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2/3/2022
More than one million customers take advantage of extra time to file tax returns
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed that more than one million customers filed their late tax returns in February - taking advantage of the extra time to complete their Self Assessment without facing a penalty.   About 12.2 million customers were expected to file a return for the 2020/21 tax year and more than 11.3 million customers submitted theirs by 28 February.  
2/3/2022
‘Putin's War’ is already having an impact on costs, supply chains and international trade that goes far beyond the borders of Ukraine and Russia
ParcelHero says ‘Putin's War' is already having an impact on costs, supply chains and international trade that goes far beyond the borders of Ukraine and Russia.   The international delivery expert ParcelHero says freight transport services to Ukraine are at a virtual stop, and many services to Russia have been suspended.  
2/3/2022
National Radiotherapy Plan For Scotland
£1.5 million for specialised radiotherapy services.   A new plan has been published to improve radiotherapy services for cancer patients.  
2/3/2022
First Minister: Waive Visas For Ukrainians - Scotland ready to welcome refugees
The UK Government has been urged to waive all visa requirements for any Ukrainian nationals seeking refuge in the UK.   In a letter to the Prime Minister, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said "It is vital that rapid, safe and legal routes be established immediately, cooperating with our international partners wherever possible.  
2/3/2022
UK Pledges Another £80 Million In Aid To Help Ukraine Deal With Humanitarian CrisisThumbnail for article : UK Pledges Another £80 Million In Aid To Help Ukraine Deal With Humanitarian Crisis
The UK government has pledged another £80 million in aid after Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine.   new funding brings total UK support during current Ukraine crisis to £220 million, which includes £120 million of humanitarian aid.  
2/3/2022
UK Imposes Sanctions On Belarus For Its Role In The Russian Invasion Of Ukraine
The Foreign Secretary launched a first tranche of sanctions against Belarusian individuals and organisations in response to Belarus' role in Russia's invasion of Ukraine.   first tranche of sanctions implemented against Belarus for its role supporting Russia's military invasion Belarusian Chief of the General Staff and 3 other deputy defence ministers sanctioned two military enterprises sanctioned Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has today (Tuesday 1 March) launched a first tranche of sanctions against Belarusian individuals and organisations in response to the role the country is playing in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, including facilitating the invasion from within its borders.  
2/3/2022
Further Support For Ukrainians Fleeing Russia Invasion
British nationals and people settled in the UK will be able to bring extended family members to the UK and sponsored humanitarian visa route will be established.   Thousands more Ukrainians will be welcomed to the UK as the Government continues its support for Ukraine in their fight against the Russian invasion.  
2/3/2022
UK Introduces New Sanctions Against Russia Including Ban On Ships And Fresh Financial Measures
The UK has introduced new sanctions against Russia, including banning Russian ships from UK ports and additional economic measures.   Russian ships banned from UK ports, following fresh wave of sanctions.  
2/3/2022
Ambitious Reforms To Capital Markets Regulation And Listings Rules Announced
Post Brexit reforms to regulation of wholesale capital markets and prospectus regime announced on Tuesday 1 March.   Changes will cut red tape and help make the City of London an even more attractive place to invest and to do business.  
2/3/2022
Rishi Sunak Calls On G7 Finance Ministers And Central Bank Governors To Go Faster And Further In Support Of UkraineThumbnail for article : Rishi Sunak Calls On G7 Finance Ministers And Central Bank Governors To Go Faster And Further In Support Of Ukraine
During the first meeting of G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors under the German Presidency, Rishi Sunak called on the group to go "faster and further" in support of Ukraine.   Speaking with Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko, Rishi Sunak described the fortitude shown by the Ukrainian government and the Ukrainian people as "truly inspiring".  
2/3/2022
Oil Price Continues Upward Surge To $110 - At 2.30pm Today $114 Continuing Upwards
The oil price overnight reached $110 a barrel for Brent Crude.   Updating Oil Prices.  
2/3/2022
Medical Supplies For Ukraine - From Scotland
£2.9 million of urgently needed items Scotland is sending critical medical supplies and equipment to help Ukraine following the illegal invasion by Russia.   Over 500,000 emergency items valued at about £2.9 million, including hypodermic needles and oxygen masks are being donated by NHS Scotland.  
1/3/2022
£2m investment proposed to enable more investment in climate action & retain skills in Highland
A £2m investment in action to tackle climate change, in Highland Council's budget proposals, are expected to benefit long term employment, skills development and career opportunities for people to remain and work in Highland.   Despite a challenging financial settlement and significant inflationary pressures the Council has exercised prudent financial management which has enabled a new £10m investment programme to be developed for 2022/23.  
1/3/2022
Swift: Ejecting Russia Is Largely Symbolic - Here's Why
Russia's invasion of Ukraine is horrifying.  Western leaders, fearing a broader war, are responding primarily with economic sanctions.  
1/3/2022
‘Just Short Of Nuclear': The Latest Financial Sanctions Will Cripple Russia's Economy
The financial measures just announced against Russia are unprecedented for a country of its size.   This of course means it's impossible to predict exactly how their impacts will reverberate around the Russian - and global - economy.  
1/3/2022
Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd - Sale 1 March 2022
DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (March, 1st) sold 18 prime cattle.   Prime bullocks (8) averaged 234.3p and sold to 250.0p per kg and £1,572.15 gross.  
1/3/2022
Upskilling To Address Climate Change
People who are part of, or wishing to enter a land or nature based industry, can apply for funding support to gain practical skills required to respond to the climate change challenge.   Supported by Scottish Government funding of up to £250,000 and administered by Lantra Scotland, the Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Practical Training Fund is open to applications from people aged 13 and over.  
1/3/2022
Health Inequalities Statistics Released
Scotland's Chief Statistician today announced the publication of the latest Long-term Monitoring of Health Inequalities report.   The report includes a range of indicators selected in order to monitor health inequalities over time.  
1/3/2022
Coronavirus (covid-19): Daily Data For Scotland - 1 March 2022
7,497 new cases* of COVID-19 reported.   21 new reported deaths* of people who have tested positive.  
1/3/2022
Scotland's National Strategy For Economic Transformation
A new National Strategy for Economic Transformation, underpinned by detailed analysis of Scotland's economic strengths and weaknesses, has been published.   The strategy contains over 70 actions across five key priority programmes that have been identified as having the greatest potential to deliver economic growth that significantly outperforms the last decade within the current constitutional arrangements.