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Daily Record
22-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
Scotmid donates copies of cancer book at its Lanarkshire Book Bank stores
The Book Banks are situated in certain Lanarkshire stores ensuring this powerful collection of real-life stories is accessible in communities across Scotland and Northern England. Scotmid has strengthened its support for people affected by cancer by donating 50 copies of the book Stories of Cancer and Hope to its network of in-store Book Banks. The Book Banks are situated in certain Lanarkshire stores ensuring this powerful collection of real-life stories is accessible in communities across Scotland and Northern England. The Book Banks are found in the Kilsyth, New Stevenson and Uddingston stores. This latest donation builds on Scotmid's earlier role as one of the key supporters who helped fund the original distribution of 7,500 free copies of the book to over 90 cancer charities and treatment centres. Now, with copies placed in Scotmid Book Banks, the book continues its mission: to let people affected by cancer know they are not alone. The book features 39 deeply personal stories from people of all ages and backgrounds who have faced cancer, either directly or through a loved one. Compassionate, hopeful, and honest, Stories of Cancer and Hope is described as 'beautifully designed and deeply human.' All royalties from book sales go to Maggie's, Scotmid's Charity of the Year 2024–25. Maggie's offers free emotional, practical and social support to people with cancer and those who care for them. 'This book was created to bring people together in a spirit of honesty, courage and hope,' said Kevin Donaghy, author and project lead of Stories of Cancer and Hope. 'We are incredibly grateful to Scotmid, not only for helping us fund the original free distribution to cancer charities and hospitals, but now for placing copies directly into the heart of communities through their Book Banks. 'These stories are meant to be shared and Scotmid is helping make that possible.' Scotmid's Book Banks, launched earlier this year, encourage customers to donate and pick up pre-loved books while supporting literacy and reuse. Customers taking home Stories of Cancer and Hope will be encouraged to enjoy the book before passing it on. * Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook? Head on over and give us a like and share!
Daily Record
22-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
Scotmid donates copies of cancer book at its West Lothian Book Bank stores
The Book Banks are situated in certain West Lothian stores ensuring this powerful collection of real-life stories is accessible in communities across Scotland and Northern England. Scotmid has strengthened its support for people affected by cancer by donating 50 copies of the book Stories of Cancer and Hope to its network of in-store Book Banks. The Book Banks are situated in certain West Lothian stores ensuring this powerful collection of real-life stories is accessible in communities across Scotland and Northern England. The Book Banks are found in the Broxburn, Blackburn and Armadale stores. This latest donation builds on Scotmid's earlier role as one of the key supporters who helped fund the original distribution of 7,500 free copies of the book to over 90 cancer charities and treatment centres. Now, with copies placed in Scotmid Book Banks, the book continues its mission: to let people affected by cancer know they are not alone. The book features 39 deeply personal stories from people of all ages and backgrounds who have faced cancer, either directly or through a loved one. Compassionate, hopeful, and honest, Stories of Cancer and Hope is described as 'beautifully designed and deeply human.' All royalties from book sales go to Maggie's, Scotmid's Charity of the Year 2024–25. Maggie's offers free emotional, practical and social support to people with cancer and those who care for them. 'This book was created to bring people together in a spirit of honesty, courage and hope,' said Kevin Donaghy, author and project lead of Stories of Cancer and Hope. 'We are incredibly grateful to Scotmid, not only for helping us fund the original free distribution to cancer charities and hospitals, but now for placing copies directly into the heart of communities through their Book Banks. 'These stories are meant to be shared and Scotmid is helping make that possible.' Scotmid's Book Banks, launched earlier this year, encourage customers to donate and pick up pre-loved books while supporting literacy and reuse. Customers taking home Stories of Cancer and Hope will be encouraged to enjoy the book before passing it on.
Scotsman
21-07-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
New Edinburgh Scotmid open 7 days a week returns to Fountainbridge
Scotmid's latest Edinburgh store has opened in Fountainbridge - just along the street from the company's original headquarters that opened in 1859. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... On July 17, the new store Dundee Street shop welcomed its first customers to the store which, will be open seven days a week between 7am and 10pm. The grand opening saw the first 50 visitors relieve goodie bags, with three lucky shoppers winning a 43" Samsung Smart TV, Apple Airpods and a X Box after finding a hidden golden ticket in the shop. The 4,000 sq ft store marks Scotmid's return to the heart of the Fountainbridge community, where their journey began 166 years ago with the establishment of the St. Cuthbert's Co-operative Society in Ponton Street. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Edinburgh's latest Scotmid shop opened at 112 Dundee Street in Fountainbridge on Thursday, July 17 | Scotmid Karen Scott, Scotmid chief executive, said: 'This new store marks a milestone for Scotmid. Not only does it serve the needs of a vibrant community but also reconnects Scotmid with its roots as Fountainbridge was where we originated in 1859. We're delighted to invest in Fountainbridge and offer fresh choice, value, and convenience.' To celebrate the occasion Scotmid hosted an event in partnership with Re-Union Canal Boats, a local social enterprise, where guests enjoyed a relaxing canal cruise through Fountainbridge, celebrating Scotmid's past and future in the area. Re-Union reinvests all profits into local community initiatives that improve the area for everyone. Located at 112 Dundee Street, the shop has created 26 jobs and offers an 'enhanced food-to-go' offering including a Costa Coffee, hot breakfasts, freshly prepared baguettes, Tanpopo sushi and rice boxes , salad bowls, Saltire Patisserie artisan bakes, Chopstix Express noodle bar and Big Al's burgers.
Scottish Sun
20-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Police race to Scots shop and seal off street amid major incident
Locals said they heard a helicopter in the sky this evening STREET DRAMA Police race to Scots shop and seal off street amid major incident Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) POLICE have sealed off a street in the east end of Glasgow amid a major ongoing emergency incident. Cops raced to a shop on Budhill Avenue, in the Springboig area, at around this evening. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Police have locked down a street in the east end of Glasgow Credit: Supplied 3 Officers raced to the street at around 7pm Credit: Supplied Officers cordoned off a Scotmid Co-op store at the corner of the street, blocking access to the public. A large police van has been spotted parked at the scene directly outside the shop. Officers were called to the store, which is close to Shettleston train station, when the alarm was raised at around 7pm. Blue tape has been erected around the area, with numerous officers standing guard. It covers the area around the Scotmid shop, which sits on the corner of the street, and the tape stretches around the bend of the road. No one is being allowed access to get through this section of the road. And it is also blocking anyone from accessing the now-closed Greggs branch, which is located next door. It is unclear what sparked the emergency response. However, officers appear to have concentrated their efforts on the Scotmid shop. Concerned locals have flocked to social media after hearing of the incident in the Budhill area. Shocking moment car FIREBOMBED in broad daylight in Scots street One local said they noticed an increased police presence at around 8pm. While another said they saw a helicopter circling the skies above the area at around 8.30pm. Someone else wrote: "Hope everyone is ok". While a fourth chimed in: "Hope all the lovely staff are ok". Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.
Glasgow Times
15-07-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow student housing co-operative secured first property
The Glasgow Student Housing Co-operative (GSHC) will take on a flatted property in the south west of Glasgow following a £300,000 loan and share capital investment from Scotmid Co-operative to Student Co-op Homes. This property will be managed democratically by its student residents and is intended to offer an affordable, community-led housing alternative amid rising private rents. Read more: 'It's fantastic to see': Glasgow spaces recognised with Green Flag Awards 2025 Craig Strachan, chief financial officer at Scotmid, said: "We're delighted to support Student Co-op Homes and help bring the Glasgow Student Housing Co-op's vision to life. "This investment reflects our belief in long-term, values-driven partnerships, and in the ability of young people to lead meaningful change through the co-operative model." The announcement coincides with the UN International Year of Co-operatives 2025, which highlights the role of co-operatives in addressing global social challenges, including the housing crisis. Student Co-op Homes is the UK's national body for student housing co-ops and currently supports more than 130 students in Birmingham, Edinburgh, and Brighton. The new Glasgow development marks the group's expansion into the largest student city in Scotland. Scott Jennings, chair of Student Co-op Homes, said: "Scotmid's support is a game-changer. "It not only helps secure our first property in Glasgow but also sets an inspiring example of how established co-ops can empower new ones. "This is Principle 6 in action, strengthening the co-operative ecosystem from the ground up." May Armstrong, secretary of the Glasgow Student Housing Co-op, said: "This investment means everything to us. "For years, we've been working toward a student housing model that's affordable, sustainable, and rooted in community. "Now we finally have a home we can manage ourselves, and the chance to show what co-operation can achieve." Read more: The phones without internet from tomorrow as Virgin Media O2 expands switch off The project was made possible through a network of supporters. The Edinburgh Student Housing Co-op provided funding for initial running costs, while Co-operate Scotland offered ongoing guidance to GSHC. Law firm Shepherd and Wedderburn delivered pro bono conveyancing and regulatory advice, having been connected to the project through the Thomson Reuters Foundation's TrustLaw network.
