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Lenders could have access to more comprehensive information to support lending decisions, under new proposals by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).  The FCA is consulting on designating certain credit reference agencies (CRAs). If a lender shares credit information with one designated consu

The civic head of Shetland Islands Council has been banned as a director after her company went into liquidation owing more than £170,000 in tax. Council convener Andrea Manson was one of two directors of the Mid Brae Inn Limited, which traded as a pub of the same name.

A legal battle has erupted in Arizona over a $12.8 million (c. £9.5m) lottery ticket that sat unclaimed behind a convenience store counter before being purchased by the store manager after the draw. Circle K has filed a declaratory judgment complaint in Maricopa County Superior Court to determ

Deloitte has revealed plans for the creation of a unified Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) firm following a successful partner vote. Scheduled to launch in June 2026, this regional powerhouse will consolidate 16 participating firms across more than 80 countries. While individual firms will mai

Five pioneering Scottish space-data firms have joined forces with Danish partners to develop critical environmental solutions through a £150,000 Scottish Enterprise Innovation Challenge, which followed on from the first ever Space Scotland Nordics Summit.

Quantcore, a University of Glasgow spin-out, has raised £2.5m in seed funding to create a sovereign supply chain for quantum hardware, as the UK races to build domestic capacity in technologies critical to national security and economic competitiveness. The round was co-led by PXN Ventures, Bl

Aberdeen-based manufacturer and rental provider of specialist industrial equipment RenQuip Ltd has announced a strategic expansion with the opening of a second operational facility in Grangemouth. The new location represents a significant strategic step for RenQuip, positioning the company at the he

Edinburgh-based premium spirits company Rutland Square Spirits Ltd is set to expand its India distribution network through a strategic partnership with Anant Wines, its principal importer and distributor in India, led by Tushar Mehra. The agreement marks a significant next phase of growth for Rutlan

Close Brothers Property Finance has appointed Stuart Heslop as consultant to support its growing regional team in Edinburgh. Mr Heslop will work closely with the Scotland and North of England teams, which are led by director Gary Ferris.

CHAP (Holdings) Limited, the parent company of CHAP Group, has posted gross profits of £9.3 million for the year ended 30 September 2025 – a 40% increase from the £6.6m reported in the previous period. This financial milestone accompanies a record-breaking turnover of £65.8m,

ICAS (the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland) has launched a new professional designation in response to rising global demand for skilled accounting, finance and business talent. The Accounting and Business Professional (ABP) is only the third designation introduced in ICAS’ 172-ye

After a decade at the helm, CodeBase co-founder Stephen Coleman OBE has transitioned to the role of group chair and chief strategy officer Jon Hope has stepped up to support as interim CEO, marking a significant leadership evolution for the tech ecosystem builder. Also, former Skyscanner leader and

Water technology firm RSE has appointed Kes Juskowiak as its new operations director. In his role, Mr Juskowiak will focus on accelerating the adoption of RSE’s treatment solutions – both in the UK and in overseas markets – as well as strengthening customer confidence in RSE as a l

Balfour Beatty's chief financial officer Phil Harrison will step down from the board later this year following more than 10 years in the role, the infrastructure group said today. Following an extensive search process and as part of the board’s long-term succession planning, Myles Westcott, cu

Hotel Colessio in Stirling has reported an almost two-fold increase in profits just eight months after bringing in Artemis Hotels Management. Recognising the need for a refreshed direction and stronger operational leadership, the hotel’s owners appointed Artemis Hotels to steer the property in