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LNER Launches Poppy Train ‘Thank You’ In Recognition Of Those Who Have Served
22nd October 2024LNER is proud to name an Azuma train in recognition of those who have served and continue to serve. ‘Thank You’ is joining the fleet as Remembrance Day approaches. Wrapped in a poppy design, Azuma unit 800111 will travel the East Coast Main Line as a poignant reminder of those…
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Role for Edinburgh Napier construction expertise in new net zero buildings centre
22nd October 2024The new Centre for Net Zero High Density Buildings is backed by UK government funding Date posted 8 October 2024 12:05 Edinburgh Napier University (ENU) researchers will play a part in a major new investment to grow green industries across the UK. The new Centre for Net Zero High Density…
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Centre to accelerate net-zero buildings for cities
22nd October 2024An initiative that aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions from densely packed buildings in UK cities and towns has won a £4.5 million funding boost from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The new Centre for Net-Zero High Density Buildings will investigate how to make buildings in heavily populated areas more…
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ALMOST £1M OF FUNDING SECURED FOR SP ENERGY NETWORKS INNOVATION PROJECTS
22nd October 2024SP Energy Networks has secured nearly £1m of funding from Ofgem’s Strategic Innovation Fund, managed in partnership with Innovate UK, to move two of its project, Equiflex and LVOE, into their next stage. The two projects look to address key challenges facing the electricity network and its customers as the…
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Heriot-Watt accelerates its net zero journey with pilot heat decarbonisation project
22nd October 2024Heriot-Watt students at the Edinburgh campus’ Lord Home Hall residence are set to benefit from sustainability upgrades that will see an air source heat pump installed to offer zero direct emission heating. The 1990s residence hall provides 190 single rooms and 10 studio rooms, representing 10% of accommodation available for…
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Report launch – Employer engagement with colleges and how colleges support business with the adoption and diffusion of innovation
22nd October 2024A report delving into the critical role Scotland’s colleges can play in driving innovation within small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) has been launched at an event held at Edinburgh College today (Thursday 17 October). The College Innovation Network (CIN) has published its report titled ‘Employer engagement with colleges and the…
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WJM expert provides critical guidance as new Employment Rights Bill promises major shake-up
21st October 2024The publication of the new Employment Rights Bill is set to cause ‘fundamental changes’ for UK employers and employees. The new bill, set out by the Labour government last week, has delivered on its pre-election promises, and thrown in a couple of surprises into the bargain. Employment law expert Liam…
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Clean Heat Expert Support
21st October 2024Are you looking to diversify your business into the Clean Heat sector but not sure how? Clean Heat Expert Support is a new service offered by Scottish Enterprise, Highlands and Islands Enterprise and South of Scotland Enterprise. This service will provide companies with 3 days of free consultancy support. Clean…
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New volunteer strategy launched for city’s biggest sport and leisure provider
18th October 2024Edinburgh Leisure, the city’s largest provider of sports and leisure services across the Scottish capital has launched a new Volunteer Strategy for 2024-2027. Volunteers are the heart of Edinburgh Leisure’s Active Communities programme. Their 187 dedicated volunteers make a huge impact, making it possible to deliver over 160 health and…
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Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie and Irwin Mitchell host Indonesian Embassy event as former Scottish Labour leader points to business opportunities in Southeast Asia
17th October 2024Leading Scottish law firm Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM) and Irwin Mitchell Scotland recently hosted a special Indonesian Business Outreach Event at its Glasgow office, enabling business relations to flourish. The seminar, titled ‘Gateway to Southeast Asia: Unlocking Indonesia’s Market Potential’ featured a host of distinguished speakers, including His…
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