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The number of Scottish SMEs claiming R&D tax credits has dropped by 16% in 2022/2023 compared to the previous period, despite a 10% rise in the value of claims, reflecting that, whilst there are fewer claims, the size of each claim has increased. Gemma Monaghan, head of R&D tax with Azets, s

Marking this year's festive winter season, The Royal Mint has unveiled a new 50p coin featuring classic children's picture book character The Snowman. The coin, created in collaboration with Snowman Enterprises Ltd and Penguin Ventures, depicts The Snowman decorating a Christmas tree. Designed by Ro

RSM’s UK and US arms have announced they are conducting merger talks, which are now at an advanced stage, subject to definitive agreements and customary legal, regulatory and other approvals. The firms' new structure would establish a partner-owned organisation spanning locations across the UK

Scottish Widows has announces it is retiring its iconic "widow" model after decades.

Mossburn Distillers & Blenders Ltd has released a limited edition bottling of 12 year old Mossburn Speyside blended malt finished in Calvados casks from the renowned Domaine Dupont, a family producer with a history dating back to 1887.

Scottish businessmen Sandy and James Easdale have expanded their £800 million property portfolio with the purchase of the Inverclyde industrial site formerly owned by global packaging manufacturer Berry bpi. The brothers acquired the 5.42-acre property on Port Glasgow Road as momentum builds f

Edinburgh-based Ralph Sayer has reached £230,000 in monthly turnover as it marks its second anniversary. The family-run property firm, which was established in autumn of 2022, recorded its busiest month in September and achieved a top 10 placement for insertions and sales in the ESPC.

UK CFO confidence has fallen from its post-election high in Q3 2024, though it remains above the long-term average, according to Deloitte. The Big Four firm's latest survey of UK CFOs shows sentiment has fallen among CFOs, with a net 6% feeling more optimistic about the financial prospects of their

Food ingredients firm Macphie Ltd has appointed Angela Willows as chief financial officer (CFO). Ms Willows, who previously held global leadership roles at Nestlé in Switzerland and Canada, brings more than two decades of experience in finance and business strategy.

DJ Alexander Ltd has expanded its presence in Glasgow with a new office in Shawlands. Located at 313 Kilmarnock Road, the office employs 14 people and underscores the firm's confidence in the city's sales and lettings property market.

An American police official has been criticised after summoning officers because Burger King bungled his order. Sheriff Craig Owens Sr, who heads the force in Cobb County, Georgia, has been accused of an "abuse of power" after officers raced to his aid at the fast food restaurant.

The UK economy grew by 0.2% in August, following two months of stagnation. This growth was seen across all major sectors, with a particularly strong rebound in manufacturing, construction, and professional services. While monthly figures can fluctuate, this rise, coupled with positive business surve

Dundee-based Alliance Trust has officially changed its name to Alliance Witan following its merger with Witan Investment Trust. This represents the UK’s largest ever investment trust merger, and the London Stock Exchange has formally admitted Alliance Witan plc (LSE: ALW) to the exchange

First Minister John Swinney met with Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Edinburgh to push for increased public investment in the upcoming UK budget. Mr Swinney stressed the need for "investment in our public services and in our infrastructure to stimulate the growth that all of us want to see delivered

The Scottish Government's accounts for the 2023-24 financial year have received an unqualified audit opinion, signifying that they are accurate and comply with accounting standards. The accounts record total spend of £53,980 million. An underspend of £277m – around 0.5% of the over