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03 SNAPSHOT OF SCOTLAND A quick look at living and working in Scotland
04 THE POWER TO PERFORM Scotland’s reputation for innovation continues in life sciences, finance, energy and electronics
06 BLUE SKY THINKING Education in Scotland is all about life-long learning
08 SMALL AND BEAUTIFUL For a small country Scotland has a lot to offer
10 HOME COMFORT Safe and secure – life in Scotland
14 PARTY PEOPLE Discover the wide range of cultural and sporting activities to enjoy in Scotland
16 CALL OF THE WILD Australian Christene Leiper not only made Scotland her home, but she started up her own business as well
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Welcome...
Scotland has a long tradition of welcoming people from all around the world to come and live in our country. People are attracted to Scotland for
many different reasons: our bustling and cosmopolitan cities, our outstanding natural environment, our vibrant culture and rich heritage, our world-class higher education or our excellent public services and transport links. We want you to: • Live here, because the life is good and enriching
• Work here, because the people are well-educated and ambitious
• Study here, because the standard of higher education is world-class
• Visit here, because Scotland has a natural beauty which radiates from the varied landscapes and people
• Invest here, because Scotland is competitive and productive. The Scottish entrepreneurial spirit and a
strong work ethic, qualities we share with many other nations, are creating opportuni- ties to enable talented people to help build a successful Scotland. Job opportunities are available at different levels across a wide range of sectors including electronic technologies, renewable energy, financial services, life sciences, oil and gas, food and drink, tourism, health and transport. Our vision is of a nation
that is fair and just, a nation that is fertile for ambition and talent, contributing to the world and preparing to be a modern independent state. Whether you are
already moving to Scotland, or thinking about coming to join us, this magazine is intended
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