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For London-based asset managers stuck on packed commuter trains on dark winter’s mornings, emigrating to Edinburgh may seem distinctly appealing. Early hours in the Scottish capital are equally black, but thanks to Edinburgh’s spatial compactness, long (and crowded) commutes are rare. Willie Watt, chief executive of Martin Currie, the boutique investment manager, is among those benefiting from the pleasant environment. “One of the great things about living and working in Edinburgh... Read more

For those suffering the drudgery of a lengthy commute, the idea of walking to work would be daily nirvana. If you’re prepared to up sticks and move north of the Border, you’ll very likely achieve just that. Edinburgh, apart from being a beautiful city, is also Scotland’s financial hub. Almost exclusively buy-side, it manages to combine high-powered finance with a more civilised pace of existence. Accessibility and an improved quality of life... Read more