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Germany is set to offer pensioners who continue to work a tax-free monthly allowance of up to €2,000 (c. £1,740), in a push by Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government to tackle severe labour shortages and rejuvenate the nation's stagnant economy. The "active pension" plan, a key camp

Scotland's labour market is showing signs of increasing pressure, with new official figures revealing a fall in the employment rate alongside rises in both unemployment and economic inactivity. According to data for June to August 2025, Scotland's employment rate for people aged 16-64 fell by 0.6 pe

Stirling Council has been urged to wait for clarification of Scotland’s Visitor Levy legislation before considering a local tax that risks causing confusion and damaging the city’s tourist economy.

United Airlines has confirmed it is to return to Glasgow Airport in 2026 to reinstate direct flights to its New York hub, Newark Liberty International Airport.

Glasgow-based fashion retailer QUIZ has announced plans to open between five and ten new UK stores over the next 12 months, with a focus on London and the south. The expansion is driven by a successful new operational strategy, which has contributed to strong like-for-like summer sales and a 20% upl

Walker’s Shortbread has appointed Justin Stead as its new chair, with his role set to officially begin on 22 October. Succeeding Bob Brannan, who held the position for the previous seven years, Mr Stead will be only the third person to hold the position in the company's 127-year history.

OakNorth bank has provided a £17 million loan to support the next phase of development at Ury Estate in Aberdeenshire. The funding will deliver 18 luxury homes at Jack Nicklaus Village and a further 71 much-needed family homes at Glen Ury View, marking a major step in the transformation of the

Lloyds has appointed Tony Hable as its new head of infrastructure & project finance. He will lead Lloyds’ infrastructure & project finance business and report to James Ranger, managing director & head of debt solutions.

EY has been accused of misleading the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) over its audit of NMC Health, as the £2 billion negligence trial concerning the collapsed hospital operator nears its conclusion.

The UK is in a fiscal bind and it is likely that the Chancellor Rachel Reeves will return with another tax-raising Budget on 26 November, according to the Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS). One much-asked question is whether Ms Reeves will be able to raise large sums without breaking Labour’s

Social Investment Scotland (SIS) has maintained its strong impact momentum with £52.5 million in active loans and investments to social enterprises, charities, community groups, and mission-led businesses during the past year. Its latest annual Impact Report revealed total active loans and inv

A regional social media team for the cryptocurrency exchange Backpack made an unusual offer to traders who lost significant sums during a market flash crash last Friday: 200 KFC meal vouchers.

Edinburgh-based Label Sessions and Future Fashion Assembly have announced a global-first collaboration to support fashion, sports and lifestyle brands through a time of significant transformation.

Aberdeen print and sustainability specialist Carbon Group is on track to top £4.5 million in turnover, a 20% increase on the previous year's £3.8 million. The performance is being driven by a series of major contract wins, long-term client renewals, and successful expansion into new mark

A Shetland-based craft business has improved its online presence after accessing tailored support from Business Gateway. Uphouse Crafts, founded by Andrea Leask in 2019, is based in Aith on the Westside of Shetland and sells hand-sewn purses, bags and keyrings, as well as greeting cards featuring he