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Balfour Beatty awarded contract to build Scotland’s first net zero prison

Balfour Beatty today announces that it has been awarded a contract to construct the new £209 million HMP Highland in Inverness, Scotland, on behalf of the Scottish Prison Service.   Balfour Beatty was first appointed to deliver the pre-construction phase, including the design of HMP Highland, in 2022. This latest…

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Children in Scotland reveals full programme for Annual Conference 2024

Children in Scotland has today revealed details of the packed programme for its upcoming Annual Conference 2024, with keynote speeches and workshops set to address the sector’s most challenging and important issues. Held on Wednesday 29 and Thursday 30 May at Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh, the flagship event will bring together…

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Turnberry Hotel: Spring into Serenity Spa Offer

£190.00 MON-FRI £210 SAT-SUN Begin with a full-body exfoliation to rejuvenate the skin, followed by a nourishing body treatment wrap to deeply moisturise and replenish. While cocooned in the wrap, enjoy the added pampering of an exfoliating facial to leave your skin radiant and glowing. After rinsing off in a…

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New appointments to drive decarbonisation aims

Leading environmental charity Changeworks has appointed two new positions that will be integral to the organisation’s drive to decarbonise Scotland’s homes. Ian Cochran will join the organisation as Head of Consultancy, and Jill Craig as Head of Building Contracts. Both will start in their positions in April. Changeworks develops and…

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Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce Policy Update: March 2024

Throughout March, our policy team continued to keep our members up-to-date with the latest developments that may impact their interests and operations, whilst advocating on your behalf in an effort to shape policy. Here’s a recap of the key activities from March: UK Spring Budget March saw the UK Chancellor…

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Lind and Lime Event at Fazenda

Elevate your senses and embark on an exquisite gin journey with a Lind & Lime Gin Gin Masterclass at Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill. Featuring a welcome drink of the classic Gin & Tonic to kick-start your evening, Connie MacDonald, Business Development Senior Executive at Lind and Lime, will entertain you with the rich…

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Housebuilder launches new luxury apartments in growing West Edinburgh community

Award-winning housebuilder, Cruden Homes, has announced the release of luxury 1-and-2 bedroom apartments at its popular West Craigs Green development in the heart of west Edinburgh. Many plots come complete with generous balconies and stunning views over green open space, creating the perfect spot to unwind. Prices in the latest…

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QMU invites business and community members to learn about its work

In April, Queen Margaret University is set to welcome representatives from business, industry and voluntary organisations, along with members of the local community and alumni, to its  annual open event to learn about the fascinating range of work that is going on at the University. People from across Edinburgh and…

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AAB Private Client Team Short-Listed For Prestigious Tolley’s Taxation Awards

Tech-enabled, business critical services group, AAB, has been shortlisted for the Best Private Client Tax Practice award, in the coveted UK-wide Tolley’s Taxation Awards 2024. The Group’s Private Client team are set to attend the glittering awards dinner in London on 16 May. The Awards celebrate exceptional achievements, unwavering commitment…

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Support for Capital’s growth plans

Edinburgh’s new local development plan today received a welcome boost from the Scottish Government. Edinburgh’s new local development plan today received a welcome boost from the Scottish Government City Plan 2030 – which sets out the strategy for development, proposals, and policies to shape development and inform planning decisions in…

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