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Scotmid Co-op secures 10-year green deal to power 280 sites
Scotmid, Semichem and Scotmid Funerals stores are now running on renewable energy
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Dental group acquires Musselburgh-based clinic
Health
The latest deal brings its portfolio to 22 locations across Scotland
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Academics at Robert Gordon University to strike over job cuts
Industrial action
Industrial action set for 15 April, 1 and 7 May, and then between 8 and 12 September
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RSM appoints new managing partner for Scotland
Accountancy
Edinburgh office manager promoted to lead Scotland and Northern Ireland
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Approval granted for 400 homes near Inverness
Highland Council
Concerns had been raised about lack of local infrastructure and disturbance of the Loch Ness Honey company
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Scotch Whisky Association ‘disappointed’ at Trump’s tariffs
Donald Trump
A 10% tariff is being imposed on US imports of UK goods
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Napier University appoints entrepreneur in Residence
Universities and Colleges
The early-stage investment expert is tasked with developing the institution's Investing for Impact Hub
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Inveraray hotel enters administration
Bankruptcy
The property is now on the market, as directors try to save around 60 local jobs
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New Grangemouth projects could be in place by 2030 'if not before'
Renewables
Petroineos confirms 377 staff at the plant took voluntary redundancy, with 28 compulsory redundancies
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Equi's Ice Cream launches in Sainsbury’s across Scotland
Food & Drink
Rutherglen factory steps up production to meet demand and a target of £6m turnover by 2027
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38 firms join £380 million framework for Scottish social landlords
House building
The planned works stretch from now until the end of March 2029
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A77 ‘pit stop’ set to be expanded with shop and filling station
East Ayrshire Council
Developers have submitted ambitious plans for 'The Smithy' off the Sandyford Toll roundabout
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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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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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Spring cleaning: a corporate and legal checklist
Analysis
A lawyer lays out what Scottish firms need to be thinking about to keep ahead in 2025
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Profiles
In profile: Studio LBA founder Lynsay Bell Manson
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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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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Murray Capital reports loss during 'challenging conditions'
Property
Managing director criticises the government’s proposed changes to Business Property Relief
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Edinburgh tops UK hotel market index
Hospitality
Glasgow and Inverness also climb the ranks as Scotland solidifies its position as an investment hotspot
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Scottish economic forecast downgraded amid ‘turbulent’ conditions
Fraser of Allander Institute
Economic growth of 0.9% is now expected this year, with 1.1% forecast for 2026
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Crieff Hydro makes senior hires ahead of £5 million dining relaunch
Hospitality
New general manager and executive chef appointed as the hotel readies a new restaurant area and bar
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Funding for Glasgow-based AI firm's expansion
Artificial intelligence
The business plans to create 16 new jobs during the next two years
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Inverness Ice Centre seeks crowdfunding in face of closure
Inverness
44 jobs depend on the centre remaining open, so its leaders are looking at alternative financing options
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Why working together is the secret to Scotland’s success
SMEs
SME accreditation service provider makes the case for strength in numbers to boost the economy
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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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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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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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'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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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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Analysis
Scottish employers still grappling with Covid effects five years on
CIPD boss reckons the pandemic was the catalyst for employers to explore new ways of working - but productivity and inactivity challenges remain
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Ferguson Marine promises to set out 10-year business strategy
Ferguson Marine
More certainty to be provided on the type of work the yard 'has a good chance of winning' in the future
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Edinburgh events levy a ‘threat’ to cultural scene
Scottish festivals
The tax was implemented by the city council in October, hitting organisers which use its 'premier parks'
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Holmes Mackillop buys D&J Dunlop’s private client and property business
Law
The law firm has also recruited a local husband and wife team to boost the practice
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Wood warns over need to restate accounts after ‘weaknesses’ uncovered
Wood Group
Annual results, due on 30 April, will now be delayed, which could see shares suspended as a result
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47 redundant as Dovetail appoints administrators
Bankruptcy
Dundee-based charity company 'unable to sustain rising costs' and ceased trading late last month
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Government accused of ‘prioritising landlords’ as rent cap ends
Scottish Government
The measures, which effectively capped rent increases at 12%, have been removed from 1 April
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Navigating decommissioning rules is key to attracting North Sea investment
North Sea oil
Liability regulation concerning offshore infrastructure can make the process seem like a financial burden
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Battery storage industry tries to dampen fire safety opposition
Energy
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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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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VAT change could push private schools into insolvency
Education
A restructuring specialist warns that many institutions - especially in Edinburgh - could be at risk next year
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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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Is it time for UK staff to finally 'switch off'?
Employment Law
Legislation appears imminent, so an employment law specialist explains how it might work in practice and how companies can prepare
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Back from the brink: the Cairndale Hotel's post-pandemic transformation
Hospitality
A new spa and room refurbishments are part of plans to make the Dumfries institution a four-star destination
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Seeing menopause as a workplace opportunity
Health and wellbeing
Two experts give a practical guide to changing the conversation around this female health issue
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Financial services
Scottish financial advisor consolidation trend picks up pace
Smaller independent firms are increasingly being swallowed by larger groups - although such deals don't always appear to work out
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Appointments
Universities and Colleges
Napier University appoints entrepreneur in Residence
The early-stage investment expert is tasked with developing the institution's Investing for Impact Hub
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RSM appoints new managing partner for Scotland
Accountancy
Edinburgh office manager promoted to lead Scotland and Northern Ireland
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Crieff Hydro makes senior hires ahead of £5 million dining relaunch
Hospitality
New general manager and executive chef appointed as the hotel readies a new restaurant area and bar
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Cooper Parry appoints head of Scotland
Accountancy
Key appointment comes as part of strategic expansion north of the border
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CMS appoints Edinburgh managing partner
Law
He joined the firm in 2015 and was promoted to partner two years later
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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
Property
Murray Capital reports loss during 'challenging conditions'
Managing director criticises the government’s proposed changes to Business Property Relief
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Artisanal Spirits Company reports earnings growth
Whisky
Preliminary results also show rising Scotch Malt Whisky Society membership and revenue edging up
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CEO pay rise as Shell vows to boost investor returns on cost savings
Shell
Energy group sets out five-year plan to cut spending, while pledging to 'deliver more value with less emissions'
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AG Barr scraps Strathmore, with 23 jobs at risk at Forfar plant
AG Barr
The drinks business also reports a 15% rise in profit before tax to £58m in its annual results
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Linn reports a rise in sales but a fall in profit
Manufacturing
£3m invested in research and development of new hi-fi systems at its facility south of Glasgow
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Scotmid, Semichem and Scotmid Funerals stores are now running on renewable energy
RSM appoints new managing partner for Scotland
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Concerns had been raised about lack of local infrastructure and disturbance of the Loch Ness Honey company
RSM appoints new managing partner for Scotland
Accountancy
Edinburgh office manager promoted to lead Scotland and Northern Ireland
Edinburgh tops UK hotel market index
Hospitality
Glasgow and Inverness also climb the ranks as Scotland solidifies its position as an investment hotspot
A77 ‘pit stop’ set to be expanded with shop and filling station
East Ayrshire Council
Developers have submitted ambitious plans for 'The Smithy' off the Sandyford Toll roundabout
Universities and Colleges
Napier University appoints entrepreneur in Residence
The early-stage investment expert is tasked with developing the institution's Investing for Impact Hub
Scotmid Co-op secures 10-year green deal to power 280 sites
Scotmid Co-operative
Scotmid, Semichem and Scotmid Funerals stores are now running on renewable energy
RSM appoints new managing partner for Scotland
Accountancy
Edinburgh office manager promoted to lead Scotland and Northern Ireland
Equi's Ice Cream launches in Sainsbury’s across Scotland
Food & Drink
Rutherglen factory steps up production to meet demand and a target of £6m turnover by 2027
Dental group acquires Musselburgh-based clinic
Health
The latest deal brings its portfolio to 22 locations across Scotland