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A new report has revealed how significant challenges, including skills shortages and an ageing population, pose a risk to Scotland’s economy. The Skills for Today and Tomorrow thought leadership report conducted by the Fraser of Allander Institute (FAI) on behalf of international law firm CMS,

Aberdeenshire-based financial adviser Structured Financial Planning has reached over £100 million in assets under management, as it marks its 20th anniversary. Headquartered in Banff, with a second office in Banchory, the firm has grown year on year to achieve its latest milestone, and now ser

Audit Scotland's board has appointed Chartered Accountant Colin Crosby OBE as its new chair. Mr Crosby joined the board as an independent non-executive director in 2020. He has significant leadership experience across the public, private and third sectors, and was formerly CEO of a subsidiary of Abe

Almost all aspects of the Tayside property market are showing "considerable growth", according to Tayside Solicitors Property Centre (TSPC). From July to September 2024, a total of 608 homes were sold, a 16% increase on the second quarter of 2024, with a combined value of £111,326,738. The ave

With Argyll and Bute facing one of its highest budget gaps in recent times, steps to help balance the budget were on the agenda when the council met recently. Budget forecasts show that the council is facing a budget gap of £14.5 million next year, 2025/26.

Royal Bank of Scotland, part of NatWest Group, has announced a progress update on its ambition to provide £5 billion in new lending to the UK social housing sector, with the bank confirming £2.8bn has already been provided up to 31 August 2024.

The property market across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife, and the Borders experienced a strong third quarter in 2024, with average selling prices rising by 4.9% year-on-year to reach £290,259. The City of Edinburgh saw its average selling price rise 4.7% to £307,850, making it the most e

A rare Pokémon card which was expected to fetch more than £8,000 at action has failed to secure a sale.

A company which claimed to have invented "the world's first robot lawyer" has agreed to pay a nearly $200,000 settlement over its marketing claims. DoNotPay faced action from the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) after allegedly claiming its AI-powered tool could "sue anyone with the click of a butt

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce has strengthened its board of directors in a move to boost its fight for greater investment and support for Scotland’s businesses. President Stephen Leckie said: "At a critical time for business in Scotland, with huge budget pressures for both the UK and Scott

Glasgow-based cloud computing company iomart has acquired Atech Support, a Microsoft solutions provider, for £57 million. The deal, funded through existing cash and banking facilities, is expected to significantly boost Iomart's capabilities and offerings in the UK mid-market.

Nationwide Building Society has completed its £2.9 billion acquisition of Virgin Money, creating one of the UK's largest banking groups with 24.5 million customers and nearly 700 branches. The deal, approved by Virgin Money shareholders and a specialist court, will see the Virgin Money brand d

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has fined Starling Bank Limited £28,959,426 for financial crime failings related to its financial sanctions screening. It also said Starling repeatedly breached a requirement not to open accounts for high-risk customers.

Walker’s Shortbread has posted sales growth of £19 million, a 11.6% rise to £183m, resulting in a bump in operating profits by £7.1m – 119% – to £13.1m.

Craig Reid CA has been named partner at Armstrong Watson, and will head up the firm's accounting and business services team in Glasgow. He joins the accountancy, business and financial advisory firm in Blythswood Square after four years as a director at Mazars, where he led the Scottish SME team.