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VR video game platform could cut rehabilitation time by third
A virtual reality (VR) video gaming platform, developed by Scottish academic and engineering experts, could reduce rehabilitation time for patients with stroke, dystonia and sports injuries by 30 per cent….
CityFibre reaches major milestone in Dundee’s full fibre rollout
Thousands of premises across Dundee will soon be able to access full fibre connectivity as digital infrastructure giant CityFibre makes progress with its build across the city. The Tayside city…
Student web surfers help plant trees after Scottish university switches to green browser
A Scottish university is among 20 internationally which has moved to a green-focused web browser. The University of Glasgow has switched to Ecosia as part of a student-led campaign to…
First images of new Fife ‘super campus’ revealed
Exciting images of what Scotland’s first ‘super-campus’ will look like have been revealed. The Dunfermline Learning Campus, expected to cost £180 million, will bring together new St Columba’s RC and…
EIS warns contingency exam plans could create “workload burden” for teachers
The leader of the largest teaching union in Scotland has warned that the government’s latest secondary school assessment guidance could create a “workload burden” for teachers and pupils. While providing…
Scottish tech is “booming”, says new digital secretary
The Scottish technology sector is “booming” according to the UK government’s digital secretary, who has pledged to continue to invest in tech skills north of the border. Nadine Dorries, the…
Software testing firm lands £20m contract with social security agency
An Edinburgh software testing specialist has landed a £20m contract to support the delivery of benefits payments administered by Scotland’s social security agency. 2i will conduct testing and quality assurance…
Businesses urged to showcase green jobs to young people ahead of Cop26
Ahead of Cop26, Scottish businesses and leaders are being encouraged to join an initiative to showcase the many emerging green roles available across all sectors to the younger generation. Developing…
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GovTech
Zero Waste Scotland launches new digital tool to ease ‘confusion’ over recycling
Zero Waste Scotland has launched a new digital tool designed to help people with the ‘confusion’ over recycling. The online Recycling Sorter will allow people to search what items can be recycled, and in which bin, in any Scottish local authority. …
‘Take an EV for a spin for a weekend and the Government will pick up the tab’ proposes Scottish Lib Dem leader
A new proposal from the Scottish Liberal Democrats would see everyone entitled to take an electric vehicle for ‘a spin’ to encourage greater uptake levels for emissions free transport. Alex…
Zero Waste Scotland launches new digital tool to ease ‘confusion’ over recycling
Zero Waste Scotland has launched a new digital tool designed to help people with the ‘confusion’ over recycling. The online Recycling Sorter will allow people to search what items can be recycled, and in which bin, in any Scottish local authority. …
‘Take an EV for a spin for a weekend and the Government will pick up the tab’ proposes Scottish Lib Dem leader
A new proposal from the Scottish Liberal Democrats would see everyone entitled to take an electric vehicle for ‘a spin’ to encourage greater uptake levels for emissions free transport. Alex…
LocalGov
Glasgow launches data hub to ’empower’ citizens
Glasgow City Council has launched a new online data resource to “open up” access to data it manages. The new ‘open data hub’ offers a view into how Glasgow operates…
Future of Highlands strategy will put green energy revolution at heart
A new strategy for the Scottish Highlands was unveiled today with a focus on capitalising on its abundant natural assets to fuel a green economic recovery. Highland Council voted to…
Glasgow launches data hub to ’empower’ citizens
Glasgow City Council has launched a new online data resource to “open up” access to data it manages. The new ‘open data hub’ offers a view into how Glasgow operates…
Future of Highlands strategy will put green energy revolution at heart
A new strategy for the Scottish Highlands was unveiled today with a focus on capitalising on its abundant natural assets to fuel a green economic recovery. Highland Council voted to…
Health & Care
VR video game platform could cut rehabilitation time by third
A virtual reality (VR) video gaming platform, developed by Scottish academic and engineering experts, could reduce rehabilitation time for patients with stroke, dystonia and sports injuries by 30 per cent….
NHS board embraces new technology to tackle workers’ daily commute emissions
NHS Lanarkshire is embracing new ‘green’ technology to reduce the carbon footprint of health workers during their daily commute. The local health board is marking Scotland’s Climate Week, which kicks…
New NHS Scotland Covid ‘verifier’ and ‘status’ apps to go live this month
Two new apps which will help people prove that they have been doubled jabbed against the coronavirus – and for venues to ‘verify’ those claims – are set to go…
Scotland’s PDF digital vaccine certificate branded a ‘sticking plaster’
Scotland’s digital vaccine certificates for Covid-19 launched today in the form of a downloadable PDF backed by a unique QR code. The online system was revealed in a tweet by…
Cyber
NHS Scotland to base specialist cyber operations centre at Abertay University
A specialist cybersecurity operations centre is to be set up by NHS Scotland to boost online resilience for health services across the country. Around 30 staff from NHS NSS (National…
How to handle a cyber incident – a practical guide for Scottish firms
A practical manual on how to handle a cyber-related incident has been created for Scottish businesses. The ‘Incident Response Guide’, produced by the CyberScotland Partnership, features checklists and guidance on…
NHS Scotland to base specialist cyber operations centre at Abertay University
A specialist cybersecurity operations centre is to be set up by NHS Scotland to boost online resilience for health services across the country. Around 30 staff from NHS NSS (National…
How to handle a cyber incident – a practical guide for Scottish firms
A practical manual on how to handle a cyber-related incident has been created for Scottish businesses. The ‘Incident Response Guide’, produced by the CyberScotland Partnership, features checklists and guidance on…
DigitalScotland 2021
25 Nov 2021
Christie’s clarion call can’t wait another decade
Ten years ago, the Christie report set out an inspiring agenda for change that would put people at the heart of public services. Unlike many reports, it has shown remarkable…
Present Pal: A company built on accessibility
In the latest article about neurodiversity and tech from Skills Development Scotland, Chris Hughes of Present Pal says it’s really not as difficult as you think to accommodate neurodivergent talent….
Preparing students for global citizenship
I believe that the role of colleges in preparing our students to be global citizens has never been more critical. Why? We live in a world where we still need…
Alex Cole-Hamilton: ‘The digital divide hurts rural communities right across Scotland’
I believe that technology can transform our society. As the new leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats, I want to see our country make things again and capture the imagination…
How neurodivergent talent can create a winning work team
In the latest column brought to you by Skills Development Scotland about the benefits and importance of taking on neurodivergent talent, Rebecca Wones from Lexxic gives us her expert opinion…
Developing a digital leadership pathway
The Scottish Digital Academy provides high quality professional learning and training to develop digital skills to support transformation and service design across the public and third sectors in Scotland. We…
Unlocking the power of rural areas with 5G
A golden key opens any door and 5G is the key to unlocking business efficiency and productivity as well as societal benefits to the stunningly beautiful and sparsely populated rural…
Keeping the human connection in general practice
When it comes to healthcare, I’m a firm believer that technology should support the user, not replace the user. There can be no doubt about the vital role technology has…
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Education & Skills
First images of new Fife ‘super campus’ revealed
Exciting images of what Scotland’s first ‘super-campus’ will look like have been revealed. The Dunfermline Learning Campus, expected to cost £180 million, will bring together new St Columba’s RC and…
EIS warns contingency exam plans could create “workload burden” for teachers
The leader of the largest teaching union in Scotland has warned that the government’s latest secondary school assessment guidance could create a “workload burden” for teachers and pupils. While providing…
Businesses urged to showcase green jobs to young people ahead of Cop26
Ahead of Cop26, Scottish businesses and leaders are being encouraged to join an initiative to showcase the many emerging green roles available across all sectors to the younger generation. Developing…
Scottish teachers invited to develop their video-based teaching skills
Teachers have been focusing on the powerful benefits of video-based learning at this year’s Scottish Government-backed education conference. The virtual Scottish Learning Festival (SLF), which kicked off on Tuesday 21 September and…
Justice & Policing
Council opts not to switch on live facial recognition on new £1m CCTV system
A local authority is upgrading its CCTV system with a new £1m network of state-of-the-art digital cameras – but opted not to turn on its live facial recognition capability over…
New stats show almost 300 high court trials beamed from remote jury centres
Almost 300 high court trials have been beamed to remote jury centres located around Scotland since they were established in response to Covid-19 last year, new figures have shown. Data…
Victims’ charity blames spate of suicide attempts on poorly-run notification system
A series of suicide attempts by victims of crime has been blamed on a national notification scheme which lets them know when a perpetrator is to be released from prison….
Infrastructure, Connectivity & Built Environment
CityFibre reaches major milestone in Dundee’s full fibre rollout
Thousands of premises across Dundee will soon be able to access full fibre connectivity as digital infrastructure giant CityFibre makes progress with its build across the city. The Tayside city…
Student web surfers help plant trees after Scottish university switches to green browser
A Scottish university is among 20 internationally which has moved to a green-focused web browser. The University of Glasgow has switched to Ecosia as part of a student-led campaign to…
Prestwick Airport’s ‘spaceport’ ambitions set for lift off
Prestwick Airport in Ayrshire has moved a step closer to realising its ‘spaceport’ ambitions after signing a memorandum of understanding with a commercial launch partner. The airport, with its partner…
Data & AI
Edinburgh startup creates technology to help conserve historic buildings
An Edinburgh-based startup has created unique property technology that will “empower” individuals to save old, vacant buildings across Scotland. Grand Bequest has used data science to develop its platform that…
University and charity tech startup bid to tackle cancer
The University of Edinburgh is partnering with Cancer Research UK to help fund innovative startup companies focused on tackling cancer. The charity will work with the university’s Data-Driven Entrepreneurship (DDE)…
TV maths whizz Hannah Fry among speakers at DataSummit
Television maths whizz Hannah Fry is among the stellar list of speakers unveiled at this year’s DataSummit in Edinburgh. Hosted at the prestigious Balmoral Hotel in the city, Mike Berners-Lee,…
Edinburgh walking tour set for expansion after digital transformation
A provider of spooky tour guides is set for post-pandemic expansion after undergoing a digital transformation during lockdown with help from Scotland’s data innovation centre. Mercat Tours, Edinburgh’s oldest walking…
Business & Economy
Scottish tech is “booming”, says new digital secretary
The Scottish technology sector is “booming” according to the UK government’s digital secretary, who has pledged to continue to invest in tech skills north of the border. Nadine Dorries, the…
Software testing firm lands £20m contract with social security agency
An Edinburgh software testing specialist has landed a £20m contract to support the delivery of benefits payments administered by Scotland’s social security agency. 2i will conduct testing and quality assurance…
Scottish tech is “booming”, says new digital secretary
The Scottish technology sector is “booming” according to the UK government’s digital secretary, who has pledged to continue to invest in tech skills north of the border. Nadine Dorries, the…
Software testing firm lands £20m contract with social security agency
An Edinburgh software testing specialist has landed a £20m contract to support the delivery of benefits payments administered by Scotland’s social security agency. 2i will conduct testing and quality assurance…
