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Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP has promoted two of its lawyers to partner and seven to legal director. The newly-appointed partners are Kirsty Headden (pensions) and John Townsend (property and infrastructure).
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Following on from the highest sales achieved in its 162-year history, Scottish Friendly has announced the appointment of a new chair as well as two new non-executive directors. John McGuigan, with over 25 years of executive experience, steps in as the financial mutual's new chair.
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Bancon Group has promoted Jamie Tosh to the position of managing director for Bancon Homes and Bancon Construction. In his new position, Mr Tosh will have responsibility for the company's leadership and development. He will spearhead the implementation of safety protocols ensuring the well-being of
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Glasgow-based corporate digital identity (CDI) firm Encompass Corporation has appointed seasoned finance executive Stuart Barnard as its first chief financial officer. Mr Barnard, who has more than 15 years of experience in the finance industry, particularly within start-up and scale-up organisation
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Carol Nisbet has been appointed managing partner of CMS' Aberdeen office. She succeeds Norman Wisely, who served in the role for the past 10 years.
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RSM UK has appointed Alex Tait as its new national head of risk and governance, with a mandate to accelerate growth and to support a strategic drive to strengthen the firm’s wider consulting advisory solutions. Mr Tait aims to double the size and scope of the firm's risk and governance busines
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In response to evolving global ESG reporting regulations, AAB Group has introduced a dedicated ESG division. In the last year ESG reporting changes have been written into EU regulations and will be written into UK regulations over the next three years, impacting a range of businesses from larger com
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Dundee-based accountancy firm Ashton McGill, which is founded by father and son Alasdair and Andrew McGill, has announced a 41% increase in annual turnover for 2023. The business attributes this success to an increased portfolio of clients across Scotland, which has propelled it towards achieving a
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The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) has marked a record year with the highest number of annual admissions in its 170-year history. Nearly 850 Chartered Accountants (CAs) joined the profession at its annual admission ceremony on 13 April.
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In a significant expansion, two Borders accountancy firms, Hogg & Thorburn and JRW, have formally merged. Having taken effect on 6 April 2024, the amalgamation forms JRW Hogg & Thorburn, marking a milestone in the histories of these long-established firms.
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EQ Accountants has announced its merger with Douglas Home & Co. Part of EQ's expansion plan to triple its turnover in the next five years, the alliance will see the firm's office count increase to 10 locations across Scotland and Northern England, with a combined workforce of 210 professionals.
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Recent data reveals a concerning trend in Scottish footfall, urging for cohesive strategies from the incoming First Minister.
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Scottish accountancy and business advisory firm Consilium Chartered Accountants has advised Cofficient on the successful transition to employee ownership. Consilium provided tax and corporate finance advisory services to the founders of the business who sold the company shareholding to an employee o
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The first quarter has seen a significant downturn in cashflow and profits for Scottish businesses, with sizeable contractions recorded across four of the five sectors, according to the latest Scottish Chambers of Commerce quarterly economic indicator.
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An eco-conscious couple have opened their second environmentally friendly luxury log cabin at the foot of the Eildon Hills for holidaymakers.
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Business confidence in Scotland fell significantly in March, according to Bank of Scotland Commercial Banking. The bank's latest Business Barometer showed the overall confidence level dropped 15 points to 41%, with companies reporting lower optimism in their own business prospects, down 10 poin
