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Three pioneering healthtech companies are set to accelerate their growth and market impact thanks to investment from STAC, Scotland’s industry-led accelerator for smart, connected, and deep tech startups. STAC has announced the completion of its first investments through its newly launched inv

Charities and social enterprises in the Scottish Borders will have the opportunity to connect with fund managers and experts within Scotland’s third sector, helping them secure the resources they need to increase their social and economic impact and improve the lives of those individuals and c

Dubai’s billionaire ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum has fitted solar panels on his Highland estate without planning permission.

Hiring activity across the UK fell sharply in July as businesses held back on recruitment amidst concerns over the economic outlook and rising labour costs.

Global law firm Clyde & Co has reported a 3% increase in revenue to £854 million in its latest financial year. The firm, which has offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen, also saw profit increase by 1.8% to £177.5m in the year to 30 April 2025.

Residential and commercial conveyancing specialist firm Kaur Sutherland has merged with Greenock-based Maitlands Solicitors.

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is warning consumers about scammers posing as car finance lenders. The FCA has received recent reports of scammers calling people and offering fake compensation in exchange for personal details such as their name, address, date of birth and bank information. Thi

A new independent brokerage, Octo Insurance Brokers, has officially launched with an ambitious target to write £5 million in gross written premiums in its first year. Founded by father and son, Richard and Domenico Davis, the firm brings together decades of industry experience and entrepreneur

The Bank of England (BoE) has reduced the base interest rate to 4%, but a deep split among policymakers has signalled that the current cycle of reductions may be nearing its end. The decision was so contentious that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) had to hold two rounds of voting for the first t

Scotland's sole charity dedicated to supporting victims of cybercrime and fraud has announced a significant impact in its inaugural year, recovering or preventing the loss of over £1.15 million for those affected. Launched in July 2024, The Cyber and Fraud Hub, working in close collaboration w

Scotland’s hospitality sector is facing a “brutal” crisis, with new figures revealing that 70% of pubs, bars, and hospitality venues are in decline or considering closure, according to the Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA).

TLT has reported a record annual turnover of £187 million in its latest financial results, with Scottish revenue having increased by over 400% in six years. Revenue was up by around 7.5% from £174m in the previous financial year.

Aberdeenshire-headquartered energy services firm AquaTerra Group has expanded with the establishment of AquaTerra Marine Inc in Guyana. This expansion strengthens AquaTerra’s international footprint and reinforces its commitment to delivering high quality solutions to the global energy sector.

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has confirmed it uses artificial intelligence to analyse taxpayers' social media posts as part of criminal investigations into tax evasion.

Scotland’s labour market continued to show some resilience as the second half of the year got underway, with job creation in the service sector partially offsetting lower manufacturing payroll numbers. Following two months of growth, business activity across the Scottish private sector slipped