UK Must Reform For Challenging New Trade Era

UK Must Reform For Challenging New Trade Era

A new Global Britain report from the British Chambers of Commerce is urging the Government to get the UK match fit for a more fractious era in trade. The report has 26 recommendations focussed on export growth, trade alliances, investment and economic diplomacy, regulatory reform and infrastructure. Its top asks…

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CAST ANNOUNCED FOR FIRST FULL UK TOUR OF GHOST STORIES

Casting is today announced for Jeremy Dyson and Andy Nyman’s worldwide cult phenomenon Ghost Stories, which is set to embark on its first full UK national tour opening at Churchill Theatre, Bromley on Friday 17 January 2025. Dan Tetsell (Rivals, Disney+) will play Professor Goodman, David Cardy (Birds of a…

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Scottish Budget ADS changes once again wrong-foot the property investment market – Gilson Gray comments on Scottish Budget

Gregor Duthie, legal director at Gilson Gray, said: “The Scottish Budget announcement has once again wrong-footed the property investment market overnight. The rate of Additional Dwelling Supplement (ADS) has been increased from 6% to 8% with immediate effect. Whilst the headlines refer to additional charges on ‘second homeowners’, the scope…

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Aberdein Considine reacts to Scottish Government’s planned £150m investment into offshore wind supply chain

Rod Hutchison, Partner and Energy Sector Lead at Aberdein Considine, welcomed the Scottish government’s plans to treble its investment in the offshore wind sector in 2025.   He said: “Shona Robinson’s draft 2025/26 Scottish Budget has earmarked £150 million in additional investment for the offshore wind sector and its supply…

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Paul Greenhill promoted to partner in BTO real estate team

BTO is pleased to announce the promotion of Paul Greenhill to partner within its Real Estate team. A dual-qualified lawyer in Scots and English law, Paul has built an exceptional reputation for delivering tailored, strategic advice across a range of real estate matters. His expertise and client-focused approach have earned…

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SP ENERGY NETWORKS TEAMS UP WITH FEDERATION OF WINDOW CLEANERS TO SHARE TOP SAFETY TIPS

Electricity network operator SP Energy Networks has teamed up with the Federation of Window Cleaners to share vital safety messages on the potential dangers of working near overhead power lines and practical tips on how to stay safe when going about day-to-day window-cleaning duties. The Federation – which has been…

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Forever Edinburgh partners with local tourism businesses and One City Trust to deliver a new Give Back campaign for Edinburgh residents

Forever Edinburgh has unveiled a new charity drive today, which will see it collaborate with local tourism businesses to provide hundreds of free experiences to those most in need this festive season and beyond. ‘Resident Rewards Edinburgh Gives Back’ is being delivered via Forever Edinburgh’s ‘Resident Rewards Edinburgh’ programme, local…

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Gillespie Macandrew donates record £51,000 to its charity partners

Scottish law firm Gillespie Macandrew has recently donated a record £51,000 to charity as part of its annual commitment to its charity partners, in alignment with the firm’s active ESG strategy.  This donation to the Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity (ECHC) and Alzheimer Scotland represents one of the largest acts of…

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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo to mark 75th Anniversary with Show celebrating The Heroes Who Made us

The 2025 Show will celebrate heroes, showcasing the story of the Tattoo and those wider society who provide the heartbeat for communities across the UK A storyteller will join the cast, bring a modern twist to narration for the 75th anniversary  The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo will use its 75th anniversary to…

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New website launched for £1.3bn regeneration in the Capital

For those interested in living, working in or visiting the new sustainable coastal town being created at Granton Waterfront in north Edinburgh a new website for the area has today been launched by the Council. The £1.3bn regeneration project is the biggest of its kind in Scotland. As well as many…

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