The region of Tayside contains some of Scotland's finest scenery, coupled with a fantastic range of amenities. It comprises of three core areas: Perth & Kinross, Dundee and Angus. There are fantastic opportunities for qualified accountants in Tayside who 'work to live' and love outdoor life.
There are a wide variety of highly successful businesses in the Tayside region including major plc's spanning the transport, energy, manufacturing and financial services sectors. With an airport in Dundee, regular train and bus links to both north and south from both Dundee and Perth, Tayside allows you the benefits of living outside a major city but the luxury of being able to visit them or even to commute. There is truly something for everyone
Dundee is the fourth-largest city in Scotland with a population of approximately 150,000 and is situated on the north bank of the River Tay estuary. The city played a key role in the industrial revolution and was world renowned for the local jute industry which played a major role in the city's growth. In this period, Dundee also gained a reputation for its marmalade industry and its journalism, giving Dundee its epithet as the city of "jute, jam and journalism".
Today, Dundee is known as the City of Discovery, in honour of Dundee's history of scientific activities and of the RRS Discovery, Captain Scott's Antarctic exploration vessel. This was built in Dundee and is now berthed in the city harbour. Biomedical and technological industries have arrived since the 1980s and the city now accounts for 10% of the UK's digital-entertainment industry. Design is the buzzword in Dundee as the city is home to Duncan of Jordanstone College, one of Europe's leading art schools.
For sports enthusiasts there are several local football, rugby and cricket teams. There are two universities in Dundee, a vibrant theatre scene and a range of restaurants, bars and retailers. Dundee is alive with intrigue and discovery.
The city of Perth lies 20 miles to the west of Dundee and is picturesque, compact, easily navigated and proud of its safe and friendly environment. With a population of just 50,000 it is framed by two splendid public parks and the striking Tay Street promenade. Perth city centre enjoys an enviable location and has a wealth of shops, farmers markets, restaurants, sports facilities and a bustling and more rural atmosphere.
Scone Palace, the historic crowning place of no less than 42 Scottish Kings and Queens, (including Robert the Bruce and Bonnie Prince Charlie), is situated on the outskirts of the Perth. The city is also home to the world famous Blackwatch Regiment and various museums, galleries and historical architecture.
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