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Other lives: Historian at Warwick University and campaigner for visually impaired people

The Guardian - UK · May 5, 2025

University urged to vow no compulsory job cuts after 350 staff opt to leave

A total of 350 workers at the University of Edinburgh have taken voluntary redundancy, according to the institution’s principal.

Evening Standard · Apr 25, 2025

Zander Fagerson among Scots battling to be fit ahead of Lions squad announcement

There had been a general expectation that this year’s tour of Australia would include the largest contingent of Scots ever selected for Lions duty.

The Independent UK · Apr 24, 2025

Second union at Edinburgh University ballots staff over proposed cuts

Unison has started a consultative ballot of 600 staff, while the University and College Union is carrying out a formal strike ballot of its members.

The Independent UK · Apr 7, 2025

Edinburgh University staff to vote on industrial action in dispute over cuts

The Universities and Colleges Union said the university had refused to rule out compulsory redundancies as part of efforts to cut £140 million.

Evening Standard · Apr 6, 2025

Injury update: Duhan van der Merwe on track for Lions selection despite ankle concern

Duhan van der Merwe has learned that he is on track to return to action in May, meaning his British and Irish Lions hopes remain alive.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 1, 2025

Duhan van der Merwe’s British and Lions hopes given boost after injury update

Scans on an ankle injury suggest that the Scottish wing is in line to return ahead of the tour

The Independent UK · Apr 1, 2025

Lions call can wait: Pierre Schoeman focuses on delivering for Edinburgh

Pierre Schoeman will not allow the possibility of British and Irish Lions involvement this summer to distract him from helping Edinburgh enjoy a…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 1, 2025

Ben Vellacott has 'unfinished business' at Edinburgh

'Unfinished business' - Ben Vellacott reaction after agreeing new Edinburgh deal.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 20, 2025

Celtic keen for Hibs revenge as Nicolas Kuhn targets more cup glory

Celtic keen for Hibs revenge as Nicolas Kuhn targets more Scottish Cup glory.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 8, 2025