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William Grant & Sons is undergoing a significant leadership transition, following the sudden departure of its chief executive, Søren Hagh, and the appointment of a new executive board member. Mr Hagh has left the company less than two years after taking on the role on 1 January 2024. His

Responsible finance provider Social Investment Scotland (SIS) is shining a spotlight on Dundee’s creative and cultural industries (CCI), offering local charities and social enterprises the chance to meet potential funders and explore support to increase their community impact. The latest insta

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has refused to rule out tax hikes in the upcoming budget, as she stressed that she will make the "necessary choices". Expected on 26 November, the Chancellor said that the budget will be based on "fairness and opportunity" after "the world has thrown even more challenges in

Fife-based cask dealership company Spirtifilled has continued its growing investment in its Braeside Bond warehouse with the introduction of a new software system designed to enhance transparency. Vapour is a cloud-based platform which digitises the entire warehouse and cask management process allow

Ahead of the COP30 climate summit later this month, global accountancy body ACCA has created a unique, unified approach to responsible investment, comprehensively integrating sustainability considerations into strategy. In the Understanding Responsible Investment report, ACCA (the Association of Cha

Average UK mortgage rates have dropped back below 5% in November, after a brief rise last month.

Fife Council is asking local businesses and communities for views on a potential visitor levy for the Kingdom. An online consultation and series of drop in events are being held over the next few weeks to give people the opportunity to have their say. 

Johnston Carmichael has appointed Glen Small as head of construction and property, strengthening its commitment to supporting one of the UK’s most vital and dynamic sectors. Glen Small joined the independent accountancy and business advisory firm in April 2022, bringing extensive experience fr

The Port of Aberdeen has highlighted a "rapid decline" in oil and gas activity, warning that the energy transition may be put at risk.  Bob Sanguinetti DL, CEO of Port of Aberdeen, revealed last week that oil and gas activity is down 10% so far in 2025, and a staggering 25% in the summer months

Seven members of staff across all levels of the business have been promoted to director at Glasgow-based Consilium Chartered Accountants.

A rifle which belonged to Annie Oakley – the 19th-century American sharpshooter who inspired the musical Annie Get Your Gun – failed to make its minimum asking price when it went up for auction yesterday. 

Scottish SMEs have been warned they could be missing out on up to £10,500 relief on their National Insurance (NI) contributions by failing to claim their full Employment Allowance following a recent change in the rules. Nicola Campbell, head of accountancy and business advisory services with A

Professional services firm Aon has welcomed six graduates, one apprentice, and one placement student to its offices in Glasgow and Edinburgh as part of its early careers programme. The new recruits join the firm’s wealth and commercial risk teams, gaining meaningful hands-on experience in actu

The head of HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has praised the work of a Scottish charity in helping to demystify the tax system, during a visit to its headquarters. JP Marks, the first permanent secretary and chief executive of HMRC, called in at Advice Direct Scotland’s offices in Glasgow.

BTO Solicitors LLP (BTO) has promoted Julie McMahon to partner within its wills, estates and succession planning team. With extensive experience advising individuals, families and business owners, Ms McMahon specialises in succession planning, asset protection, inheritance tax mitigation, wills, tru