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'Standout deals' fuel optimism about Scottish office sector

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 1d

♦️Some 'standout deals' and 'encouraging signs'
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2551923...

'Standout deals' have fuelled optimism about the Scottish office sector

Royal Bank of Scotland Gogarburn numbers tell a story

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 2d

The numbers tell a story.
My column @heraldscotland.bsky.social
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www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2551...

After a tumultuous few decades, what do the current Royal Bank of Scotland Gogarburn numbers tell us?

Experiences of running prestigious landmark revealed by hotel chief

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 6d

♦️A fascinating interview with the general manager of one of Scotland's best-known hotels. @heraldscotland.bsky.social
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2549316...

Edinburgh hotel chief shares experiences of running landmark property in Scottish capital

Happy outcome for Edinburgh banking sector proved fleeting

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 6d

♦️There have been seismic shifts in Edinburgh's financial services sector over recent decades, including the loss of two major bank headquarters to London.
My big read @heraldscotland.bsky.social - part of our major Edinburgh Business HQ Monthly edition today
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2549314...

The Edinburgh financial sector has seen a seismic shift, with the ultimate loss of two major bank head offices

Edinburgh financial sector seismic shift and housing challenges in spotlight

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 6d

♦️ Edinburgh is the focus of our latest edition of Business HQ Monthly, out today, in which we put the spotlight on the major issues facing the Scottish capital, and take deep dives into the city’s economy and vital sectors.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2549314...

Edinburgh is the focus as we put the spotlight on the major issues facing the Scottish capital

Reasons for major Glasgow move by big fashion name revealed by chief

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 7d

Exclusive interview with @UNIQLO_JP UK chief ahead of major opening in Scottish city.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2551006...

The chief of the big global fashion name has revealed the reasons for the major Glasgow move

Major North Sea player issues stark warning but will Labour change course?

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Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 7d

♦️ Will there be a change of tune from Labour on this front, amid all the competing demands and the pressure on the public finances arising partly from fiscal rules way too much like those of the Conservatives?
My column @heraldscotland.bsky.social
www.heraldscotland.com/politics/hol...

The noise from the North Sea sector is mounting but will it result in a change of heart from Labour?

Hydro assets on Scottish rivers change hands in deal

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 13d

♦️Interesting deal in the hydro power sector announced this morning.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2549415...

The seven Scottish hydro sites have changed hands in the deal

Glasgow financial success story in difficult UK economic times

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 14d

♦️'I would like to think we have done a bit to help.'
Interesting to catch up with the head of this Glasgow success story, to find out how things have been going.
My column @heraldscotland.bsky.social
www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2548...

This Glasgow financial sector success story is heartening, with much having happened over the years

Scottish investment house boss reveals plans

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 15d

♦️Exclusive interview @heraldscotland.bsky.social with Glasgow investment house head, who reveals his own plans for the future as well as growth ambitions for the business.
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2548667...

The boss of the Glasgow private equity house has revealed growth ambitions and his plans for the future

SNP government move to save hundreds of jobs defies usual 'sad reality'

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 16d

♦️'There was a great deal at stake but there seemed to be little room for hope'
My column @heraldscotland.bsky.social
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www.heraldscotland.com/politics/hol...

The SNP government's moves to save hundreds of jobs at Alexander Dennis constitute a very big deal

'Iconic' steakhouses deal for Scotch whisky company

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Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 16d

♦️Interesting Scotch whisky story...
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www.heraldscotland.com/life_style/2...

The Scotch whisky company is celebrating a deal which will see its rare offerings poured in 'iconic' steakhouses

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The Herald @heraldscotland.bsky.social · 19d

£4 million is a small price to save hundreds of jobs as SNP government delivers || @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social

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Bid spotlight on Michael McIntyre's 'weirdest shop on earth' and good behaviour

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 19d

♦️ This big brand probably provided a somewhat magical experience when launched in the 1970s but has been described as 'the weirdest shop on earth' by comedian Michael McIntyre
My column @heraldscotland.bsky.social

www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/2547...

£4m a small price as SNP government delivers Alexander Dennis surprise

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 21d

♦️'When politicians engaged with the company to see what could be done to prevent the closure, it felt for a long time like a familiar tale was about to unfold.' But there was a surprise in store.
My column @heraldscotland.bsky.social @johnswinney.bsky.social
www.heraldscotland.com/politics/hol...

The SNP government's moves on Alexander Dennis have resulted in a surprising outcome

Hopes of finding buyer after Scottish family business falls into administration

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Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 22d

♦️The administrators are seeking a buyer for the long-established family business.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2547208...

The long-established Scottish family business has fallen into administration, with all staff retained while a buyer is sought

Scottish law firm says hire will strengthen offering in 'key strategic areas'

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 22d

♦️ Scottish law firm flags ambitions as it unveils key hire.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2546929...

The Scottish law firm has announced the appointment of a new partner

Revelations on Argos fuel speculation about future of big brand launched in 1970s

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Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 23d

♦️The future of this big brand, launched in the 1970s, is in the spotlight after a Chinese bid approach.
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www.heraldscotland.com/news/2546875...

The major high street brand launched in the 1970s is in the spotlight following the bid approach

Something to lament as Scottish economy faces challenges

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Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 23d

♦️Something lamentable in these difficult times.
Read about it in my column today @heraldscotland.bsky.social
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www.heraldscotland.com/politics/hol...

There has been mixed news on the Scottish economy, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell, who highlights a lamentable thing

Something to lament as Scottish economy faces challenges

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 23d

♦️Something lamentable in these difficult times.
Read about it in my column today @heraldscotland.bsky.social
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www.heraldscotland.com/politics/hol...

There has been mixed news on the Scottish economy, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell, who highlights a lamentable thing

Revelations on Argos fuel speculation about future of big brand launched in 1970s

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 23d

♦️The future of this big brand, launched in the 1970s, is in the spotlight after a Chinese bid approach.
@heraldscotland.bsky.social
www.heraldscotland.com/news/2546875...

The major high street brand launched in the 1970s is in the spotlight following the bid approach

Reposted by Ian McConnell

The Herald @heraldscotland.bsky.social · Sep 5

Oliver Smith, of OOBE, is overseeing a major expansion of the landscape architecture business in Scotland

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The Herald @heraldscotland.bsky.social · Sep 6

Insight from Group Business Editor @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social

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The big picture for Scotch whisky as Swinney makes Trump move

Ian McConnell @mrianmcconnell.bsky.social · 26d

♦️John Swinney's move is most welcome.
My column @heraldscotland.bsky.social
www.heraldscotland.com/politics/hol...

Scotch whisky has been in the spotlight with talks between John Swinney and Donald Trump on tariffs. What is the big picture?