Lenders 'are not doing enough' to help
Perthshire property bosses say lenders aren't doing enough to help first time buyers take their first step on the property ladder. Perthshire Solicitors Property Centre says more funds need to be released if the market is to continue its recovery. The centre's latest statistics show the average sale price is at its highest level since the beginning of 2010. Despite the positive news though, they say it doesn't mean buyers are finding it easy to secure finances.
Jobs boost in Coupar Angus
A Coupar Angus business has announced a major jobs boost for Perthshire. Vion Foods employs more than 600 people and has now revealed plans to create 150 new positions on site. The factory was bought over by Vion, a Dutch company, in 2008 in a deal said to be worth 400 million pounds. They say the move is a response to the growing demand for locally produced food.
Pipes from Belgium visit Castle
Visitors at Balhousie Castle were given a rare treat this morning as the Red Hackle Pipe Band from Belgium played in the gardens. From Antwerp, the band were visiting their spiritual home as they have strong links with the Black Watch. Pipes are no longer exclusive to Scotland, as there are bands across the world.
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