Reviving the art of making things We’re in one of those rooms where history seems to seep out of the walls and provides a ghostly reminder of the trading deals discussed in times past. Since 1877 the corner offices at 30 George Square have been home to Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, the oldest Chamber in […]
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Avoid wrong assumptions on disability
There is an inherent danger in making assumptions about a person’s condition which could lead to a discrimination claim The basic concept of the law on disability discrimination will be clear to most: it is unlawful to treat someone less favourably due to them having a disability. Of course, in practice, disability discrimination is a […]
Tonya’s true tale skates on thin ice
Film review: I,Tonya (4/5) The tragic blonde princess of Ice Castles (1978) meets the gritty yet glamorised narrator of Goodfellas (1990) in 2018’s true biopic I, Tonya. Based on the life of the 1992 and 1994 Olympic Games figure skating competitor Tonya Harding, this documentary style film attempts to tell the truth of what happened […]
Making a splash on a common theme
Film review: The Shape of Water (3/5) The Shape Of Water is the kooky, offbeat and unusual entry for best picture at this year’s Academy Awards. With an impressive total of twelve other nominations, including best actress, best score, best screenplay and best director, it has certainly made a splash and it seems more than […]
Meghan woos crowds on first Scottish visit
Royal visit to Edinburgh Prince Harry brought his bride-to-be Meghan Markle to Edinburgh for a whirlwind tour of the Scottish capital. Ms Markle, dressed in a blue and green Burberry tartan coat and carrying a Strathberry bag, was making her first visit to Scotland and was the main object of attention. Local residents, workers and […]