Chill out: Scots neighbours left feeling frosty after disagreement over age-old childhood winter tradition
SCOTS neighbours have been left with an icy tension between them after a disagreement over a cheeky childhood winter tradition. Robynn Grant aired her grievances earlier this week after finding that a child had scrawled their name on the layer of frost on her car. However, locals were quick to lament the incident as children […]
Shocking video sees London cabby launch bizarre rant at cyclist who catches him using phone at the wheel
A SHOCKING video sees a London black cab driver launching a bizarre rant at a cyclist who caught him using his phone at the wheel. The cabby was caught by the unnamed cyclist during his commute along Baker Street in central London last Wednesday whilst stopped at a red light. After noticing he’d been nabbed […]
Brits left offended by snap of Guinness and Blue WKD mix that “probably tastes like a club floor”
BRITS have been left offended after a snap emerged of a bizarre drinking concoction of Guinness and Blue WKD. The left-of-field cocktail consists of the deep ruby red of the world-famous Irish stout and the electric blue of the club favourite alcopop. Poured into a traditional Guinness glass, the bottom half of the drink consists […]
Watch the moment cyclist stands his ground against cheeky motorist who tries to skip traffic by using bike lane
THIS is the moment a cyclist stands his ground against a cheeky motorist who attempts to skip a queue of traffic by using a bike lane. The cyclist – known online as James Bikelover – was en-route down Ellison Road in south London yesterday morning when he was met by the brazen driver. With the […]
Edinburgh set to host first VisitBritain conference next year
EDINBURGH International Conference Centre (EICC) will be host to VisitBritain’s first Association Conference in February 2024. The conference will facilitate connections between association meeting planners, professional suppliers, and decision-makers from British cities and convention bureaus. Hosted in partnership with MeetEngland, Meet in Wales and VisitScotland Business Events, the event will focus on how conferences can […]
Forth Ports announces Stuart Wallace as new CEO
SCOTTISH ports operator Forth Ports’ has announced a change in CEO as Charles Hammond OBE steps down from his role next year. His successor will be Stuart Wallace, who is currently the company’s chief operating officer. Charles will work closely with Stuart over the next six months to ensure a smooth transition prior to Charles […]
Scottish recycled brick maker Kenoteq on display at COP28
SCOTS company Kenoteq built a brick wall using construction waste which is being used as a centrepiece of one of the major showcase spaces at COP28. The wall is built from a total of 7,000 bricks made using recycled waste from the construction industry. It is paired with a living wall containing greenery, giving Dubai […]
Aquaculture research to receive funding boost in 2024
INNOVATIVE aquaculture projects are set to benefit from funding for research into fish health and wellbeing initiatives in 2024. With a combined total value of more than £860,000, the funded projects have secured over £300,000 from the Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) with additional support being provided by commercial partners. Research will kick off in […]
Scotland’s new reindeer centre opens in time for Christmas
SCOTTISH county Caithness sees the successful opening the doors of its new reindeer centre in time for the holiday season. Lichen Caithness is home to Sven, Levvi and Mr Antlers, who are the UK’s most northerly reindeer. The animals are the stars of the centre’s daily reindeer experiences, which give visitors the chance to learn […]
Flaws remain in licensing proposals for grouse shooting
SCOTTISH rural businesses continue to hold ‘grave concerns’ regarding the operation of the proposed licensing scheme for grouse shooting. Scottish Land & Estates made these comments following the Stage 1 debate on the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Bill in the Scottish Parliament. They said that the licensing scheme as it stands is ‘disproportionate and […]