City of Edinburgh Council confirmed that The People’s Story Museum will reopen to the public on Monday, December 2. The Museum, which

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Business as usual in Glasgow as Callaway ponders future of Topgolf

The nets of Topgolf, located in Rutherglen on the outskirts of Glasgow, have towered some 150 feet above the nearby M74 since the international sports entertainment chain opened its first venue in Scotland in December 2022. Headquartered in Dallas

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Scotland's colleges agree accelerated Real Living Wage increase

Annual salaries for directly employed college staff in Scotland earning the Real Living Wage have jumped by more than £1,000 after a higher pay rate was brought in six months earlier than required. The increased hourly rate will be introduced at

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Students urged to boycott cybersecurity tech over Israel link

Students at a Scottish university are eschewing crucial cybersecurity technology due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Pro-Palestine campaigners at Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) have urged students to boycott the university’s multi

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Was John Swinney 'f***ing stupid' to have endorsed Kamala Harris?

This article appears as part of the Unspun: Scottish Politics newsletter. In preparation for the US election, I watched The Apprentice, the new Hollywood biopic of Donald Trump. The movie is an unflattering and at times cartoonish origin story

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Inside the 'perfect' Scottish town that's at its 'best in autumn and winter'

If Pitlochry just conjures up images of tour buses and tartan shops, it’s time you took another look at this Highland Perthshire town. Today this old Victorian resort sports bungee jumping, bakeries cultivating sourdough and bright new cafés, with

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Alex Cole-Hamilton ‘dismayed’ at John Swinney and Anas Sarwar over Trump response

The leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrat party has accused other Scottish party leaders of ‘dressing up’ their reaction to Donald Trump becoming president with ‘diplomatic niceties’.   Alex Cole-Hamilton's comments come after he flew to America

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Acclaimed Scottish city restaurant acquired by team behind curry house

A renowned restaurant in the Scottish capital has been sold. The agent said the eatery which had been “consistently one of the best-regarded Edinburgh restaurants on TripAdvisor” was sold to another city player. The New Chapter restaurant has

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Sainsbury's provides more food for thought on the future of UK interest rates

The announcement earlier today of another cut taking UK interest rates to 4.75% has come as Sainsbury's followed in the steps of fellow retailer Marks & Spencer with a warning of higher prices to come as a result of last week's Budget. The tone

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A forgotten war and the nurses who never came home: Scotland’s finest war memorials

This is the weekend for remembering. A time for the country to stop and recall those who sacrificed their lives in the fields of France, in the deserts of Africa on the hills of the Falklands.  We are good at taking a few moments at cenotaphs and

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If you’ve ever cared for someone, this is required reading

A Last Journey by Ann Burnett (Ladybug, £10.99)  Only three years separated Bill Burnett’s 2019 dementia diagnosis from his death, and A Last Journey is, at least partly, a way for his widow, Ann, to preserve her memories of that harrowing time

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A place of peace amongst the turbulent tides of history

Stirling Castle, Castle Esplanade, Stirling FK8 1EJ From its lofty position, Stirling Castle has witnessed 500 years of Scottish history. Over that time, power struggles have been fought in its halls and chambers and battles of a bloodier kind

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Are we getting value for money from BBC Scotland?

Ask yourself what’s meant by Scottish drama and a definition isn’t hard to come by. It means stories dealing with Scottish society and history, subjects which in turn encompass everything from our landscape to our key industries. If you admit to a

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'Hungry office workers queuing down the street': Understanding the magic of Sprigg

It's a bitterly cold autumnal day in Glasgow, with driving rain and freezing wind making it feel more like December. But something curious is happening on Sauchiehall Street. Hordes of hungry office workers are queuing down the street, waiting patiently

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First Minister will not attend Cop conference for first time in five years

John Swinney will not attend the international climate summit COP29 next week —  the first time a first minister has not gone since 2019.  The decision was confirmed by officials on Thursday, just two days after the government scrapped its interim

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Can we find a balance between much needed development and affordable housing?

Stepping inside the new Candleriggs development is like being sucked into a Scandi-meets-mid-century-modern cocoon. Compared with the chaotic bustle of Trongate, the interior of the new build-to-rent apartment block has the echoey silence of something

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Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu can cement place on next summer’s Lions tour

Ryan Wilson believes newly-installed Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu can cement his place on next summer’s Lions tour with impressive displays in the Autumn Nations Series. The hard-hitting centre, 27, saw his reign as skipper begin with a comfortable

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Climate activists clamp themselves to Scottish Parliament building

Two activists have been arrested and charged after attaching themselves to the outside of the Scottish Parliament building in protest against proposals for a new gas-fired power station. The Extinction Rebellion protesters used bicycle D-locks

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Harvie attacks Swinney for congratulating Trump on US election win

Patrick Harvie has condemned First Minister John Swinney’s decision to congratulate Donald Trump on winning the US presidential election. The co-leader of the Scottish Greens described the president-elect as a “misogynist, a climate denier, a fraudster

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Artists invited to create digital 3D artworks for Scotland’s Festival of Light

A call out has been issued for artists to create digital 3D artworks as part of an augmented reality experience at Scotland’s Festival of Light (SPECTRA). Look Again at Gray’s School of Art is inviting artists to create the artworks for ‘Northern

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Woman dies following Rutherglen crash

A woman has died following a crash in Rutherglen.  Victoria Cairns, 40, from Glasgow, was seriously injured when she was struck by an orange Mitsubishi L200 on the town’s Farmeloan Road on 2 November.  She was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University

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Major trade union removes all college branch officers 'with immediate effect'

One of Scotland’s largest trade unions has removed all branch officers from its Further Education group, The Herald can exclusively reveal. The UNISON Scotland FE Branch has been “placed under Regional Supervision with immediate effect” following

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M8 junction closures announced for repair work in run up to Christmas

Parts of the M8 will be closed in the run up to Christmas as part of plans to carry out refurbishment works. The closures will begin on the night of Monday November 11 to Sunday November 17 with Junction 2 Claylands, near Ratho, closed overnight

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City music venue and bar 'returns to soul food roots' with new smokehouse menu

A Glasgow bar and music venue has 'returned to its soul food roots' with a newly launched Americana-smokehouse menu. St Luke's & the Winged Ox in the city's East End is embracing the colder months by introducing an 'elevated' food offering developed

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Letter of the day: How is that a group of yobs are able to defy law and order?

Another Bonfire Night has come and gone, with yet more disorder around the country. 👉 Read our report here Today one of our readers asks how we got to a state where “two to three dozen recalcitrant wee laddies hold the powers of the state

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Council unveils plans to deliver up to 7,200 affordable homes in Glasgow

A five-year plan to help address Glasgow’s housing emergency has been agreed by Glasgow City Council. The plans, which will now be submitted to the Scottish Government, include the council working with Registered Social Landlords (RSLs) to deliver

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Famous TV series boosts Scottish brewer as it targets growth

Lerwick Brewery, which describes itself as the UK’s most northerly, is targeting major growth, including supply deals with supermarkets. It is aiming to increase its mainland UK sales by 500% within the next three years. The brewery declared it

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9,000 Scots endure 24-hour A&E waits as Labour demands NHS funding boost

Almost 9,000 Scots spent more than a day waiting in A&E departments during the first nine months of this year, according to new statistics uncovered by Scottish Labour. Anas Sarwar shared the figures with MSPs during Thursday’s First Minister

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‘UK’s largest yoga business’ to open new studio in Scottish city

A company described as the UK’s largest yoga business is to open a new studio in Scotland. Hotpod Yoga said it is to open in the Scottish capital, its second studio north of the Border, in two weeks. Located in the Fountain Park complex

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Rory Darge says club success can boost Scotland ahead of South Africa test

Rory Darge believes Glasgow’s United Rugby Championship success last season can have a positive effect on Scotland’s mindset as they bid to topple world champions South Africa at Murrayfield on Sunday. The back-rower was one of several members

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'The situation is stark in Scotland': Conference held to equip churches to stay open

National organisations have united for a 'groundbreaking' Scottish conference to help equip places of worship to remain open.  It comes as the high costs of repairs, dwindling congregation numbers and lack of financial support make the future of

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Scots brewery to close taproom amid 'significant headwinds' for hospitality sector

A Scottish brewery has announced that its taproom will close next month as the hospitality sector faces 'significant headwinds'. Edinburgh-based Vault City Brewing yesterday shared a statement on social media informing followers that the firm's

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Two men arrested from fishing boats for human trafficking offences

Two men have been arrested and charged in relation to human trafficking offences. The arrests were made from fishing boats off the west coast of Scotland on Tuesday, Police Scotland said. A 50-year-old man was arrested from a fishing boat off

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Pensioner killed in Edinburgh bus incident named as family request privacy

The 74-year-old man who died after being struck by a bus in Edinburgh has been named as Michael Leneghan. The man died around 7.25pm on Saturday, November 2 with the police sending out a warning after graphic images appeared online, including individuals

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Why do parents pay for private schools? Because state schools aren't good enough

MICHAEL Sheridan (Letters, November 5) speaks of "the potential of improving its [the government of the day's] prospects of political success by influencing what was taught in the state schools”, for example “apocryphal Scottish history”. To claim,

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Going all out to power a better future

Our mission to power a better future extends far beyond the energy we supply. ScottishPower is always looking for ways to drive positive change across the UK, creating lasting benefits for individuals, communities, and the environment; creating real

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Glasgow Film CEO and festival director Allison Gardner to retire

Well-known cultural leader Allison Gardner has announced she will retire in October 2025 from her dual role as Chief Executive of Glasgow Film and Director of Glasgow Film Festival, after more than 30 years with the organisation. Ms Gardner has

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Get good vibes by winning Oasis tickets for £2.99 ... and donating to charity

THEY are like gold dust but tickets to see Oasis in Edinburgh next year could be won simply by shelling out £2.99 while also helping charity. The tickets are being offered by a local, family run business which aims to spread good vibes throughout

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Careers campaign helps make skills a top priority in Scotland

Scottish Careers Week will give employers the chance to make connections and inspire people to enter their industry Scotland’s national careers campaign can support employers to find the next generation of talent and shape the future of their industry

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Prepare to retire with absolute peace of mind

When it comes to securing a comfortable retirement, it’s vital you speak to the professionals and a major event in Glasgow this month, hosted by Acumen Financial Planning, will allow you to do just that ... In November 2023, financial planning

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FMQs Recap: Swinney pushed on tax hikes and Trump

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'Striking' painting stolen 45 years ago goes on display in Scotland for first time

A striking painting stolen over 40 years ago is to go on display in Scotland for the first time as part of a new exhibition. For the first time ever in Scotland, the National Galleries of Scotland is exhibiting "one of the finest and most significant

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There is only one clear solution to Scottish football’s pyro problem

As plumes of smoke wafted around but not up and out of Hampden Park for the second time in two days, TV broadcasters and fans alike were left twiddling their thumbs. As the minutes ticked by, five in the case of Rangers vs Motherwell and 15 for

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Colleges and young people need each other more than we realise

In the years I’ve spent reporting on education, the closest I’ve come to anything like an epiphany on the subject was when I made my first visit to a college campus. My first college visit in Scotland was to UHI Inverness, and Glasgow Kelvin College

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10 taken to hospital following fire in block of flats

Ten people have been taken to hospital following a fire in a block of flats in Edinburgh. Fire crews were called to the blaze in a ground floor flat on Niddrie Mill Crescent in the Niddrie area at 6.35pm on Wednesday. Police and the ambulance

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DC Singh: Creator of designer brands that are successful all over the world

When discussing icons in the global cashmere industry, one name that consistently stands out is DC Singh. Fashion industry mogul DC Singh is synonymous with luxury, design innovation, and entrepreneurial grit. Born in Punjab, India, DC Singh, millionaire

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Primark announces opening date for new Glasgow store with 200 new jobs

Primark have announced they will open the doors of its new store in Glasgow on Thursday December 5 ahead of the festive push. The much-loved fashion retailer is opening its 21st store in Scotland and it will launch in Glasgow Fort just in time

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MSPs 'deeply concerned' about Scottish Government's approach to finance

A cross-party group of MSPs is “deeply concerned” about the Scottish Government’s lack of a strategic approach to its finances, saying there is little evidence of ministers taking a long-term view of managing the public purse. Holyrood’s Finance

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Premier League clubs set to vote on financial rules amendments

Premier League clubs are set to vote later this month on amendments to the financial rules challenged by Manchester City. The champions had triggered an arbitration hearing by challenging the league’s associated party transaction (APT) rules on

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Luxury beauty brand confirmed for new store at Glasgow shopping centre

Luxury retailer Harrods is set to expand its standalone beauty concept H Beauty with the opening of its second Scottish store in Silverburn. The shopping centre will welcome the famous brand to the site with H Beauty to be located next to the new

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Dollar surges as Trump's decisive victory brings 'solace' to financial markets

The dollar surged yesterday as financial markets reacted positively to Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election, with experts flagging sweeping policy changes likely under the incoming Republican administration. Luke Bartholomew,

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UK Government promise £1.4 billion for local growth projects in Scotland

Nearly £1.4 billion will be spent on dozens of local growth projects in Scotland over the next 10 years, the UK Government has said. Scottish Secretary Ian Murray has written to all 32 local authorities to confirm the greenlit projects. Mr

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Government looking at 'extending reach' of football banning orders to combat pyro use

THE Scottish government is considering “extending the reach” of football banning orders in a bid to combat a concerning increase in the illegal use of pyrotechnics at matches by supporters. The Criminal Law (Consolidation) (Scotland) Act 1995 made

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Herald Diary: But how could they not listen to Scarlett Johansson?

Face the music WHILE he was a student at Glasgow University reader Justin Clapham shared a west end flat with a pal who owned an electric guitar which he proudly placed on a stand in the living room. Nothing strange about that, of course.

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Brian Wilson: Forbes needs to stop grandstanding on energy and answer hard questions

Whatever else has happened since the General Election, there is one manifesto commitment being pursued with relentless vigour. The drive towards renewable energy is well and truly on, and moving at pace. Money is being poured in and obstacles are being

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Rebecca McQuillan: The world is a more dangerous place now. Britain needs Europe

Nausea. Is it the weariness or the shock? Perhaps both. Donald Trump will be the 47th US President and we all have to live with it. Hold your loved ones close. It isn’t anxiety talking but a sober statement of fact to say the world has just become

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Letters: Cowardly Democrats only have themselves to blame

THE Democrats in the USA have suffered a catastrophic defeat to President-elect Trump and the Republicans, and will no doubt blame everybody else or somebody else for this defeat. However they only have themselves to blame and will realise this very

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Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on Trump election win

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

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Fight launched to save listed building from demolition

Conservationists have launched a campaign to save what is left of one of Paisley’s most historic buildings after plans were lodged to tear it down.   The former Territorial Army Halls on the town’s High Street was left a gutted shell after fire

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Glasgow City Council respond to critics of 'disrespectful' headstone safety stickers

Glasgow City Council say its decision to put warning stickers on headstones in graveyards is a last resort after being unable to contact family members over safety concerns. Images appeared online showing headstones with a sticker which said: "

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When Glasgow pupils wanted cleaner air, they turned to their local college

When Peter Brown took over as Director of Curriculum, Skills, and Apprenticeships at Glasgow Kelvin College, he didn’t expect to one day be bravely holding two sheets of metal while a bunch of nine-year-olds blasted it with 3500-degree flames.

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Oxbridge lecturer uses Pokemon to hook pupils on maths

How many Big Macs would Charizard need to fuel a Fire Blast? It sounds like the start of a generic word problem, the type deployed by many a maths teacher to get young people to sit up a little straigher in class. Normally, name-dropping arguably

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Watch as 400 new homes in landmark city development rise from the ground

A landmark homes project in a Scottish city has reached a major milestone. Nearly 400 “next generation” homes moved a step closer as builders marked reaching the highest point of construction. The new build-to-rent neighbourhood in Leith, Edinburgh

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Revival of much-loved Scottish island business in full swing

Arran Sense of Scotland aims to double its turnover in the next three years, targeting export markets and retail openings and continuing to drive its e-commerce sales, having achieved a major turnaround in its fortunes. The beauty and personal care

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English accountancy hails ‘ambitious plans for Scotland expansion’ with raft of hires

An English accountancy firm has hailed a “significant boost” to its expansion in Scotland with a raft of new hires. In the wake of its 11th acquisition in less than two years, the firm that describes its team as “the rebels of accountancy” has

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Hotel named after infamous 'haunted' Scottish castle goes on market

A hotel named after a reputedly haunted Scottish castle has been put on the market. The hotel has a “popular destination bar and restaurant”, seven en-suite letting rooms, a conservatory, function room and beer garden. Cornerstone Business

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Former professional footballer reveals business ambitions

Former professional footballer Jim Rae, who started playing for Dundee FC at the age of 16 in 1985, speaks to Business HQ Monthly about the achievements and ambitions of his docs24 business, and its culture of teamwork. He declares: ‘There is not a

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Scotch whisky industry breaks silence on Trump election win

Scotch whisky distillers have called for “zero-tariff trade of whiskies across the Atlantic” in the wake of Donald Trump’s resounding victory in the US election. Trump’s return to the White House has raised the prospect of the US reintroducing

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Scott Wright: Industry fears grow over £1 billion Budget blow

Much like a football manager eager to move quickly on to the next match following a disappointing result, the thoughts of many in business will now be turning to the Scottish Budget next month. Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered what many perceived

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'It’s just not been done on Barra before... that's the bottom line'

There is an overarching message when you speak to Michael Morrison, co-owner of Isle of Barra Distillers. Underpinning the plans, hopes and dreams that sustain Mr Morrison and wife Katie – who established the business together in 2017 – is a singular

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Spotlight on two things for which Scotland is renowned and island firm revival

It’s been another busy month in politics and business and there certainly has been plenty happening on the corporate and economic fronts. We shine the spotlight on golf and whisky, two things for which Scotland is renowned on the global stage,

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Golf clubs in Scotland facing economic bunkers

The gap between the “haves” and the “have-nots” in Scottish golf is getting wider, according to industry experts, with pressure growing on middle-tier clubs in places such as Glasgow. While proprietary destinations such as Trump International,

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Price increases 'can't be ruled out' at M&S

The boss of Marks & Spencer has warned of potential price increases next year following the tax increases announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in last week's Budget. Stuart Machin said the hike in employers’ National Insurance (NI) contributions

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'Our mission is clear' at Scottish Golf

When I started as CEO of Scottish Golf a little over a year ago, I was determined to meet as many people as possible with first-hand experience of delivering golf in Scotland’s clubs. I needed to learn, listen and understand how golf’s governing body

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Hitting in hope: Scotland's golf clubs under the cosh

While proprietary courses are able to forge ahead with expansion plans, many mid-tier golf clubs in Scotland are now finding their economic outlook a foray into the rough. It's a sport awash in money yet many clubs in the home of golf are once

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Last-minute reprieve for at-risk Highland care home

A vital nursing home in the Highlands has been saved from closure after a deal was struck to take it into public ownership. Moss Park care home in Caol, Lochaber, is to be purchased by Highland Council and NHS Highland after an agreement was reached