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In this edition of our Just A Minute Q&A series, we speak to solicitor and businesswoman Emma King, director of Complete Clarity Solicitors, Simplicity Legal, and Onwards Answering. For no identifiable reason, since no one in my family knew anyone who was a lawyer, I decided at primary

Edinburgh-based property investment group Archibald Marckay Group has successfully secured a £530,000 funding deal from alternative finance lender Reward Finance Group. The funds will be used for the acquisition of a grade B listed building in Leith for hotel redevelopment and the completion o

Wallace Whittle has appointed Steven Dunn as a director. Formerly a partner at Troup Bywaters + Anders, Mr Dunn brings a wealth of experience and market knowledge to ther firm's existing team of directors in Scotland.

A rare Celtic coin found by a metal detectorists in a field has sold for £4,400 at auction.

Springfield Properties has signed an agreement for the sale of approximately 11.2 acres of land for £8.7 million. The land, which equates to 85 plots, is fully owned by the group.

The Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has bolstered its business team with the addition of industry veteran Ross Barty. With 19 years of experience and expertise in managing high-value contracts, he steps into the role of regional business manager at the framework specialist.

Scotland has seen an increase in annual £1 million plus house sales, reaching a new high of 506 transactions in 2023, up from 504 in 2022, according to property firm Rettie.

A planned heritage attraction telling the story of Scotland’s co-operative societies has been awarded £1.9 million from the National Lottery.

A man who had been living rent-free in the New Yorker Hotel is facing charges of filing false property records after attempting to claim ownership of the building. Mickey Barreto, a 48-year-old man from New York City, was living in the property for free by exploiting a local housing law that al

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has exhibited increased vigilance, prompting the withdrawal or modification of over 10,000 financial adverts and promotions during 2023 – an upswing of 17% compared to the previous year.

An Inverclyde family support worker has launched a range of play and learn sessions to encourage children’s positive early experiences after she accessed expert support from Business Gateway.

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has launched a study to assess the demand for commercial property and land in the region. Businesses, community groups, and social enterprises with future property or land plans are urged to participate in the short survey by 22 March.

In a recent fundraising drive, Scottish Friendly employees participated in the Three Peaks Challenge and Boycott Your Bed, collectively raising £25,901 for Action for Children. Additional festive activities, including a Bake Sale and Christmas Jumper Day, were organised, alongside the donation

In January 2024 there were 88 company insolvencies registered in Scotland, 19% lower than the number in January 2023, according to The Insolvency Service. This was comprised of 34 compulsory liquidations, 46 CVLs, seven administrations and one CVA. There were no receivership appointments.

The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) has appointed Owen Mapley to be its new chief executive officer. The current chief executive of Hertfordshire County Council will take up the leadership of CIPFA in the coming months, following the retirement of current CEO Rob W