Scot shares snap of bizarre marine creature washed up on Cornwall beach
A SCOT has shared the incredible snap he took of a bizarre marine creature that had washed up on the sands of a UK beach. Iain Davidson had been taking a dip in the sea by Northcott, Cornwall on Sunday, when he noticed a curious creature bobbing in the water near him. Iain was taken […]
CB Technology revenues increase 36% with significant growth in staff
SCOTLAND’S largest independent electronics contract manufacturer, CB Technology, has delivered a 36% increase in turnover for 2022-23, taking its revenues to £14.3 million. CB Technology’s revenues have increased 500% since the successful management buy-in backed by Maven Capital Partners in 2015. The Livingston-based electronics manufacturing service (EMS) provider remains on track to achieve its £20m […]
Scots teacher’s raises incredible £2k in fundraiser to support mental health
A SCOTS teacher has raised an incredible £1,600 in support of local children receiving quality mental health and social emotional learning support. Kate McGarrity raised the money after hosting a fundraiser at Goals in Shawlands, Glasgow last weekend. Kate McGarrity (left), from Riverbank Primary, at her fundraising event along with Katrina McGovern, the Barnardo’s Programme […]
England named most-prepared home nation for digital readiness
ENGLAND has been named as the most-prepared home nation for digital readiness according to its new benchmarking framework. The Digital Connectivity Readiness Index (DCRI) supports UK policy makers and digital leaders in enhancing their digital connectivity strategies by scoring a range of infrastructure and digital adoption metrics to identify gaps and opportunities. England topped the […]
Pharmaceutical company launches UK approved dermatology products
A BRITISH-based pharmaceutical business has acquired two UK approved dermatology products. Kelso Pharma has launched into the specialty of Dermatology with prescription medicines for the treatment of actinic keratoses and plaque psoriasis. The two dermatology products, purchased from an organisation within the Dermapharm Group, represent a move in another direction for Kelso Pharma as the […]
Funding secured to extend programme enhancing Scotland’s IOT capabilities
A SCOTS business support initiative, designed to boost the adoption of cyber-secure Internet of Things (IoT) technologies among SMEs, has secured additional funding to reach more companies from across a range of sectors vital to the Scottish economy. IoT Secure – led by IoT experts at CENSIS, Scotland’s innovation centre for sensing, imaging, and IoT […]
British charity advises on how to reduce harm to hedgehogs in lead up to Bonfire Night
THE BRITISH Hedgehog Preservation Society (BHPS) has issued top tips on how best to reduce the risk of harming hedgehogs this bonfire night. Founded in 1982, the BHPS is dedicated to protecting the wellbeing of hedgehogs native to the UK. Pictured: A hedgehog. Image from Unsplash.com/Piotr ?askawski. Through their campaigns, the BHPS dedicates itself to […]
Edinburgh hotel toasts to the next generation of surgeons
Graduates invited to check in on celebrations AN EDINBURGH hotel is celebrating the city’s latest class of medical graduates who will soon embark on careers in surgery with an exclusive offer. Medical graduates and their families who book directly with Ten Hill Place Hotel for winter graduations, will receive a complimentary perfect serve of 1505 […]
Housing provider strengthens Board with new Chair
Former Care Inspectorate Chair appointed to drive ambitious growth A LEADING Scottish housing provider has bolstered its Board with the appointment of a new Chair. Paul will play a pivotal role in guiding Bield’s new Corporate Strategy and Business Plan, steering the organisation towards its goal of meeting Scotland’s urgent housing needs, as well as […]
Scottish gift cards help communities through cost of living crisis
SCOTLAND Loves Local gift cards are being used by organisations across the country to support families, regional economies and local businesses. The action to provide financial support to people when they need it most is being championed by charities, social enterprises and local authorities. A 30-minute lunchtime webinar, ‘The Local Revolution: Connecting with Communities Using the […]