Zane Lee

A heartbroken father who lost his three-year-old son in a tragic road accident has called for a ban on dogs in all Scottish cemeteries. Paul Irvine said he was appalled by the behaviour of some dog owners who let their pets snatch and damage the teddies left at his son’s grave. Xander Irvine’s death Xander Irvine was walking with his mum on Morningside Road in Edinburgh on June 30, 2020, when they were hit by a red Kia car driven by a 91-year-old woman. The toddler suffered fatal injuries and died at the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary later that day. His…

A new chapter for the Scottish kitchen manufacturer James Scott and Sons, a thriving Scottish manufacturer of commercial kitchens, is ready to embark on an exciting new chapter thanks to a £450,000 grant secured by Consilium Chartered Accountants. The grant, awarded through Scottish Enterprise’s Regional Selective Assistance (RSA) programme, will fuel the company’s move to a modern, efficient factory. The company, which has been in business for over 100 years, specialises in designing, manufacturing and installing bespoke kitchens for hotels, restaurants, schools, hospitals and other sectors. The company has a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer service, and has…

The Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) is responsible for the management and maintenance of 208 lighthouses and 174 buoys and beacons around Scotland and the Isle of Man. It also employs around 170 drivers who operate commercial vehicles and grey fleet cars for its vital safety service. However, the NLB faced some challenges in ensuring the safety and compliance of its drivers, especially in remote and harsh environments. That is why it partnered with TTC, a road safety expert, to introduce a comprehensive driver risk management solution. The results were impressive: a 40% reduction in fleet incidents and a significant gain…

From March 1, 2024, private landlords in Scotland will have to comply with new electrical safety rules that aim to ensure their properties are in a reasonable state of repair and in proper working order. The updated Repairing Standard guidance, issued by the Scottish Government, requires landlords to have their electrical installations inspected by a qualified electrician at least once every five years. What are the changes in the Repairing Standard guidance? The Repairing Standard is a basic level of repair that all private rented properties must meet. It covers various aspects of the property, such as the structure, the…

Two Scottish businessmen have successfully rowed across the Atlantic Ocean to raise funds for a charity that supports the hospitality sector. Robbie Laidlaw and Chris Mitchell, who work for a contract catering company, completed the 3,000-mile journey in 38 days, 15 hours and three minutes. The Spirit of Hospitality Laidlaw, 34, from Gullane, East Lothian, and Mitchell, 41, from London, named their row The Spirit of Hospitality, to reflect their passion for the hospitality industry and their desire to help those who have been affected by the pandemic. They set off from La Gomera, an island off Tenerife, on December…

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the lives and livelihoods of millions of people in the UK. But while many have faced financial hardship, job losses, and reduced income, some have been able to claim more money from the public purse. These are the members of parliament (MPs) who have received millions of pounds in expenses and allowances during the crisis. MPs’ expenses increased by 26% in 2020-21 According to the latest figures from the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA), the total amount of money claimed by MPs for their expenses and allowances increased by 26% in 2020-21, compared to the…

A large and aggressive dog of the XL Bully-type breed was killed by police officers after it mauled two men in a town near Glasgow on Tuesday evening. One of the victims suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital, while the other was treated for minor wounds. Dog rescued from England went out of control The incident happened around 5pm on Tinto View, a residential street in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire. According to witnesses, the dog had been rescued from England by a local man, who was walking it without a leash or a muzzle. The animal suddenly turned violent…

The built environment sector in Scotland is undergoing a major change thanks to the DIveIN conference, a pioneering event that aims to promote equality, diversity and inclusion in the industry. The conference, which is funded by the Scottish Government and the Workplace Equality Fund, will take place at the City of Glasgow College on 29th February 2024. Why diversity and inclusion matter in the built environment sector The built environment sector is one of the most important and influential sectors in the Scottish economy, as it shapes the physical and social environment of the country. However, it is also one…

Scotland braces for another storm after Isha’s devastation Just a day after Storm Isha caused widespread damage and disruption across the UK, Scotland is facing another storm that could pose a serious threat to life and property. Storm Jocelyn, the 10th named storm of the season, is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain to Scotland on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Met Office has issued an amber warning for wind for the west coast of Scotland and parts of the north and north east, as well as yellow warnings for wind and rain for the rest of the country.…

Graeme Souness is a legend in Scottish football, having led Rangers to three consecutive league titles and four domestic cups in his five-year spell as player-manager. He also revolutionised the club by signing high-profile players from England and abroad, breaking the sectarian divide, and challenging the dominance of Celtic. But why did he leave Ibrox for his former club Liverpool in 2023, with just four games left in the season and a title race with Aberdeen still on? Souness the saviour When Souness arrived at Rangers in 1986, the club was in a dire situation. They had not won the…