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Armstrong Watson has been shortlisted an accolade at the British Business Awards, featuring special guest George Clooney in a star-studded ceremony in Edinburgh on 30 April 2026. The business, which employs over 800 staff and was named in The Sunday Times’ Best Places to Work in 2025, is the o

Unity Trust Bank’s lending to support customers across Scotland, including those in areas of high deprivation, reached record levels in 2025. New lending increased by 69.5% to £32.7 million (2024: £19.3m) with 64.5% committed to organisations in parts of the country where it is nee

Rangers chairman Andrew Cavenagh has announced plans to raise £16 million in new capital through a share issue, with the funds earmarked for player acquisitions and broader club needs. The move brings the total invested by Mr Cavenagh's consortium since taking over the club in summer 2025 to &

Edinburgh’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the least confident of Scotland’s major cities as business viability concerns remain high nationwide, according to new research from Aberdein Considine LLP.  Capturing the views of Scottish SMEs in the run-up to the Holyrood

A trio of figures in Scotland’s property sector have joined forces to launch a new commercial property management business. TMB Commercial Property Management has been founded by Michael Martin and Marc Taylor, co-directors of residential factor Taylor & Martin, alongside commercial proper

Mac Mic Land has unveiled ambitions to continue expanding its portfolio of UK sites as it confirms Steve Clegg as its new chief executive officer. The strategic land company’s latest growth plans set out its aim to increase its land holding from 62 to 85 sites within the next six months, givin

A UK poll of businesses has revealed that 94% are not prepared for Making Tax Digital (MTD) which is being introduced from 6 April. Firms were responding to the survey carried out by Azets. It followed a webinar attended by 577 business representatives, with 340 responding to follow-up question

Independent insurance broker, TL Dallas, has appointed Cara Mackenzie as its new regional placement manager for Scotland, a role that will see her overseeing the company’s insurer relationships across the region. In her new position, Ms Mackenzie will be responsible for managing and strengthen

The King’s and Lord Treasurer’s Remembrancer has published a new code of practice, marking a significant step forward in protecting, recording and preserving Scotland’s archaeological heritage for the benefit of everyone.  The updated code, the first major revision since 2008,

Plans for more than £30 million of investment at Port of Nigg have been approved, as three north east energy businesses unite under a new brand. Maraen is an integrated energy infrastructure solutions provider, bringing together the capabilities of Port of Nigg, Global Energy (Group) and Globa

Edinburgh’s housing market is proving more resilient than most UK cities, but remains highly price‑sensitive and dependent on accurate valuations, Savills told an audience of 400 real estate professionals at its Scottish Property Outlook event in the capital today. Presenting the firm’

According to the latest UK House Price Index, Scottish house prices increased by only 1.3% in the year to 31 January 2026, significantly behind general inflation but in line with overall UK house prices. Alan Aitchison, head of real estate and construction for Scotland at RSM UK, said: “The sl

Henderson Loggie has appointed Christine Rolland as head of forensic accounting, marking a significant investment in the continued growth of the firm’s specialist advisory services. Ms Rolland takes up the role after six years with the firm as director bringing 17 years’ experience in ex

Bruce Cartwright CA has been appointed as the next chair of Audit Scotland. Succeeding Colin Crosby OBE, Mr Cartwright's role will commence on 1 October 2026.

Continued collaboration is needed at Aberdeenshire Council to address an £81 million budget gap over the coming years, the Accounts Commission has warned. The council has clear priorities, but it must address current and future financial challenges, including undelivered savings.