The future of a controversial landfill site has been debated again in the Scottish Parliament. Tarbolton Landfill has been in the spotlight ever since its operators went into administration last year. And in December, The Post told how the site could pass to the council after the previous operator went bust. There’s been fears that rubbish left at the Tarbolton Moss landfill could lead to an environmental disaster. But the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) has been monitoring the abandoned tip. Now Brian Whittle MSP has put more pressure on the Scottish Government to clarify the future of the site. The South Scotland Tory MSP challenged Roseanna Cunningham, the cabinet secretary for environment, climate change and land reform during Portfolio Questions to clear up the mystery over who will be responsible for maintaining the site and preventing damage to the environment. Mr Whittle said: “The situation at Tarbolton Landfill continues to cause concern to local … [Read more...] about Ayrshire landfill site’s future is debated at Holyrood
East Kilbride chasing 10th trophy
East Kilbride manager Stuart Malcolm will lead his side into a cup final on Sunday - but he isn't keen to speak about it. The Lowland League champions face East of Scotland League Conference B winners Bonnyrigg Rose in the South Challenge Cup final and victory for Malcolm's men would see them clinch their 10th trophy in six seasons. However, it's been rather quiet in the Kilby camp since their SPFL play-off semi-final exit to Cove Rangers on May 4, which ended in a heavy 5-1 aggregate defeat. Fans may be wondering why they haven't heard from their manager and the answer is Malcolm has not responded to interview requests to discuss the play-offs, his future at the club or preview this weekend's big clash. Last week one of Malcolm's assistants, David Proctor, was also approached for an interview, but declined the opportunity. Malcolm's contract with the club expires after Sunday's final with Bonnyrigg and there has been no indication whether or not he will remain at K-Park for next … [Read more...] about East Kilbride chasing 10th trophy
British Steel collapses after failing to secure extra funding
LONDON (Reuters) - British Steel, the country’s second largest steel producer, has collapsed and put 25,000 jobs at risk after failing to secure emergency government funding, Britain’s Official Receiver said on Wednesday. FILE PHOTO: A general view shows the British Steel works in Scunthorpe, Britain, May 21, 2019. REUTERS/Scott Heppell The High Court ordered the compulsory liquidation of the company, although staff will remain employed for now as the liquidator oversees the operation of the main site in Scunthorpe, northern England. Business Minister Greg Clark said British Steel was open to new buyers, while the opposition Labour Party called on the government to bring it back into public ownership. Owned by investment firm Greybull Capital, British Steel employs around 5,000 people, mostly in Scunthorpe, while 20,000 more depend on its supply chain. Greybull Capital, which specializes in trying to turn around distressed businesses, said it had tried to keep … [Read more...] about British Steel collapses after failing to secure extra funding
Dollar holds near one-month high ahead of Fed minutes
NEW YORK (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar held near a one-month high on Wednesday amid heightened trade tensions between the United States and China and ahead of the release of Federal Reserve meeting minutes which may provide more clues on why the central bank stood pat on interest rates earlier this month. FILE PHOTO: A Japan Yen note is seen in this illustration photo taken June 1, 2017. REUTERS/Thomas White/Illustration At its May 1 meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee kept interest rates steady and signaled little appetite to adjust them any time soon, taking note of strong jobs growth. Still, the minutes may not add much to what the market has learned from a slew of comments from Fed members this week. In Hong Kong earlier Wednesday, James Bullard, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, said further weakness in inflation could prompt the Fed to cut rates, even if economic growth maintains its momentum. Bullard’s comments echoed those made by other … [Read more...] about Dollar holds near one-month high ahead of Fed minutes
Infrastructure fund HICL flags UK nationalisation risks
LONDON (Reuters) - The debate over Britain’s departure from the European Union could lead to an early change of government and the risk of nationalisation of public infrastructure assets, infrastructure fund manager HICL said on Wednesday. Britain’s opposition Labour party wants to nationalise energy and water infrastructure if it can oust Prime Minister Theresa May’s ruling Conservatives from power, reversing decades of pro-privatisation public policy. The likelihood of May’s centre-right Conservative minority government lasting until the next scheduled general election in 2022 has been reduced because arguments over Brexit have split the party, paralysing policymaking and causing its poll ratings to slide. “A wholesale nationalisation programme faces considerable hurdles to implementation,” HICL, which focuses on long-term infrastructure investment in Britain, Europe, North America and Australasia, said in its annual results statement. But it … [Read more...] about Infrastructure fund HICL flags UK nationalisation risks