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SJIB Apprentice of the Year 2025 is crowned at a ceremony that celebrates the cream of Scottish electrical talent

   A talented young electrician has been rewarded for his outstanding commitment and skill after being crowned Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) Apprentice of the Year 2025. Callan White, from Livingston, took home this year’s top title, which is presented in conjunction with Edmundson Electrical, after impressing judges with his technical ability, professionalism and “exceptional […]

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SIS builds impact momentum with £52.5 million in active social investments

Leading responsible finance provider, Social Investment Scotland (SIS) has maintained its strong impact momentum with £52.5 million in active loans and investments to social enterprises, charities, community groups, and mission-led businesses during the past year, according to its latest annual Impact Report. Total active loans and investments for the year (April 2024 to March 2025)

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€10m project to accelerate AI use in UK science and business

   A new multi-million-pound European project is set to boost adoption of AI among businesses and researchers across the UK to help unlock untapped economic and scientific potential.  The University of Edinburgh’s EPCC, the UK’s first National Supercomputing Centre, has won EU and UK Government funding to establish and operate the €10m (£8.6m) UK AI

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The Yard Dundee reopens after £1.5M transformation

  A Dundee family support centre and adventure play space for children and young people with disabilities and additional needs, along with their families, has officially reopened after a £1.5M refurbishment. The Yard provides safe, inclusive, and inspiring play spaces across Scotland where children can play, grow and connect, while families feel supported, empowered and

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UK Parliaments join forces to support Menopause Awareness

  Staff from three UK parliaments, Holyrood, Westminster, and the Senedd, are coming together during World Menopause Month in a united commitment to supporting colleagues through every stage of life. The three UK parliaments are hosting Menopause Cafés, supported by the Perth-based charity of the same name, and are backing its Menopause Awareness Ribbon campaign

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SYTECH successfully transitions to new Forensics Regulator Code

   SYTECH, a leading Staffordshire-based multi-disciplinary consultancy specialising in digital forensics, cybersecurity, consultancy, and training, has successfully transitioned to the new Forensic Science Regulator (FSR) Code of Practice.  This move underlines SYTECH’s ongoing commitment to the highest standards of quality, compliance, and integrity in forensic investigations across the UK. The updated FSR Code, introduced to

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VITA welcomes new Partner to run its new Aberdeen practice

Left to right: Craig Stobo, Elaine Shepherd & GregMcNally VITA, one of the UK’s leading independent VAT advisory firms, has appointed indirect tax specialist, Elaine Shepherd, as an Aberdeen-based partner from the 1st of October 2025. Elaine, who will be based at 7 Queen’s Terrace in the city, brings over thirty years of indirect tax

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Wbg appoints an Insolvency Director in Glasgow

  Wbg, one of Scotland’s leading independent specialist full-service accountancy firms, has appointed Gordon McIntyre (pictured above) as Insolvency Director based in its Glasgow office. With extensive experience in all forms of corporate insolvency procedures (administrations, court winding up orders and creditor voluntary liquidations) across a broad range of sectors, including manufacturing, commercial and residential

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A law practice is celebrating its 25th anniversary with fresh talent, expansion, and a surge in clients across multiple sectors

   Mackenzie Jones Solicitors, with offices in Chester, St Asaph, and Menai Bridge, now employs 30 staff and has plans for further recruitment in the coming months. The firm, which holds prestigious accreditations including Lexcel, CQS, and the Legal 500, continues to go from strength to strength with rising demand in commercial contracts, clinical negligence,

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Acclaimed Chef Restaurateur joins food industry leaders for ‘Safe to Trade’ regional launch in Manchester

Left to Right: Michael Jackson, Aiden Byrne, Dr. MarkFlanagan, John Barnes and Tupele Dorgu  Aiden Byrne, renowned chef restaurateur, joined highly respected industry food leaders and regulators, alongside well-known public figures, for the official Greater Manchester launch of the new consumer standard, ‘Safe to Trade’. Also in attendance were Geoffrey Podger, Chair of the Safe

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