What is the Celtic Name for Scotland?
In English it is referred to as Gaelic (or Scottish Gaelic), a language related to, but distinct from, Irish (or Irish Gaelic).
It is called Gàidhlig in Scottish Gaelic; pronounced 'gallic'.
How much post for 1.3 oz letter to Scotland?
55 cent (up to 100g - normal sized envelope) within Ireland
82 cent (up to 100g - normal sized envelope) from Ireland to UK/rest of Europe & rest of world
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Does Scotland use the pound or the Euro for currency?
Scotland uses the UK pound. The "pound Scots" was Scotland's currency prior to their union with the Kingdom of England in 1707.
How many branches does Royal Bank of Scotland have in the world?
on page 281 on the 2008 annual report RBS says it has 651 RBS branches and 1,628 NatWest branches. Ulster and First Active have 295 branches though many of these are of course in the Republic of Ireland.
Who are Scotland's major trading partners?
The UK well trade with almost all country's (there may be restrictions placed on trade with specific nations or specific good). The UK hold particularly close trading relations with all European Union nations. This is part of the European Single Market that aims to enable nations to trade without hindrance often associated with cross boarder trade.
Spain Italy,and France
What are peoples hobbies in Scotland?
Golf, football (soccer), curling, hunting and other pastimes common to the british isles.
Aberdeen Scotland is the oil capital of Europe.
Aberdeen Scotland has two famous universities, the University of Aberdeen and Robert Gordon University.
Aberdeen hosts the Aberdeen International Youth Festival.
How many cities named Aberdeen are there?
The following states have a place known as Aberdeen:
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What is the economy in Scotland?
The Lowlands (Southern part) of Scotland have a good economy with cities such as Edinburgh and Glasgow. However in the Highlands (Norther part) of Scotland, it is poorer, but the landscape is nicer.
What is the currency of Scotland compared to the us?
Scotland uses the same currency as the rest of the United Kingdom, which is the British Pound Sterling. You can find US dollar to UK pound exchange rates on many online sites or from your bank.
Who was the first to climb ben nevis and when?
The first person to climb Ben Nevis was a man called James Robertson on the 17th of August in 1771.
What is distance from Fort William Scotland to Portree Isle of Skye Scotland?
The distance between Fort William and Portree is approximately 109 miles and takes about 2hrs 30 mins.
What is the distance between loch lomond and prestwick?
depending were abouts in Glasgow u are its about 35/40 miles
depending were abouts in Glasgow u are its about 35/40 miles
What services does Bank of Scotland Halifax provide online?
Halifax UK are a banking service. They offer: bank accounts; saving accounts - both cash and shares (stock) individual savings accounts; credit cards; loans; mortgages; home, car and travel insurance; and assistance and advice in managing ones investments. They also offer an online banking service.
Where is the shortest street in Scotland?
There are only five 'cities' in Scotland, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee and Inverness - the other centres of population are either towns or villages.
In 2002, as part of the Golden Jubilee Celebrations, Queen Elizabeth II (of England etc) granted city status to Stirling. There are now six cities in Scotland.
In addition, Perth, Scotland, formerly considered a city, had its status overlooked in the 1975 Local Government reorganisation, but is currently seeking Royal approval to have its city status reaffirmed.
Why does Scotland not use euro?
Scotland is part of the UK and the UK government has decided to remain financially independent and not become part of the Eurozone.
What percent of people speak English in Scotland?
Well the fair majority of us speak Scots-English or Scots tongue which is a language acording to the EU. The minority of us speak Gaelic, which is only spoken in the northern isles and islands.
What is the best primary school in Scotland 2010?
It is gracemount primary school from Caitlin aitken
Is the thistle the emblem for Scotland?
The thistle became National Emblem of Scotland in 1263 during the battle of Lags. During the battle the Norwegian Army tried to attack in darkness, but one their soldier stepped on a Thistle and screamed, thus alerting Scottish Clansmen, who were able to retreat the attackers.
What is the name of the largest island of the inner hebrides?
Largest island of the Inner Hebrides, Highland region, off the west coast of Scotland; area 1,740 sq km/672 sq mi; population (1991) 8,900. - i was looking it up for a quiz but having visited was fairly sure anyway. Cheers, Dave