Westminster · Budget
Chancellor Vows to Cut Benefits Bill ‘In a Labour Way’; Perth Asks What the Other Ways Were
John Healey wants welfare spending down before the election. Scottish voters request a diagram, and ideally a biscuit.
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Thursday, 29 October 2026
Business · Perthshire
Minimum Wage Rise Sparks Perthshire Calculator Shortage as Every Business Does Sums at Once
Employers and workers both reach for the back of an envelope. Envelopes now also more expensive.
Seasonal · Glencarse
Glendoick Christmas Display Aims for 100,000 Visitors; Halloween Told to ‘Wrap It Up, Pal’
'Twas the Night Before Christmas theme confirmed. Pumpkins in the car park report feeling 'pushed out' with days still on the clock.
Planning · St John Street
Former Perth Shoe Shop Could Become Escape Rooms; First Puzzle Is Finding a Size 9 in the Sale
Plans lodged for city-centre building. Locals say they have been trying to escape Perth city centre on a Saturday for years without paying.
Property · Pitlochry
Pitlochry Town Hall Sells for £1; Estate Agents Across Perthshire Report ‘Funny Turn’
185 of 193 consultation replies back transfer to community charity. Property experts say the price per square foot is 'frankly rude'.