Scotland's location takes up the northern third of the island of Great Britain, we share a border with England to the south and are surrounded by over 790 islands. Scotland is famous all over the world for its culture, hospitality and innovation. Use this section to discover more about our vibrant country and to find out why you should come to live, work or study here.

A multicultural society

Scotland is a multi cultural country. People from around the world choose Scotland to live, work and study. You will find places of worship for many religions here. Scotland has a wide range of facilities and communities to reflect the different cultures of the people who live here.

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Business and economy

Brief overview of Scottish business and economy. Find out about business and economy in Scotland, U.K.

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Government and policies

Information on the Scottish Government and its policies to improve Scotland.

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Language in Scotland

English is the main language spoken in Scotland. There are many ways to learn or improve English language skills.

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Religion

Scotland is a multi cultural country that respects religious beliefs. There are places of worship throughout Scotland.

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Safety and policing

Scotland is a safe place to live. The police in Scotland work with communities to ensure public safety. Find out more about the police in Scotland.

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Weather

Scotland has one of the most varied climates on the planet but it is surprisingly temperate for its latitude and is free from any extreme conditions.

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Welcome to Scotland magazine

Our Welcome to Scotland magazine provides information on living, working and studying in Scotland as well as advice on relocation issues. 

 

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