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 […]
Fundraiser to “buy a beer” for hero who used crane to save man from burning building approaches £9k
A FUNDRAISER set up to “buy a beer” for the hero who used a crane to save a man from a burning building has raised nearly £9,000. Glen Edwards became an instant lifesaver after lowering a crane down to a high-rise at One Station Hill in Reading, Berkshire last Thursday where a colleague was surrounded […]
Janey Godley falls victim to further online trolling after “vile individual” shares sickening edited images
SCOTS comedian Janey Godley has been subject to further online trolling from a “vile individual” who shared sickening edited images joking that Godley had died. The 62-year-old comedian and cancer fighter claimed last month how she had been left “broken” after a social media user made her the victim of a cruel joke. Many stood […]
Amateur Scots photographer captures gorgeous snaps of bird of prey visiting Edinburgh park
AN AMATEUR Scots photographer has captured gorgeous snaps of a bird of prey framed by the moonlight in an Edinburgh park. Holly Taylor was ambling through Saughton Park in Gorgie, Edinburgh last week when she noticed a female kestrel sitting in a nearby tree. The 46-year-old was left in awe of the powerful bird of […]
House-hunters left baffled by “crack den” up for sale for whopping £200k
HOUSE-HUNTERS have been left baffled by a decrepit property deemed a “crack den” up for sale for a whopping £200,000. The house, located in Southampton, Hampshire is offered via auction by Pattinson Estate Agency and comes with “all items left inside”. Buyers will, however, have a mega clean-up job on their hands though as the […]
Disgraced GB News presenter “hits rock bottom” after being spotted punting £32-a-go personalised videos online
DISGRACED GB News presenter Calvin Robinson has been spotted punting personalised video messages to fans at £32 each, almost two months on from his sacking. Robinson was fired from GB News in October after speaking out in favour of fellow host Laurence Fox who had, at the time, been suspended for misogynistic comments made about […]