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A new jewellery-making school in the Highlands has experienced immediate success, selling out its evening classes for the next ten weeks after its founder received support from Business Gateway. Dr Karen-Ann Dicken, a jeweller with over 18 years of teaching experience, established the Highland Schoo

House prices in Scotland rose over the past three months at the slowest rate seen since early 2024, according to the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Residential Market Survey, and respondents expect this weaker price growth trend to continue in the short-term amid an increase

Lar Housing Trust has strengthened its board with the appointment of Alison MacDonald, a vastly experienced non-executive director and charity trustee. Former banker, Alison MacDonald, has – with immediate effect – joined the board of the housing charity which develops mid-market rental

A woman who was compared to Darth Vader at work has won nearly £30,000 from an employment tribunal. The NHS blood donation worker had temporarily left a room when her colleagues decided to take a personality quiz which would tell them what Star Wars character they were, the tribunal heard.

A plan to existing gaps, identify viable investment prospects, and enhance the retail offering in Aberdeen's city centre has been awarded a £39,000 grant.

First Minister John Swinney has set out the SNP Government's new Programme for Government, outlining several of financial commitments aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures and fostering a more supportive business environment in Scotland. For businesses, the First Minister pledged no further diver

A one-day trade mission to Scotland, led by Ireland's minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation, Niamh Smyth, has concluded, focusing on strengthening economic links between Ireland and Scotland. The visit to Edinburgh and Glasgow prioritises strengthening trade ties

UK Business and Trade Secretary, Jonathan Reynolds (right) welcomes Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal (left) to London for trade talks The United Kingdom and India have concluded a significant trade deal aimed at bolstering economic growth and increasing prosperity in both natio

Almost 10 million people, and rising, in the UK are spending more than they earn every month, according to a new monthly economic pulse launched by Edinburgh-based Smart Data Foundry (SDF). The figures appear in the Economic Nowcast released by Smart Data Foundry, Edinburgh’s "data for good" p

With the latest inheritance tax (IHT) statistics showing revenues rising by nearly 10% over the last year it is time for a review of this tax according to DJ Alexander Ltd. The estate and letting agents firm said that an increase of £0.8 billion in IHT revenues between April 2024 and March 202

Evelyn Partners has appointed David Little as partner in financial planning at its Glasgow office. Mr Little joins the UK wealth management firm, which also maintains a presence in Edinburgh and Aberdeen, from 7IM Private Client. He served there for over three years, most recently holding the positi

Rebekah Vardy has been ordered to pay over £1.4 million in legal costs following her defeat in the "Wagatha Christie" court case. Mrs Vardy unsuccessfully sued Coleen Rooney after she publicly accused her of leaking details about her personal life to The Sun.

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has called for an immediate focus on business at the heart of today’s Programme for Government review. SCC chief executive Dr Liz Cameron CBE said: “With the economy stagnating and businesses now feeling the full impact of the rise in NICs, we urge

Aberdeen-based TMM Recruitment has transitioned to employee ownership, giving its 32-strong workforce a significant role in shaping the company's future. The firm, established in 1997 as Thorpe Molloy Recruitment, has implemented an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), meaning company shares are now held

Allied Surveyors Scotland appointed David Gibson MRICS and Greg Scrimgeour MRICS as directors, reinforcing its presence across the Glasgow market. Mr Gibson returns to the firm to strengthen the Glasgow North office, bringing a deep understanding of the local property landscape and a strong track re