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Delivering warmer homes and lower energy bills to tenants
21st February 2025From today, tenants in nine homes in Edinburgh will benefit from major energy upgrades to improve living standards and lower energy bills. The homes, located in the southeast of the city, boast an Energy Performance Certificate ‘B’ rating after a series of improvements including External Wall Insulation (EWI) and window…
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Edinburgh Student’s Sweet Fundraising Push for London Marathon Challenge
21st February 2025Edinburgh University student and lifeguard Alexandra Ogilvie is heating up her marathon fundraising efforts with a community bake sale at Leith Victoria Swim Centre on February 22nd, 2025. The event marks a key milestone in her journey to raise £2,000 for Edinburgh Leisure’s Active Communities programme ahead of her London…
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Miller Homes supports Community Renewal Trust in Edinburgh with funding boost
21st February 2025Miller Homes Scotland East is supporting Community Renewal Trust in Edinburgh with its Community Fund initiative by donating £1,000 to The Pennywell Pantry, run by Community Renewal Trust. The pantry, established in 2020, offers members of the community the opportunity to purchase a variety of food and household essentials at…
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Councillors agree record spend on primary schools and extra support for social care
21st February 2025Millions of pounds will be spent on protecting and improving schools and crucial frontline services in Edinburgh. Setting our budget today (Thursday 20 February) Councillors identified a £1.8bn spending programme focused on investing in services for children, older residents and those most in need of our support. An increase in…
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‘I’m Ahead of My University Peers’ says Apprentice In reference to National Apprenticeship Week (10-16 February)
20th February 2025Edinburgh, Scotland –A new generation of ambitious individuals will soon graduate from The Scotch Whisky Experience’s apprenticeship programme. The renowned initiative is a springboard to senior level careers in the whisky and tourism industries, while offering opportunities to affect change at an award-winning organisation. Gregor MacDonald, now Visitor Experience Manager,…
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What is CyberScotland Week?
20th February 2025Individuals, businesses, and community groups across Scotland are invited to sign up to events happening during CyberScotland Week 2025, running from 24 February to 2 March. The theme for the week, “Can’t hack it?!?”, focuses on simple, everyday actions that can enhance cyber resilience for individuals and organisations alike. There…
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FORTH PORTS STRENGTHENS EXEC BOARD WITH APPOINTMENT OF TWO REGIONAL DIRECTORS
20th February 2025Forth Ports Limited, the UK ports group with eight ports on the UK’s strategic estuaries – the Thames, the Forth and the Tay – announces the promotion of David Webster and Derek Knox to newly created Regional Director roles. To enhance the growing business and drive Forth Ports’ long-term success…
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Inheritance Tax Shake-Up: What the October Budget Means for You
20th February 2025It is safe to say the October budget caused a bit of a stir. The impact of National Insurance on employers and Inheritance Tax (IHT) on farmers grabbed many of the headlines, however, many more individuals will be impacted. As of 2027, pensions will now form part of an individual’s…
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Gifting in the UK to Mitigate Inheritance Tax (IHT)
20th February 2025Inheritance Tax (IHT) can be a significant burden on families when wealth is passed down through generations. The tax at 40% is levied on estates over £325,000 and can take a large portion of the estates’ value if not properly planned for. However, one of the most effective ways to…
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Major Reform to Scots Law: The Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act 2023
20th February 2025The Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act 2023 (“the Act”) introduces transformative changes to Scots law governing commercial transactions. Coming into force on 1 April 2025, the Act modernises how businesses transfer rights and create security over moveable property such as stock, equipment, intellectual property, and financial instruments. The Current Challenges Under current…
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