Governments Back Inverness Castle Investment Despite Losses
Governments stand by Inverness Castle investment despite an expected £1.6 million first-year loss and lower-than-forecast visitor numbers.
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Scotland Offshore Wind at Risk Ahead of UK Energy Plans
Scotland’s offshore wind sector faces risks of delay, cuts or cancellation as UK energy plans could affect ScotWind.
PM urged to cut fuel duty as petrol prices hit four-year high
SNP urges PM to follow Ireland and cut fuel duty as UK petrol prices hit a four-year high.
Scots Zero-Hours Jobs Rise 20% Despite Labour Ban Pledge
Scotland’s zero-hours contract workers rose to 95,000, up more than 20% in a year, despite Labour’s pledge to ban exploitative contracts.
Curriculum for Wales Study Calls for Clear Goals
A three-year study says Curriculum for Wales needs clearer goals, stronger guidance and a shared understanding of how it should work.
Vigil series 3 full cast list for BBC drama show
Vigil returns for series 3 with Suranne Jones and Rose Leslie as Amy Silva and Kirsten Longacre, set at a remote Arctic research station.
Scottish Minister Calls for Scotland-Only Visas for Workers
Scottish Minister Tom Arthur has proposed Scotland-specific visas to address workforce gaps and an ageing population.
Scottish Government Pressured to Extend Heating Oil Support Scheme
Pressure is mounting on the Scottish Government to extend the Scottish Emergency Oil Scheme before it ends on September 30.
BBC Scotland Channel Closure Not Ruled Out by BBC Boss
BBC boss Matt Brittin has declined to rule out closing the BBC Scotland channel amid cost, audience and staffing pressures.
Walker’s Shortbread Wins King’s Award for International Trade
Walker’s Shortbread received the King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade, recognising its growth in markets worldwide.