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BTO’s 10th year at the fringe focuses on first time entertainment and publishing contracts
8th August 2018Tenth consecutive free BTO Fringe event aims to protect artists and authors Leading independent Scottish law firm BTO Solicitors LLP is set to take the stage again at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe, to help budding recording artists and authors navigate the contractual minefield. Part of the Fringe Central Events programme…
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Judy Murray OBE to ace Edinburgh Kiltwalk
8th August 2018Judy Murray Foundation to net funds thanks to big steps by top tennis coach Tennis coach Judy Murray, mother of Scotland’s most famous players, Andy and Jamie, has signed up to take part in the Royal Bank of Scotland Kiltwalk in Edinburgh next month. On Sunday 16 September, Judy will…
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Mental health at work becoming less taboo, say BCC and Aviva
8th August 2018Almost 30% of businesses have seen an increase in the number of staff taking time off for mental health reasons, according to a survey conducted by leading business organisation British Chambers of Commerce, and Aviva, the UK’s largest insurer. One in three (33%) business leaders have also noticed an increase…
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Prime Minister in Scotland to mark the signing of a “city deal”
8th August 2018“The final agreement and signing of the Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal is welcome news. It is the result of strong collaboration and vision shared by the six local authorities in the region. Prime Minister Theresa May “The Deal provides a platform for economic growth based…
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ScotRail announces £4million front-line recruitment drive
7th August 2018• ScotRail recruiting more than 100 front-line jobs • £4million investment • Recruitment comes as ScotRail prepares to deliver faster journeys, more seats, and better services. ScotRail has confirmed a £4million front-line recruitment drive, as the train operator prepares for the introduction of more new trains and extra services. The…
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Brain Tumour Research Loch Lomond Walk of Hope
7th August 2018Take on a wee bit of the West Highland Way. Join Brain Tumour Research for a walk along beautiful Loch Lomond. The route is a 14-mile walk, starting at Balmaha – G63 0JQ is the nearest postcode. Park and meet the team at Balmaha parking spot at 9.30am and at…
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New inclusive homelessness service plans approved
7th August 2018Recommendations to house a new Inclusive Homelessness Service on the site of the former Panmure St Ann’s school have been approved by the Edinburgh Integration Joint Board (EIJB). The new operational base will allow the co-location of NHS Lothian, City of Edinburgh Council and third sector agencies, allowing them to…
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On the upswing at last. Industrial sector leads the charge in commercial market activity
7th August 2018The commercial property market in West Central Scotland has picked up recently and, while it would be over-egging the pudding to say it is buoyant, it generally is as upbeat as it has been for a while. Some areas remain sticky and the retail market, for instance, has not lacked…
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Virgin Trains Customers set to benefit from new transport partnership in the West Midlands
7th August 2018Virgin Trains, West Midlands Rail Executive and Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) have signed a new partnership deal pledging to work together to improve rail journeys in the region. The focus of the partnership will be around greater use of sustainable transport to and from Virgin Trains stations at Coventry,…
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Blog/Edinburgh’s Office Market continues to grow
7th August 2018Business Insider has just reported that the Edinburgh Office market continues to bubble away. The City enjoyed a strong second quarter, after a slow start to the year, according to new figures. Office lettings between the first and second quarter rose 150 per cent to 351,916 sq. ft., making just…
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