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‘One in seven’ shops lies vacant
Getty Images One in seven shops in Scotland is currently empty and no longer trading, according to new industry figures. The Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC)…
When the tourists don’t turn up
Douglas Fraser Business and economy editor, Scotland This should be the start of the main tourist season, but next-to-nothing is moving, and it’s unclear when…
A mission to the Pacific plastic patch
Dr Charlotte Brassey Science writer Mission to the plastic patch: On board with Capt Charles Moore and his team A mariner who has spent years…
Ford’s Merseyside investment to secure 500 UK jobs
Ford Europe Ford is to invest £230m in its Halewood plant on Merseyside to make electric car parts, helping safeguard 500 jobs. The investment will…
Brexit plea over Scotland’s perishable exports
Getty Images The UK government has arranged additional freight capacity Scotland’s transport secretary has called for time-sensitive exports to be given priority in the event…
UK councils fear bankruptcy amid Covid-19 costs
Getty Images Leeds City Council said the government needed to step in and help stabilise local authority finances Some of the largest UK councils say…
How a Highland village is changing to meet staycation demand
BBC Ullapool and the surrounding area in Wester Ross have grown in popularity in recent years Tourism businesses in and around Ullapool are expecting a…
Making sure you get the right type of calorie
Michelle Roberts Health editor, BBC News online Getty Images The British Nutrition Foundation is launching a concept called the “quality calorie”, to make people think…
Fuel price rise concerns after oil hits 10-month high
BBC Annie Davies says she has to ask herself whether she can afford to fill up her car Filling up her tank with diesel, Annie…
Pret a Manger job cut fears as sales plunge
Vivienne Nunis Business reporter, BBC News Getty Images A leaked video revealing how sales have plunged at Pret a Manger during the coronavirus crisis has…