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Andrew Batchelor



COMMENT: The Discover Dundee tour bus should extend to Broughty Ferry - even if it’s only on selected dates
The Discover Dundee open-top tour bus is a brilliant initiative that gives visitors and locals alike a unique perspective of our...
Andrew Batchelor
Apr 22


COMMENT: The Discover Dundee tour bus should extend to Broughty Ferry - even if it’s only on selected dates
The Discover Dundee open-top tour bus is a brilliant initiative that gives visitors and locals alike a unique perspective of our...
Andrew Batchelor
Apr 22


ANDREW BATCHELOR: Meeting people is the best part of doing Dundee Culture - and meeting Gill proves this
Out of all the benefits that come with running Dundee Culture, one stands out as my absolute favourite—one that resonates with me on a...
Andrew Batchelor
Mar 16


ANDREW BATCHELOR: Dundee's Braw Tea Cafe shows how independent businesses can adapt to do something new
Picture: Braw Tea Cafe With cinemas facing increasing pressure these days, it is a welcome relief to hear of one small business in...
Andrew Batchelor
Mar 13


ANDREW BATCHELOR: Dundee and Toronto should be twin cities - and the Mackenzie House collab is the first step
Dundee and Toronto should be twin cities. (Toronto Picture: Michael Muraz) When I was planning my trip to Toronto from late 2023 into...
Andrew Batchelor
Mar 3


ANDREW BATCHELOR: Dundee’s cruise industry is one that deserves more growth
Dundee becoming a serious cruise destination is a hugely welcome step for the city's economy, and the fact that cruise tourism is being...
Andrew Batchelor
Feb 26


ANDREW BATCHELOR: Dundee’s new high tech studio could make it a TV and film powerhouse
Picture: Supplied Dundee has been at the forefront of technological innovation for years, particularly with regard to computer gaming,...
Andrew Batchelor
Feb 21


ANDREW BATCHELOR: Dundee should be at the heart of Scotland’s Expo showcase
With gaming set to be at the centre of Scotland’s role at the World Expo, Dundee should be at the heart of the country’s showcase. The...
Andrew Batchelor
Feb 13


ANDREW BATCHELOR: Dundee should look to host the Tall Ships Race
Picture: Wikimedia Commons The Tall Ships Race is one of the most fascinating events in the calendar. Every time it comes around, it...
Andrew Batchelor
Feb 8


ANDREW BATCHELOR: £14 million to Dundee’s art organisations is a welcome boost
The Dundee Rep will receive £8 million by 2028. (Picture: Google) I was delighted to hear the news that Creative Scotland announced £14.2...
Andrew Batchelor
Jan 31
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