Umaradmin, Author at Shaf Rasul

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3 February 2025

Locals Need to Realise It’s Not Locked Lomond

Loch Lomond is often regarded as one of Scotland’s most stunning destinations. It’s a place…

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27 January 2025

Any more than 5% tourist tax & business will be Edin for cliff edge

Edinburgh’s long-awaited tourist levy has finally taken a step forward, with the City Council approving…

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20 January 2025

It’s been far from plain sailing…but new ferries will be boost

WE all know that the story of CalMac’s long awaited Glen Sannox ferry has been…

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13 January 2025

Property sector gets into shape for new year

WITH the new year under way and everyone kick starting their resolutions and new fitness…

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6 January 2025

Out with old…in with new opportunity

HISTORICALLY, Scotland has been at the vanguard of innovation, particularly when it comes to advancements…

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30 December 2024

A tough year ..be ready for same again

I’ve spent the last few weeks reflecting on 2024 and what it’s meant for Scottish…

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23 December 2024

Gig venues quids in with arena levy

You don’t need me to tell you that the country’s night time economy - that’s…

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16 December 2024

Tough times point way to reinvention

As we near the end of the year, it’s hard to ignore the storm clouds…

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9 December 2024

‘Tis the off season to make lolly

One of my favourite things about living in Scotland is the rich cultural diversity and…

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2 December 2024

We need fixes for housing crisis today… not tomorrow

Scotland’s housing crisis is undeniable. Thousands of people need homes, but supply isn’t keeping up.…

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Locals Need to Realise It’s Not Locked Lomond

Any more than 5% tourist tax & business will be Edin for cliff edge

It’s been far from plain sailing…but new ferries will be boost

Property sector gets into shape for new year

Out with old…in with new opportunity

A tough year ..be ready for same again

Gig venues quids in with arena levy

Tough times point way to reinvention

‘Tis the off season to make lolly

We need fixes for housing crisis today… not tomorrow

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