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Scotland Launches Consultation on Speed Limit Overhaul to Enhance Road Safety In a bold initiative to improve road safety across the nation, Transport Scotland has launched a comprehensive consultation aimed at revamping speed limits. The National Speed Management Review is seeking input from the public and stakeholders on proposed changes that could drastically alter the…

Land Commission’s New Leadership: A Chance for Local Voices to Thrive The Scottish Land Commission (SLC) is poised to make a significant impact on communities across Scotland, particularly those that speak Scots. With the recent appointments of Dr. Lucy Beattie, Dr. Calum MacLeod, and Robert Black as Tenant Farming Commissioners, a fresh vision emerges within…

Scotland Sets Sights on Hydrogen Dominance with New Export Plan Scotland has unveiled its ambitious hydrogen sector export plan, “A Trading Nation: Realising Scotland’s Hydrogen Potential – A Plan for Exports,” aimed at transforming the nation into a leading producer and exporter of renewable hydrogen by 2030. This announcement coincided with Acting Energy Secretary Gillian…

Scotland Launches Ambitious Plan to Combat Nature Emergency by 2030 Scotland has unveiled an ambitious Biodiversity Delivery Plan aimed at halting nature loss by 2030, marking a significant commitment to combat the biodiversity crisis. The plan, set to roll out from 2024 to 2030, consists of over a hundred actionable strategies designed to restore the…

Kicking Poverty: Football Initiative Empowers Families Across Scotland A groundbreaking initiative aiming to combat child poverty through sports has reached a significant milestone in Scotland. The Extra Time program, launched by the Scottish Government in collaboration with the Scottish FA, has provided free after-school and holiday clubs for over 3,500 children from low-income families during…

Empowering Gaelic: A Boost for Scotland’s Islands and Economy In a significant move to strengthen Scotland’s economy, the Deputy First Minister, Kate Forbes, has unveiled strategies aimed at supporting Gaelic entrepreneurs and enhancing the Gaelic language’s appeal to tourists. The announcement follows the release of a report highlighting the economic and social opportunities Gaelic presents…