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Michael J M Reid of MHA in Aberdeen has been appointed liquidator for a Buckie-based machinery supply company.

A major conference is set to bring together leading voices from across the land reform debate to discuss ambitious ways to unlock Scotland’s land potential. Taking place at MacDonald Resort Aviemore on 13th June, the Scottish Land Commission's conference will explore the theme of "Pioneering P

Argyll Estates and European spirits company Stock Spirits Group, owner of the Clan Campbell whisky brand, have submitted plans for a £25 million malt whisky distillery at Inveraray Castle, seat of the Duke of Argyll, who is chief of Clan Campbell. The proposed Inveraray Distillery aims to prod

CBI chair Rupert Soames is set to use his first speech in Scotland to identify Scotland’s “pivotal” role in setting the UK’s economic trajectory and delivering the long-term sustainable growth the country needs to raise living standards and fund public services. Speaking in E

The NHS has become the latest organisation to be impacted by a cyber-attack on a third-party supplier providing critical services, causing huge disruption to patient care. RSM UK says this latest attack highlights the growing risk to organisations as cyber criminals continue to target third-party se

The UK’s largest professional probate research, data and technology firm, Finders International, has been acquired by Pelican Capital for an undisclosed sum. The firm's Scottish base is located in Edinburgh.

More than one hundred girls from Scottish schools, universities and colleges will take part in a financial services insight day at Edinburgh Napier University on Tuesday 11 June to explore the range of fulfilling careers available in the profession.

The Larder in West Lothian has secured £150,000 in social investment funding through its long-term partnership with Foundation Scotland. The Larder was established in 2010 to fight poverty and hunger with dignity - providing food support, training and fair work opportunities to help local peop

Nearly nine in ten (87%) 16-24 year olds have a savings account – more than any other age group, according to new data from HSBC UK.

The Inward Investment Catalyst Fund from Interface and the Scottish Government is aimed at attracting businesses outwith Scotland, through developing partnerships with universities, research institutes, colleges and innovation centres.

Deloitte in Scotland has announced the promotion of three of its directors to partner, all three of whom started their careers as graduates with the firm. They have been promoted alongside 11 of the firm’s people to directors, and 215 promotions across Scotland in total.

As part of its growth plan with Sumer Group, Dundee-based accountancy group EQ Accountants has announced that it will merge with Grangemouth-based Yates & Co. The firm will join EQ just one month after Douglas Home & Co joined the firm.

Shares in the Aberdeen-based Wood Group rose by more than 3% yesterday after the firm moved closer to a potential £1.6 billion take over. Following the Sidara's fourth and final offer of 230 pence per share, Wood's board said it has "decided to engage with Sidara to determine if a firm offer c

Scotland’s hotel sector showed more signs of recovery in April despite cost pressures, including the recent national minimum wage (NMW) increase, according to the RSM Hotels Tracker. The data, which is compiled and produced by Hotstats and analysed by RSM UK, shows occupancy increased to 73.4%

The cost of car insurance for a 17-year-old motorist who has just passed their driving test has reached £3,075 on average, according to new research from Compare the Market.