Clyde Shipbuilding, Glasgow

Currently, prospects are the best for generations with record levels of investment for military vessels under BAE Systems Naval Ships. Over 550 new staff have been recruited with total now at almost 4,000 which includes the Govan and Scotstoun yards.

Kinloch Castle to be restored with help from Prince of Wales

Kinloch Castle was built in 1901 on the island of Rum by Sir George Bullough, an industrialist. It is now owned by Scottish Natural Heritage but requires restoration. The Prince's involvement will be by way of "green" elements such as solar panels and an independent power supply.

The castle is open for visitors during March to October. Tours are also available.

Kiltmaker Required for British Army

Because of delays in placing an order by the Ministry of Defence there are only 320 kilts for 5000 Scottish soldiers of the Royal Regiment of Scotland. However, officials have announced that 1400 kilts will be ready by May 2007 with the programme complete by January 2008.

Famous Glasgow Restaurant Destroyed by Fire

Cafe India located in the Charing Cross area of Glasgow was destroyed by a fire which broke out at 3.00pm on Decemeber 17th 2006. No one was injured in the fire. Past patrons of the restaurant include Sean Connery, Keanu Reeves and Michael Jackson.

Scottish Road Accidents Attributed to Ballooning Deer Population

The Scottish deer population has reached a record 400,000, three times that 1976. This artificially high population has caused many accidents resulting in some 74 injured people (including one or two fatalities) and the deaths of 7,000-10,000 deer each year.

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