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New property venture looks to unlock Scotland’s ‘constrained’ housing market
“Progress often depends on understanding what investors, developers and the public sector each need” – Robin Blacklock

Aberdeen’s Asco unveils fresh £18.3m tech investment and new AI chief

People don’t follow algorithms: Why AI must make leadership more human Rakesh Shaunak

Four fintech firms share £200,000 to help develop ‘responsible’ AI

Accounting firm Wbg steps up Scottish presence with takeover of Dunedin Advisory

Welcome fall in Scottish business distress levels despite ‘pockets of distress’

The RBS headquarters and conference complex at Gogarburn, Edinburgh, which forms part of NatWest Group. Picture: Ian Georgeson

Taxing banks will hit growth, Scottish finance chief warns

Liz Hamilton is an expert in the Scottish building industry

Urgency needed if country is to get homes it needs

The event takes place at Edinburgh's Assembly Rooms

Scotland 2050 conference line-up revealed: Here's what it's all about Barrie Cunning

Scotsman Insider - actionable insight on Scottish business

Simon Hannah of JW Filshill

Wage bills squeeze profits at Scotland’s biggest owner-managed firms

Insider Media

Roundtable hears how cash remains king for OMBs in turbulent economy

Pivoting to large orders helped Go Swag bag a growth leap

Flotation Energy

Who are Scotland's fastest growing renewable companies?

Five Scottish Renewables 50 firms profiled

Insider Media

Winners announced for the 2026 Made in Scotland Awards

GroGreen

Five Scottish companies tipped for scale up growth

Farming

How we must prepare Scottish farming for a hotter world Iain Boyd

Donald with his wife Caroline and children Rachel and Andrew

Future of crofting on the Machair, and the growing threat from geese

Demands for £183m Scottish Government boost to farming

Sheep grazing at Shemore Farm in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park

Three Loch Lomond farms chosen to future-proof food production

A bombshell report published on May 20, 2024 revealed more than 30,000 people were infected with viruses such as HIV and hepatitis after being given contaminated blood in Britain between the 1970s and 1990s (Picture: Benjamin Cremel / AFP / Getty)

Is blood scandal redress coming?

The concept of a 'reasonable excuse' is intended to be considered in real-world circumstances of individual taxpayers, says Kerri McHale

Sometimes ‘but I didn’t know’ are the magic words

Artificial intelligence can help litigants find the words, but not necessarily the right ones, says Bobby Murray

When the stakes are high, cutting corners remains a fool’s bargain

‘Critical point’ for housing industry amid fall in new homes

Douglas McConnell points to a movement away from the traditional emphasis on testing evidence in open court

Are the scales of justice still balanced in Scotland?

Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey is set to announce his Budget this week.

Explainer What will be in John Healey’s first Budget as Chancellor

Industry bosses hope the North Sea oil and gas sector can enjoy a revival

North Sea revival risks being scuppered despite Jackdaw decision

Make sure you know how your energy payments average out throughout the year (Picture: Adobe)

It’s the best time to take stock of your energy bills

New partnership aims to break down EU barriers for Scottish start-ups

Scottish housebuilder has ‘clear sense of direction’ as profits more than double

Nami Surgical co-founders Nico Fenu and Rebecca Cleary at Clydebank’s Golden Jubilee Hospital (Picture: Stewart Attwood)

Scotland’s new healthcare innovators aim to go global

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

A view of Methil

Methil’s shipyard revival set to be powered by a new era of defence Jeremy Grant

Crisps are among the food and drinks covered by the new restrictions in Scotland (Picture: stock.adobe.com)

Retailers need to comply with new food restrictions

Scottish job fears as Barclays AI push sees 5,000 jobs slashed

Top Scots banker first woman to receive prestigious lifetime achievement award

Edinburgh’s tallest office complex to get rooftop terrace and gardens

Forth Ports’ Capital Cruising welcomes 155 ships into the Forth and Tay

UK Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh is reportedly poised to reject the Rosebank oil project

Labour urged to approve Rosebank 'by Christmas' amid climate concerns

The Jackdaw gas project has been approved by the UK government

Jackdaw bosses' Tornado gas hopes as more North Sea projects planned

Labour's approval of the Jackdaw gas field is a welcome step, but the North Sea energy industry needs John Healey and Andy Burnham to take a few more. Picture: Ian Forsyth

After Jackdaw approval, Labour must now seize £50bn North Sea prize David Whitehouse

The closure of the Grangemouth oil refinery was a blow to the economy, but new opportunities are emerging. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell

Why an industrial renaissance is within Scotland's grasp Professor Simon Best

Nine luxury hotels across Scottish Highlands and Islands offered in ‘rare’ sale

John Healey’s first Budget will be a key indication of the Burnham premiership’s direction (Picture: Betty Laura Zapata/PA Wire)

John Healey needs to find some carrots for housing sector

Analysis UK inflation jumps to 3.5%: What this means for borrowers and savers

Glasgow family signage firm adding 11 skilled jobs with expansion drive

Scottish accounting group’s acquisition ‘another powerful statement of intent’

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

The Jackdaw gas project has been approved by the UK government

Explainer Jackdaw: what does it mean for business, you and energy prices

The Beyond the Startup podcast will focus on how Scotland can build more globally successful tech companies (Picture: stock.adobe.com)

A podcast to match the ambition of our subjects

James Paterson wants UK and Scottish governments to simplify tax law

Tax complexity risks stifling Scotland’s growth

Andy Burnham and Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh

Analysis Jackdaw approval cannot be distraction from crisis facing North Sea

Jackdaw field approved to 'begin gas supply this winter'

The Port of Aberdeen was transformed by the oil and gas industry. Now the potential to service floating offshore windfarms represents a substantial opportunity but only if the UK government makes the right choices

How UK energy plan could put thousands of North Sea jobs at risk Bob Sanguinetti

Ben Leonard, with his daughter in the first Tuko carrier

Father-of-three launches baby carrier ‘precision-engineered’ for dads

The Jackdaw gas field has been given the go ahead

Jackdaw gas field set to be approved by UK Labour government

Clydeport owner Peel Ports names CEO to oversee ‘next stage of growth journey’

Kirk Murdoch Scholarship supports Glasgow student’s legal ambitions

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

Exclusive Andy Burnham urged to open 'bigger pipeline' of oil and gas projects

Adrian Murphy, CEO of Murphy Wealth

Chancellor right to rule out changes to capital gains tax

Thomas Mitchell is a Partner, RTA LAW LLP (Picture: David Ho & Sandie Knudsen)

Still a long way to go on motorcycling fatalities

Stuart Clubb is a partner at Shoosmiths Scotland specialising in insolvency and restructuring.

With insolvency cases, the devil is in the detail

Leaders may find themselves implementing outcomes they trust but cannot fully explain (Picture: stock.adobe.com)

The AI accountabilty gap is a real risk for organisations

Ad Feature Expert trio gives us well-rounded views on circular economy

Worrying data reveals state of Scotland’s retail sector ahead of golden quarter

Scottish medtech firm hails US breakthrough in £13bn robotic surgery market

Rockstar Games president did not ‘scream’ at anyone, tribunal told

A cyber attack on critical infrastructure could put the safety of the nation at risk (Picture: stock.adobe.com)

Cyber security is now a whole-of-state effort

Shevaun Haviland, BCC Director General addresses guests

Edinburgh development programme for future leaders gets national award

Lerwick Harbour

Norwegian vessel lands half Shetland fish species quota in one day