44 m. ago The young local talent breathing new life into the Isle of Skye’s food scene

A new generation of chefs and distillers are showcasing the Hebridean island’s outstanding produce and creating jobs for fellow islandersWith its dramatic, rugged mountain skyline, winding roads and ever-changing weather, the Isle of Skye has long appealed to lovers of the wild. Over the last decade, however, the largest island in the Inner Hebrides has been drawing visitors for other reasons – its dynamic food and drink scene. Leading the way are young Sgitheanach (people from Skye) with a global outlook but a commitment to local, sustainable ingredients. It’s also the result of an engaged community keen to create good, year-round jobs that keep young people on the island.Calum Montgomery is Skye born and bred, and he’s passionate about showcasing the island’s larder on his menus at Edinbane Lodge. “If someone is coming to Skye I want them to appreciate the landscape, but also the quality of our produce,” he says. “Our mussels, lobster, scallops and crab are second to none.” Montgo...

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52 m. ago The stunning autumn walk near Greater Manchester perfect for half term

Gather the family together and head out on this autumn walk which takes in beautiful seasonal foliage

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1 hour ago 'Perfect storm': Prison officers warn 'crisis point' in Scotland's prisons has already been reached

Prison officers are demanding more government funding to help tackle the issues caused by overcrowding.

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1 hour ago Number of illegal worker arrests in Scotland up by nearly a third

More than 350 illegal workers were arrested between October 2024 and September - up 30 per cent on previous 12 months

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1 hour ago Familiar embrace of Celtic must tempt Ange Postecoglou but return would be a mistake | John Duerden

The Australian coach’s legacy in Scotland is best left untouched while he needs a period of reflection – not to take the next job that comes alongIt is fair to say that Ange Postecoglou had a hard time during his 40-day stint at Nottingham Forest, but there is perhaps a more difficult test on the way. Being out of work means that his name is automatically going to be linked with available coaching jobs in Europe. It’s a nice problem to have, especially as the northern winter approaches and axes start to fall. There are few available coaches whose fingerprints are still on a major European trophy and who also have recent and major Premier League experience.There have already been changes in England’s top tier with Forest being the main driver, firing Nuno Espírito Santo who then went on to replace Graham Potter at West Ham United, then bringing in Postecoglou and then replacing him with Sean Dyche. In the coming weeks and months, more will follow. There are lots of skill sets that a ...

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2 h. ago This woodland walk near a quiet village ends with an epic Sunday Roast

There's really nothing like an autumn woodland walk to clear the mind and soothe the soul after a busy week at work

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2 h. ago UK snow forecast as maps show '3cm per hour' blizzard in Scotland and England

Advanced weather modelling maps show 3cm of snow could fall per hour as a wintry blast looks set to sweep across both Scotland and northern parts of England

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3 h. ago Widow of last cop to be murdered in Scotland demands better gear for officers

The widow of murdered police officer Lewis Fulton has called for more protection for frontline officers including a full roll out of body worn cameras.

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3 h. ago Boozy rammies soar at Scots airports as incidents almost treble since pre

New figures released by Police Scotland under Freedom of Information show that the numbers of incidents involving drunk passengers at airports has almost tripled since 2019.

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3 h. ago Paul Smith to Design Christmas Tree for London’s Royal Opera House

Paul Smith to Design Christmas Tree for London’s Royal Opera House  WWD

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5 h. ago 'Lost' UK village compared to Atlantis that has wild beaches and coast full of shipwrecks

The village was once a rival to London and an important medieval hub. But a series of unfortunate storms meant much of it was lost to the sea and now lies under the water

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5 h. ago Winter wonderland weekends: 4 holiday parks offering festive stays from just £39 a night

These UK staycations could be an excellent choice for family get-togethers and getting into the Christmas spirit, offering everything from Santa visits to festive food

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5 h. ago Debenhams' 'best' Christmas gift for beauty buffs reduced from £59 to £18

It's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

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6 h. ago Britain's spookiest spots are revealed ahead of Halloween... is YOUR nightmare on the list?

Palaces, cemeteries, jails and even whole villages made the nation's 20 most haunted places, according to a Halloween survey.

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6 h. ago CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews Mary At 90: A Lifetime Of Cooking: The horror! Mary's 1970s barbecue was a drain cover on breeze blocks

CHRISTOPHER STEVENS: Mary turned 90 last March, though she's as bright as ever, and for this six-part celebration she is giving cookery lessons in everything from spaghetti to sponge

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7 h. ago Undergarment upgrades bring many Mormon women comfort and joy

New sleeveless sacred undergarments for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are now available in the U.S., exciting many women in the faith

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7 h. ago Guinness Open Gate Brewery: Drinks giant finally reveals details of enormous new London home

The new 50,000 sq ft space will open in Covent Garden before Christmas

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7 h. ago John Swinney to ask if Holyrood is strong enough to stand up to Reform ‘threat’

The First Minister and Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar will address a conference in Edinburgh on Wednesday.

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8 h. ago Charlie Kirk's top team set the record straight on 'mysterious' shooting aftermath video

Turning Point USA leader and Executive Producer of The Charlie Kirk Show Andrew Kolvet took time on Monday to address the latest viral claims about the late Kirk's death head-on.

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8 h. ago British soldier who died of 'gunshot to the head' in Ukraine after being injured by bomb was 'concerned about how war casualties were being dealt with', inquest told

Former Royal Marine commando Oliver Bovey, 27, was fighting against Russian forces in the Donetsk region when an explosion left him with leg injuries

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