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Scottish Development International (SDI) has revealed a notable surge in Scotland’s export figures, showcasing the country’s robust global appeal in spite of recent economic headwinds.

Scotland’s financial services industry is under pressure to advance social mobility, as highlighted at a roundtable event spearheaded by KPMG UK, in collaboration with Scottish Financial Enterprise (SFE) and Progress Together. The session convened at KPMG’s Edinburgh office on 17 August,

In support of Ninewells Cancer Campaign, which funds cancer treatments at the Ninewells Hospital, 15 staff from Johnston Carmichael's Dundee office took part in this year's Dundee Kiltwalk. Staff chose to back the charity in support of a colleague’s friend, who is currently receiving trea

Macdonald & Muir, the owner of whisky brands Glenmorangie and Ardbeg, has posted a surge in pre-tax profit of almost 60%, reaching £46.9 million in 2022. This rise is up from £29.5m the previous year. The company’s turnover also witnessed a notable increase of 47%, amounting to

The recent introduction of Glasgow's low emission zone (LEZ) has had unexpected financial repercussions for both businesses and their employees, following a staggering 6,000 penalty charge notices in July, according to accountancy firm Azets. The rise in penalty charge notices linked to the new

Deeside Timberframe has bolstered its senior management team with the appointment of a new finance director and a realignment of roles to support its ambitious growth plans. The Stonehaven-based timber systems design, manufacture and installation firm has appointed Kirsten Bell as finance director.

Drawing on a Scottish tidal beach runway, a man proposed to his girlfriend during a flight by scripting "Bridget will you marry me?" – large enough to be seen from the skies. The airborne act of romance took place on a Loganair route to the Isle of Barra for Stephen McCann's 50th bir

Big four firm EY has informed its UK staff of imminent reduced pay rises and smaller bonuses for this year, amidst slowing demand for consulting services.

Stuart Robb and Michelle Elliot, partners with FRP Advisory, have been appointed joint administrators to Barrhead-based construction firm Allma Construction Limited and its sister company Centre Plant Limited as the two firms have collapsed with the loss of 181 jobs.

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has revealed that businesses and communities supported by the agency in 2022/23 are set to create or retain more than 1,400 jobs across the region over the next three years, including 159 in fragile areas. HIE surpassed almost all of its set targets for the yea

Letting agency DJ Alexander Ltd has experienced a record number of viewing requests, totalling 39,400, for rental properties in Edinburgh and Glasgow during July. This demand surge is the highest in the company's 41-year history, emphasising the accelerating appetite for rental homes in Scotland, pa

Recent findings have revealed that a significant proportion of Generation Z in the UK holds misconceptions about the accountancy profession. The study, commissioned by Grant Thornton UK, which involved 2,000 respondents aged 16-25, suggests these misconceptions might be preventing many young individ

The iconic Hamilton Grand, a red sandstone landmark overlooking the Old Course's 18th green in St. Andrews, is witnessing its first resale since it was converted into luxury apartments. Savills has been tasked to broker flat 16, listing the asking price at £2.3 million. The flat is a unit cent

Techscaler, the start-up support programme run by CodeBase, embarks on a nationwide investor roadshow for Scottish startups next week, with the Unlocking Opportunities: VC Insights for Scottish Tech Founders series visiting Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, and Inverness between 21-25 August. Tech founder

An Asian food market in the North-East is on track to expand its offering to prepare freshly made main meals after the business owners accessed support and expert guidance from Business Gateway. Husband-and-wife team, Jiap and Ian McDonald, opened Jiap’s Thai Asian Foodmarket in late 2020 with