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The Institute of Directors has today published a consultation document on a Code of Conduct for directors. This Code of Conduct is a practical tool to help directors make better decisions. It also provides organisational leaders with a behavioural framework that can help them build and maintain the

Aberdeen-headquartered offshore support vessel operator North Star has secured a £425 million debt investment to solidify its position in the offshore wind sector.

Edinburgh-headquartered investment management firm Baillie Gifford has withdrawn sponsorship from all remaining literary festivals, including Cambridge, Stratford, Wigtown, Henley, and Wimbledon.

The European Central Bank (ECB) has lowered interest rates by a quarter point to 3.75%, marking the first reduction in nearly five years. ECB President Christine Lagarde indicated this could be the beginning of a series of rate reductions, but cautioned future decisions would depend on inflation dat

Three-quarters of Scots have said they support domestic oil and gas production from the North Sea, according to new polling by advisory firm True North. Less than a month out from the general election, the data shows 75% would rather see the UK meet its energy demands from domestic sources than impo

The Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) has successfully graduated its 2024 cohort of 12 clean energy start-ups, continuing its mission to advance clean energy technologies. Having completed the 15-week programme, the companies collectively raised £860,000 in equity.

Addleshaw Goddard (AG) has opened applications for its business accelerator programme, AG Elevate, providing ambitious tech companies with the opportunity to secure a package of tailored legal advice to help them grow at scale. The ten-month programme will provide selected growth-stage businesses wi

A septuagenarian has been caught with nearly 3,000 boxes of allegedly stolen LEGO sets. Richard Siegel, 71, is accused of masterminding an organised retail theft scheme, with the allegedly stolen boxes ranging in price from $20 to $1,000 each.

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.