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Title: Continued Rate Relief for Island Hospitality Businesses in Scotland Scottish Finance Secretary Shona Robison has announced the continuation of significant financial support for hospitality businesses on Scotland’s islands and select remote areas into the 2025-26 fiscal year. This plan, subject to the approval of the impending Budget, aims to bolster local economies by providing…

New Research Investigates Link Between Robert Burns’ Literary Genius and Freemasonry The University of Glasgow’s Centre for Robert Burns Studies has embarked on a pioneering project that delves into the intricate relationship between Scotland’s most celebrated poet, Robert Burns, and Freemasonry. A dedicated PhD scholar has been appointed to explore how Burns’ Masonic affiliations shaped…

Scotland’s Rainforests Make a Comeback: £10 Million Investment Sparks Recovery In an ambitious move toward environmental restoration, the Scottish Government has allocated £10 million for the revitalization of the country’s rare coastal temperate rainforests. Over 1,200 hectares of degraded habitat are set to thrive once more, thanks to an initial investment of £5 million in…

Hidden Heroes: New Discoveries Unveil Cellular Defenders Against Viruses A groundbreaking study from the MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research has unveiled how certain human cells can act like superheroes in the fight against viral infections. This research, conducted in collaboration with the Rosalind Franklin Institute and published in Molecular Cell, reveals the remarkable…

Scotland Takes Bold Steps to Protect Its Seabird Populations The Scottish Government is making significant strides to protect seabird populations profoundly affected by climate change and invasive species. Recent reports indicate that nearly two-thirds of Scotland’s seabird species have seen dramatic declines over the past two decades. Alarmingly, eight species, including the Arctic tern and…

New Study Reveals Dementia Risk in Former Footballers Not Linked to Lifestyle Factors In a groundbreaking study led by consultant neuropathologist Professor Willie Stewart from the University of Glasgow, researchers have uncovered that lifestyle factors commonly associated with dementia do not contribute to the heightened risk observed in former professional footballers. The findings, published in…