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The number of company insolvencies registered in Scotland saw a modest decrease in April 2025, falling by 7% compared to the same month in the previous year, with 101 cases recorded. This total comprised 47 creditors' voluntary liquidations (CVLs), 51 compulsory liquidations, and three administratio

Addleshaw Goddard (AG) has announced the opening of applications for its AG Elevate accelerator programme for scale-up businesses. The 10-month programme provides growth-stage businesses with the opportunity to secure access to world-class legal advice, regular mentorship meetings and admission to A

The Cyber and Fraud Hub, Scotland’s only dedicated charity supporting individuals affected by cyber crime and fraud, announces the appointment of Alex Dowall as its CEO. This appointment comes as the hub approaches its first anniversary.

Manor Estates Housing Association Ltd (MEHA) has secured a £13 million funding injection from Royal Bank of Scotland, as it celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Impending changes to UK inheritance tax (IHT) and business property relief (BPR), set to take effect from 6 April 2026, are sparking significant concern amongst business owners regarding their potential financial impact. There is widespread anxiety about funding of unexpected tax liabilities and tri

Northern Turbine Services, a specialist provider of installation, repair, and maintenance for onshore wind turbines, has secured £300,000 in funding from the Royal Bank of Scotland to purchase its leased premises in Orkney.

A popular Paisley pie shop has experienced a significant surge in customers after its founder, Scott Mcginlay, sought assistance from Business Gateway. Launched in 2023, Paisley Pie Co has rapidly cultivated a dedicated clientele, celebrated for its artisanal pies and premium baked goods. The busine

NatWest Group is on the verge of returning to full private ownership for the first time in nearly 17 years, following a significant reduction in the UK government's shareholding. The Treasury has recently sold a further tranche of shares, decreasing its stake from 1.98% to just 0.9%.

Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) and the network of Scotland’s Citizens Advice Bureaux (CABs) are to receive £6 million thanks to independent funder Foundation Scotland.

Aberdeen-based Wood Group has seen the deadline for a potential takeover by Dubai-headquartered Sidara extended for a third time.

ScottishPower's parent company, Iberdrola, has agreed to sell its UK smart meters business, SP Smart Meter Assets (SPSMA), to the Australian financial services group Macquarie in a deal valued at approximately €1,060 million (c. £900m). The transaction is currently awaiting approval from

The UK's insurance market may soon operate under simpler, more straightforward regulations, according to proposals released by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Edinburgh Innovations (EI), the commercialisation service of the University of Edinburgh, has appointed Lizzie Withington to the newly created role of director of venture creation. The position includes building new spinout companies around emerging technologies and growing and maintaining a network

Scottish investors demonstrated a strong start to the year, with initial contributions to new individual savings accounts (ISAs) surging by an average of 19% in the first quarter of 2025 – the biggest quarterly rise of any UK region, according to Scottish Friendly.

The UK government is developing a detailed regulatory framework aimed at positioning the UK as a global leader in digital finance. The proposed rules will subject cryptoasset firms involved in trading, staking, and custody to standards similar to those governing traditional financial institutions.