Tag: Scotland
Scottish Whisky Partners with Formula 1’s Scuderia Ferrari
A luxury Scotch whisky has recently been named the "official team partner" of the Scuderia Ferrari HP Formula 1 team in a new global multi-year partnership. This exciting collaboration between Chivas Regal and the...
Impact of SNP Tax Policy on Revenues: Uncertainty Revealed by Think Tank
Researchers from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) have recently highlighted the uncertainty surrounding the impact of the SNP tax policy on government revenues in Scotland. The IFS experts conducted an analysis of research...
Interview with Alex Mair: Launching Grampian TV 60+ Years Ago
Alex Mair, a 102-year-old resident of a care home in Aberdeen, recently celebrated his birthday with a party where he shared stories about his involvement in launching Grampian TV back in September 1961. Despite...
Aberdeen Manager Jimmy Thelin Highlights Assistant Roles Bajrami and Persson
New Aberdeen manager, Jimmy Thelin, is not alone in his mission to bring glory back to the club. His assistants, Emir Bajrami and Christer Persson, have been instrumental in the team's success so far....
Top Scottish Hotels Shine at British Awards: See Who Made the Cut
Three Scottish hotels were recently recognized for their excellence at The Good Hotel Guide's 2025 César awards. The Good Hotel Guide, in its 48th year, prides itself on being the only truly independent hotel...
Highland League Transfer News: Rothes and Lossiemouth Signings Update
Rothes Football Club has made a significant signing by bringing in Andrew Skinner from Forres Mechanics. Skinner, a versatile player who can operate as a right-back or in central midfield, is expected to bring...
Stephen Flynn’s ‘Double Jobbing’ Aberdeen Election Plan Faces SNP Backlash
Stephen Flynn, the SNP Westminster leader, is facing backlash within his party after announcing his intention to run for a seat in both Holyrood and Westminster. The SNP had previously changed its rules to...
Free Night Buses in Scottish City for Festive Season
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...
Buckie Funeral Director’s Redevelopment Plan for Church of Christ Building
A local undertaker in Buckie, Laura Wood, has purchased the former Church of Christ building at Cluny Terrace with plans to expand her funeral home business and make the space available to the community....
Alex Salmond Memorial Service Date Announced
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...
Ross County Captain Connor Randall on Staggies’ Resilience After Loss to Dundee United
Ross County faced a tough defeat against Dundee United, losing 3-0 in their recent match. Despite a strong first half, the team struggled in the second half, allowing the opposition to score crucial goals....
Anas Sarwar’s Chief of Staff Named Top Scottish Labour Leader
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...
Key Points and Don Cowie Reaction: Dundee United’s 3-0 Victory Over Ross County
Dundee United secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Ross County, with goals from Luca Stephenson, Sam Dalby, and Owen Stirton. Despite an even first half, County struggled to find their attacking spark in the...
Autumn Street Style: 6 Fashionable Shoppers in Bon Accord Aberdeen
As autumn settles in and winter approaches, it's time to take a peek at the latest fashion trends in Bon Accord Aberdeen. We caught up with some stylish shoppers to see what they're sporting...
Scottish Conservative Peer Admits Drink-Driving Offense: What Happens Next?
Scottish Conservative Peer Admits Drink-Driving Offense: What Happens Next?A Scottish Conservative peer named Alexander Scrymgeour, also known as the Earl of Dundee, has admitted to driving under the influence of alcohol. He confessed to...
Housebuilder acquires Stewart Milne Aberdeen site: What to expect and timeline updates
Milestone Developments, a housebuilder based in Ayrshire, has recently acquired the former Stewart Milne site in Charleston, Cove, as well as another unfinished site in Monarch's Rise in Arbroath. This move comes after Stewart...
Tragic Collision on Edinburgh Bypass Claims Life of 53-Year-Old Man
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...
End of 20-Year Christmas Lights Tradition in Keith Due to Road Network Red Tape
Organizers of the Christmas lights display in Keith have faced a setback this year due to new regulations from Transport Scotland. These rules now require the installation of festive fixtures by specialist contractors, resulting...
Caught on Camera: Peterhead Explosion Shaking Houses
On November 5, 2024, around 10:40 pm, a shocking incident unfolded in Peterhead when an explosion occurred near Meethill Skate Park. The explosion was so powerful that it caused houses in the area to...
Opposition Urged Against English Tuition Fee Hike by Greens
Scottish Green MSP Ross Greer has urged Anas Sarwar to oppose the hike to English tuition fees and make sure his MPs do the same. This is to address concerns that fees might return...
Teen Driver Receives Ban and Community Service After Peterhead Police Chase
A 17-year-old boy from Fraserburgh has been banned from driving and ordered to do community service after a reckless police chase in Peterhead. The boy, whose identity is protected by law, admitted to dangerous...
Ex-Scotland Rugby Captain Stuart Hogg Acknowledges Domestic Abuse – Insights & Impact
Former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg has admitted to one count of domestic abuse against his estranged wife, Gillian, at Selkirk Sheriff Court. The charges include shouting, swearing, and engaging in abusive behavior towards...
Chancellor announces UK Budget with additional £3.4bn for Scotland
The Chancellor of the Exchequer recently announced the UK Budget, which includes an additional £3.4 billion for Scotland. This funding is expected to support various initiatives and projects in Scotland, contributing to the country's...
Scottish University’s Lessons for King Charles on Slavery Reparations
At a recent summit of Commonwealth leaders, King Charles acknowledged the painful aspects of Britain's history, but reparations for slavery were not addressed. However, according to Professor Geoff Palmer of Heriot-Watt University, there are...
Black Isle Ploughing Contest Highlights Scotland’s Vintage Tractors
The Scottish Ploughing Championships are always a highly anticipated event, and this year's 60th-anniversary competition at Newmore Farm near Invergordon promises to be no exception. With a total of 113 competitors across 17 different...
Analog Photobooth in Scotland: A Unique Experience for the Public
Stills Centre for Photography in Edinburgh is now home to Scotland's only analogue photobooth, known as the Stillsautomat. This vintage-style photobooth has a rich history dating back to 1925 and was once popular among...
Scotland’s Clean Energy Leadership Discussed in Germany
Scottish Labour group leader, Anas Sarwar, is heading to Germany to discuss Scotland's potential to lead in clean energy. He is set to meet with representatives from EnBW, a publicly owned energy company with...
Scotland is a Country, Not a County: Alex Salmond’s Final Message
Alex Salmond's recent social media post before his passing reiterated a sentiment he felt strongly about: Scotland is a country, not a county. This declaration came in the wake of his death, which was...
Rod Stewart’s Touring Drummer Opens Recording Studio in Scotland
Ryan Hassan, a talented Scottish drummer who has toured with Rod Stewart, has recently opened his own recording studio in Scotland. Growing up in a council flat in Paisley, Hassan discovered his passion for...
Flooding Alert Continues in Scotland Due to Heavy Rainfall
A flood alert remains in place in Scotland as heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to hit the UK.As of Wednesday morning, there were 79 alerts warning of possible flooding across the UK, with...