DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (April 2nd) sold 1,499 Prime Sheep. Old Season Lambs (765) averaged 311.0p per kg and sold to 365.0p per kg for a pair of Beltex crosses from Torgorm, Conon Bridge and £182 gross for a pair of Rouges from Ellis Park, Conon Bridge.
Funding outlined to support transformational R&D in areas like life sciences, green energy, engineering and beyond. Almost £14 billion of R&D funding allocated to bolster life sciences, green energy, space and beyond to improve lives and grow the economy.
Outside dining and later opening hours on the menu as government backs British pubs, clubs and restaurants with moves to slash burdensome red tape in the hospitality sector. Mayor of London to be armed with new powers to review blocked licensing applications and boost the capital's night-time economy.
Ambassador Holland updates on UK and partners' efforts to fight against Organised Immigration Crime and the protection of our collective border security. Thank you Chair.
Government begins process seeking business views on response to US tariffs. UK Government launches next stage in process asking UK businesses to comment on options to shape UK's potential response to US tariffs.
The Environment Agency has secured a proceeds of crime judgment for £313,382.45 against men from Northampton who ran an illegal waste tyre site. A pair of Northampton men are to pay for their role in an illegal tyre waste site in Daventry.
A revised Heat in Buildings Bill will set a new target for decarbonising heating systems by 2045 alongside continuing work to reduce fuel poverty. Acting Minister for Climate Action Alasdair Allan confirmed the Scottish Government's intention to bring forward a revised Bill for consideration by the Scottish Parliament later in 2025, to include: A target for decarbonising heating systems by 2045, sending a strong signal to homeowners, landlords and other building owners on the need to prepare for change while outlining collective actions to help do this.
In late March 2025, nearly a third (32%) of businesses with 10 or more employees reported they had some form of concern about their supply chains over the next 12 months. this is up 2 percentage points from late December 2024 and up 5 percentage points compared to late September 2024.
The second of three planned shipments of high level waste in the form of vitrified residues has been safely delivered to Germany. Seven flasks containing high level waste were transported from the Sellafield site, West Cumbria to the port of Barrow-in-Furness by rail.
International experts in robotics, remote technologies and AI took part in a Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) and Sellafield Ltd co-hosted workshop. The week-long workshop showcased best practice in innovative technologies to support nuclear decommissioning.
Tips for motorists on how to recognise and avoid scams, including emails and text messages. DVLA is reminding motorists how they can keep themselves safe from vehicle and driving licence scams.
Elon Musk is not just suffering from the drop in Tesla electric car sales. An important factor is his profits from sale of carbon credits heavily connected to the sales of the cars.
There are several dimensions to consider when looking at how U.S. tariffs might drive up drug costs for the NHS in the United Kingdom.
UK Export Finance has guaranteed £184 million in financing for one of Taiwan's largest offshore wind projects. The deal secures £55 million in manufacturing and service contracts for British suppliers, supporting local jobs and economic growth.
A new report from Aston Business School evaluates the economic fallout of US tariffs across six potential future scenarios, from unilateral US actions to a full-scale global trade war, and outlines strategic responses for the UK. Significant disruptions in trade, widespread price hikes and welfare losses could have a global economic toll of $1.4 trillion, under the worst-case scenario.
More unpaid carers in Scotland could benefit from financial support as a key change in eligibility rules comes into effect from 6 April 2025. The earnings limit for Carer Support Payment will increase from £151 to £196 a week.
The United States has recently announced new tariffs on imports from the United Kingdom. A 10% tariff will be applied to all UK goods exported to the US2.
Consumers can adopt several strategies to mitigate the impact of increased prices due to new tariffs. Here are some effective approaches: Seek Domestic Alternatives and Substitute Products: Since tariffs often hit imported goods hardest, consumers can look for domestic or alternative substitutes that are less affected by the tariff hike.
The Minister for Investment has signed a new partnership with Singaporean bank OCBC, which will help unlock £10 billion of investment into key priority sectors in the UK. Minister for Investment Poppy Gustafsson signs new partnership with OCBC, Singapore's second largest bank, to facilitate £10 billion investment into the UK.
Eight leading Scottish games companies are to showcase their products and expertise to a global audience. They will leave on 5th April for a two week visit to Japan, one of the world's biggest and most influential gaming markets, which will see them meet potential new investors, customers and commercial contacts.
