THE Herald today restarts the Scottish Politician of the Year Awards, recognising those who provide vital leadership through these exceptional times. Its return after three years comes as the country faces unprecedented challenges and highlights the need for strong, imaginative leadership from our politicians in tackling them. Started in 1999, the awards are the highlight of the Scottish political calendar and are sponsored by ScottishPower, Openreach, and Aiir Networks. The winners of the Herald Scottish Politician of the Year Awards 2022 will be announced at Prestonfield House in Edinburgh on November 24. Expanding and exploiting digital connectivity are just some of the tough and complex issues that Scottish politicians must tackle, and The Herald's Awards are a great platform to celebrate everything they do, across the board, to help the nation.”Aiir Networks Group Managing Director Hamish Fraser said: “Aiir Networks is delighted to be able to welcome The Herald’s Scottish Politician of the Year Awards back as the most exciting event on the Scottish political calendar.

Source: The Herald August 18, 2022 20:35 UTC