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In celebration of ‘World Storytelling Day’, Scottish Whisky bottler The Single Cask – home to a warehouse in Glenrothes of over 3000 casks – has expanded its team with two senior hires. Jan Damen joins as general manager with Helen Stewart takes the role of brand marketing ma

Marking International Women's Day, Turcan Connell has announced the appointment of a hat-trick of female partners, leading 26 legal and tax promotions. Jenny Younger, Simran Panesar-Saggu and Alice Warne have all been promoted to partner.

Ahead of the Chancellor’s budget on 6 March, new research from Grant Thornton UK LLP has revealed that businesses would like to see government focus on investing in skills and training to support business growth, as the competition for talent intensifies. The firm’s latest Business Outlo

The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) has unveiled a new partnership with Community Alcohol Partnerships (CAP) to combat underage drinking in key regions across Scotland. The SWA, through its Scotch Whisky Action Fund, will contribute £300,000 over the next three years to establish CAPs in high-

Corporate finance advisory firm HNH Group has appointed Roger Mayor as a new partner to bolster its growing team in Scotland. Mr Mayor, 43, brings a wealth of experience from his previous role as a director at Deloitte in Edinburgh and a five-year stint with Lloyds Banking Group overseeing property

Peterhead Port Authority (PPA) has recently appointed Graeme Reid as its new chief executive officer, aiming to capitalise on opportunities in the energy transition sector while maintaining support for traditional industries like fishing. Mr Reid, formerly a marine consultant with the International

Consilium Chartered Accountants and the ICAS Foundation have announced a partnership aimed at fostering social mobility and inclusion within the accountancy profession. The collaboration seeks to create a "staircase of talent", providing financial support, mentorship, and training opportunities to y

Renovating your house in the spring can breathe new life into your space, making it more functional, and aesthetically pleasing PLUS potentially increasing its market value. Whether you're a homeowner looking to refresh your living space or a landlord aiming to enhance your rental property, careful

The Dundee and Angus Chamber of Commerce (DACC) is set to unveil its innovative 'Open Doors' event programme, featuring an exclusive seminar on Thursday, 1 February, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm at City Quay. The seminar will explore the comparison between stocks and shares as a compelling alternative to t

Payment orchestration platform BR-DGE has reported robust growth in 2023, fuelled by an increased demand in the market. BR-DGE saw impressive growth in 2023, continuing its focus on winning new merchants, rolling out new technology and onboarding new partners such as Visa, PayPlug, Sift and Ame

Blackadders LLP has reported increased turnover and profit in its latest accounts. The firm's turnover for 2022/23 was £16.7 million, including Blackadders Wealth Management LLP. Profits stood at £4.23m.

Scotland's fintech landscape has experienced a robust 24% surge in job creation within fintech enterprises over the last two years, marking a significant milestone as FinTech Scotland celebrates its sixth anniversary.

Elgin-based whisky specialist Gordon & MacPhail has announced the appointment of Phillip White as its new chief executive, effective from early April 2024. Mr White will lead the family-owned company as it moves into its next chapter of development, focusing on international growth of its own br

Edinburgh-based fashion designer Eilidh Gibson, a Glasgow School of Art graduate, has successfully launched her first collection, Party Pants, following a significant financial boost from the Start Up Loans programme.

Edinburgh-based Murray Capital, a family-run business led by David and Keith Murray, has posted a profit before tax of £4 million for its latest financial year. The firm has a diverse portfolio of interests. Its principal activities are the provision of metal stockholding, processing and distr