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Isle of Harris Distillery set to cut workforce
Voluntary redundancies offered, with compulsory to follow if 'cost reduction targets' are not met
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Dundee University redundancies cut in half as part of new plan
Scottish Government
Latest proposals see 'up to 300 jobs lost through a voluntary scheme
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Forth Ports' chair retires
Maritime
At the conclusion of his 10-year tenure a new board leader has been appointed
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W Edinburgh hotel acquired by Schroders
Commercial property
Deal for distinctive city centre property reportedly done for more than £100m
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Interactive investor gains offset outflows elsewhere at Aberdeen
Abrdn
First quarter trading update shows progress towards new targets for the year ahead
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Charities call for wind farm to be blocked over bird death fears
Environment
The Berwick Bank development - potentially one of the world's largest - has been awaiting a decision for two years
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Perth golf course rescued by £75,000 flood defence repairs
Golf
Ruined by Storm Babet in 2023, the historic club has only now been able to reopen all 18 holes
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Salmon industry misses £10 million in fines due to 'pitiful' Scottish system
Scottish salmon
Charity criticises regulators for not clamping down on escapes from farms and outbreaks of disease
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Stagecoach bus strikes suspended after legal threat
Stagecoach
The bus company had threatened to cancel drivers’ annual leave entitlement during the strike dates
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Oil refining comes to an end in Scotland as Grangemouth halts processing
INEOS
Local MP calls the change an act of 'industrial vandalism' causing 'devastation' to the area
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AMA signs contract to acquire Summerhall
Commercial property
New owner plans mixed-use development, including living and commercial space, alongside provision of the arts
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Legado 'on track' for record £3 million revenue
Fintech
Edinburgh-based tech firm focused on 'disrupting' the UK e-signature market with new product launch
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Scotland is critical to UK growth - but more must be done to harness potential
Analysis
The leader of Scotland’s independent industrial council makes the case for joined-up thinking to remove barriers
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Burnout nearly broke me - here’s what I wish more entrepreneurs knew
Mental health
Advice from a founder on how to spot and tackle the signs of anxiety before they overwhelm
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UK at the robotics crossroads: why readiness matters
Science & Technology
Many British businesses look set to be left behind by this technological shift
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The economy won’t grow unless we stop holding business back
Analysis
PR firm's boss calls on policymakers to create the conditions for companies to flourish
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In profile: Studio LBA founder Lynsay Bell Manson
Profiles
The architecture firm's leader on the importance of sustainable design, without things like Passivhaus standards becoming a 'tick-box' exercise
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Understanding the value of neurodiversity in the workplace
Recruitment
A recruitment expert explains some steps to bringing the benefits into your company
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Scotland's heating and plumbing industry faces up to workforce challenges
Analysis
An ageing workforce, decline in apprenticeships and changing career preferences are all forcing a rethink and rebrand
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The Scottish tech ecosystem is showing significant momentum
Start-ups
Two thirds of the Investment Fund for Scotland's impact to date has been focused on the burgeoning sector
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In profile: Oakminster Healthcare CEO Sunita Poddar
Glasgow care home founder on how she built the business from scratch and why the sector needs more support
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Scotland’s energy transition: a once-in-a-generation opportunity
Scottish Enterprise
Insider gathered a range of industry experts for a roundtable discussion on how best to navigate the shift from oil and gas to renewable energy
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The anatomy of a deal - from inception to completion
Deals & Dealmakers
Insider spoke to experts at every part of a transaction to find out how it's done - and what not to do
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Insider at 40 - a look back at our history
Exclusive
Former staff members recall four decades building a business and covering the ups and downs of Scottish businesses
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Lidl invests £500 million in plans for 40 new UK stores
Supermarkets
14 Scottish upgrades or relocations confirmed, with more than 50 sites identified for potential new openings
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Airbus takes over Spirit AeroSystems' Prestwick site
Prestwick Airport
The deal secures the facility's short-term future, although the aircraft manufacturer is looking to sell over the long-term
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Scottish business confidence falls - but remains above UK average
Economy
Overall UK business confidence fell 10 points in April to 39%
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BP makes ‘significant progress’ on fossil fuel strategy as profits slump
BP
Profitability was knocked by a slump in crude oil prices and the Trump tariff programme
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Microbiology services firm backed with £1.7 million
Life sciences
Money will be used to strengthen the Aberdeen-based firm's business development and marketing functions
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Carbon tax is ‘killing manufacturing’ in UK - Ineos boss Ratcliffe
INEOS
From today, firms will be required to pay the tax levied on their carbon emissions in 2024, under the UK emission trading scheme
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Scotland's life sciences sector is becoming a powerhouse
Life sciences
A commercially-focused lawyer explains some of the opportunities and trends emerging in the industry
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The IP advantage: a call to action for Scottish universities
Universities and Colleges
An intellectual property specialist urges Scottish institutions to make the most of their innovative academics
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Scotland is on the menu, so how can SMEs serve up success?
Food & Drink
Scottish producers, manufacturers and suppliers should focus on strengthening connections
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Scottish spin-outs are poised for a breakthrough year
Spin-out
2025 could mark a turning point for investment in the country’s high-potential businesses, according to one lawyer
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Effective Scottish business leaders may appear thin on the ground, but a new cohort could surprise us
Analysis
An experienced social enterprise boss assesses some of the problems which still bedevil entrepreneurial growth
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Is your business ready for AI?
Artificial intelligence
Here's 10 things to think about before you start
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'Prices wouldn't change if we got a star' - chef Stuart Ralston
Food & Drink
The owner of Lyla, Aizle, Noto and tipo on accolades, expansion plans, moving venues and keeping staff happy
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Changes to ‘fire and rehire’ must not be dismissed by employers
Employment Law
Maybe missed among more headline-grabbing elements of the Employment Rights Bill, there could be unintended consequences from this change
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Energy
Battery storage industry tries to dampen fire safety opposition
Necessary to meet renewable energy demand, but not without risks, council planning committees have recently been debating how best to build BESS
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Edinburgh Biosciences secures £2.3 million for cataract treatment tech
Life sciences
The funding should help bring its technology from the lab to the high street
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Plans unveiled for 160-home Edinburgh Park development
House building
Social enterprise completes acquisition of land and expects to begin building work in August
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125 homes planned for Commonwealth Games site
Commonwealth Games
Developer subleases are set to be decided upon at a council meeting later this week
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CarMoney creates 50 new jobs in Motherwell
Recruitment
New sales, finance, compliance, customer service and administrative roles are being made available
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Caley Thistle shareholders urged to back CVA proposal
Bankruptcy
If it is accepted next month, the club would exit administration and retain its place in League One
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Dishoom set to open restaurant in Glasgow
Hospitality
The Indian restaurant group's second Scottish site should be up and running this summer
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Are wind farm communities actually getting any benefit?
Rural communities
Insider investigates how industry best practice is developing - and what more can be done
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A five-star nation – turning Scotland into the global benchmark for hospitality
Scottish tourism industry
A luxury hotel and sports franchise owner weighs in on how the nation can continue to raise its game
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Scottish financial advisor consolidation trend picks up pace
Financial services
Smaller independent firms are increasingly being swallowed by larger groups - although such deals don't always appear to work out
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Death and the family business
Family business
Inheritance tax changes at the last Budget mean proper succession planning is all the more crucial
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Employment claims are coming: can data solve the problem?
Employment Law
Changes from the new Employment Rights Bill may lead employers to embrace tech solutions
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Return to the office plans must unlock flexibility for Scottish workers
Analysis
As the flexible working debate rages on, what does recent research tell us about how best to balance work and life?
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House builders await details of Passivhaus standards regulation
House building
A consultation closed last month, with the government due to feedback ahead of plans being laid before parliament in December
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Q&A: Duncan Cameron, managing director at First Bus Scotland
Exclusive
The man in charge of the group's bus operations in Aberdeen and Glasgow sits down to explain the job and the sector
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Appointments
Maritime
Forth Ports' chair retires
At the conclusion of his 10-year tenure a new board leader has been appointed
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ICAS appoints new president
Accountancy
She becomes the sixth woman to hold the role in the organisation's 171-year history
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Scottish Tourism Alliance appoints new board members
Scottish tourism industry
More than 300 expressions of interest were made during the recruitment process
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Glasgow commercial property firm closes as leader retires
Commercial property
Griffin Webster's boss follows his co-founder out the door after 40 years in the sector
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Ardgowan appoints new chief executive
Whisky
The fledgling distillery also confirms the date of its official opening day
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Regional Reviews
Regional Reviews
New Metro could set Glasgow on a net zero track
Our latest Regional Review focuses on the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead for Scotland's largest city
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Granite City plots a course away from black gold
Regional Reviews
Our latest Regional Review focuses on the regeneration of Aberdeen and the North East
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The Borders are weaving a world of hope and prosperity
Regional Reviews
Our latest Regional Review focuses on the revitalisation of the Scottish Borders
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Resilent Forth Valley advancing on many fronts
Regional Reviews
Ken Symon looks at how the region is looking to drive boosting the area and attracting new businesses, jobs and residents
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Ayrshire Regional Economic Partnership is set to awaken Scotland's 'sleeping giant'
Special Reports
North, South and East Ayrshire councils will combine their economic development departments to give the region more firepower to create jobs and entice investment
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Forecasts & Results
Abrdn
Interactive investor gains offset outflows elsewhere at Aberdeen
First quarter trading update shows progress towards new targets for the year ahead
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BP makes ‘significant progress’ on fossil fuel strategy as profits slump
BP
Profitability was knocked by a slump in crude oil prices and the Trump tariff programme
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Carbon Group revenue reaches £3.8 million
News
The print solution company's growth has been driven by new client wins across a variety of industries
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Weir taking 'proactive steps' to curb tariff impact
Weir Group
£20m of savings made across the group, as it aims to reach £80m by next year
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Scottish Building Society doubles in size over the last five years
Financial services
The mutual's total assets rise 17%, with record balances for both savings and mortgages
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Charities call for wind farm to be blocked over bird death fears
The Berwick Bank development - potentially one of the world's largest - has been awaiting a decision for two years
Forth Ports' chair retires
Maritime
At the conclusion of his 10-year tenure a new board leader has been appointed
Legado 'on track' for record £3 million revenue
Fintech
Edinburgh-based tech firm focused on 'disrupting' the UK e-signature market with new product launch
Isle of Harris Distillery set to cut workforce
Gin
Voluntary redundancies offered, with compulsory to follow if 'cost reduction targets' are not met
W Edinburgh hotel acquired by Schroders
Commercial property
Deal for distinctive city centre property reportedly done for more than £100m
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Scottish financial and professional services exports up 15%
The sectors in Scotland were found to contribute significantly to the UK total during 2022
Salmon industry misses £10 million in fines due to 'pitiful' Scottish system
Scottish salmon
Charity criticises regulators for not clamping down on escapes from farms and outbreaks of disease
Isle of Harris Distillery set to cut workforce
Gin
Voluntary redundancies offered, with compulsory to follow if 'cost reduction targets' are not met
W Edinburgh hotel acquired by Schroders
Commercial property
Deal for distinctive city centre property reportedly done for more than £100m
Oil refining comes to an end in Scotland as Grangemouth halts processing
INEOS
Local MP calls the change an act of 'industrial vandalism' causing 'devastation' to the area
Environment
Charities call for wind farm to be blocked over bird death fears
The Berwick Bank development - potentially one of the world's largest - has been awaiting a decision for two years
Forth Ports' chair retires
Maritime
At the conclusion of his 10-year tenure a new board leader has been appointed
Legado 'on track' for record £3 million revenue
Fintech
Edinburgh-based tech firm focused on 'disrupting' the UK e-signature market with new product launch
Isle of Harris Distillery set to cut workforce
Gin
Voluntary redundancies offered, with compulsory to follow if 'cost reduction targets' are not met
W Edinburgh hotel acquired by Schroders
Commercial property
Deal for distinctive city centre property reportedly done for more than £100m
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