Talking-up Scotland, now over 10 years-old with around 12 000 reports under its belt, has not so far sought financial support. I plan hardware upgrades, no longer wish to pay for software licences and office running costs from the family budget. Most of all due to health reasons/age, I need to increasingly rely on a paid part-time research assistant to keep the blog going at its current level and so financial assistance would help. Please do not under any circumstance feel pressure to contribute if that would be difficult for you. Talking-up Scotland will remain open access to all. Thank you, John.