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Scottish legal firm announces acquisition of Glasgow based company

Business February 8, 2021 0

A SCOTTISH law firm has announced its latest major investment as it expands its team by acquiring a Glasgow based re-mortgaging and debt recovery company. Simpson...

Human rights lawyer elected University of Edinburgh Rector

Business February 5, 2021 0

A HUMAN rights lawyer has been appointed as the new Rector for the University of Edinburgh. Debora Kayembe will take up her role on March 1st...

Researcher awarded £1.6m to further research in immune-mediated diseases

Health February 5, 2021 0

A RESEARCHER has been awarded £1.6m in funding to further his research which could lead to new treatments for a variety of diseases. Dr Henry McSorley...

£10m fund launched for Scottish Visitor Attractions

Business February 5, 2021 0

£10 MILLION worth of funding has been launched aiming to provide financial support to visitor attraction around Scotland. The fund is part of an overall £104.3m...

£33 billion investment plan detailed released by The Scottish Government

Business February 5, 2021 0

INVESTMENT in healthcare, education, transport and the environment over the next five years has been set out by the Scottish Government. The Infrastructure Investment PLAN (IIP)...

New study to monitor safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines

Coronavirus News February 5, 2021 0

A STUDY looking into to help understand people's experiences after being vaccinated for coronavirus is looking for volunteers. Thousands of volunteers are being requested by the...

Physicists world first breakthrough could revolutionise imaging

Research February 5, 2021 0

A BREAKTHROUGH by physicists in quantum holography could lead to improved medical imaging. Scientists are said to be the first in the world to find a...

Famous names in whisky celebrate sustainability success

Food and Drink February 4, 2021 0

WHISKY distilleries are said to be making strides towards a greener future as a further four of famous distilleries have been awarded the UK's highest...

Latest research reveals public attitudes toward coronavirus vaccine

Coronavirus News February 4, 2021 0

RESEARCH published has claimed that French and American citizens are the most hesitant to get the coronavirus vaccine. A study looking into public attitudes towards the...

Edinburgh Airport reports lowest number of passengers since 1995

Coronavirus News February 4, 2021 0

EDINBURGH Airport has recorded its lowest number of passengers since 1995 in the past year according to the latest figures. The airport saw a -76% decline...

Ladbrokes criticised for “socially irresponsible ad” by ASA

Business February 3, 2021 0

LADBROKES have been advised about future advertisements displaying gambling problems by the Advertising Standards Agency (ASA). The complaint issued was in relation to an advertisement produced...

Three million households can’t afford a rise in bills according to research

Coronavirus News February 3, 2021 0

THREE million households are said to be so financially stretched that an increase in bills could be too difficult to pay. The findings come from research...

Critically endangered Edinburgh Zoo chimp celebrates first birthday

Animal News February 3, 2021 0

CELEBRATIONS are underway after a critically endangered chimp has turned one years old today. Edinburgh Zoo's youngest Western chimpanzee, Madindi is celebrating her birthday today with...

“Encouraging” research shows Scots adopted healthier food habits during lockdown

Food and Drink February 2, 2021 0

SCOTS were cooking more food from scratch last year due to the coronavirus outbreak but snacked more on unhealthy foods according to a new report. The...

Genetically tailored therapy marks adolescent asthma breakthrough

Health February 2, 2021 0

RESEARCH on asthma therapy has found that tailoring treatment to adolescent patients according to their genetic make-up can improve the control of the disease. Results from...

Research claims air pollution leads to a decline in thinking skills

Health February 2, 2021 0

AIR pollution has been linked to a decline in thinking skills in later life according to new research. Researchers testing the general intelligence of more than...

Campaign launched to raise awareness over seizure first aid

Coronavirus News February 1, 2021 0

DISABILITY charities are aiming to raise awareness for seizure aid after concerns that epileptics won't receive help if they have a seizure during the pandemic. Many...

Like father, like son: Images reveal a generation of climate change

Environment February 1, 2021 0

A RESEARCHER has followed in the footsteps of his father after replicating photos taken by his father after nearly 32 years. Dr Kieran Baxter, a lecturer...

New housing projects bring multi-million pound boost to construction sector

Business February 1, 2021 0

SCOTTISH housing projects have received a boost after over £37m worth of funding has been awarded to help build over 200 homes. Projects across Scotland were...