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Program: Victorian government reassessing mining proposal
The Victorian government is facing accusations it's manipulating its own planning system to fast track a mineral sands mining project it has previously rejected. Critics say the proposal for the project in eastern Victoria has not changed significantly since it was knocked back over environmental concerns five years ago.
Expanding Into Canada: The Comprehensive And Progressive Agreement For Trans-Pacific Partnership Considerations
AB Aird & Berlis LLP More Aird & Berlis is a leading Canadian law firm with offices in Toronto and Vancouver, serving clients across Canada and around the world. We provide strategic legal advice on business, regulatory, constitutional, administrative law and public policy matters. Our lawyers and intellectual property professionals represent domestic and international clients, including multinational corporations, startups, individuals, governments and Indigenous nations.
Expanding Your Engineering Company Into Canada
Fiona Brown’s articles from Aird & Berlis LLP are most popular: in Canada with readers working within the Business & Consumer Services, Media & Information and Law Firm industries Aird & Berlis LLP are most popular: within Antitrust/Competition Law and Technology topic(s) with Senior Company Executives and HR The demand for engineers in Canada remains strong, and foreign engineers have been increasingly drawn to the Canadian market due to its robust economy and stable political environment.
Entering The Canadian Market: Key Regulatory And Compliance Considerations For Whisky And Spirits
Fiona Brown’s articles from Aird & Berlis LLP are most popular: in United States with readers working within the Law Firm industries Aird & Berlis LLP are most popular: within Antitrust/Competition Law and Technology topic(s) with Senior Company Executives and HR Canada represents an attractive but highly regulated market for whisky and spirits producers. Companies entering the Canadian market must navigate a complex framework spanning both federal and provincial rules.
Doing Business In Canada: Protecting Luxury Brands From Counterfeiting (Part 4)
Aird & Berlis LLP are most popular: within Antitrust/Competition Law and Technology topic(s) in Canada with readers working within the Basic Industries, Telecomms and Transport industries This article is Part 4 of Protecting Luxury Brands From Counterfeiting, a four-part series on the legal and practical issues luxury brands most often face when operating in or selling to Canada. Part 1 addressed the upstream question of legal and operational readiness.
Doing Business In Canada: Protecting Luxury Brands From Counterfeiting (Part 2)
Aird & Berlis LLP are most popular: within Antitrust/Competition Law and Technology topic(s) with readers working within the Basic Industries, Telecomms and Transport industries This article is Part 2 of , a four-part series on the legal and practical issues luxury brands most often face when operating in or selling to Canada. Part 1 addressed the upstream question of legal and operational readiness.
Jason Arday taught me. Here’s what I learnt
OPINION: It’s time to stop teaching the fun out of childhood and let kids be kids. Give them a ball and get out of their way How do kids learn how to kick a ball? If you think that’s a silly question — kids just kick things, don’t they? — you are thinking like me: Old school. …
Aird & Berlis Recognized in 2026 Benchmark Litigation Canada Guide
Aird & Berlis is proud to be recognized in the 2026 edition of Benchmark Litigation Canadaas a leading firm in Dispute Resolution.
Brand, Craft And Control: Legal Considerations In Luxury Goods M&A
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INTERVIEW | FLAME
King Tuts New Year’s Revolution may have come to a close now, but for Edinburgh-based alt-rockers Flame, the year has only just begun. Formed after a “collision of different worlds at different times”, Flame Nisio, Ciaran McKinven, Francis Brewitt, James Campbell and James Veitch largely met in and around the campus of Edinburgh University.
Inhibition of heme biosynthesis triggers cuproptosis in acute myeloid leukemia
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Cloning sgRNAs were cloned into lentiviral vectors lentiGuide-Crimson (Addgene plasmid #70683), lentiGuide-Puro (Addgene plasmid #52963) or FgH1tUTG-GFP (Addgene plasmid #70183). sgRNA sequences are provided in Table S2. sgRNA oligos were annealed by step-down PCR in T4 ligase buffer (NEB) prior to ligation into Esp3I cut FgH1tUTG or lentiguide-Crimson using T4 ligase according to manufacturer’s protocols.
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Allegations against former chair of embattled heritage body revealed
DETAILS of complaints made against the former chair of an embattled heritage body have been revealed for the first time. Dr Hugh Hall unexpectedly stood down as chairman of Historic Environment Scotland (HES) in September, but documents seen by The Scotsman have shown Hall is allegedly being investigated by the Ethical Standards Commissioner over a slate of allegations.
Wes Streeting urged to explain £200k in donations from private health firms
Fiona Brown Sat 15 November 2025 at 2:00 pm UTC 3 min read WES Streeting has been urged to “come clean” about the benefits private healthcare companies are reaping for donations worth more than £200,000 made to the Labour MP.
GIG REVIEW | LIANG LAWRENCE @ KING TUTS
Liang Lawrence performed her first Scottish headline show in King Tuts If there’s one word that springs to mind regarding Liang Lawrence’s show in King Tuts on September 30, it would be butter. Stay with me here – it’s meant as the highest compliment. Golden lighting, silky smooth vocals and a face like butter wouldn’t melt combined to bake a cake of pure musical joy. It was Lawrence’s first ever headline show in Glasgow.
MSPs vote unanimously to pass bill to help prevent domestic homicides and suicides
The Criminal Justice Modernisation and Abusive Domestic Behaviour Reviews (Scotland) Bill will legally require a new robust review process following the death of a partner, ex-partner, or child where abuse is known or suspected.
Palantir UK boss rules out contract bids for digital ID over 'undemocratic' concern
Palantir Technologies, a software company which has previously been linked to the IDF, said it would not be participating in the roll-out and warned it was a “programme that needs to be decided at the ballot box”, according to reports from The Times. Due to its contracts with the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and its specialism in data management, as well as £1.5 billion in UK investments announced last month, Palantir was thought to be a possible bidder as digital IDs are set to become mandatory.
Police Scotland carrying out additional patrols at synagogues after Manchester attack
Police Scotland have now said they are carrying out “additional and dedicated patrols” around Jewish venues and synagogues in Scotland. Assistant Chief Constable Stuart Houston, lead for organised crime and counter terrorism in Scotland, said: “Our thoughts are with the Jewish community, the victims, families, and everyone affected by the incident in Manchester.
Highlands petrol station closes in protest of Global Sumud Flotilla abductions
A sign was posted on the door of the Broadford petrol station, located on the Isle of Skye, on Thursday announcing the closure. It read: “Closed in solidarity with the people of Palestine and those of the Global Sumud Flotilla who were abducted attempting to break an illegal siege on Gaza.” An image of the sign was shared on a community Facebook page, sparking a mixed response.
Labour strip refugees of family reunion rights in 'abhorrent' new policy
Keir Starmer will officially announce that people who have fled war and persecution will no longer be entitled to family reunion. Applications for refugee family reunion were paused at the beginning of last month and the UK Government has now announced the avenue will be permanently closed. People who wish to apply for permanently settled status will now need to prove they are employed and paying a certain amount in National Insurance contributions and not on benefits.
What has Nigel Farage said in response to claims he 'flirted with' the Hitler Youth?
The Deputy Prime Minister rebuked his comments after Reform sources called them “disgusting and libellous”. Lammy then said that Farage “has denied it and so I accept that” before adding that Keir Starmer wants the Labour party to “focus on the policies, not the individuals”. Where did David Lammy’s ‘Hitler Youth’ claims about Nigel Farage come from?
Michelle Mone 'must be removed' from House of Lords after £122m PPE scandal
On Wednesday, the High Court ruled that PPE MedPro – a company led by Mone’s husband Doug Barrowman – must repay the money it was awarded in government contracts from the Conservatives after it supplied 25 million “faulty” gowns to the NHS during the pandemic. Both Mone and her husband denied wrongdoing in previous trials, but on Wednesday the couple were ordered to reimburse the UK Government by 4pm on October 15.
The future of Gaza is 'not up to' Donald Trump or Tony Blair, Jeremy Corbyn says
His comments come after the US and Israel agreed upon plans which would see Blair installed as leader of the Gaza International Transitional Authority (GITA), a body which would be the territory’s “supreme political and legal authority” for as long as five years and without any direct involvement of the Palestinian Authority (PA).
Health Secretary defends Tony Blair as interim leader of Gaza despite Iraq history
Trump announced on Monday that Tony Blair would lead the Board of Peace, a body the US president claimed would oversee an interim authority in Gaza. Wes Streeting, however, defended the appointment of Blair in the enclave during an interview with Times Radio, saying his record in Northern Ireland showed "a considerable skillset".
2025 Six Metre World Championships at Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club - Day 4
2025 Six Metre World Championships at Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club - Day 4 by Fiona Brown 26 Sep 06:20 BST Three races for both divisions on the penultimate day of the 2025 Six Metre World Championships at the Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club, produced some great competition and a new race winner. With six of eight possible races completed the single discard comes into play, and the leading packs are now becoming established.
Digital ID for all UK adults to become law in latest U-turn from Labour Government
Keir Starmer is expected to announce the full plans later this week, with LBC reporting that an announcement could be made on Friday, despite Labour having explicitly ruled the policy out just after winning the General Election. The proposals are part of the UK Government’s plans to tackle illegal migration, with the hopes that the so-called "Brit Card" will provide proof of an individual’s right to live and work in the UK.
2025 Six Metre World Championships at Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club - Day 1 Original
2025 Six Metre World Championships at Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club - Day 1 by Fiona Brown 22 Sep 17:51 PDT Sadly day one of the 2025 Six Metre World Championships at the Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club (SCYC) proved to be a non-starter as the wind failed to make an appearance. Initially the Race Committee postponed racing by three hours in the hope that the wind would build, giving a revised start time of 14.30.
Teams are go for 2025 Six Metre World Championships at Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club Original
Teams are go for 2025 Six Metre World Championships at Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club by Fiona Brown 22 Sep 02:06 PDT Registration is now complete and 29 teams from ten nations are ready to race for the 2025 Six Metre World Championships at the Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club on Long Island Sound. Racing for both the Open and Classic Championships will run from Monday 22 to Friday 26 October with up to eight races scheduled.
New Trophy Presented for 2025 Six Metre World Championships
His Majesty King Juan Carlos of Spain gifts a brand-new perpetual trophy to be presented to the winner of the Classic Six Metre Worlds, the Copa Rey Juan Carlos. The Opening Ceremony for the 2025 International Six Metre Open and Classic World Championships saw the 29 participating teams from nine nations gather on the waterside lawn of the Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club (SCYC).
HM King Juan Carlos of Spain presents new trophy at 2025 Six Metre Worlds opening ceremony Original
HM King Juan Carlos of Spain presents new trophy at 2025 Six Metre Worlds opening ceremony by Fiona Brown 20 Sep 20:08 PDT The Opening Ceremony for the 2025 International Six Metre Open and Classic World Championships saw the 29 participating teams from nine nations gather on the waterside lawn of the Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club (SCYC) for a delightful evening of camaraderie, generous hospitality and a very special presentation by the reigning Six Metre Classic World Champion, His...
Four arrested after Trump and Epstein images projected on Windsor Castle
The images on the castle, where King Charles is scheduled to host Trump during his state visit to the UK, were labelled a “public stunt” by police. Arrests were made on suspicions of malicious communications following the “unauthorised projection”. Images of Prince Andrew , who has also been linked to Epstein, were displayed too. A letter allegedly written by the president to Epstein was projected on the castle.
5-Year Islam Practice To Create A Waqf Clause Put On Hold: Supreme Court Imposes Partial Stay On Waqf Act
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Anti-immigration protesters met by counterdemonstration in Falkirk
Both groups gathered outside of the Cladhan Hotel, believed to be housing asylum seekers, again as weekly protests continue. Stand Up To Racism (SUTR) was among the groups organising the counterdemonstration, staying directly outside of the accommodation singing and dancing despite the rain. Across the road, members of Save Our Future and Our Kids Futures chanted “stop the boats”, “get them out” and the name of Tommy Robinson, who organised a mass anti-immigration rally in London on Saturday.
Wall Street Journal issues correction after false claims on Charlie Kirk shooting
The Wall Street Journal posted an editor’s note on Twitter/X on Friday evening correcting an earlier article which claimed the alleged gunman, Tyler Robinson, had engraved “transgender ideology” on bullets recovered from Utah Valley University. The information came from an internal law enforcement bulletin, which US Justice Department officials later warned “may not accurately reflect the messages on the ammunition”.
Islamophobic attacks drive tighter security at mosques across Scotland
As first reported by LBC, some worship centres have now instated security guards, whilst the mosque in Glasgow – the country’s largest – has introduced 24/7 patrols. It comes after a number of attacks were carried out at centres throughout the country, including in Aberdeen, Elgin, Newton Mearns and Greenock. In April, a mosque in Elgin was targeted for the third time, having multiple windows damaged.
New musical based on Bonnie Prince Charlie helper set to take centre stage
Flora, written by Belle Jones, explores the life of Flora MacDonald, a young woman from Uist who helped Bonnie Prince Charlie sail to the Isle of Skye after the uprising was quashed by British forces in 1746. MacDonald’s life was largely whittled down to her involvement with aiding Charlie’s escape in her twenties, which prompted Jones to write the musical.
'There's a missing voice': Meet the duo behind Scotland's new publishing house
The brainchild of John Gerard and Michael Fagan, Tantallon Tìr was created to publish the works of Scottish and Scottish-based writers. Speaking exclusively with The National, John Gerard explained the origins of the venture. “The first iteration started about 20 years ago as a proofreading business for student essays and dissertations before Michael and I went off to become teachers”, Fagan said. “I went off to Japan to teach creative writing at universities and Michael became an English teacher.
'Bye bye the noo': Haggis the hippo set to leave Edinburgh Zoo
As part of the breeding programme for the endangered species, Haggis will be moved to a different zoo following her first birthday on October 30. In the wild, pygmy hippos leave their parents once they are around a year old. Haggis has already started distancing herself from mum Gloria, and the pygmy calf is set to leave Edinburgh on October 26.
Campaigners to hold 10-hour vigil at Scottish Parliament for Gaza children
Mothers Against Genocide Scotland and other protesters will read aloud the names of children killed during the past two years of Israel’s genocide on the day of the first First Minister’s Questions (FMQs) of the 2025/2026 parliamentary session. Campaigners will also display over 700 kites made by children and families across Scotland containing messages of solidarity and support for Palestinians.
3 men jailed after cannabis farm found in abandoned shopping centre
Police discovered the cultivation, worth an estimated £1.8 million, at the site of the former Forum shopping centre in Irvine last September. Toma was sentenced to six years, Daja six years and three months and Skenderi five years and three months.
NHS Scotland sees increase in surgeries and shorter A&E waiting times
The latest data from Public Health Scotland shows that planned care activity is up, with the number of operations performed in July 2025 reaching the highest figure since the pandemic hit. Figures show that the NHS carried out 290,229 surgeries between August 2024 and July 2025, a 1.7% increase compared with the previous 12 months. The total remains 13.1% lower than the 44,585 operations recorded in the same period from August 2018 to July 2019.
Scottish Enterprise-backed firms hit record high in international exports
According to data released on Monday, sales from Scottish Enterprise-backed companies reached an “unprecedented” £2.46 billion, up 20% from the same period in 2023/24. The figures were released as part of Scottish Enterprise’s annual report, which also highlighted how the firm had supported the creation or safeguarding of 15,000 real living wage jobs in the past year.
'Cruel and reckless': Doctors Without Borders slam asylum policy change
It is thought that Cooper will implement a model similar to one in Denmark, where refugees must prove financial stability before being allowed to bring over family members, as well as setting a minimum time period refugees must be settled in the UK before relatives can be invited.
Council chiefs issue statement on 'growing concern' over asylum hotel protests
Cosla, an umbrella body which represents all 32 Scottish council areas, released the statement following a meeting with council leaders on Friday where concern over “community cohesion” was raised by a number of councillors.
Uniqlo announces opening date for first-ever Glasgow store
The popular Japanese-owned fashion retailer will open a two-storey unit on Argyle Street on October 2, following the success of its Edinburgh branch. As well as offering a full range of its LifeWear for men, women, baby and children, the Glasgow site will also have a dedicated RE:UNIQLO section, where customers can upcycle and repair old items.
All Under One Banner: Route details confirmed for Edinburgh march
Taking place on September 6, activists will march through Edinburgh following campaigns in Glasgow and Stirling earlier this year. In a post on Twitter/X, AUOB shared the timings and route of the upcoming Edinburgh rally with speakers yet to be announced. The route is as follows: Johnstone Terrace, Lawnmarket, High Street, Canongate, Horse Wynd then on to the Scottish Parliament.
Alan Cumming to host fundraiser event for Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Cumming, the artistic director for Pitlochry Festival Theatre, will be joined by Tam Cowan and Stuart Cosgrove for the first of several In Conversation events held in the venue over the coming year.
Cyclist, 51, in ‘serious condition’ after crash in Aberdeenshire
Around 12.30pm on Wednesday, Police Scotland received a report of a crash involving a cyclist and a white Peugeot Partner van on the B9000 Pitmedden to Newburgh Road. Emergency services attended and the 51-year-old male cyclist was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary Hospital where his condition is described as serious. There were no other reports of injuries. The road was closed for around six hours to allow for investigations to be carried out.
Social Justice Secretary calls benefit cuts 'dividing line' for 2026 elections
Shirley-Anne Somerville dismissed claims that Scotland’s devolved welfare system is a “soft touch”, insisting that it is both robust and fair, the Daily Record reports. She argued that the approach in Holyrood is designed to provide dignity and security, while Westminster parties remain focused on reducing support for those most in need.
Roza Salih: Fighting dawn raids and shaping Scottish policy
Speaking with The National, Salih walked through the difficulties she faced with the asylum-seeking process, how she turned it into positive action and the advice she wants to share with young refugees. “We were one of the first family pilots to be dispersed to Glasgow, so everything was new for us," Salih explained. “Many people didn’t know about refugees or asylum seekers. Life was difficult, and the system was difficult too because instead of money we had vouchers.
Businessman fined after terrorising two grey seal pups with large wooden post
Richard Montgomery was seen using an eight-foot fence post to “prod and push” the seals into the sea in North Berwick in 2024, the Daily Record reports. The 62-year-old businessman reportedly forced one pup to jump around 10 feet into the air, whilst a second was left “showing clear signs of distress” and “screeching”. Nearby office staff confronted him before he fled the scene on a pushbike, prompting onlookers to alert the police.
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