Sienna Miller models a new aviator jacket The retailer looks to have made a smart move by hiring the actress and former model, says JULENA DRUMI Marks & Spencer is capitalising on its newly-restored blue chip reputation by announcing a tie-up with one of Britain’s most popular actresses. Sienna Miller, 41, will be the face […]
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Workcationers making holidays pay
Madrid: a popular workcation location (pic: Igor Oliyarnik) Combining vacations with work is a growing trend. JULENA DRUMI seeks out Europe’s top locations Jennifer Clark has worked for a financial adviser for the last five years and gave up her daily commute from her home in East Kilbride during the pandemic. At the end of […]
Review: The Big Breakfast Bite-Size Plays
✭✭✭✭✭ One of the must-see shows at the Fringe is back for its 15th season and audiences are showing their appreciation by turning out in record numbers. As usual there is a combination of “menus” featuring five or six 10-15 minute plays rotating over a 3-day period so you can choose which selection you prefer. […]
Workers call time on boozy get-togethers
Workers want to feel valued through team-building rather than drinks in the pub, finds JULENA DRUMI A determined effort by firms to persuade employees to give up their home offices and head back into the workplace has taken many forms, not least through the offer of various incentives. Higher pay, redesigned offices, flexible shifts and […]
Former rail station named Home of the Year
A restored Victorian railway station furnished with graffiti on the garden wall has been named Scotland’s Home of the Year. The Old Train House on the edge of Leith was empty for 10 years when it was taken on by Ben and Christina Blundell and turned into a family home, complete with recycled furniture. Their […]