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Ian McConnell
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Journalist based in Scotland - Business Editor of The Herald. Columnist.
Seven-times category winner in the Scottish Press Awards.
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♦️Fascinating and broad-ranging interview with easyJet UK country manager @heraldscotland.bsky.social
#airlines #airports #Glasgow #flights #Scotland #travel #tourism
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2561129...
Scottish flight growth plans highlighted by airline chief
The UK country manager of easyJet has highlighted growth ambitions in Scotland during a visit to Glasgow Airport
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November 11, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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♦️ An interesting Scottish family business story
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2561131...
Scottish family business reveals an 'emotional return' home
The Scottish family business said it marked an 'emotional return' to its roots
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November 11, 2025 at 11:38 AM
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♦️Big news on flights for Scottish airports.
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Crucial flight wins for Scottish airports cause for celebration
Scottish airports have revealed major flight wins and these should be celebrated
www.heraldscotland.com
November 10, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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♦️Former screenwriter on a 'global mission'.
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'Don't ruin the good days thinking about the bad ones' - CEO 'on a mission'
The former screenwriter highlighted the company's global mission 'to accelerate the global adoption of sustainable, welfare-focused aquaculture…
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November 10, 2025 at 8:32 AM
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♦️Scottish island provides some brightness amid the gloom.
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www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2560...
Scottish island endeavours provide brightness amid the gloom
What is happening on Arran, in spite of challenges faced by the island, provides some brightness amid the gloom
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November 10, 2025 at 8:23 AM
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♦️He has been a key member of the team which has guided the island’s largest private employer through remarkable growth. The resort now welcomes more than 45,000 overnight visitors annually...and more than 3,300 dogs.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2560538...
Co-founder of landmark Scottish resort: ‘He will be greatly missed’
The co-founder of the landmark Scottish hotel and resort said the retiring director 'will be greatly missed'
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November 9, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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♦️Exclusive interview with the manager of two of Glasgow's landmark hotels. A fascinating read...
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Manager of two landmark hotels highlights attractions of 'beautiful city'
He is responsible for two landmark hotels in Glasgow, and highlights the appeal of a 'beautiful city, full of attractions, great restaurants,…
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November 7, 2025 at 8:46 AM
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♦️This wonderful island continues to face challenges but has so much going for it, including one crucial aspect which was very visible during a trip last week.
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www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2560...
A big thing this great Scottish island has going for it
Arran is a wonderful island and it has something major going for it as it aims to overcome challenges
www.heraldscotland.com
November 7, 2025 at 8:25 AM
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♦️Exclusive interview with IoD Scotland nations director @heraldscotland.bsky.social
Don't miss it!
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2559683...
Scottish Government 'too slow' on practical progress
The business chief flagged 'a growing feeling' that Scottish Government progress has been 'too slow or fragmented'
www.heraldscotland.com
November 6, 2025 at 8:25 AM
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♦️Our latest edition of Business HQ Monthly is out @heraldscotland.bsky.social , with a raft of compelling content as usual. Don't miss it!
Read all about it here
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2559684...
Scottish housing and two well-known city hotels in spotlight
Key issues involving the Scottish and UK governments feature
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November 6, 2025 at 8:19 AM
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♦️'From our first meeting it was clear this isn’t just a business - it’s a mission to transform the lives of powerchair users built on Alex’s own lived experience and determination'
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2559939...
US market in sights of Glasgow-based powerchair entrepreneur
The Glasgow-based entrepreneur has raised funding to help take his award-winning powerchair to the US
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November 5, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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♦️Exclusive on key hire which is part of US group's 'strategic expansion' plans in Scotland.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2559536...
Key hire revealed by US group as it continues Scottish expansion
The US company has continued its 'strategic expansion' in Scotland with a key hire
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November 5, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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♦️While there is no shortage of people who for political reasons seem to delight in focusing on the negatives when it comes to Scotland, it is surely important to celebrate the nation's successes.
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This Scottish success story is a cause for celebration
This very good news for Scotland should be celebrated
www.heraldscotland.com
November 5, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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♦️Scotland hailed as ‘a standout destination’.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2559327...
Scotland ‘a standout destination’, key survey reveals
Scottish cities fare well in the latest UK league table as the nation is described as a 'standout destination'
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November 4, 2025 at 8:28 AM
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♦️Some interesting news on airline fares. @heraldscotland.bsky.social
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2559343...
Higher fares flagged by budget airline Ryanair
Ryanair has flagged higher fares for flights and unveiled a surge in profits.
www.heraldscotland.com
November 4, 2025 at 8:24 AM
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♦️University tuition fees have been in the spotlight this week.
My column @heraldscotland on this key issue.
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Scottish university tuition fees model in focus as Labour heaps on woe
There was demoralising news this week on university tuition fees, putting the Scottish model in focus.
www.heraldscotland.com
October 24, 2025 at 7:07 AM
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♦️Interesting deal for Ayrshire entrepreneur Tom Hunter.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2556467...
Tom Hunter investment vehicle buys landmark Scottish marina
The landmark Scottish marina has been acquired by Sir Tom Hunter’s West Coast Capital investment vehicle
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October 23, 2025 at 7:02 AM
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♦️Exclusive @heraldscotland.bsky.social on a Scottish manufacturing business and its growth drive.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2556126...
Scottish kitchen and bathroom manufacturer - what is behind its success?
The Scottish manufacturer, which specialises in kitchen and bathroom surfaces, is targeting a sharp rise in turnover after major contract wins
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October 22, 2025 at 7:35 AM
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♦️This very positive story may not have been the one that some politically motivated detractors wanted for this Scottish airport.
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www.heraldscotland.com/politics/hol...
Another major win for Scottish airport as it continues to defy detractors
Prestwick Airport's new China flights win is another major lift in a great ascent which has defied its detractors
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October 22, 2025 at 7:27 AM
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♦️Exclusive interview with Scotch whisky lover inspired by a quote from Jim Carrey.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2555106...
Company founder who wants to 'bring people closer to Scotch whisky'
The Scotch whisky lover takes inspiration from a Jim Carrey quote
www.heraldscotland.com
October 21, 2025 at 7:12 AM
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♦️'They are a huge barrier to tackling the damage of Brexit'
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Time for a Labour rethink on its Brexit red lines
Labour needs to rethink its Brexit red lines - and fast - as a grim Budget looms.
www.heraldscotland.com
October 20, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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♦️Labour's timidity on #Brexit has been lamentable. Is the UK Government now changing its tune?
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Is Labour finally changing its tune on Brexit?
Is Labour at long last starting to shake off its timidity over Brexit?
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October 17, 2025 at 7:17 AM
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♦️Interesting deal for well-known, fourth-generation Scottish family business.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2554544...
Majority stake acquired in deal involving Scottish family business
A global private equity player has acquired a majority stake
www.heraldscotland.com
October 16, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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♦️The celebratory tones are entirely understandable, given the importance of these flights.

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US airline flights a huge win for Scottish airport
This is a major win for the Scottish airport, with the US airline returning after an absence stretching back to 2019
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October 15, 2025 at 7:27 AM
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♦️Fascinating project at the University of Glasgow @heraldscotland.bsky.social
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2553964...
Scottish university aims to help 'unlock full potential' of innovation
Engineers from the Scottish university have teamed up with a developer of biodegradable circuit boards made from natural fibres such as jute and flax
www.heraldscotland.com
October 14, 2025 at 7:29 AM