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From Glasgow Roots to Ayrshire Reputation - Why Quality Workmanship Still Matters There is something reassuring about a family-run business that has spent decades building its reputation the old-fashioned way through hard work, reliability and word of mouth. That is the story behind J. Shearer Roofing Ltd, a company whose roots began in Glasgow more than 30 years ago before expanding its services across Ayrshire and beyond. Originally established as a local roofing business serving homes and...

Jun 9, 2026

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Nando’s to open first Ayrshire restaurant next month

Nando’s has announced it will open its first restaurant in Ayrshire at Kilmarnock Retail Park on Wednesday 21 January. In a news release, the restaurant chain said: “Want PERi-PERi (and Sagres) on tap? We’re on it and opening on Wednesday 21st January.” The new restaurant will offer eat-in, collection and delivery options. It will be located at Kilmarnock Retail Park, next to the Odeon cinema and close to ASDA. Nando’s confirmed that the restaurant will include a Sagres beer tap, a bottomless...

Dec 29, 2025

Education and training are key factors as aviation engineering jobs inch towards a record high

A remarkable event took place at Ayrshire College this week. Doug Maclean Aviation Editor 12th December 2025. AERALIS are the pioneering aircraft design company who aim to build the replacement for the Red Arrows jets at Prestwick airport. They have the backing of world class engineering and manufacturing companies and can attract finance from across the globe. Anton Burford and Callum Watson of AERALIS made a presentation at Ayrshire College. The room was full of an apparently ideal...

Dec 13, 2025

Independent travel agent lah travel takes home top award at hays conference

Ayrshire’s independent travel agency LAH Travel is celebrating national recognition after receiving the Outstanding Achievement Award at the recent Hays Travel Conference. Left to right: Heather Kerr (LAH Manager), Harriet Grainger (Hays IG Manager), Dame Irene Hays and Linda Mackenzie (LAH Travel Consultant) The business, which operates branches in West Kilbride and Kilmarnock, has been part of the Hays Independence Group for almost 22 years. The award acknowledges the agency’s...

Dec 3, 2025

Joannas chippy van wins Scotland’s best mobile fish & chips

Ayrshire’s very own Joannas Fish & Chippy Van has been crowned Best Mobile Fish & Chips in Scotland at this year’s prestigious Scottish Fish & Chip Awards. The much-loved mobile chippy, known for its fresh local produce, golden chips, and friendly service, continues to make waves across Ayrshire and beyond. Judges praised Joannas for its outstanding quality, community focus, and ability to deliver restaurant-standard fish and chips wherever it goes. Adding to the celebrations, Joannas also...

Nov 10, 2025

Ayr’s reel plaice named finalist in national fish and chip award

The Reel Plaice in Ayr has been named one of five national finalists in the prestigious Peter Hill Award 2025, organised by Middleton Foods. The award, created in memory of the company’s late CEO Peter Hill, celebrates excellence and passion within the fish and chip industry. This year’s competition received a large number of entries from across the UK, with The Reel Plaice earning its place among the top contenders. Ryan Baker, Sales Manager at Middleton Foods, said: “We launched The Peter...

Oct 29, 2025

Lord sugar’s adviser to headline Ayrshire chamber annual dinner

A star of BBC’s The Apprentice will swap the boardroom for the ballroom when he visits Ayrshire next year for one of the region’s most prestigious business events. Mike Soutar, best known as one of Lord Sugar’s trusted advisers who grills candidates during the hit show’s interview stage, will be the guest speaker at the Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner. The event, set to take place at Trump Turnberry Resort on Friday, March 27, will bring together up to 500 business leaders and...

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