Wbg, one of Scotland’s leading independent specialist full-service accountancy firms, has responded to the Scottish Government’s Budget by noting that while it offers some good news for the hospitality sector, the lack of any changes to tax rates means that many Scots will still be paying higher rates than taxpayers in the remainder of […]
The CEO of one of the country’s biggest housing associations has demanded urgent action from the UK Government to avert a crisis in the care sector. Angela Currie (pictured above) of Hanover Scotland joined over 80 leaders of not-for-profit social care organisations urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to reconsider plans for increased Employers’ National Insurance
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A renowned restaurant venue in the heart of Anstruther has been given a fresh lease of life with the opening of a wine and tapas bar called The Cellar at 24. With the help of a head chef from San Sebastián, Nicola and Sian Linton are keen to celebrate and share their love of
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A former radar technician has pinpointed his dream role, becoming the Head of Engineering at one of the UK’s most popular ice cream brands. Barry Swan, 48, joins Mackie’s of Scotland with a rich and varied career spanning military service and engineering leadership roles in industries including salmon processing, whisky bottling, and global water
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(L) Evelyn McDonald CEO OF Scottish Edge & (R) KevinWalls COO of Scottish Edge Scottish EDGE is set to provide more opportunities for entrepreneurs living outside the central belt thanks to a new programme backed by £400,000 of Scottish Government funding. To recognise the entrepreneurial endeavors of candidates from across the country, ‘Regional EDGE’, is
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Founder Mark Glasgow has spoken of his pride at the Edinburgh Boiler Company (EBC) being named Building Services Contractor of the Year at the H&V News Awards 2024. The Dalkeith business landed the prestigious national honour after impressing the judges with its growth over the past year following a successful transition into renewables. The
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An agreement has been reached that will see Cala Homes (East) build 21 new social rent homes on behalf of Fife Council, with work due to start in January 2025. The £4.8m contract to build the homes has been concluded after the local authority stepped in to ensure provision of affordable homes at Cala’s
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Scotland’s leading procurement firm for social housing and public buildings has secured Gold Standard Verification for all its frameworks. The accolade, awarded by Constructing Excellence and endorsed by the UK Government’s Cabinet Office, sets benchmarks to ensure best practices in public sector procurement. By adhering to the rigorous standards of the Gold Standard Verification
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A brand new sports pitch and high-spec changing pavilion has been completed and transferred to council ownership, bringing a health and wellbeing boost to an East Lothian town. The facilities form part of the Letham Mains development in Haddington and will be made available to the local school, Letham Primary, as well as youth
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An Aberdeen college graduate who came to Scotland ‘in search of a better future’ has been awarded a top prize sponsored by a city accountancy firm. Former NESCOL (North East Scotland College) student Kate Wolska (pictured above), 38, who returned to education after 20 years, won the accolade after being selected by her tutors.
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