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Edinburgh makes the case for UK’s first ‘tourist tax’

The City of Edinburgh Council has completed its work to develop and agree a Transient Visitor Levy (TVL) scheme for Edinburgh. The Council will recommend its proposal to Ministers and MSPs for consideration, subject to approval from elected members at a meeting of the Full Council next week (Thursday 7…

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ESPC launches latest first time buyers’ prize draw

Last week, ESPC launched our latest first time buyers’ prize draw – the lucky winner will get £3,000 towards their first home deposit. The winner will also benefit from free conveyancing from one of our selected solicitor estate agents and ESPC Mortgages will waive their usual advice fee to help the winner on their journey to home ownership. The prize…

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Victorian pool basks in the glory of its refurbishment

Scotland’s ninth oldest public swimming bath, Dalry Swim Centre, reopened to the public today, (30 January), having undergone a major refurbishment. June Peebles, Chief Executive at Edinburgh Leisure said: “Edinburgh Leisure, in partnership with the City of Edinburgh Council, is delighted to have invested over £1m in this refurbishment. We…

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Exclusive access to Miller Homes’ price reduction weekend

Offering stunning homes in some of Scotland’s most convenient commuter towns and surrounded by beautiful countryside, Miller Homes has a number of developments across the central belt to suit buyers at all stages of life. The leading UK housebuilder is hosting a price reduction weekend across all developments in Scotland this Saturday…

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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh offers lasting memories for couples this Valentine’s

The season of romance will soon be upon us and Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian has created a truly special Valentine’s package full of thoughtful touches for a couple to enjoy together and remember forever. The Valentine’s package offers couples the chance to create everlasting memories in stunning surroundings,…

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Grant Thornton in Scotland puts wellbeing at the heart of its people strategy

One of Scotland’s leading business and financial advisors is putting wellbeing at the heart of its people strategy. Grant Thornton has launched a series of initiatives designed to support and develop employees in a range of areas – from nutrition and mental health to professional growth and career planning. The…

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Barclays creates headroom for growth in Glasgow

Barclays is taking on a new 700 desk office site in Glasgow as it prepares for wider expansion in the city. In July last year the bank announced it will build a new world-class campus in Buchannan Wharf, Tradeston, delivering significant regeneration and doubling the bank’s Scottish workforce from 2,500…

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ScotRail Foundation provides support to Dumfries community group

Ellisland Museum in Dumfries, which was farmed by Robert Burns and his family in the late 18th century, will launch a project for young people thanks to a £5,000 grant from the ScotRail Foundation Cultural and Arts Fund. The ScotRail Foundation is part of the ‘ScotRail in the Community’ initiative…

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New Queensferry high school is the tops

A topping out ceremony has today (24 January 2019) been held to mark a key milestone in the construction of the new £40m Queensferry High School. Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills John Swinney visited and poured a final piece of concrete on the top floor,…

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activpayroll Appoints New Board Member

activpayroll, the global payroll and tax compliance specialist headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland is delighted to announce the appointment of Lawson Brackpool to its Board of Directors. Lawson joins as Group Financial Director alongside his new position on the Board. As a Chartered Management Accountant, he brings over 25 years’ experience…

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