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Apparently, Backgammon is Fashionable Again

I discovered on Tuesday morning that backgammon is fashionable again. I was having my second cup of tea and reading about the things fashionable people are doing when I came across the news. Backgammon, it seems, has returned to drawing rooms, clubs and fashionable tables, where attractive people are once again moving little counters around expensive boards while looking as though they have understood the rules since birth. “Backgammon is back,” I told Mr Gunn. He looked up from his breakfast. “Where did it go?” “Out of fashion.” “When?” “I don’t know.” “Well, how do you know it’s back?” “Because

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Oatcakes

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This is a Scottish traditional recipe that has not been modified from its original version. You will need to substitute for modern ingredients as required. You will need: – 1 cup of oatmeal – 1 teaspoonful of melted fat – pinch of baking soda – 1/2 teaspoonful of salt – hot water 1. Mix dry ingredients and add fat. 2. Add sufficient water to make a moderately stiff dough. 3. Roll out as thin as possible. 4. Bake one side on girdle till corners begin to curl, toast in front of fire or under grill. 5. May also be baked
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When Does a Visitor Become Taxable?

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I have been reading about the proposed Highland Visitor Levy, and I have questions. This will surprise nobody who knows me. I have questions about most things. I once kept a washing-machine engineer in the kitchen for forty minutes because he said the noise was “within normal parameters” and I wanted to know whose normal parameters we were discussing. The Highland Council is consulting on a visitor levy which, if eventually approved, could mean a charge of £5 per room per night for hotels, B&Bs and similar accommodation, and £2 for hostels, campsites and caravan parks. This sounds straightforward. Nothing
Buchanan Bespoke

Buchanan Bespoke Shoemaking

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Buchanan Bespoke stands as a paragon of Scottish craftsmanship, rooted deeply in the proud heritage of traditional shoemaking. Their website offers a seamless gateway into the world of custom Scottish footwear, providing an exceptional showcase of both their historical legacy and the bespoke products they offer. Established in 1925 and operating near the historic River Clyde in Glasgow, Buchanan Bespoke carries forward a nearly century-old tradition of shoemaking excellence. The website itself is a testament to the brand’s commitment to quality and heritage. It features a rich tapestry of information that highlights the meticulous care and artisanal skills involved in