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AI threat to Scottish finance jobs yet to fully materialise

A major finance recruiter has warned that the sector must embrace the wave of transformation resulting from artificial intelligence (AI), but that the jobs market is yet to be significantly impacted. With financial services widely tipped as an industry set to experience significant change from the rapid development of AI, the leading Scottish financial recruiter […]

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Skylark Lasers appoints new CEO to guide its expansion of unique technology

Skylark Lasers, the agile photonics company that specialises in the design and manufacture of ultra-reliable, high-performance, single-frequency DPSS lasers, has appointed a new CEO, to lead the business and guide its long-term growth vision. Dr. Ben Szutor (pictured above) has been appointed as company CEO and will lead the business in the global roll-out of

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Surgeons Quarter adopts new coffee partnerships to drive sustainability efforts

(L) Sophie Bell, Fundraising Manager at Cyrenians, and (R) Stewart Munro, Ops Manager at Surgeons Quarter A popular venue which helps to support the advancement of surgery around the world has adopted a range of impressive new sustainability measures. The moves see Surgeons Quarter serving up a new coffee bean supplier while also delivering a partnership

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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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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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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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Harley Haddow wins big at industry awards

Left to Right: Senior Mechanical Engineer Paul Phillips, Senior Energy & Sustainability Engineer Tika Sundarmaji , Associate Director Tom Barlow , Business Development North West Rachael Cunliffe and Director Ian Chalk Harley Haddow has received one of the top prizes at The Grafters Awards, scooping the best Mechanical and Electrical Consultancy award. The ceremony which

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