Posts Tagged ‘study’
Scots prefer to save than spend their money
Money savvy Scots are more likely to save their spare money after they’ve paid their bills than treat themselves, a recent survey poll has revealed. The study, carried out by Vanquis Bank revealed that 37% of Scots who took part favored saving their money for the future whereas only 12% said they would use their…
Read MoreStudents looking away from studying agriculture
Scottish students are turning their backs on agriculture and related subjects, according to a new survey. TheKnowledgeAcademy.com has revealed the least popular undergraduate courses in Scotland. Overall, when it comes to the total number of students enrolled in 2016/17 in Scotland, these are the least popular undergraduate courses: Agriculture and related subjects (720), veterinary science…
Read MoreHigh demand for homes at new development
An upmarket homebuilder has seen significant demand for one of its most popular family homes in the east of Scotland. To date, CALA Homes (East) has sold nearly 30 Crichton homes across its East of Scotland developments in the last 12 months. This housestyle continues to be a hugely popular choice for homebuyers seeking a…
Read MoreConcern as butterfly numbers drop in survey
Two declining butterflies suffered their worst year on record in 2017 after hopes of a butterfly revival were dashed by a chilly snap in spring and a gloomy, wet summer, a study has revealed. Grayling and Grizzled Skipper recorded their lowest numbers since records began as difficult weather conditions caused problems for some of the…
Read MoreA home with views bordering on the impressive
Vineleaf Cottage is a detached property with impressive views, for sale in the Scottish Borders. Knight Frank present this hugely imaginative contemporary house in a delightful location. Vineleaf Cottage is an exceptionally comfortable five-bedroom family home built nearly 13 years ago. It extends to 263.3 square metres with the main accommodation on two floors. Vineleaf Cottage is…
Read MoreCanny Scots feel in control of their money
More than half of people in Scotland are extremely or very confident when it comes to money matters, compared to an average of less than one in four across the rest of the UK. The latest Disposable Income Index from Scottish Friendly and the Social Market Foundation reveals a stark contrast between the savings and…
Read MoreAn alternative take on Mary Queen of Scots
Book review: Mary Queen of Scots – A Study in Failure By Jenny Wormald What’s the story? Mary Queen of Scots is a highly detailed and occasionally damning account of the life of one of Scotland’s most famed monarchs. No stone is left unturned and no mistake of Mary’s left unpunished as Wormald truly immerses the…
Read MoreRepair work gets underway at church where William Wallace became Guardian of Scotland
Work on a historic Scots building has got underway this week to enable it to reopen to the public. The Auld Kirk ruin in Selkirk – thought to be where William Wallace was likely to have been made Guardian of Scotland in 1297 – was identified as a priority repair project as part of the…
Read MoreSpectacular views from traditional hill farm on the west coast of Mull
An exciting opportunity to purchase a traditional island hill farm has arisen. Bell Ingram present to the market Druimghigha, a typical island hill farm, which extends to approximately 279.22 acres (113 ha), on the west coast of Mull. Offering spectacular views, the farm is centred around the farmhouse, and adjacent to the farmhouse there are…
Read MoreNew head chef takes over at The Horseshoe
A Peebles restaurant has welcomed its new head chef. The Horseshoe Restaurant in Eddleston, has announced Michal Mozdzen has taken up the post. Michal was previously head chef at the 3 AA Rosette Pompadour by Galvin at Edinburgh’s Waldorf Astoria and joins The Horseshoe from the Ducks Inn at Aberlady. Michal moved to Edinburgh to…
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