FEELING THE HEAT: Masterchef Dean Banks hits out a crippling taxes on hospitality sector
The 1925 at the Pompadour restaurant in The Caledonian Edinburgh has every right to claim its crown among Scotland’s finest. For generations the place has hosted kings, queens, political leaders...
Spotlight on emerging potential of floating solar
Floating solar – also known as floating photovoltaic (FPV) or ‘floatovoltaics’ – involves mounting solar panels on floating platforms on reservoirs, lochs or coastal bays. These systems operate similarly to land-based...
Labour’s Scottish Secretary enters lion’s den at Highland show
There were no roaring wild beasts at the Royal Highland Society’s opening day at Ingliston Showground outside Edinburgh. Instead there was a wonderful displays of Clydesdale dray horses and brightly...
Ploughing ahead: sustainability and the Scottish agricultural industry
“Sustainable” is a term that has long been used in the agricultural industry, but the last year has brought into focus what it means to have a sustainable business. Scottish...
Rural diversification brings its own unique challenges
Rural business is widely recognised as one of the most challenging sectors to work in. What I have always admired is the resilience and adaptability of those in the industry,...
Introducing Royal Highland ‘Talent’ Show
It’s a huge draw for visitors, but above all the RHS offers a showcase for exceptional produce and talented producers from across the country Despite 98 per cent of Scotland’s...