“It is not just about what the shocks are; it is essentially about what effect they are going to have” Andrew Bailey, Governor Bank of England
UK’s ‘Sick’ Economy Hit by Rising Prices & Ill Health of Workers
The Good, The Bad – & The Budget
“This Budget focuses on tackling the climate emergency, reducing inequalities and supporting economic recovery. “
Time to Re-set ?
“Is it time for a more radical re-set? If so what priorities might we want to put up front and centre?”
What normal?
“The normal that we are being driven towards is a numbing of the horror of the scale of deaths.”
Invasive Species Costing Us Millions Every Year
Why should we bother tackling the issue of invasive species?
The Scientific Landscape – A Landscape Of Power
“Science must become less unequal, more cooperative and more open.”
Candidates Explain Their Ideas For The Highlands & Islands
In an election that has been pretty much uninspiring The Pebble Trust held one of the best Hustings I have watched so far.
How Well Is Scotland’s Economy?
In the short term, a recent report by the Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde, has shown some cause for optimism.
” Strong community bonds in the face of adversity” Recovering from the Pandemic
“The example of Sanday was given where the shop ordered extra supplies to ensure everyone got what they needed and also set up a DIY and gardening section in response to local demand.”
Islands Growth Deal Signed
£100million – £50million from each of the UK Government and the Scottish Government – and covering a period of 10 years will deliver a ‘Growth Deal’ for the 3 Islands Authorities: Orkney, Shetland and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar.
