Tag: Edinburgh

Top 10 Scottish Cities with Highest Average Annual Salaries in the UKIn a recent study conducted by the Centre for Cities think tank, it has been revealed that workers in two Scottish cities are...

Edinburgh has been identified as one of the top cities in the world for potential investments according to a recent study. The City Competitiveness Redefined Tracker evaluated 63 global cities including major hubs like...

Bobby Gillespie, the lead singer of Primal Scream, recently spoke out against Blur bassist Alex James for socializing with former Tory Prime Minister David Cameron and Jeremy Clarkson back in 2011. In an interview...

Scottish Universities Witness Surge in Local Student EnrollmentA recent report has revealed a significant increase in the number of Scottish students securing spots at universities within the country. According to the latest data from...

A pro-Palestine demonstration in Edinburgh drew thousands of people ahead of the anniversary of the October 7 attacks in Israel. The event was organized by Scottish Friends of Palestine and the Gaza Genocide Emergency...

A section of Newton Street in Glasgow's city center has been shut down due to an ongoing "police incident." The closure extends to the junction with Bath Street, according to the bulletin released by...

A Scottish university is preparing to welcome a groundbreaking light source as part of the European Quantum Light Tour. The tour, spanning 12 countries in Europe, aims to revolutionize the fields of computing and...

Teenager Arrested in Connection with Fatal Hogmanay Crash: A Tragic Incident UnfoldsA tragic incident unfolded in Paisley on Hogmanay when a teenager was arrested following a fatal car crash. Police rushed to Barrhead Road,...

Scotland's First Minister Encourages Participation in Charity Run ChallengeScotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, has recently extended his support and well wishes to individuals partaking in a charity challenge aimed at raising funds for the...

The recent focus on the SNP party infighting has taken center stage in Scottish politics. The controversy arose when several SNP MPs expressed interest in becoming candidates for the Holyrood election, leading to a...

Protester Confesses to Vandalizing Stone of Destiny ExhibitIn a shocking turn of events, 22-year-old Joe Madden has confessed to maliciously damaging a display case containing the revered Stone of Destiny at Edinburgh Castle. The...

Scottish comedian Janey Godley will be making her final tour in two cities as part of her funeral arrangements. She sadly passed away on November 2 after a battle with cancer, a journey that...

Neil Gray's Apology at Holyrood Sparks ControversyHealth Secretary Neil Gray has issued an apology for what he termed an "inadvertent error" in his statements to parliament regarding the documentation of meetings at football matches...

Scotonomics' 2025 Festival of Economics: A Deep Dive into Economic PerspectivesThe buzz is palpable as Scotland's premier festival of economics, Scotonomics, is set to make its grand return in 2025. With a lineup that...

Scotland's New Makar Aims to Preserve Gaelic LanguageScotland has recently appointed a new Makar, Dr. Peter Mackay, who is determined to showcase Gaelic as a "living language of national importance" amid concerns that it...

The Scottish National Party (SNP) has recently launched an ambitious grassroots campaign aimed at uniting supporters of Scottish independence and transforming it into a formidable movement. Through the Yes website, a platform promoted by...

Friends and family of former First Minister Alex Salmond gathered at a memorial service to pay tribute to his life and legacy. The memorial service was a somber yet heartfelt event, with attendees sharing...

Finance Secretary Shona Robison is facing budget constraints, according to experts at the Fraser of Allander Institute. Despite the additional cash Holyrood ministers will receive from the UK Government, there is limited room for...

Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop has announced that the Scottish Government is considering removing free bus passes from individuals who engage in anti-social behavior while on public transportation. This decision comes after the tragic death...

Emergency Legislation Passes at Holyrood to Release Short-Term Prisoners EarlyA new bill has been passed by MSPs in Scotland that will result in the early release of a significant number of short-term prisoners. The...

Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin was disappointed with his team's performance in the thrilling 3-3 draw against Hibernian at Easter Road. He attributed the loss to a lack of control over emotions, especially in the...

The late former Scotland rugby star, Doddie Weir, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) in 2016, founded a charity called My Name'5 Doddie Foundation. This foundation has successfully raised over £18 million...

During the festive season, Aberdeen City Council has decided to make several night buses operating across the city and Aberdeenshire free. This move is aimed at encouraging more people to spend time in the...

Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis shared valuable advice on how to maximize the benefits of smart meters. A recent investigation by the BBC revealed discrepancies in the functionality of smart meters between Scotland...

The memorial service for Alex Salmond has been scheduled to take place at Edinburgh's St Giles' Cathedral on Saturday, November 30, which is St Andrew's Day. This service will give friends and family the...

Scottish Labour has announced Kate Watson as the new general secretary, taking over from John-Paul McHugh after this year's general election. Kate Watson, who previously served as Anas Sarwar's chief of staff, brings a...

A tragic accident occurred on the Edinburgh bypass involving three vehicles. The vehicles involved were a grey Volkswagen Transporter campervan, a grey Volkswagen Tiguan, and a red Vauxhall Corsa. The collision took place on...