Homeowners are being urged to install interlinked heat and smoke alarms in a nationwide media campaign launched before new fire safety laws come into effect next year. From February all homeowners will be required to have interlinked alarms under legislation brought forward after the Grenfell Tower tragedy in 2017.
As well as providing estimates on infection levels and antibodies, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Infection Survey (CIS) collects information from participants on their vaccination status, providing some insight into vaccine effectiveness on variants, including Delta. Our monthly visits to the same participants over a long period of time allow us to see who becomes infected and how antibodies change over time.
DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (August, 19th) sold 14,650 store lambs at their annual district sale to average £67.52 (+£7.47 on the year). Cheviot wedder lambs (8,600) averaged £64.15 (+£5.11) and sold to £128 gross from 1 Dounie, Edderton.
An expert group of leading scientists and medical specialists set up to advise the Scottish Government on preparing for the threat of future pandemics will meet for the first time today. The Standing Committee on Pandemics will be tasked with ensuring that the country is as prepared as possible for any future risks from novel pathogens.
There is still time for eligible residents to benefit from up to 100%* Scottish Government grant funding available for First Time Central Heating. This would be delivered through the installation of an air source heat pump, new radiators and new controls.
Scotland's net fiscal balance has weakened since last year, reflecting the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on public finances and economies in Scotland, the UK, and globally, according to statistics published by Scotland’s Chief Statistician Roger Halliday. The latest Government Expenditure & Revenue Scotland (GERS) statistics show the first estimate of the full impact of the pandemic on public finances.
One escalating problem facing shoppers and sellers is that of returning items to the EU - particularly if they are being rejected because of unexpected taxes and duties. Strictly speaking, the cost of returns for unwanted goods purchased online from the EU should be paid for by the receiver.
When the Brexit agreement was finally struck on Christmas Eve, Prime Minister Boris Johnson claimed he had secured a 'cakeist' Brexit deal, meaning Britain could have its cake and eat it. By mid-February it was looking increasingly likely that Britain's consumers and traders had been left with crumbs.
The latest Government Business Insights report reveals the ongoing crisis enveloping transportation and storage businesses. The home delivery expert ParcelHero says the report acknowledges the problem for freight companies has been worsened by the increasing driver shortage.
VAT has also become a nightmare post Brexit. It has impacted on UK traders selling to the EU, European sellers shipping to UK customers and, most importantly, to UK online shoppers.
Pandemic has "shifted the fiscal landscape". New figures highlight the impact coronavirus (COVID-19) has had on the economy and public spending in Scotland.
A survey of international hauliers carried out by the Road Haulage Association (RHA) found the volume of exports travelling from British ports to the EU fell 68% in January compared to the same period last year. The research led its Chief Executive, Richard Burnett, to write to Cabinet Minister Michael Gove to call for assistance, particularly with increasing the number of customs agents from 10,000 to 50,0000 to help firms with extra, post-Brexit paperwork.
The Government trumpeted its ‘free trade' agreement but entirely failed to warn Brits shopping online with EU sellers that there are now duties of up to 25% to pay on many goods bought from EU sellers valued at over £135 (or 150 euros), To qualify for zero customs duties, items must meet the terms of the ‘rules of origin' agreed in the Brexit deal. Therefore, the item must either have a statement of origin from the exporter, showing where all its components were sourced, or the importer must prove knowledge of their origin.
National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher exams will be held in spring 2022 if public health advice allows. The decision has been informed by public health advice and by the views of partners, including those on the National Qualifications Group, which includes representatives of young people, parents, teachers and other education professionals.
2,538 new cases of COVID-19 reported. 35,999 new tests for COVID-19 that reported results 7.5% of these were positive.
Temporary COVID recovery funding of £80 million that helped to recruit 1,400 teachers and 250 support staff is to be made permanent. From April 2022, the sum will be allocated annually to the local government settlement.
Dr Fiona McLean, a passionate advocate for the role of education in communities, has been elected as the University of the Highlands and Islands' sixth rector. Dr McLean, who lives in Newtonmore, was selected by staff, students and community representatives.
By law, workers must be paid at least the minimum wage for their age - here are 10 outrageous excuses employers have used to try and flout the rules. While the vast majority of employers pay their employees at least the National Minimum Wage, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has today released some of the most absurd excuses used for not paying the legal minimum.
First-ever vision to kick start world-leading hydrogen economy set to support over 9,000 UK jobs and unlock £4 billion investment by 2030. First-ever vision to kick start world-leading hydrogen economy set to support over 9,000 UK jobs and unlock £4 billion investment by 2030.
Measures ramped up to maximise testing capacity, including consulting on plans to streamline process for drivers to obtain an HGV licence. A campaign to recruit additional vocational driving examiners in England and Wales to help reduce the lorry driver shortage has been launched by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) (16 August 2021).
