A TEAM of IT experts are facing festive torture – after kitting out their offices with dozens of interactive Christmas decorations which are controlled by members of the public.
Staff with Consider IT now have to endure relentless flashing lights and endlessly looping jingles, with a different member of the public taking control of the decorations every 60 seconds! Continue reading Nightmare before Christmas at Consider IT!
A local construction worker has been praised for his contribution to the regeneration journey of all three phases of the Pennywell Living development.
Born and bred in Muirhouse, 59 year- old Roy has lived at Pennywell his whole life and has played a vital role in the development of the site from its inception, bringing his knowledge and connection to the community to the delivery team. Continue reading Local worker praised for contribution to Pennywell Living
UK Government legislation puts the prospect of a damaging ‘no deal’ Brexit more firmly back on the table, the Scottish Government has warned.
The Queen’s Speech made clear the UK Government intends to bring forward legislation to ensure there can be no extension to the implementation period beyond 2020, even if no future partnership has been agreed.
According to Scottish Government analysis, the country’s economy would suffer significant damage under Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal. A ‘no deal’ outcome would cause even more damage with profound consequences for jobs, investment and living standards.
Commenting on the Queen’s Speech, Cabinet Secretary for Government Business and Constitutional Relations Michael Russell said: “Once again the prospect of a disastrous ‘no deal’ Brexit is looming for Scotland if the UK leaves the European Union without a deal.
“The decision to remove Scotland from the European Union, which ignores the will of the Scottish people, is the most serious example of the democratic deficit in our post-devolution relationship with the UK Government.
“A ‘no deal’ Brexit would further and seriously compound the harmful effects of this decision and have a very damaging effect on our economy.”
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service welcomed the latest additions to its firefighter ranks yesterday.
Fifty seven recruits graduated in front of proud family and friends during an emotional ceremony at the SFRS Headquarters in Cambuslang. Continue reading Fire and Rescue Service salutes 57 new graduate firefighters
FESTIVE SHOPPERS in Edinburgh are being warned against the latest ATM scams hitting high streets across Scotland this Christmas and New Year’s.
The Scottish Business Resilience Centre (SBRC) has issued a call for extra vigilance when withdrawing cash over one of the busiest periods of the year for shopping. Continue reading ATM scams: Christmas crime
While walking is a hugely popular pastime for many people, Christmas and the festivities surrounding it can sometimes leave us all feeling a little exhausted and stressed out. This can be the best reason to get outside on a walk and enjoy the fresh, winter air. Continue reading A guide to enjoying The Festival of Winter Walks with your dog
VICTORY FOR COMMUNITY CAMPAIGNERS
The Leith community is celebrating news today that the Scottish Government’s Reporter has upheld the city council’s decision to reject Drum Property’s development plans for Leith Walk. It’s a huge victory for people power and in particular Save Leith Walk’s energetic grass roots community campaign. Continue reading Leith Walk SAVED!
The team at the Amazon Customer Services Centre in Edinburgh is joining in the festive cheer in the run up to Christmas with a two-month-long series of activities, fun events and special surprises.
Party games, prizes, festive food giveaways and Christmas Jumper Day are just some of the fun activities ongoing at Amazon’s Customer Services Centre in Edinburgh. The Amazon team was also treated to a three course Christmas lunch at a local restaurant.
Speaking on the fun events, Stephen Lumsden, Site Leader at Amazon’s Customer Services Centre in Edinburgh, said: “Christmas is a really exciting time of the year at Amazon and there’s no better way to celebrate than by having two months of fun with our team.
“My favourite event has been the Christmas Jumper Day. This has been a brilliant year for our team and it’s great to end it with lots of festive cheer.”
A recent Edinburgh Napier graduate has had her excellent internship work recognised with a leading student impact award.
Caroline Tocher – who first graduated in 2018 with a degree in International Festival and Event Management before graduating in October this year with a Masters in Business Management with Entrepreneurship – recently undertook an internship at Business Fives, a company which runs corporate sports events with a charitable impact. Continue reading Intern of the Year award for graduate Caroline
An Edinburgh After School club has dug deep and donated £2,000 to Cash for Kids as the charity’s Mission Christmas campaign reaches its final few days. Continue reading Edinburgh After School club digs deep for Mission Christmas as campaign reaches final few days
