Developer urges house hunters to secure new-builds before Christmas
Home builder says brand new properties can be ready to move into within just four weeks A LEADING Scottish homebuilder is urging house hunters to secure a new ready-made home in time for Christmas. Renowned developer Dundas says its high-quality homes in Uphall Station, West Lothian provide an ideal opportunity for those who have struggled […]
Travel agency takes flight after employees’ talent recognised
AN EDINBURGH based venue is highlighting its diverse workforce as part of Scottish Careers Week, after one employee helped spark the founding of a new division of the business. With a wide portfolio of businesses including a luxury hotel and city centre cafe, Surgeons Quarter, the commercial arm of The Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh […]
Young surfer set to compete at championships in Rio de Janeiro
SCOTLAND’S young surfing star Olivia McKay will compete at championships in Rio de Janeiro this month with support from two local businesses. Olivia, 16, is currently the girls under 18 Scottish National Champion, winning her title at Brim Ness earlier this year despite only starting surfing in 2020. Directors of GMG Energy and Melvich Bay Caravan Park have contributed […]
Canadian hilariously hails first Wetherspoon experience as a “ten out of ten”
A CANADIAN woman has hilariously hailed her first experience of a Wetherspoons boozer as a “ten out of ten”. Jenna Bennett visited her local branch of the popular gastropub – colloquially referred to as Spoons – last week in a mission to try their popular chicken wings. The artist, originally from Toronto, moved to London […]
Amir Khan’s wife shares eerie WhatsApp message warning of “severe consequences” if she continues supporting Palestine
AMIR KHAN’s wife has shared the eerie WhatsApp message she allegedly received from Israeli agents warning of the “severe consequences” she will face if she continues supporting Palestine. Faryal Makhdoom shared the message online with followers last night revealing that she had been allegedly threatened by anonymous personnel. The 32-year-old has been prolific in her […]
Deaf Brit slams UK trains as “inaccessible” after being forced to use Instagram to decipher cancellation announcement
A DEAF Brit has slammed the UK train services as “inaccessible”, after being forced to use Instagram’s automatic captions to decipher an otherwise-unheard cancellation announcement. Kirsty-Jade was travelling to the Deaf Rave festival in London with her partner – who is also deaf – last month when their train from Leeds experienced technical issues. Whilst […]
Scots WWE superstar Drew McIntyre promises Buckfast and Irn-Bru-packed open bus tour of Glasgow if he wins Championship
SCOTS wrestling superstar Drew McIntyre has made a promise if he wins the World Heavyweight Championship. The wrestler hails from Ayr but performs under World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), where he previously won the Championship after beating Brock Lesnar – but had no celebrations due to Covid. However, the 38-year-old was back in Glasgow with WWE […]
Scotland lights up green in support of the NSPCC this Christmas
SCOTTISH landmarks are set to light up green on the longest night of the year in support of the NSPCC as the charity hosts a Walk for Children. The illuminated spectacle is in support of the children’s charity and the help it provides young people in their darkest hours. Landmarks including the Falkirk Wheel, Glasgow […]
Charity fund launched for “the world’s loneliest sheep”
SCOTTISH charities will benefit from donations following the successful rescue of a sheep stranded at the foot of cliffs in the Highlands. The fund has been set up by the farmers involved in her rescue in response to a tidal wave of goodwill from the public. This has included many offers of donations following coverage […]
Jobs boost as Cox & Co expands its estate agency division
SCOTLAND’S first property investment house Cox & Co has expanded its operation to include an estate agency division. The new arm of the Edinburgh-based business has five brokers, with staffing set to quadruple in the next 24 months as the firm extends across the country. The new team includes property professionals Moni Tagore, Jenny Purves, […]