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The amount invested into new stocks and shares ISA policies in Scotland has increased for the third consecutive quarter, according to new data from Scottish Friendly. New ISA policy contributions increased 16% between Q1 and Q2 of this year followed by a 2% increase in the three months to September.

The Scottish agriculture sector requires future funding certainty due to the long-term nature of investment decisions and long lead-in time for farmers, crofters and land managers, according to rural affairs secretary Mairi Gougeon. Ms Gougeon has written to the new secretary of state for environmen

Scotgold Resources has appointed Daniel Bredenkamp and Christopher Pattinson of Australia-based Pitcher Partners Accountants and Advisors (WA) as joint and several administrators.

Scottish salmon has solidified its position as the UK’s top food export, with a remarkable 7% increase in value.

Recent data unveiled by ACCA has highlighted significant issues UK accountants face when interacting with HMRC services at even the most basic level. Over half (52%) of the surveyed UK ACCA members voiced concerns that HMRC's service quality was negatively affecting their work efficiency. This

Subdued growth prospects for the Scottish economy have been highlighted, with predicted growth rates of 0.2% in 2023, 0.7% in 2024, and 1.2% in 2025, according to the University of Strathclyde's Fraser of Allander Institute. Notably, the 2023 forecast is a downward revision from June's figures,

Two professional services firms have signalled their support for female founders by providing funding for their families to travel to one of the world’s biggest tech conferences. Chartered accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael and Thorntons are backing the initiative, orga

It’s a rivalry that has kept football fans on the edge of their stadium seats for almost 150 years – that between Edinburgh’s Hibernian FC and Heart of Midlothian FC. And now that competition is set to hit the golf course as footballing legends from Hibs and Hearts prepare to tee o

The Distillers’ Charity hosted its second biennial One of One Auction, in partnership with Sotheby’s, sponsored once again by McLaren Packaging, in the stately Hopetoun House near Edinburgh last week. Comprising a selection of ultra-rare Scotch whiskies, the 39-lot sale – which att

The farmer in charge of one of a Scottish organic dairy farms is looking to expand his range of dairy products, forge new business relationships and better manage his cashflow thanks to a tailored Invoice Finance facility from Optimum Finance. For farmer Bryce Cunningham, owner of Mossgiel Organic F

Creating businesses with environmental and societal impact has been the resounding motivator for this year’s Converge Award winners. At the 13th annual ceremony, Scotland’s springboard for university founders recognised spinouts and start-ups which are set to transform society, people an

Scotland's property market is experiencing a severe slump in the number of first-time buyers as a result of soaring interest rates since December 2021, with nearly £900 million less being borrowed by Scots aspiring to own homes.

Dal Riata Distillery Ltd has secured planning permission from Argyll & Bute Council to establish a £4.5 million multi-purpose development alongside Campbeltown Loch. The venture will include a distillery, museum, visitor centre, and retail outlet, creating about 20 jobs for the local commu

Scotgold Resources, the owner and operator of Scotland's sole gold mine, faces an uncertain future as the company suspends share trading amid financial woes.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) has endorsed the UK government's recent decision against creating a single insolvency profession regulator.