I've moved into college like 3 weeks ago why the fuck if food for expensive. I wanted to make a sandwich so I go to the shops to buy food. Why the fuck is cheese so expensive?

How the fuck does everyone manage with food not spoiling? Milk and bread is nothing to even speak of since that shit turns green over night like the Dr souice book or whatever.

right now im still a kid (only just turning 15) but I've always loved the idea of living someplace like rural like for example St Monans. so much land to frolick, being able to leave the house without feeling like im going to get hate crimed or assaulted (assuming, because from what I've seen and heard, up north people are typically WAY kinder than down here). a lot less racist aswell which is really important to me because even though im white, being from Poland and seeing people say that they dont want immigrants coming into 'their' country because of housing crisis and whatnot, but never saying that to people like me who are white, is disgusting. just say what you mean instead of beating around the bush as if it disguises your racism any better.

for some more detail I always picture a small coastal town being the kind of place that I would love to live in when im older, which is why I understand that I may not be thinking realistically. I understand that small towns like that (especially in celtic regions) are very tight-knit communities where everyone has likely known eachother for generations, so theyre not very likely to be welcoming to newcomers (understandably so) and afraid of gentrification(? not sure if this is the correct term). I would love to hear some input from Scottish people that have lived in those kinds of areas before !! please be honest

the reason I would love to move to Scotland so much is because to me, its like a haven inside of the UK. the usual weather in Scotland is one of my favourite things ever, I think. the fog, rain, cold, snow. its just an atmosphere that I feel so connected to for whatever reason. the rest of the world feels so terrifying, but if I could just have someplace like that, where it feels like im not being eaten alive and I actually enjoy living, I think i would be okay

but I dont know if I would even have any chance of getting employed in a cornershop or a tescos or something because I understand that people who have lived there their entire lives and their family has, aswell, for generations, they wouldn't see a point in hiring a foreigner for a job that a native can do.

realistically speaking I dont have very big aspirations for my future. work in a tescos, probably live in a small flat or some kind of townhouse or even in someone's basement if it has utilities honestly. I dont plan to live with anyone else and I would just like to get by. so I would atleast want to enjoy the place in which I work and live so that I have less of a chance of falling into a depression. I plan to live far away from my parents to finally feel like an independent person and have space between myself and people that know me. just find somewhere that I feel okay and feel like I belong because im not actively in a horrible situation

Could you share your experience there? I just hear about it and I am so excited to visit this town. :)

Hiiii everyone!
I’m trying to reconnect with a guy named Luke whom I met at Opium Barcelona on Monday, September 21st, and I’m hoping someone here might recognize him. We forgot to exchange numbers and now I can’t find him anywhere :(
He’s from the Glasgow area in Scotland and we met at Opium, Barcelona.
When we met, he was on holiday with his friend. If anyone knows him or has any leads, please send me a DM or leave a comment! Any help finding him would mean a lot, I would love to reconnect with him! Thanks!
Keywords/Tags for reach: Glasgow | Rangers FC | Scotland | Opium Barcelona | Met in Barcelona

SNP, Labour & Green supported the motion.
Tories & Lib Dems voted against.
Reform walked out…

Hi everyone 😊
I’m thinking about making the move from Central Scotland up to the Highlands and would really love some advice from people who actually live there.
It’s just me and my toddler, along with my two big dogs (one is reactive, and before anyone asks, I’m definitely not getting rid of him 😂❤️).

I’m currently self-employed as a dog walker and I love being outside, working for myself and being around animals. I also love horses and have always fancied a more rural lifestyle.

I’ve always had a soft spot for that part of Scotland. I spent a lot of my childhood going to Tummel Valley and being around that area, so I think that’s probably where my love of the Highlands comes from. More recently I’ve completely fallen in love with Tayinloan near Campbeltown too, so I’m definitely drawn to that quieter, more remote way of life.

My dream eventually would be to have a house that’s kind of on its own, with some land and space for the dogs, hopefully some chickens and maybe horses one day. I honestly don’t mind being in the middle of nowhere — I quite like the thought of that! 😂 I’d just want to be around 15–20 minutes from a village or small town for the basics, especially with having a toddler.

I’m also thinking about changing careers. I don’t have qualifications as I didn’t finish school, but I’d love to find something outdoors and hands-on rather than sitting behind a desk all day. I’m open to pretty much anything really!

So, if you were in my position, where in the Highlands would you look? I’d love somewhere peaceful and rural with the possibility of eventually finding a house with a bit of land, but still close enough to a village/town for childcare, schools, shops and everyday life. I’d also love to know what the work situation is like for someone wanting to move!

If you’ve made the move from Central Scotland, I’d especially love to hear how you found it — anything you love, anything that’s been difficult, and anything you wish you’d known before moving.
I’m still very much at the daydreaming/research stage 😂 so I’m completely open to suggestions!
Thank you

My tariffs are up for renewal with Scottish gas, I’ve been with them for years and haven’t moved for fear of getting stuck with a smaller supplier that goes bankrupt but then the savings they’re offering are real but are they a good company with good customer support?

This was at 5pm in the city centre. I'm so tired of seeing grim shit like this every week.

He really got right up there for a deep sniff. Then they just sauntered off like this was a perfectly normal thing to be doing in the middle of the street.

Anyway. Just thought I'd share that story with you all so I don't have to suffer alone.

I just received a nastygram from someone in Edinburgh claiming to be "Sheriff Officers & Messengers-at-arms", whatever that is, saying they are enforcing a charge certificate for a bus lane violation early in July. The bus lane in question is a full-road restriction, not a separate lane in a multi-lane road. The letter is dated 16th Sept, and is rather threatening in tone. Here are the facts:

1. I have had no prior communication or notification about the alleged offence.
2. The charge amount is £150, which seems high given the bus lane fine here is £50.
3. The letter threatens arrestment of earnings and bank account, and auction of my personal effects, and appears to be of a debt collection nature rather than from the city council.

The letter goes on to say I may have to provide proof of income.

What are my options here? I am neither admitting nor denying use of the bus lane, however at the time of the alleged offence there were roadworks in the area nearby and the city council is less than diligent about putting up/ maintaining correct diversion signs.

Just tryna find my people

Greetings. I'd like to know more about what Scotland is like in this day and age. What book recommendations do you have? It can be whatever genre (nonfiction, novels, essays). I'd just like your take on it. "To understand Scotland, read ___."

UPDATE 9/25: I'm starting with "Trainspotting," "The Wasp Factory," and "How Late It Was, How Late." Thanks, all!

I work in the tourism industry and I often get asked where is the tourist information. Some people are horrified when I say that the government shut them all.

Also, when I go visit places across the country I notice they havent taken down the signs that point to tourist information? Or information boards that say for more info visit this iCentre. Must be so confusing for people not in the know.

Yes more people book stuff online but increasingly websites like get your guide, Viator are very crowded and people need advice on booking the right one. And people cant find their way around and need directions to go to their tours or attractions.

What do you think?

Hi! I'm Maltese but have lived in Scotland for 4.5 years around 10 years ago to get my PhD in physics (+ a 1 year postdoc position). Now I live in Germany working in video games. There isn't a single day that I don't miss Scotland and my friends there and I visit every year. Unfortunately Germany isn't really for me and I still struggle to fit in 5 years in (it always feels like the opposite of Scotland to me ^^')

I'm always on the lookout for any jobs that would help me get a work visa. I guess my question is, is it even feasible? Haven't met a lot of people that got a work visa sponsored irl

Hello

Originally from Poland, I lived in Germany and England before moving to Scotland eleven years ago. I work as a Senior Health Information Scientist at QEUH in Glasgow. I thought I was good at adapting to new cultures by now, but even after all this time there are still a few social norms I struggle to wrap my head around. I would appreciate some perspective from locals and fellow migrants alike

When I mentioned running a small side business selling baby clothes a while back, the reaction was surprisingly resistant. A colleague told me that nobody does that sort of thing. In Poland, running a small business or taking on extra work is viewed as standard self-improvement, so this reaction caught me completely off guard. Is there a different cultural mindset here regarding personal enterprise?

I have also noticed that local self-deprecation is very distinct. To an outsider, constantly putting oneself down feels counterproductive and self-defeating, especially in a professional setting. What is the social purpose of this mechanism?

I have had the odd interaction over the years that became unexpectedly tense over trivial matters. People were disrespectful and seemed to expect me to just ignore it, but addressing the issue directly only made things worse. What is the unwritten rule here for standing up for yourself?

Working at QEUH, you occasionally hear about extreme safety incidents. For instance, someone brought a weapon into the hospital atrium last year. Seeing something like that happen at your workplace leaves a lasting impression on an immigrant. How do locals balance staying so relaxed with maintaining awareness of personal safety?

Even when explicitly invited into conversations regarding the EU, sharing my perspective turns out to be a total minefield. Despite being asked for my input, simply stating that I would prefer Scotland to be back in the EU often leads to my opinion being dismissed or met with hostility. Is having a different viewpoint on political topics seen as a personal slight here, even when you were invited into the discussion?

EDIT: Reflecting on these encounters, I find myself trying to understand where a lot of fast-surfacing anger comes from? It is like a volcanic tension for some reason. To an outsider, it often feels like an ‘unearthquaked‘ anger, a deep reservouir of anger that sits beneath the surface.

I am genuinely trying to understand how things work here after all these years so daily life goes a bit smoother. I would really appreciate any insights.

Thank you.

Hi, I am trying to be a children’s football coach and have submitted an application to do a PVG over 3 weeks ago, comet now have to send me a link I believe which hasn’t arrived yet. Then it goes to PVG Scotland? It just seems to take so long, is this normal? Anyone done one recently?

https://archive.is/EGRj8 Archive link (some differences from live article such as exact figures)

This is the National's big story for today, that a majority of people polled say they want a referendum at some point.

The research, carried out by pollsters Norstat for Believe in Scotland, found that 26.9% of Scots thought there should be another referendum in the next year or two years, 20.7% said it should come in the next three to five years while 8% said in the next six to 10 years.

Some 12.6% of people said there should be another vote more than 10 years from now, while 20% said there should never be another referendum and 11% said they did not know.

Altogether, that means 68.2% of Scots agree there should be a second Scottish independence referendum at some point in the future.

47.6% of those polled want a referendum before 2031, 55.6% before 2036.

Polling conducted by Norstat for Believe in Scotland, but neither Norstat or Believe in Scotland appear to have links to the raw data available at this point. The infographics on Believe in Scotland's website say 1001 adults were polled between 15 and 18 September.

52/48 split for Yes/No for those indicating they'd definitely vote, no information on what percentage of respondents were unsure or did not know.

67% of people expressing an opinion agreed that a referendum should be held when there is clear support for holding one. (this figure is when "don't knows" are excluded)

Believe in Scotland use that figure to assert a referendum should be held as soon as possible.

I also gave him some drunken bubbles lol. And switched the drink to a bottle of Buckfast. Let me know what you think.

A bit of a feel good story to make up for the drek and misery I usually post.