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Deloitte’s latest survey of UK chief financial officers shows that finance leaders see the UK as the most attractive destination when it comes to investment, alongside India, with a net 13% describing it as very or somewhat attractive. The survey – which took place between 16 and 29 June

Ana Stewart’s Pathways Pledge initiative has welcomed its fifth cohort, with Connect Three, the University of Edinburgh, Geovation Scotland, BGF, Mint Ventures, and Firstport signing up, totalling 32 Pledge partners to date. Pledges in the fifth cohort include hosting events to enhance diversi

Glasgow-headquartered MARCH has acquired Quantum Controls Limited (QC) and Q Electrical Industrial Services Limited (QE), collectively known as Quantum. The move strengthens MARCH’s ability to deliver critical asset care and maintenance services with a focus on energy efficiency and sustainabi

Newly appointed chair Julie Ashworth has selected 12 Edinburgh individuals to form the city's first Visitor Levy Advisory Forum. Bringing experience from the third sector to academia, the hotels industry to local communities, the forum met for the first time to receive a briefing on the Edinburgh Vi

Ayrshire-based Buzzworks Holdings has secured funding from Cynergy Bank to further support its growth ambitions. The award-winning Scottish hospitality group is embarking on the next stage of its journey to becoming a £100 million+ family-run business, as it continues to grow its footprint acr

The Artisanal Spirits Company, owner of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS), Single Cask Nation and J.G. Thomson, has launched a new luxury private cask programme. The new programme, Artisan Casks, will allow private individuals the chance to purchase an individual cask, to appreciate and enjoy th

PwC has reduced prices for some of its offerings after clients pointed to the firm's increasing use of artificial intelligence to deliver work more rapidly. The move highlights a growing pressure on consulting firms to share the financial benefits of AI-driven productivity with their customers.

PwC's new UK senior partner, Marco Amitrano, has identified managing partner Laura Hinton as the leading candidate to take the helm of its vital Middle East business next year. The move comes as the professional services giant seeks to repair relations following a significant dispute with a major Sa

The Scottish residential market has demonstrated remarkable resilience, with sales of homes valued at over £1 million reaching a new peak in 2024, according to estate agency Rettie. The report suggests that the growth growth, led by Edinburgh and the East of Scotland, signals a renewed confide

A former textiles teacher has launched a new sewing initiative in Shetland after trading the bustle of London for a slower pace on the isles. Helen Barwick, founder of Shetland Stitch Club, moved to the North Mainland with her husband and rescue dog in November 2024. After years as head of textiles

Salmon farmers are preparing to tap into the lucrative Indian market in a move expected to deliver a massive boost for the Scottish economy. Producers are exploring new opportunities following agreement on a free trade deal that will slash tariffs on exports to the sub-continent.

A multi-million-pound wager on whether Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy would wear a suit by the end of June has descended into confusion, following his recent appearances at a NATO summit. The prediction market on the crypto-currency platform Polymarket, which attracted over $12 million (c.

Gilson Gray has appointed Monika Haidar as partner to lead its residential conveyancing practice in London. She brings over a decade of experience in residential property and inward investment, with a strong focus on the London market. She has advised overseas clients and played a key role in facili

Sweeney Hotels has opened its second Highland aparthotel, Sweeney Aviemore Two, following an extensive transformation of the former Park Guest House. The £450,000 refurbishment has introduced high-end design features, smart technology, and an unwavering commitment to comfort and function, all

Edinburgh Gin is celebrating a Silver award win at the 2025 Scottish Design Awards for its newly opened flagship distillery and visitor experience beneath the iconic historic arches in Edinburgh’s Old Town. The award recognises the ambitious and bold reimagining of five listed Victorian arches