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Rare book with handwritten notes by Adam Smith to go on display
by Calum Loudon on 2 December 2024 at 07:35
A rare book is being displayed in his home town of Kirkcaldy, Fife, at Kirkcaldy Galleries, until February 28.
BAE Systems to recruit more than 2,400 apprentices and graduates in 2025
by Matthew Fulton on 2 December 2024 at 07:20
BAE Systems said its investment has led to the opening of its third multimillion-pound skills academy in Glasgow this year.
Dundee’s creative community makes plea to council to protect UNESCO arts and culture funding
by Felicity Clifford on 2 December 2024 at 07:09
Local artists and business owners fear funding will be cut as council seek to fill a potential budget shortfall of £15.6m next year.