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The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Kiltwalkers raise £750k during charity walk in Dundee
A further 1,600 did the 'Wee Wander' and set off from Broughty Ferry on a four-mile walk before joining the rest at the finish line. 525 charities will benefit from the walk with every pound going towards each individual person's cause. Kiltwalk CEO Paul Cooney said: "The majority of our brilliant Kiltwalkers are fundraising for local charities that do vital work here in North Fife, Dundee and Angus - and thanks to their generosity, we are on track to raise over £750,000 for incredible local causes. Thanks to the Hunter Foundation underwriting Kiltwalk, every pound donated - including Gift Aid - goes to the walkers' chosen charities. "We are grateful for the support of NHS Tayside Charitable Foundation, and their 300 Kiltwalkers, and to the Northwood Charitable Trust, both of which have made the Dundee Kiltwalk an essential fixture in the area's calendar. "This year marks our tenth year of Kiltwalking, and the kindness of walkers and their families has been overwhelming." Read More Shelly McCarthy, charity chief officer at NHS Tayside Charitable Foundation, said: 'We are delighted to be a sponsor of Kiltwalk Dundee this year, and proud to have over 300 amazing walkers getting their steps in – together we're making a real difference for the health of the people of Tayside.' All Dundee Kiltwalkers who registered and fundraised are in with the chance of winning a car worth £30,000, thanks to headline sponsor Arnold Clark. Russell Borrie, chief executive officer at Arnold Clark, said: 'The Kiltwalk continues to make a huge difference to so many communities across Scotland, bringing people together to raise vital funds for charities close to their hearts. We know it's always a great occasion that's enjoyed by everyone, including the many Arnold Clark employees who take part every year. 'We're also excited to offer Kiltwalkers the chance to win any car up to the value of £30,000!' 200 of the walkers opted to fundraise for Sir Chris Hoy's Tour de 4 campaign, which aims to improve the lives of people living with stage four cancer. Their donations are distributed between five specially selected charities: Cancer Research UK, Maggie's, Prostate Cancer UK, Breast Cancer Now, and Macmillan Cancer Support. Dundee is the penultimate Kiltwalk of the year, with the finale for 2025 taking place in Edinburgh on Sunday 14 September, with the registration fee remaining £20 thanks to The Hunter Foundation.
Scotsman
25-07-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
New Scotland rugby home kit inspired by Murrayfield crowd - how to buy and how much it costs
Sound wave of Scotland chant embossed into jersey Sign up to our Rugby Union newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, 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... Scottish Rugby have released the new national team home kit for the 2025-26 season - featuring a sound wave design inspired by the chants of the Murrayfield crowd. Produced by Italian brand Macron, who have been official kit suppliers to Scottish Rugby since 2013, the new strip carries the traditional navy blue as the predominant colour along with the addition of heather purple details. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The design also features two striking graphic elements with a tonal print on the sleeve depicting the sound wave generated by the fans chanting 'Scotland, Scotland, Scotland, Scotland', while the word 'Scotland' itself is embossed repeatedly across the lower back of the shirt. Scottish Rugby's new home kit featuring a sound wave design inspired by the Murrayfield crowd. | Scottish Rugby/Macron The kit is completed by navy blue shorts featuring lighter navy vertical stripes down the sides and purple detailing on the leg hems. The navy socks are finished with a thin horizontal heather purple stripe at the top. The strip, which has the logo of main strip sponsor, Arnold Clark, emblazoned across the front, will first be worn during the upcoming Quilter Nations Series in November, followed by the Men's, Women's and U20s Six Nations Championships in the New Year. Ross Cook, Macron's Senior Technical Sponsorship Manager, said: 'So excited to be unveiling the new Scottish Rugby home kit as a tribute to the unique roar of Scottish Gas Murrayfield and the Hive . Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Darcy Graham models the new Scotland home strip. | Scottish Rugby/Macron 'We've tried to capture the emotion every fan feels as the stadium erupts, interpreting that iconic sound into a striking sound wave design embossed into the fabric of the jersey. 'This jersey doesn't just represent a Scottish team, it echoes a nation's pride.' Scottish Rugby's Lead Creative Designer, Laura Chessar, added: "I am thrilled to unveil the new Scotland home kit. This season's design on our traditional dark navy base with a hint of purple heather on the trim is brought to life with the actual sound wave of home fans chanting 'SCOTLAND! SCOTLAND! SCOTLAND!' illustrated across the players' shoulders and the words across their backs. Scotland women captain Rachel Malcolm models the new 2025-26 kit. | Scottish Rugby/Macron "When you hear the chant, the hairs stand up on the back of your neck and you're transported to the electric atmosphere of Scottish Gas Murrayfield matchday. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad "Designed in-house, in collaboration with macron, I hope it resonates with everyone who wears the jersey."
Daily Record
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Motorists could get £5,000 fine and 9 points for using item while driving
Motorists could be penalised and hit with a hefty four-figure fine for simply using a vape behind the wheel, according to experts. Here's everything you need to know Motorists could face a hefty fine running into the thousands for using a vape while driving, warn experts. Although vaping behind the wheel isn't explicitly banned, large clouds of vapour in the car can be seen as a significant safety risk. Specialists caution that exhaling vapour could obscure a driver's view and lead to accusations of careless driving. Drivers may also face penalties for driving without due care and attention, which could result in substantial fines if pursued through the courts. This lesser-known regulation could catch drivers off guard, whether they're commuting or setting off on their summer break. Experts at Arnold Clark said: "Drivers could be slapped with a £100 fine for careless driving if the police conclude that the driver failed to properly control their vehicle because they were smoking." "Motorists who are distracted by cigarette or vape smoke can be prosecuted for driving without due care and attention. The plume of smoke can hamper a driver's vision and result in an accident." The experts added: "In more serious cases, or those contested in court, the charge can attract a maximum £5,000 fine, up to nine penalty points and even a court-imposed driving ban." Previous research by IAMRoadSmart disclosed that 57% of motorists confess to vaping or smoking whilst driving, reports the Express. The study discovered that nearly one in four road users acknowledge doing so frequently in a significant finding. The survey revealed that approximately 16% of drivers vape during lengthy trips, with 10% only using their device when travelling alone. Nevertheless, impaired visibility could constitute a violation of the Road Traffic Act 1988 and result in severe repercussions. Alongside the penalties, motorists could risk receiving between three and nine penalty points on their licence, which might force some individuals off the roads. said: "But what does the law say? Currently vaping while driving isn't specifically illegal. However, large clouds of vapour could obscure your vision, which might result in a fine for driving without due care and attention. "Police have highlighted this as being dangerous, and drivers could face costly penalties and points on their licence."
Daily Record
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Drivers warned they could be hit with £5,000 fine for using item behind the wheel
Drivers could face a hefty four-figure fine for vaping behind the wheel, warn experts. While there's no explicit law against using a vape while driving, large clouds of vapour in the car could be seen as a significant safety risk. Specialists warn that exhaling vapour could obscure a driver's view and lead to accusations of careless driving. Motorists might also face charges for driving without due care and attention, which can result in fines reaching into the thousands if the matter goes to court. This lesser-known regulation could catch drivers off guard, whether they're commuting or jetting off on their summer break. Experts at Arnold Clark have issued a warning, saying: "Drivers could be slapped with a £100 fine for careless driving if the police conclude that the driver failed to properly control their vehicle because they were smoking. "Motorists who are distracted by cigarette or vape smoke can be prosecuted for driving without due care and attention. The plume of smoke can hamper a driver's vision and result in an accident." "In more serious cases, or those contested in court, the charge can attract a maximum £5,000 fine, up to nine penalty points and even a court-imposed driving ban." Earlier research conducted by IAMRoadSmart disclosed that 57% of motorists confess to vaping or smoking whilst at the wheel. The study uncovered that almost one in four road users acknowledge doing this on a regular basis in a startling discovery, reports the Express. The findings revealed that approximately 16% of drivers use vaping devices during lengthy trips, whilst 10% only resort to their gadgets when travelling solo. Nevertheless, impaired vision could constitute a violation of the Road Traffic Act 1988 and result in severe repercussions. Beyond the financial penalties, motorists could face the prospect of receiving between three and nine penalty points on their driving licence, potentially forcing some individuals to lose their driving privileges entirely. said: "But what does the law say? Currently vaping while driving isn't specifically illegal. However, large clouds of vapour could obscure your vision, which might result in a fine for driving without due care and attention. "Police have highlighted this as being dangerous, and drivers could face costly penalties and points on their licence.
Daily Mirror
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Drivers warned they could be hit with £5,000 fine for using item behind the wheel
Drivers may be risking a hefty fine with what can be considered a major safety hazard and lead to charges of careless driving Drivers could face a hefty four-figure fine for vaping behind the wheel, warn experts. While there's no explicit law against using a vape while driving, large clouds of vapour in the car could be seen as a significant safety risk. Specialists warn that exhaling vapour could obscure a driver's view and lead to accusations of careless driving. Motorists might also face charges for driving without due care and attention, which can result in fines reaching into the thousands if the matter goes to court. This lesser-known regulation could catch drivers off guard, whether they're commuting or jetting off on their summer break. Experts at Arnold Clark have issued a warning, saying: "Drivers could be slapped with a £100 fine for careless driving if the police conclude that the driver failed to properly control their vehicle because they were smoking. "Motorists who are distracted by cigarette or vape smoke can be prosecuted for driving without due care and attention. The plume of smoke can hamper a driver's vision and result in an accident." "In more serious cases, or those contested in court, the charge can attract a maximum £5,000 fine, up to nine penalty points and even a court-imposed driving ban." Earlier research conducted by IAMRoadSmart disclosed that 57% of motorists confess to vaping or smoking whilst at the wheel. The study uncovered that almost one in four road users acknowledge doing this on a regular basis in a startling discovery, reports the Express. The findings revealed that approximately 16% of drivers use vaping devices during lengthy trips, whilst 10% only resort to their gadgets when travelling solo. Nevertheless, impaired vision could constitute a violation of the Road Traffic Act 1988 and result in severe repercussions. Beyond the financial penalties, motorists could face the prospect of receiving between three and nine penalty points on their driving licence, potentially forcing some individuals to lose their driving privileges entirely. said: "But what does the law say? Currently vaping while driving isn't specifically illegal. However, large clouds of vapour could obscure your vision, which might result in a fine for driving without due care and attention. "Police have highlighted this as being dangerous, and drivers could face costly penalties and points on their licence.
