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Nine in 10 Scots support protecting fishing fleets
Sector recognised as vital to food security, economy and coastal communities Elspeth Macdonald, Chief Executive AN OVERWHELMING majority of Scots believe fishing fleets should be safeguarded as seas become more crowded with the emergence of offshore wind and renewables, according to a new survey. A poll of 1,000 adults by the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) underscores strong […]
A taste of the Caribbean comes to Glasgow
GLASGOW will see the opening of popular Caribbean bar and restaurant Turtle Bay later this year, marking its first location in Scotland. The expansion comes following Turtle Bay’s success in England and Wales, with Glasgow marking the 52nd location since the brand was established in 2010. Located at 130 St Vincent St, Glasgow, Turtle Bay will be bringing its signature Caribbean-inspired menu, tropical […]
Green light for affording housing development at Newcraighall
A RESIDENTIAL development in Musselburgh has been granted by councillors on City of Edinburgh Council’s development management sub-committee. The site, to be developed by housing specialists Cullross Ltd, will see 220 mixed-residential units brought to the area, located east of Glennie Road. Flats, colony flats, and townhouses are included in the plans, with 163 of […]
Scots legal firm ups staff numbers with new paralegal division
SCOTS legal firm Complete Clarity Solicitors and Simplicity Legal has revealed a bump in staff numbers. The Glasgow-based firm has upped staff numbers from 22 in September 2022 to 34 last month, increasing its total headcount by 54.5%. The increase has been driven by the firm’s creation of a paralegal division. The role of a paralegal […]
Progeny announces acquisition of Carbon Financial Partners
MULTI-disciplinary professional services firm Progeny has announced plans to acquire Chartered financial advice firm Carbon Financial Partners. The deal will add £600m to Progeny’s assets under management. Carbon Financial Partners is a firm of Chartered financial planners, with a team of 45 staff across offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Perth. The company offers a […]
Scots charity renews partnership with Loganair
SCOTS charity Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) has renewed its partnership with the UK airline Loganair for a third year. Loganair has been the official airline partner for CHAS since 2021, providing free flights across its network for the charity’s care team. The partnership enables the delivery of specialist nursing care to families who live […]
Edinburgh Napier University celebrates class of ‘23 with its very own beer and pub
EDINBURGH Napier University is celebrating its 2023 graduates with its own beer as the university once again takes over one of the city’s oldest pubs. Over 1,900 students and 6,600 guests will make their way to the Usher Hall in Edinburgh to attend their graduation ceremony. Shakespeare’s on Lothian Road is rebranding as The Napier Graduate in […]
Scottish campervan firm accredited as Living Hours employer
Converter company becomes first employer based in East Lothian to gain the accreditation A CAMPERVAN converter company has become the latest accredited Living Hours employer in Scotland demonstrating its commitment to fair work practices. Jerba Campervans will now offer its staff a minimum of 16 contracted hours per week, unless the employee requests otherwise. Employees will […]
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 […]
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 […]