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More than 6,000 companies, business leaders and workers have signed up to a campaign calling on the UK government to fast-track its new North Sea fiscal regime and avert tens of thousands of “avoidable” job losses.  The decision by Chancellor Rachel Reeves to extend the Energy Profi

The property market across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife, and the Borders saw average selling price rise by 5.1% year-on-year to £299,050, between September and November 2025, according to the latest figures from ESPC. The period recorded a general slowdown in sales volume and new listing

Aberdeen has agreed to become the sponsoring employer of the Stagecoach Group Pension Scheme (SGPS), a move that is set to bring significant benefits to its 22,000 members. The scheme, which benefits from a strong surplus position, will continue to "run on". This model ensures long-term security for

Dundee entrepreneur Tony Banks paid £8.26 million to acquire Eden Mill out of administration, a newly released administrators’ report has revealed.

The UK government is set to launch a consultation in early 2026 regarding the future of the Lifetime ISA (LISA), signalling an intention to replace the current scheme with a new, simpler product aimed at first-time buyers. According to Budget 2025 documents, the move is designed to untangle the comp

ACCA’s (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) Professional Diploma in Sustainability (ProDipSust) has been formally credit rated on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) at Level 10 with 20 credits (representing 200 learning hours).  SCQF Level 10 – p

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her second Budget today under chaotic circumstances, as the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) accidentally released its economic forecasts before she had even taken to the despatch box. Reeves branded the breach "deeply disappointing" and a "serious error", co

ABI members paid out a record £4.6 billion in property insurance claims during the first nine months of the year, helping thousands of homeowners and businesses to recover from unwanted and unexpected events. Claims payouts for the year so far are £155 million (3%) higher compared to the

A new ACCA publication, Digital Pathways Playbook: Accountants as leaders in digital adoption for SMEs, shows that accountants are the catalysts for small-business digital transformation. Drawn from the experiences of 1,026 finance professionals in over 100 markets, the playbook charts six leve

Landlords need to be aware of the potential future impact of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025, according to property firm DJ Alexander Ltd. The firm is concerned that many landlords may not appreciate the significance of the changes outlined in the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025, which has now received

The launch of the new Fair Work Agency (FWA) next April will see the introduction of a raft of new employment rights with businesses risking fines and other penalties if they do not comply, experts from Azets have warned. "The creation of the FWA marks a step change in the government’s attitud

SBP Accountants & Business Advisers (SBP) has successfully delivered a seven-figure funding package from the Royal Bank of Scotland for long standing client David Patience, owner of CLS Marine Ltd, enabling the purchase of a new trawler vessel and powering the business into its next phase o

An increase in public sector borrowing is intensifying pressure ahead of the Autumn Budget, Professor Joe Nellis writes. Public sector borrowing came in at £17.43bn for October, painting a challenging picture for the public finances and reinforcing the fiscal squeeze facing the Chancellor ahea

Glasgow Kelvin College has delivered a £194 million boost to the Scottish economy, according to a new independent report.

MHA has enjoyed an 8.8% increase in pre-tax profits to £18.5 million after recording revenue of £121.3 million in the first half of the 2026 fiscal year. The professional services provider of audit and assurance, tax, accountancy and advisory services today announced the interim full-yea