Multiple news stories of late have described the extent of racism and sexism across institutions including within policing. Whilst many may read it in shock, for many women like me, we are not surprised, shocked, or outraged. Many of us know these experiences all too well and have sadly almost started to accept their existence. […] Source

LYNDSEY Ward of Communities B4 Power Companies is the latest correspondent to check the UK energy market during a period of clear calm weather (Letters, 8 Dec). She knows that gas power stations will be brought online for a number of days and National Grid Electricity System Operator will be requesting imports of electricity from Europe. We experience these conditions a few times a year. Source

Andy Wightman has began to develop proposals for a comprehensive Land Reform Bill – “one that goes far further than existing proposals in reforming Scotland’s land governance”. It’s published here (with kind permission) but you can read the original on Andy’s blog here. I (re) publish it because its a significant bit of work in […] Source

Every time the Scottish Government are defeated in court there is wild celebrations from their opponents. The ruling that Downing Street’s unprecedented s35 veto of Holyrood’s gender recognition reform bill was lawful, is no exception. Graham Grant, Home Affairs Editor of the Scottish Daily Mail, Michael Blackley, the papers Political Editor, columnist Stephen Daisley were […] Source

WITH the recent cold snap we have all experienced, it is a little disappointing to read the comments on renewable energy wind turbine systems failing to generate energy on days of calm. Though not an unrealistic expectation, the implication is that wind turbines are a flawed strategy. Source

A LARGE industrial unit in a Scottish town has been purchased by a pair of billionaire brothers … Source

Gig at Elgin Town Hall. …

BUSINESS and individuals working across Scotland’s tourism industry were recognised at a prestigious awards ceremony over the weekend. Source

PROLONGED freezing temperatures have led to iced-over pavements and roads. …

Police thank the public. …

A new paper released yesterday by the Resolution Foundation gives an in depth look at the depth of economic stagnation the UK economy has faced since the 2007/08 Financial Crisis. The paper offers a list of possible solutions to the UK’s frankly horrendous economic performance over the last decade and a half, including recommendations to […] Source

A PETITION concerning the imminent closure of a Bank of Scotland branch in Argyll with more than 1700 signatures has been delivered to bank staff. Source

A SCOTTISH bookshop has announced that it will be closing its doors for good after 144 years in business … Source

It comes just months after the institution was taken over by a major English firm. Source