4 h. ago Small Business Saturday and a Christmas message we should all heed

Small businesses are the lifeblood of the Scottish economy and many are in real trouble

Politics

18 h. ago Campaigners call on nation to support 'essential' Small Business Saturday

The Small Business Saturday UK campaign reports encouraging signs that UK Christmas spending with small businesses could rise by 19% this year - to £5.3 billion

Politics

37 h. ago Small businesses prepare for their busiest period as they fill High Street void

SMALL businesses are banking on tomorrow to kickstart a bumper Christmas. It marks the annual Small Business Saturday, when shoppers are urged to shop local and support independent retailers nationwide. The campaign — founded in the US 15 years ago — arrived in the UK in 2013. Since then, it has seen a huge growth...

Politics

67 h. ago Small Business Saturday: Shoppers urged to support local firms in run

The annual tradition, which started in the US, falls this weekend on 6 December and is expected to boost small businesses £5.3bn

Economics

3 d. ago Princess Kate shares Christmas cheer as she emphasises power of ‘simple acts’ of love in heartwarming letter

PRINCESS Kate has spread Christmas cheer as she hailed the power of "simple acts" of love in a heartwarming letter. The Princess of Wales, 43, penned a heartfelt message to guests attending her Together At Christmas carol service. She welcomed the festive period that reminds us "how deeply our lives are woven together". On a...

Politics

3 d. ago Princess of Wales issues special message to the nation at Christmas

In a personal message for guests at the Together at Christmas event at Westminster Abbey on Friday, the princess spoke of the importance of checking in on loved ones and friends “at a time when life can sometimes feel fragmented or uncertain”.

Politics

4 d. ago Alan Carr launches Christmas hotline to deliver awkward festive messages for Brits

Deliveroo has teamed up with comedian Alan Carr to launch the You Do Yule Hotline, helping Brits tell their loved ones how they really want to spend Christmas

Events

7 d. ago JoJo Siwa shares worrying snap of herself being taken to hospital in an ambulance just hours ahead of her free performance at a US mall

The singer, 22, was due to sing her new Christmas song, a cover of Message To The World (Little Drummer Girl), before being left injured.

Politics

7 d. ago Brooklyn Beckham's grandmother sends a message that she misses him as first Christmas since bitter feud looms

Traditionally it's a time of goodwill, kindness and generosity - just ask Jackie Adams, who has ensured her absent grandson still gets a stocking this Christmas.

Politics

7 d. ago Holiday retail revolution? Nearly 80 percent of shoppers want to do all their spending at small businesses

Small Business Saturday, on November 29, encourages shoppers to support local, independent businesses nationwide

Economics

1 week ago Scottish Maritime Museum lends backing to Small Business Saturday

The annual Small Business Saturday UK campaign highlights, and promotes support for, small businesses across the country.

Politics

1 week ago Primary school's Christmas show featuring a scene about Syrian refugee children is cancelled

Cauldeen Primary School in Inverness were set to portray a stage version of Gimme, Gimme, Gimme, which featured a scene about refugee children in the Syrian conflict.

Culture

1 week ago Scottish school cancels Christmas play after ‘racist and abusive’ messages

Show at Cauldeen primary school in Inverness had included a scene explaining hardship faced by Syrian refugeesA primary school in Scotland has cancelled its Christmas show after receiving “racist and abusive” messages because it featured sympathy towards Syrian refugees.The decision by Cauldeen primary school in Inverness follows rising tensions at other schools in Scotland over adult English classes being targeted by far-right demonstrators, which has also led to events being cancelled. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago Primary school cancels Christmas show after receiving 'racist messages' as Police Scotland launch probe

Highland Council said there was ‘negative feedback’ on social media and ‘racist and abusive’ messages

Events

2 w. ago Moment police quiz Nathan Gill about cryptic 'Christmas presents' bribe messages

The former Reform UK and UKIP leader in Wales pleaded guilty to eight counts of bribery in relation to making pro-Russian statements on Ukrainian television and the European Parliament

Events

2 w. ago Teacher gave pupil cocktail and Xmas card signed 'your best buddy' with a kiss

Richard James Pugh was head of science at Llangatwg Community School in Neath when he messaged the child on social media and then gave her a Christmas card and gifts

Politics

4 w. ago Blind date: ‘The most awkward moment? Trying to get the lighting right for our cute little selfie’

Will, 33, a government officer (left), meets Fred, 29, a business analystWhat were you hoping for? To have a fun Saturday night with someone kind and easygoing. Continue reading...

Events

4 w. ago Illuminated angels soar over streets of London with message of 'welcome' to the capital as new Christmas lights go up a day after Bonfire Night

The seasonal spectacle runs until January 4, inviting Londoners and visitors alike to soak up the sparkle and joy of the season.

Events