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The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has launched an investigation into Deloitte and Azets over their audits of the collapsed fintech company, Stenn. The probe follows the company's fall into administration in December after lenders raised concerns about potentially suspicious transactions.

John Graham Holdings Limited, holding company of construction firm GRAHAM, has announced a successful financial year, marked by a significant 71% increase in profit before tax to £25.2 million, up from £14.8m, for the year ending 31 March 2025. This strong performance came despite a mode

Johnston Carmichael has launched a new podcast series that puts leadership in the spotlight, offering honest, thoughtful conversations with a variety of leaders. Titled ‘Who’s Steering This Thing?’, the series is hosted by Martin Osler, partner and chief people officer, and Jude Le

Specialist bridging lender ScotLend has increased its AVM lending limit from 70% to 75% LTV on residential security, following a new £20 million funding facility from Shawbrook. The updated threshold gives brokers more flexibility on fast-moving or complex cases. It enables ScotLend to make qu

Dains Group has appointed David Silver as group chair. Mr Silver brings more than two decades of investment banking experience, most recently serving as Head of European Investment Banking at a US investment bank for nine years.

As the fierce competition for emerging talent in the financial sector has intensifies, Goldman Sachs has reportedly implemented a new policy requiring its junior investment banking analysts to affirm their commitment to the firm every quarter. The strategy follows a similar robust stance from JPMorg

Commercial property company HFD has secured its largest letting this year at its premium serviced office Ospa, with Oticon agreeing to pre-let 20,000 sq ft at Strathclyde Business Park’s Mercury House. From Spring 2026, the Danish hearing aid manufacturer will move its Scottish operation from

Anderson Strathern partner Robin Turnbull examines the potential impact on rural businesses of the UK government's employment law reforms. In rural Scotland, where around 84% of businesses describe themselves as family-owned, the line between employee and family member can often blur. From farming t

Callum Carmichael and Michelle Elliot of FRP Advisory, together with Shona Campbell of Henderson Loggie LLP, have been appointed administrators of Greenfold Systems Ltd, a specialist manufacturing business based in Dunfermline, on 10 July 2025. The company operated from premises at Pitreavie Busines

The UK economy experienced an unexpected contraction of 0.1% in May, according to official figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This fall in gross domestic product (GDP) occurred despite a temporary pause in US tariffs, defying economists' forecasts of 0.1% growth.

A shoe shop has suffered the theft of more than 50 right shoes. Police in Queensland, Australia have appealed for witnesses after a man nicked the 53 shoes – just half of 106 pairs – from a shopping centre on Monday.

Lindsays has renewed its support for DARE Academy, the UK's flagship video game development competition at Abertay University. For an eighth consecutive year, lawyers from the firm will assist innovative games creators by sharing advice regarding the legalities of the games industry and offering tip

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is planning to review its client categorisation rules to unlock more opportunities for wealthy investors and support capital markets, driving economic growth.

The Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA’s) annual report sets out how it has used data and technology to crack down on harm in financial services. Over 1,600 websites suspected of promoting financial services without permission were suspended, removed or blocked in 2024 because of FCA action, a

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has postponed proposed reductions to the tax-efficient cash ISA savings limit following concerted lobbying from banks, building societies, and consumer advocates. The UK government had been anticipated to reveal a significant cut to the current £20,000 annual allowance