Scotland has become the first country in the UK to ban plastic-stemmed cotton buds, the latest step being taken to reduce reliance on single-use products and protect our natural environment. Continue reading Plastic cotton bud ban comes into force
Day: October 13, 2019
‘Shining Lives: Fortunes of Fate’ – spectacular show lights up history at New Lanark
VIP guests and press were given the chance to visit New Lanark World Heritage Site’s NEW light installation preview last night ahead of its grand opening yesterday. Continue reading ‘Shining Lives: Fortunes of Fate’ – spectacular show lights up history at New Lanark
Car insurance price rises spell bad news for drivers in Scotland
- Motorists in Scotland can now expect to pay £643 for car insurance, on average –
There is bad news for drivers in Scotland as new data reveals the average cost of car insurance in the region has increased in the past 12 months. However, further research proves savvy drivers can combat these rises by shopping around.
New figures reveal the average price of car insurance in Scotland is now £643, following a £19 (3%) increase in 12 months. Continue reading Car insurance price rises spell bad news for drivers in Scotland
Go Green Festival at North Edinburgh Arts
The NEA Community Shed is celebrating its first birthday. To mark this occasion, we’re hosting an environmental festival to inspire greener choices in North Edinburgh.
Join us to learn more about the Shed’s work, the climate change and how you can lower your own carbon footprint. Continue reading Go Green Festival at North Edinburgh Arts
BBC’s Got It Covered for Children in Need
First Diwali at Scottish Parliament
The first ever Diwali, the Hindu festival of Lights, was hosted at the Scottish Parliament on auspicious day of Vijaya Dashmi. The Scotland Chapter of Hindu Forum of Britain (HFB) took the lead in organising Diwali coinciding with 20th Anniversary of Scottish Parliament (writes RAMESH PATTNI (below)). Continue reading First Diwali at Scottish Parliament
Viva Mexico up for sale
Located in Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, Viva Mexico has been brought to the market through specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co Continue reading Viva Mexico up for sale
School holiday activities at Stockbridge Library
Zero tolerance: New drug driving laws set to be introduced
Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf has welcomed Police Scotland’s preparations for the introduction of new drug driving laws on 21 October. Continue reading Zero tolerance: New drug driving laws set to be introduced