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First-of-a-kind AI educational tool introduced by surgeons

 A first of its kind service in the UK has been launched by two of the country’s leading plastic surgeons, offering patients a free AI-driven educational tool that mirrors the expertise of an in-person consultation. The virtual surgeon, developed by Dr. Omar Quaba and his father, Dr. Awf Quaba, enables patients to receive instant, personalised

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Guide to retail and foodservice sustainability targets launched to support producers

 The Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Net Zero Commitment has launched a comprehensive guide for Scottish producers to help them align with their customers’ sustainability ambitions. The guide, published today, is informed by ongoing engagement with UK national retailers and foodservice companies. Priorities and goals vary between businesses but the research found that Science-Based Targets (SBT)

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Former coal mine seeks new identity as windfarm developer puts locals at the heart of plans

 A leading Scottish renewables developer is inviting a local community to help shape a new wind farm in Cumnock and Doon Valley, starting by giving it a name, inspired by the areas mining history. OnPath Energy has submitted a scoping report for a yet-to-be-named wind farm northeast of New Cumnock and will collaborate with local

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A record number of women leaders are helping to transform the rural economy in Scotland

 Following International Women’s Day, Scotland’s leading entrepreneurial support organization Elevator is celebrating not only the imminent appointment of its first female CEO but a remarkable surge in the number of women participating in its Scottish Rural Leadership Programme. At the end of this month (March), Rachel Ross (Pictured above) will take over from Professor Gary McEwan to lead Elevator

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Lantra gears up to tackle harmful algal blooms with sector-wide training rollout

 Lantra, the training and skills body for the land-based and environment sector, has expanded its capabilities in the aquaculture sector after taking over the leadership of a UK-wide training initiative focused on harmful algal blooms (HABs). Funded by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) UK Seafood Fund: Skills and Training Scheme, the

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£9 million funding boost to bring key semiconductor manufacturing capability to Scotland

 A new R&D development designed to support the growth of semiconductor packaging has received a £9 million funding injection, helping to reshore a critical part of the UK’s £500 million electrification supply chain and create new opportunities for manufacturers to access new markets and cut costs. Hosted by the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS), the

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Chicking shortlisted for prestigious business award

 Global chicken brand, Chicking has been shortlist for the British Business Awards 2025, in association with NatWest, in the category of Retail Business of the Year.  Chicking has been shortlisted in this category alongside Seasalt Cornwall, Moto, Champo, Six Stories and Stephens Bakery. They will look to take home this accolade when these prestigious awards

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Barrhead Travel invests £300,000 in store refurb programme

 The UK’s leading travel agent, Barrhead Travel, has invested £300,000 in the revamp of its stores in Braehead, Dunfermline and East Kilbride. As part of an ongoing programme of existing store refits and refurbishments, the group is planning investment in at least five of its Scottish stores this year. Its Braehead store completed its refurbishment

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Ospa secures 100,000 sq. ft. of lettings in its maiden year

 Ospa, the flexible office service provided by Scotland’s largest commercial property company, HFD, secured just under 100,000 sq. ft. of lettings in its first year since the new concept was launched, as the office market in the greater Glasgow area bounced back. Introduced in February 2024, Ospa provides occupiers in Scotland with a unique, all-inclusive

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