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Aberdein Considine LLP has moved to strengthen its corporate offering in the central belt with the key appointment of Stewart Gordon as partner in the firm’s Edinburgh office.
Aberdein Considine appoints M&A expert Stewart Gordon to Edinburgh office
Aberdein Considine LLP has moved to strengthen its corporate offering in the central belt with the key appointment of Stewart Gordon as partner in the firm’s Edinburgh office.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Aberdein Considine LLP has moved to strengthen its corporate offering in the central belt with the key appointment of Stewart Gordon as partner in the firm’s Edinburgh office.
Geoff Jacobs and Alistair McAlinden from Interpath were appointed joint administrators to Trojan Energy Limited on 9 February 2026 and immediately implemented a sale of the business and assets via a pre-pack process to Urban EV Infrastructure Limited, a subsidiary of Connected Kerb Limited.
Interpath secures sale of Trojan Energy’s business and assets via pre-pack sale to subsidiary of Connected Kerb
Geoff Jacobs and Alistair McAlinden from Interpath were appointed joint administrators to Trojan Energy Limited on 9 February 2026 and immediately implemented a sale of the business and assets via a pre-pack process to Urban EV Infrastructure Limited, a subsidiary of Connected Kerb Limited.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Geoff Jacobs and Alistair McAlinden from Interpath were appointed joint administrators to Trojan Energy Limited on 9 February 2026 and immediately implemented a sale of the business and assets via a pre-pack process to Urban EV Infrastructure Limited, a subsidiary of Connected Kerb Limited.
Johnston Carmichael has appointed Stewart Pennington as head of Edinburgh office, reinforcing the firm’s leadership in the capital.
Johnston Carmichael names Stewart Pennington head of Edinburgh office
Johnston Carmichael has appointed Stewart Pennington as head of Edinburgh office, reinforcing the firm’s leadership in the capital.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Johnston Carmichael has appointed Stewart Pennington as head of Edinburgh office, reinforcing the firm’s leadership in the capital.
The Scottish distilling industry is facing a deepening crisis as new data from financial advisory and restructuring firm BTG has revealed that 19% of Scotland’s distilleries are now in financial distress.
One in five Scottish distilleries under threat amid global export slump
The Scottish distilling industry is facing a deepening crisis as new data from financial advisory and restructuring firm BTG has revealed that 19% of Scotland’s distilleries are now in financial distress.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:51 AM
The Scottish distilling industry is facing a deepening crisis as new data from financial advisory and restructuring firm BTG has revealed that 19% of Scotland’s distilleries are now in financial distress.
An Inverclyde start-up supported by Business Gateway has successfully brought an innovative new product to market, designed to restore dignity and comfort during personal care.
Inverclyde start-up brings innovative Care Cape to market
An Inverclyde start-up supported by Business Gateway has successfully brought an innovative new product to market, designed to restore dignity and comfort during personal care.
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February 10, 2026 at 9:27 AM
An Inverclyde start-up supported by Business Gateway has successfully brought an innovative new product to market, designed to restore dignity and comfort during personal care.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) and Heriot-Watt University (HWU) have launched a master’s programme, offering a streamlined and globally accessible route to becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA).
ICAS and Heriot-Watt University launch global degree to accelerate accountancy careers
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) and Heriot-Watt University (HWU) have launched a master’s programme, offering a streamlined and globally accessible route to becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA).
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February 10, 2026 at 8:49 AM
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) and Heriot-Watt University (HWU) have launched a master’s programme, offering a streamlined and globally accessible route to becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA).
Maven Capital Partners has strengthened its Scottish presence with the appointment of Nicola Holloway and Andrew Leslie as portfolio directors.
Maven strengthens Scottish team with two new portfolio directors
Maven Capital Partners has strengthened its Scottish presence with the appointment of Nicola Holloway and Andrew Leslie as portfolio directors.
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February 9, 2026 at 12:44 PM
Maven Capital Partners has strengthened its Scottish presence with the appointment of Nicola Holloway and Andrew Leslie as portfolio directors.
Scotland-founded AAB and Kreston Reeves have announced a deal that propels the combined business beyond the £200 million annual revenue threshold.
AAB and Kreston Reeves tie-up to create £200m professional services powerhouse
Scotland-founded AAB and Kreston Reeves have announced a deal that propels the combined business beyond the £200 million annual revenue threshold.
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February 9, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Scotland-founded AAB and Kreston Reeves have announced a deal that propels the combined business beyond the £200 million annual revenue threshold.
The outlook for both the Scottish and UK economies has improved and looks to remain positive through 2027, according to the Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde.
Fraser of Allander: Positive outlook for economic growth despite labour market warning signs
The outlook for both the Scottish and UK economies has improved and looks to remain positive through 2027, according to the Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde.
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February 9, 2026 at 7:20 AM
The outlook for both the Scottish and UK economies has improved and looks to remain positive through 2027, according to the Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde.
The Royal Australian Mint has been forced to defend its new commemorative coins depicting Queen Elizabeth II after they were widely mocked on social media.
And finally… toss the coin
The Royal Australian Mint has been forced to defend its new commemorative coins depicting Queen Elizabeth II after they were widely mocked on social media.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:45 PM
The Royal Australian Mint has been forced to defend its new commemorative coins depicting Queen Elizabeth II after they were widely mocked on social media.
Alistair McAlinden and Geoff Jacobs from Interpath have been appointed as joint administrators to Scottish high street retailer Quiz.
Scottish retailer Quiz appoints Interpath administrators
Alistair McAlinden and Geoff Jacobs from Interpath have been appointed as joint administrators to Scottish high street retailer Quiz.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:32 PM
Alistair McAlinden and Geoff Jacobs from Interpath have been appointed as joint administrators to Scottish high street retailer Quiz.
The Scottish Government has been warned against locking itself or councils into expensive long-term public-private partnership deals.
Scottish Government urged to take caution around expensive public-private partnerships
The Scottish Government has been warned against locking itself or councils into expensive long-term public-private partnership deals.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:27 PM
The Scottish Government has been warned against locking itself or councils into expensive long-term public-private partnership deals.
Professor Joe Nellis comments on the Bank of England’s decision on Wednesday to hold the base interest rate at 3.75%.
Prof Joe Nellis: Steady as she goes — MPC remains vigilant but unfazed by rise in inflation
Professor Joe Nellis comments on the Bank of England’s decision on Wednesday to hold the base interest rate at 3.75%.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Professor Joe Nellis comments on the Bank of England’s decision on Wednesday to hold the base interest rate at 3.75%.
An app designed to help employers engage young jobseekers in the Glasgow City Region has been downloaded more than 30,000 times.
Over 30,000 downloads for Glasgow’s youth employment app
An app designed to help employers engage young jobseekers in the Glasgow City Region has been downloaded more than 30,000 times.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:12 PM
An app designed to help employers engage young jobseekers in the Glasgow City Region has been downloaded more than 30,000 times.
Musselburgh-based sustainable energy specialist Gensource has expanded into a new headquarters in response to growing demand.
Energy specialist Gensource expand into new East Lothian HQ
Musselburgh-based sustainable energy specialist Gensource has expanded into a new headquarters in response to growing demand.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:08 PM
Musselburgh-based sustainable energy specialist Gensource has expanded into a new headquarters in response to growing demand.
Three directors have been appointed to the board of Scottish Renewables, including the Scottish National Investment Bank’s executive director for sustainable investment, Jimmy Williamson.
Three new directors appointed to Scottish Renewables
Three directors have been appointed to the board of Scottish Renewables, including the Scottish National Investment Bank’s executive director for sustainable investment, Jimmy Williamson.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Three directors have been appointed to the board of Scottish Renewables, including the Scottish National Investment Bank’s executive director for sustainable investment, Jimmy Williamson.
Lloyds Banking Group’s Emma Noble has joined the board of Scottish Financial Enterprise (SFE).
Emma Noble joins Scottish Financial Enterprise board
Lloyds Banking Group’s Emma Noble has joined the board of Scottish Financial Enterprise (SFE).
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February 6, 2026 at 12:55 PM
Lloyds Banking Group’s Emma Noble has joined the board of Scottish Financial Enterprise (SFE).
Monday 15 June 2026 has officially been confirmed as a national bank holiday to mark Scotland’s participation in the men’s football World Cup finals.
And finally… having a ball
Monday 15 June 2026 has officially been confirmed as a national bank holiday to mark Scotland’s participation in the men’s football World Cup finals.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:46 PM
Monday 15 June 2026 has officially been confirmed as a national bank holiday to mark Scotland’s participation in the men’s football World Cup finals.
Administrators from FRP have completed the sale of Christies (Fochabers), a long-established nursery and tree growing business based at Arradoul, near Buckie in Moray, following a period of administration.
FRP completes sale of Moray nursery and tree growing business
Administrators from FRP have completed the sale of Christies (Fochabers), a long-established nursery and tree growing business based at Arradoul, near Buckie in Moray, following a period of administration.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Administrators from FRP have completed the sale of Christies (Fochabers), a long-established nursery and tree growing business based at Arradoul, near Buckie in Moray, following a period of administration.
AMS Group has announced two appointments to its payroll and employment tax team in Aberdeen, including the recruitment of Michael McAllister as partner and head of payroll and employment taxes.
Double appointment to AMS Group payroll team
AMS Group has announced two appointments to its payroll and employment tax team in Aberdeen, including the recruitment of Michael McAllister as partner and head of payroll and employment taxes.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:39 PM
AMS Group has announced two appointments to its payroll and employment tax team in Aberdeen, including the recruitment of Michael McAllister as partner and head of payroll and employment taxes.
Henderson Loggie’s Shona Campbell is to oversee a transition at sustainability platform Pawprint after its assets were bought out of liquidation by former managing director Emily Hillier.
Pawprint bought out of liquidation by former MD
Henderson Loggie’s Shona Campbell is to oversee a transition at sustainability platform Pawprint after its assets were bought out of liquidation by former managing director Emily Hillier.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Henderson Loggie’s Shona Campbell is to oversee a transition at sustainability platform Pawprint after its assets were bought out of liquidation by former managing director Emily Hillier.
The Scottish Public Pensions Agency (SSPA) could miss a revised deadline for updating thousands of people about their pension entitlement, a new report has warned.
Scottish pensions agency may miss remedy deadline once again
The Scottish Public Pensions Agency (SSPA) could miss a revised deadline for updating thousands of people about their pension entitlement, a new report has warned.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:27 PM
The Scottish Public Pensions Agency (SSPA) could miss a revised deadline for updating thousands of people about their pension entitlement, a new report has warned.
Edinburgh-based WYM Rating has been acquired by global tax services and software provider Ryan.
Ryan acquires Edinburgh’s WYM Rating
Edinburgh-based WYM Rating has been acquired by global tax services and software provider Ryan.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Edinburgh-based WYM Rating has been acquired by global tax services and software provider Ryan.
Remy Lammertsma has joined Dains as chief financial officer in the group’s second senior leadership appointment this year.
Dains recruits Remy Lammertsma as CFO
Remy Lammertsma has joined Dains as chief financial officer in the group’s second senior leadership appointment this year.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Remy Lammertsma has joined Dains as chief financial officer in the group’s second senior leadership appointment this year.
The Bank of England’s monetary policy committee has narrowly voted to hold the base interest rate at 3.75%.
Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%
The Bank of England’s monetary policy committee has narrowly voted to hold the base interest rate at 3.75%.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:50 PM
The Bank of England’s monetary policy committee has narrowly voted to hold the base interest rate at 3.75%.