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The chief economist of NatWest and a former Scottish political leader are among the guests at an Edinburgh conference being hosted by International law firm CMS next month. On Point: Doing Business in Scotland in Challenging Times takes place on 5 October in the National Museum of Scotland

The owner of a surfing python has been fined after breaching the strict conditions of his animal permit. Higor Fiuza was filmed longboarding with three-year-old carpet python Shiva off Australia's Gold Coast in footage which went viral on social media this month, ABC reports.

Ten new export champions have been appointed for Scotland after a positive start to the scheme that was launched just under a year ago. In October last year the first ever Export Champions for Scotland were selected and tasked with promoting the benefits of exporting.

In a refreshed toolkit launched by the Scotland Food & Drink Partnership, industry experts share their experiences and offer fellow food & drink businesses tips and tricks on how to create an inclusive and rewarding workplace. Food and drink is the third largest employer in Scotland, employi

The Artisanal Spirits Company, the owner of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS), has reported a 3% increase in revenue to £10.2 million in its half-year results ending 30 June 2023, coinciding with the company's celebrations for 40 years in business. The group remains confident of

Fort William-based Highland Soap Company (HSC) is poised to significantly scale its operations after securing a £51,400 investment from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). This funding forms part of a larger £205,600 expansion project that will substantially boost both the firm's man

As part of UK Savings Week from 18 to 24 September 2023, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging nearly 430,000 young adults aged between 18 and 21 to claim their unclaimed Child Trust Funds (CTFs). Child Trust Funds are long-term, tax-free savings accounts and were set up for every child born

Glasgow-based cloud computing firm Iomart has announced a sudden leadership shake-up, with chief executive Reece Donovan stepping down and leaving the company effective immediately. Mr Donovan, who joined the board in March 2020 as chief operating officer before assuming the role of CEO in September

The Stranraer Oyster Festival, a three-day event in south-west Scotland, has drawn record crowds this year with over 20,000 attendees expected. Coinciding with the start of the native oyster season, which runs from September till April, the festival celebrates Loch Ryan's wild, native oysters and of

With millions in funding secured, ETZ Ltd, a not-for-profit company tasked with spearheading North East Scotland’s energy transition ambition, has unveiled its plans to build a transformative Energy Transition Skills Hub that aims to equip the workforce of the future with the skills industry n

Big four firm Deloitte has announced that it is preparing to cut around 800 jobs across its UK division, representing approximately 3% of its 27,000-strong workforce in the country. 

Announcing a strategic review of the country's debt solutions, Scotland's Minister for Community Wealth and Public Finance, Tom Arthur, has appointed Yvonne MacDermid OBE, a prominent financial advice expert and the former chief executive of Money Advice Scotland (MAS) to spearhead the initiative.

AlveoGene, a biotech start-up specialising in inhaled gene therapy for rare respiratory diseases, has officially launched.

Dal Riata Distillery Ltd has secured planning permission from Argyll & Bute Council to establish a £4.5 million multi-purpose development alongside Campbeltown Loch. The venture will include a distillery, museum, visitor centre, and retail outlet, creating about 20 jobs for the local commu

Scottish health tech firm Emblation has officially commenced its move into a new £4 million headquarters in Stirling, ushering in the start of a new era. Named Emblation House, the 20,000 square-foot office is kitted out with modern amenities, including a sauna, gym, a 90-person auditorium, an