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UK companies making “positive steps” on diversity, but new study finds that gender parity has stalled

Leila McKenzie-Delis, CEO and Founder of DIBE accelerator DIAL Global with UK business leaders A new study has found that many of the UK’s largest companies have increased their focus on diversity and inclusion, but factors such as age, socio-economic status and sexual orientation are still lagging behind, and progress has stalled on gender parity. […]

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Three major organisations join forces in the fight against modern slavery

Two of the biggest names in the Scottish energy sector and a global life sciences business have joined the Scotland Against Modern Slavery movement. SSE plc, one of the UK’s leading low-carbon energy company, Wood, a global leader in consulting and engineering, and Charles River Laboratories, the drug discovery and development experts, have signed up

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Sustainable clothing retailer eyes expansion after securing funding

Co-founders of Meander Apparel (L) Jill Henry and (R) Steve Henry Meander Apparel, a sustainable outdoor clothing and lifestyle brand with its flagship stores in Edinburgh and London, has secured funding from the British Business Bank as it gears up for the launch of its crowdfunding campaign later this month. Co-founders Jill and Steve Henry

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Wrexham based company announces leadership changes

(L) Clodagh Sherrard & (R) Fintan O’Leary Levercliff, a B Corp certified company of category consultants to the food and drink industry have announced new leadership team roles effective immediately.  These changes reflects the company’s ambition to further accelerate their strong growth by investing in redefining the value category management and category led commercial strategies

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Report says AI will boost UK economy by £400 billion

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to boost Britain’s economy by £400 billion by the end of the decade, according to a report by Google In the tech giant’s first report on its economic impact in the UK for three years, Google said AI technology has the power to “turbocharge” UK productivity,

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Over £90 billion in UK commercial property value is at risk

New research from Siemens Financial Services (SFS) estimates the staggering value of commercial properties in England, Scotland and Wales at risk in the industrial, office and retail sectors, if building conversion is deferred.  The report highlights the serious financial impact of recent legislation which demands that commercial buildings have an EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating

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Wylie & Bisset announces several new promotions

left to right: Paul McDougall, Alexander Hogg, Craig Allison & Rory McCall Wylie & Bisset, Accountants and Business Advisers, has announced a raft of promotions encompassing the firm’s audit, business advisory services, insolvency, payroll, and tax departments. Having helped grow the fee income and client base of its external audit team significantly over recent years, Sandy

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The winners of the 2nd Scottish Restaurant Awards have been announced

The Scottish restaurant scene witnessed a night of grandeur and celebration as the winners of the highly anticipated 2nd Scottish Restaurant Awards were unveiled. The prestigious event, held on Monday 3rd July at Glasgow Marriott Hotel, brought together renowned chefs, industry professionals, and food enthusiasts to honour the exceptional talent and outstanding establishments across Scotland. With

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Wealth management firm moves Cardiff team to new office

The Cardiff team of RBC Brewin Dolphin’s have moved to new location as the company continues to showcase its commitment to the region and its clients. The new office at Two Central Square is a modern, nine-storey building forming part of the prestigious Central Square development in the heart of the business district. The building

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Edinburgh coffeehouse goes for a screen free nightclub vibe

BEATNIK, a speciality coffee shop in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre is going against the grain by encouraging its customers to ditch their tech, drop off the grid and soak up its electric atmosphere. With high-energy baristas and booming hip-hop tunes, BEATNIK has the buzz of a late-night bar, with coffee and pastries on

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