The state of the hospitality and service industry is at an all time low. Young people are being shafted – through low pay, precarious hours, and even harassment and danger to one’s health.
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The Most Obscure Societies at Scottish Universities
Clubs and societies are an essential part of student life at universities world-wide and reflect the variety of people who attend each one. For university applicants hoping to study in Scotland starting this September, the clubs and societies on offer at each university could affect the final decision they make. There are 15 universities in… Continue reading The Most Obscure Societies at Scottish Universities
Top Scots to Follow on Instagram
Instagram is great but sometimes the endless selfies and food photos get a little boring, so we’re constantly on the look out for interesting new accounts to follow. There are so many brilliant Scottish Instagrammers who post photos which show off the best bits of our country. Misty mountains or city evenings – whatever your tastes,… Continue reading Top Scots to Follow on Instagram
Here’s Why Scotland is the Best Place on Earth
We are naturally really optimistic people. Especially when it comes to weather… I mean, who remembers when we named a hurricane this… We put pasta INSIDE our pies https://www.instagram.com/p/0zRN2nPcZy/ We are also home to the best soft drink ever created https://www.instagram.com/p/BNC6skXBdzW/ We like to have a bit of fun with our statues https://www.instagram.com/p/BKOnMPLBoxq/ Our Halloween… Continue reading Here’s Why Scotland is the Best Place on Earth
#Blow Interview: How I launched Scotland’s Most Popular Hair Salon
https://www.instagram.com/p/BIvU9mlBjOq/?tagged=ohblow Less than three years ago, Fallon Carberry set Glasgow alight when she launched a stylish hair salon that celebrated individuality, glamour and colour. Loved by bloggers and locals alike, Blow quickly became the one stop shop for wild dyes and big blow outs. They’ve now launched their second salon (and first training academy) in… Continue reading #Blow Interview: How I launched Scotland’s Most Popular Hair Salon
Best Things To Do In Scotland’s Two Days Of Summer
The sun’s finally out, so it’s time to make the most of Scottish summer while it’s here. If you’re bored of lying down in a patch of sun at the park, here’s a few alternatives. Camping Although not blessed with great weather all year round, Scotland is blessed with amazing camping spots. From Glen Etive to Loch Lomond,… Continue reading Best Things To Do In Scotland’s Two Days Of Summer
Scottish Youths: The real reaction to the EU Ref Results
Before the referendum, Remain campaigners voiced concerns that laid-back youngsters would cost Britain its future in the EU, by leaving it to others to vote in the EU Referendum on their behalf. Now that Britain has voted to leave the EU, with a Scottish turnout of only 67.2%, this fear seems to be realised. But are… Continue reading Scottish Youths: The real reaction to the EU Ref Results
Ten reasons to be a proud Scot today
Stick on your finest tartan item, grab yourself a haggis and maybe even fling a ceilidh if you’re feeling organised, because today is St Andrew’s Day! While we don’t celebrate our national patron saint in quite the same manner as some of our neighbours (we’re looking at you, Ireland), today is a great day to… Continue reading Ten reasons to be a proud Scot today
#GrowingUpScottish: the best bits
Scotland rocks. We’ve got some of the most beautiful landscapes, best people, strangest traditions, most incredible bands and enough amazing stories to last us for years – and it would seem that social media agrees. For the last 24 hours, the hashtag #GrowingUpScottish has been trending on Twitter, as Scots far and wide recall the… Continue reading #GrowingUpScottish: the best bits