UK joins the first global digital trade agreement negotiated under the World Trade Organization. The UK and 90 other countries have negotiated a set of new rules designed to make global trade faster, fairer, cheaper and more secure.
Recent data from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) shows that people are probably not doing enough to avoid paying tax on their savings interest. For the 2023/24 tax year the amount of Income Tax collected from UK savers was around £6.6billion.
UK Science Secretary Peter Kyle has commissioned an Action Plan to identify how AI can drive economic growth. UK Science Secretary commissions Action Plan to identify how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can drive economic growth and deliver better outcomes for people across the country.
Interim Office for Students chair appointed as Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act 2023 is stopped. The role of the Office for Students will be refocussed to prioritise the financial stability of the higher education sector and deliver better quality and outcomes for students, the government has announced.
It's an economic truth that no one has money with their name on it in a bank. All you have when you make that claim is a bank statement with an IOU printed on it.
The Flow Country in Caithness and Sutherland has been granted World Heritage Site Status by UNESCO's World Heritage Committee. It joins Scotland's six existing WHS - the Neolithic Heart of Orkney, New Lanark, The Antonine Wall, the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh and the Forth Bridge, which were all awarded the designation for their cultural heritage, and St Kilda, recognised for both its cultural and natural importance.
Significant activity is underway to clear the longest NHS waits following the allocation of £30 million of targeted funding. The funding has been allocated to specialty areas where it can have the greatest impact against the longest waits - this includes cancer, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, dermatology and diagnostics.
Giving young people from under-represented groups the opportunity to pursue a career in aviation. Aviation Minister rallies industry to get more people to choose a career in aviation through skills and outreach scheme.
"Poverty statistics that hide the real scale of increases risk policymakers missing what is truly happening to poverty." Many households remortgaging or taking out new mortgages since 2022 have experienced sharp falls in their disposable income as higher interest rates have pushed up housing costs, and by December 2023 this is set to have pushed 320,000 such people into poverty. But official data do not measure mortgage interest payments properly, so official poverty statistics will only capture about two-thirds of this effect (230,000 people).
The headline on his page is just a reference to a story on the new BBC section In Depth. They say "Thought-provoking analysis from our top journalists that informs, feeds your curiosity, and helps you make sense of a complex world." Launched in May it has a growing list of articles and handy links to BBC sounds and BBC Iplayer.
Leading orbital launch services company, Orbex, is to set up a base in London while also expanding its headquarters in Scotland. Orbex will become the first UK rocket manufacturer to establish a base in London.
In a six part journey - Michelle takes us through a potted history of many of the islands off the North Coast of Scotland. The allure of Scotland's islands, have a captivating narrative that tugs at my heartstrings, and in particular they have an enchantment that is so intertwined with our natural and cultural heritage.
The Charity Commission is calling on charities that hold online meetings to review their governing document to ensure it is up to date. The call comes in the regulator's redesigned guidance on charities and meetings (known as CC48), published today [Friday 19 July 2024].
Pulteney House will be hosting a quiz night to raise funds for our residents. The cost is £2.00 per person.
The Highland Alcohol and Drugs Partnership is encouraging people to download an app which aims to help reduce drug-related harm in Highland. The Highland Overdose Prevention and Engagement (HOPE) app has been downloaded by over 1,300 people since it was launched three years ago.
Achmelvich beach made the latest Times listing of the top beaches in the UK. Achmelvich beach, near Lochinver is just one of many superb beaches in the north and many did not make the list.
The Highland Council's Early Learning & Childcare (North) Consultation is now live, and we want to hear from those living in the Lairg, Dornoch, Golspie, Farr, Scourie, Durness, Kinlochbervie, Tongue, Wick and Thurso area. The survey is open until Wednesday 31 July 2024.
Car boot Sale with Cake & Craft Stalls. Own Gazebo's welcome..
KWK9 Rescue 2024 Summer Dog Show Our dog show will be taking place this year on Saturday 17th August at Wick Assembly Rooms. This year we are trialling it a bit different and focusing on the dogs at the show.
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ðJoin us at Scrabster Beach ð Wednesday 14th August â°11am - 3pm Book now to join some summer FUN ð ð°Sandcastles ð¨Face Painting ðCrafts ð°Bouncy Castle We have transport available too ð Booking is essential for all of our activities, to secure your place please email: [email protected] ð £5 deposit per family, refundable on arrival ð Bookings open for Home-Start Supported Families and Group Members âºï¸.
Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham in Concert â Wick Assembly Rooms, Saturday 3rd August 2024 Join us for a night of music and laughter like no other as Aly & Phil take to the stage to entertain you once again. Together, Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham have established themselves as the epitome of excellence in the world of traditional music.
This year the 136th Orkney County Show will be held on Saturday 10th August 2024 at the Bignold Park, Kirkwall. Showcasing high quality livestock with sections in cattle, sheep, horses, goats, poultry and dogs as well as action packed entertainment, there really is something for everyone, of all ages.
This is an UPDATE which now includes details of a location open tomorrow for set periods in Lairg. Please see text below marked in red If you have still to receive or return your postal vote for the Highland constituencies of Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross; or Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire please note the following advice.
1st - 13th July 2024 See poster. The storytelling events are live on the website - book your free space at one of the sessions.
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Swifts feed on small flying insects, capturing them mid-flight. These insects accumulate in a specialised pouch located at the back of the swift's throat, where they are bound together by saliva, forming a pellet or bolus.
Hairy-foot, long-tongue - Solitary bees, biodiversity & evolution in your backyard' by David J. Perkins.
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