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The Royal Highland Show signs new deal<\/p>\n

This is show week in Scotland with many farmers and people involved in food and drink production from farming to consumers getting ready to attend The Royal Highland Show at Ingliston.<\/p>\n

Some 200,000 visitors are expected to go to the Highland Show over the four days from Thursday.<\/p>\n

The Royal Bank has confirmed its support for the event by entering into an extension of its corporate partnership for a further period of three years. <\/p>\n

The annual event is regarded as one of Europe\u2019s best agribusiness showcases and also raises funds for the charity RHASS (the Royal Highland Agricultural Society of Scotland).\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Alex Paterson, Chief Executive of RHASS, said: \u201cWe are delighted that as we gear up to host our 203rd\u00a0Show our partnership with the Royal Bank of Scotland continues. With the bank being the biggest lender to the agricultural sector in Scotland, we couldn\u2019t ask for a sponsor more aligned with our ambitions, as we continue to support the advancement of agriculture and help to educate and connect people across the sector.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Royal Highland Show is at the heart of Scotland\u2019s rural calendar, bringing together the very best in agricultural competitions, food producers, farmers, families and visitors from across the country and beyond. With over 4,000 livestock, hundreds of trade exhibitors, and a huge variety of entertainment and music it\u2019s a fantastic day out and if you haven\u2019t been before, I can promise that there is something for everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tickets to the Show are available to purchase here. <\/a>\u202f<\/p>\n

\"\"Alex Paterson, Chief Executive of RHASS and Judith Cruickshank, Chair, Scotland Board, Royal Bank of Scotland<\/p>\n

Sarah Boyack MSP to step down at election<\/p>\n

Lothians MSP Sarah Boyack who was first elected to The Scottish Parliament in 1999 has announced she will step down at the next election. <\/p>\n

Ms Boyack has campaigned on many issues, from bus passes to trying to rid the city of \u201cparty flats\u201d. In recent weeks she managed to persuade the First Minister to give her an assurance that the Scottish Government will look at the relatively small amount of cash needed to ensure that Filmhouse will be able to complete all four cinemas before opening at the end of the month.<\/p>\n

Sarah said: \u201cIt has been the honour of my life to serve my community in the Scottish Parliament, but I\u2019ve decided not to stand in next year\u2019s election.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am proud of what I achieved both in government & as a local MSP, from introducing free bus passes for the over 60s andnational parks, to pushing the successful campaign to secure a new eye hospital for Edinburgh.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am excited to campaign for Scottish Labour in the 2026 election and I will continue to support action to tackle our housing & climate emergencies after my time in Holyrood is done.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s been a privilege to serve the people of Lothian.\u201d<\/p>\n

Read more here<\/a><\/p>\n

Scotland 2050 <\/p>\n

This conference takes place in Edinburgh today. <\/p>\n

The First Minister will address the delegates setting out what independence could mean for Scotland. <\/p>\n

The vision of the conference is this: \u201cScotland 2050 aims to foster an ambitious and forward-thinking atmosphere, allowing participants to dream big and set out challenging and credible paths towards the future of Scotland.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy bringing together leading thinkers from civil society, industry, academia, and policy, Scotland 2050 will provide a space for creative and informed debate on the big ideas of today and the road to tomorrow.\u201d<\/p>\n

Read more here.<\/a><\/p>\n

The Big Noise <\/p>\n

Ian Murray the Secretary of State for Scotland visited the Big Noise in Wester Hailes to see and hear for himself the results of a social change programme established three years ago.<\/p>\n

Read more here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Celebrating ten years as a UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/p>\n

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In association with Edinburgh World Heritage, there will be a presentation celebrating the Forth Bridge\u2019s 10th anniversary of becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The keynote speaker is Dr Miles Oglethorpe who will give a talk entitled \u201cCelebrating Industrial World Heritage\u201d covering how the Forth Bridge World Heritage nomination came about, and where it fits into the wider context of the representation of Industrial Heritage on UNESCO\u2019s World Heritage List. In addition, there will be an introduction by the Forth Bridges Forum, closing remarks from Network Rail about future plans for the bridge and an opportunity for questions.<\/p>\n

Advance booking is essential. This free event will be viewable online for those unable to attend in person. This will be via Teams and a link will be sent out soon after bookings are received.<\/p>\n

Date: Thursday 3 July 2025
Time: 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Location: Transport Scotland Contact & Education Centre, Ferrymuir Gait, South Queensferry, EH30 9SF.<\/p>\n

There is also a public exhibition running 3 \u2013 5 July 10am \u2013 4pm, in the same venue and this will be open from 5.30pm on 3rd July for those attending the talk in person.<\/p>\n

Book here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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