Tag: budget cuts

Many services in Edinburgh still facing large cuts despite council tax hike ahead of budget approval this week 

AHEAD of the upcoming Edinburgh budget being approved later this week, many public sectors are facing cuts, despite a proposed council tax hike.  The council...

Chinese students are crucial to Scotland's education sector

By Christine Lavelle UNIVERSITIES in Scotland are cashing in China’s “crucial” student population to bolster the country’s educational sector. Education Secretary Mike Russell said China has...

Council to sell off £7000 private number plate

By Christine Lavelle WEST Lothian Council has agreed to sell off its private registration plate worth £7000 after giving in to calls from taxpayers. Officials at...

Budget cuts mean firefighters are offered voluntary redundancy

By Christine Lavelle FIREFIGHTERS in the Lothian and Borders service are being given the opportunity to apply for voluntary redundancy or early retirement, as part...

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