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While we continue to adapt to the unfamiliarity of a Labour government, businesses across Scotland are already analysing what that might mean for their sector, writes Mark Brown. Full details are yet to emerge of the party’s intentions, however, business leaders are keeping a close eye on emer

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Whilst being self-employed comes with a range of benefits, there are some things that can slip down the agenda in between managing a business, tax returns and work-life balance. Thinking about retirement and saving into a pension is often one of them – but it doesn’t pay to put it off, w

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Business succession expert Mike Kane discusses the advantages of selling a business when there is no immediate need to do so, exploring various exit strategies, and how owners can avoid pressure during negotiations. "I'm thinking of selling my business when I reach retirement age – can you hel

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Excluding the impact of being a partner in an unincorporated business which is declared bankrupt, the two main routes into bankruptcy are by an individual submitting the appropriate form to the accountant in bankruptcy (AiB – a civil servant based in Ayrshire) or a creditor lodging a petition

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Gillian Fleming explores the transformative potential of increasing women's participation in angel investing. Women investing in early-stage unlisted companies, known as angel investing, at the same rate as men would see the status quo disrupted significantly. Creating a much more inclusive and dive

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Tax expert Stuart Petrie discusses the heightened scrutiny and increased enforcement efforts by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), emphasising the importance of taking any enquiries seriously, the methods used for tax recovery, and the benefits of voluntary disclosures to mitigate penalties and liabilit

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Entrepreneurship in Scotland is gaining traction among both young and older generations, writes Susan Nightingale, highlighting the support available and the diverse success stories within the start-up ecosystem. The Scottish school curriculum currently sees children as young as five years old takin

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It’s no surprise that the King’s Speech has sparked plenty of headlines, providing the first official opportunity for the new government to set out its plans for the future with key legislation and proposals, writes Jen Paice. And one which will catch the eye of many of us considering ou

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Overnight accommodation providers should be aware of the administrative challenges posed by the soon to be implemented Scottish Visitor Levy, writes Caroline Colliston. On May 28, 2024, the Scottish Parliament passed groundbreaking legislation introducing the Scottish Visitor Levy, commonly dub

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