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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

Moray business launches 'first ever' tool to measure climate impact of PR activity

19 March 2024
Moray business launches 'first ever' tool to measure climate impact of PR activity

Moray business launches 'first ever' tool to measure climate impact of PR activity

19 March 2024

Scottish public relations agency Spey has launched the 'first ever' tracking tool to measure the climate impact of PR activity.


Moray businesswoman on navigating PTSD, women 'having it all' and release of debut single

08 March 2024
Moray businesswoman on navigating PTSD, women 'having it all' and release of debut single

Moray businesswoman on navigating PTSD, women 'having it all' and release of debut single

08 March 2024

A Moray businesswoman was thrown a curveball five years ago and has since learned a few vital lessons.


HITA: Celebrating the best in the tourism industry for 17 years

01 March 2024
HITA: Celebrating the best in the tourism industry for 17 years

HITA: Celebrating the best in the tourism industry for 17 years

01 March 2024

The 17th Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards, which launches today, celebrates the best tourism businesses in the Highlands.


Moray business leaders get insight into life at RAF Lossiemouth

28 February 2024
Moray business leaders get insight into life at RAF Lossiemouth

Moray business leaders get insight into life at RAF Lossiemouth

28 February 2024

Moray Chamber of Commerce hosted an Audience with Group Captain Jim Lee, the current station commander.


North of Scotland firm beats other national finalists for coveted award

09 February 2024
North of Scotland firm beats other national finalists for coveted award

North of Scotland firm beats other national finalists for coveted award

09 February 2024

Watson Wood Financial Planning scooped the coveted award at the national awards ceremony in London.


PICTURES: Highland News and Media scoop four awards at regional press ball

03 February 2024
PICTURES: Highland News and Media scoop four awards at regional press ball

PICTURES: Highland News and Media scoop four awards at regional press ball

03 February 2024

The Highland News and Media Group picked up four awards, including the new website of the year award at the Highlands and Islands Press Ball.


Highland Shortbread Showdown 2024 is open for applications

25 December 2023
Highland Shortbread Showdown 2024 is open for applications

Highland Shortbread Showdown 2024 is open for applications

25 December 2023

The Highland Shortbread Showdown is returning for a second year to discover the best biscuits from across the region.


All rail fares to increase by 8.7 per cent in 2024 including Caledonian Sleeper

21 December 2023
All rail fares to increase by 8.7 per cent in 2024 including Caledonian Sleeper

All rail fares to increase by 8.7 per cent in 2024 including Caledonian Sleeper

21 December 2023

Transport Scotland has confirmed the fares increase it will put in place for 2024.


Retail, hospitality and leisure "will be feeling very unloved by the government after the budget" says Moray chief executive

20 December 2023
Retail, hospitality and leisure "will be feeling very unloved by the government after the budget" says Moray chief executive

Retail, hospitality and leisure "will be feeling very unloved by the government after the budget" says Moray chief executive

20 December 2023

The Scottish Government announced its annual budget yesterday, and it has received a mixed reaction from businesses.


Police appeal after serious crash in New Elgin sees pedestrian in critical condition

10 December 2023
Police appeal after serious crash in New Elgin sees pedestrian in critical condition

Police appeal after serious crash in New Elgin sees pedestrian in critical condition

10 December 2023

Road policing officers are appealing for information following a serious crash in the North Street area of New Elgin.


Forres business woman says she 'felt late husband with her' as she is crowned woman of inspiration

09 November 2023
Forres business woman says she 'felt late husband with her' as she is crowned woman of inspiration

Forres business woman says she 'felt late husband with her' as she is crowned woman of inspiration

09 November 2023

Jane Duncan Rodgers claimed the title of woman of inspiration at the National Business Awards hosted by the Association of Scottish Business Women.


Chivas Brother opens guest house with permanent whisky library in Speyside

08 November 2023
Chivas Brother opens guest house with permanent whisky library in Speyside

Chivas Brother opens guest house with permanent whisky library in Speyside

08 November 2023

Whisky giant, Chivas Brothers has announced the opening of its first guest house, Linn House.


Lossiemouth brewery 'very proud' to win award for sustainability practices

02 November 2023
Lossiemouth brewery 'very proud' to win award for sustainability practices

Lossiemouth brewery 'very proud' to win award for sustainability practices

02 November 2023

Windswept Brewing Co received the sustainability award at the recent Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2023.


PICTURES: Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2023

28 October 2023
PICTURES: Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2023

PICTURES: Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2023

28 October 2023

The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards took place at the Kingsmills Hotel.


Winners of Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2023 announced

28 October 2023
Winners of Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2023 announced

Winners of Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2023 announced

28 October 2023

The awards celebrate the talent, quality and diversity across food, drink and hospitality in the Highlands and Islands.


Prime minister pledges £20million for Elgin town centre

01 October 2023
Prime minister pledges £20million for Elgin town centre

Prime minister pledges £20million for Elgin town centre

01 October 2023

The prime minister said the 10-year deal would put 'funding in the hands of local people' to improve communities.


Shares of Elgin housebuilder plummet as it launches debt crunching strategy

21 September 2023
Shares of Elgin housebuilder plummet as it launches debt crunching strategy

Shares of Elgin housebuilder plummet as it launches debt crunching strategy

21 September 2023

Springfield Properties has announced that it will stop paying share dividends.


Mum of late Forres man asks motorcyclists to help with funeral tribute

04 September 2023
Mum of late Forres man asks motorcyclists to help with funeral tribute

Mum of late Forres man asks motorcyclists to help with funeral tribute

04 September 2023

The mother of Sam Beaven is organising a fitting tribute for her late son, by asking bikers to come along and participate in the funeral procession.


Strike dates for schools in Moray to be announced in coming days

04 September 2023
Strike dates for schools in Moray to be announced in coming days

Strike dates for schools in Moray to be announced in coming days

04 September 2023

UNISON will give the employer at least 14 days’ notice of strike dates, which will be announced in the coming days.


Childline offers free support and advice to Moray students getting exam results

07 August 2023
Childline offers free support and advice to Moray students getting exam results

Childline offers free support and advice to Moray students getting exam results

07 August 2023

Childline is giving free, confidential support and advice to young people under the age of 19 at www.childline.org.uk or by phone on 0800 1111.


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