Posts Tagged ‘jobs’
Our whisky challenge has reached its first stage
Welcome to the first stage in this year’s Scottish Field Whisky Challenge. Now in its 19th year, the Challenge has established itself as an important barometer for what’s going on in the Scottish whisky industry. Even amidst the uncertainties of Brexit, the industry is in rude health. A truly global drink, the latest figures from…
Read MoreSchool introduces new iDEAs to upskill community
Lomond School has welcomed a new programme that encourages people of all ages to develop their digital skills from coding and automation, to GDPR, fake news and cyber security. As part of its commitment to lifelong learning, the online platform, The Duke of York Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award (iDEA), has been launched within the school,…
Read MoreSocial issues at the heart of new mystery novel
Runaway is the third installment of MacLeary’s Harcus and Laird series, and is a unique read for enthusiasts of crime fiction. Two ordinary middle-aged women attempt to run their own private investigative agency while balancing part-time jobs and family life, with their latest intriguing case revolving around a missing housewife who mysteriously disappears without a…
Read MoreThree Sisters Bake up cakes in the city
Scotland’s famous baking sisterhood, Three Sisters Bake, has arrived on Great Western Road in Glasgow with its latest venture – Cake Bar. The new take-away and sweet treat destination is set to be the most instagrammable café in Glasgow, complete with neon signs and flower installations and of course, cake. Cake Bar will offer ice-cream…
Read MoreEdinburgh one of the best cities for freelancers
Edinburgh is one of the best locations for people to work in as a freelancer, according to a new survey. Freelancing is popular with those adopting the lifestyle, with 60 per cent believing freelancing is a good career move With the option of flexible hours, working from home and being your own boss, it’s no…
Read MoreThe origins of the tweed sports jacket
Archie Hume of A Hume Country Clothing traces the origins of the modern sports jacket and the key role it plays in country life. The modern sports jacket is a wardrobe essential for the country gent. Every man should have at least one, if not several. I’d be ashamed to admit how many beautifully made…
Read MoreHampton by Hilton brings Christmas cheer
The Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport has been spreading festive joy before opening this month, and creating nearly 50 new jobs in the city. As the final touches are being made, the hotel’s Heart of House team have been busy bringing the ‘Hamptonality’ personality to life, helping tired travellers and stressed shoppers. From the hotel’s…
Read MoreWhy meat is good for you – and the environment
Eating red meat sourced from Scotland is good for your health. That’s the view of Quality Meat Scotland and the Institute for Global Food Security, who also cite the nation’s farming and geography as helping the environment, rather than damaging it. Their statements come after a Committee on Climate Change (CCC) Report. Kate Rowell, chair…
Read MoreMore houses go for over £500K on Highland property market
The Highland property market continues to hold strong, according to independent property consultancy Galbraith. They say they are witnessing more activity in the north of Scotland primarily driven by increased investment in the area. The firm’s report for the third quarter of 2018 (July – September) showed that the number of sales conducted by the…
Read MoreCrofters give their backing to rockets galore
Plans for the UK’s first spaceport to blast off in north-west Scotland have taken a major step forward. Melness Crofters Estate (MCE), who own the prospective launch site for small satellites, on the Moine near Tongue in Sutherland, have confirmed their intention to work with development agency Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) towards agreeing heads…
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