Business

RBS parent NatWest reports ‘fair to middling performance’ and 1,000 job cuts
“We continue to see broad-based growth in our three customer franchises” – Paul Thwaite, CEO

Michael Diamond

Wage bills race ahead of hiring at biggest firms

Recruitment entering a new age as AI shifts business needs

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Edinburgh businesses urged to be bold in pursuit of growth

True North hires ‘one of Scotland’s most accomplished events professionals’

The Acorn project will be based at Shell's St Fergus gas terminal near Peterhead

Only £12m of promised £200m funding will be given to Acorn project

There's no doubt floating wind projects work, says Niamh Deery

Floating wind ambitions depend on certainty

The 'remote operations centre' mock-up at Babcock's Rosyth offices

Inside Rosyth's leading role in building the hybrid navy of the future

Alexis Graham is a Partner, Private Wealth and Tax, Shepherd and Wedderburn.

‘Testamentary freedom’ is not as ‘free’ as you might think in Scotland

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Michael Diamond

Wage bills race ahead of hiring at biggest firms

Recruitment entering a new age as AI shifts business needs

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

Farming

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Our picture book view of farming is a long way from reality Philip Lymbery

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

Iconic House of Bruar looks to add EV chargers as sales top £62 million
“The growth in the use of the internet for shopping has increased the future opportunities of the business and opened up international markets” – Patrick Birkbe...

New-look Glasgow Rolex boutique ‘reflects confidence in the city’

Scottish free-from and vegan bakery business employing 190 people taken over

Bank of Scotland owner Lloyds sees profits surge ahead of higher Budget levy

Ferguson Marine has no work after the Glen Rosa ferry is handed over to CalMac. (Jane Barlow/PA)

Hugely late Glen Rosa ferry delayed another 2 months to February

The Acorn project will be based at Shell's St Fergus gas terminal near Peterhead

'Spectacular shambles' as carbon capture funding descends into chaos

High street discounter Poundland has filed to appoint administrators, threatening the future of around 12,000 workers.

Poundland to appoint administrators with thousands of jobs at risk

Scottish tourism bosses slam Healey for failing to address two major pressures

Next great Scottish businesses need experienced people in their corner Stanley Morrice

Budget 2026: Chancellor’s U-turn on ISA allowance branded ‘backward step’

The gap is narrowing, but work still needs to be done to fully achieve equality ambition

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Sandy Begbie says the battle for gender equality in industry is gathering pace

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Industry leaders are looking to shatter glass ceilings for women By The Newsroom

Jackdaw

It is a contradiction but Jackdaw and Rosebank matter to net zero Ewan Aitken

Tennent’s on top as pilsner and citrus lager launches attract new drinkers

£120,000 raised as Sir Tom Hunter urges businesses to invest in young people

Reaction: The Budget does not meet scale of UK government’s ambitions Michelle Ferguson

Budget 2026 Scottish case study: ‘Just another collection of tweaks’ Peter Proud

David Lonsdale of the Scottish Retail Consortium

Analysis A raft of modest but useful measures for businesses and households

Mark Kent is chief executive of the Scotch Whisky Association

Analysis SWA: Taxing whisky four times more than cider makes no sense

Scotsman Insider emag focuses on margin pressure hitting OMBs

John Healey

Economic growth cannot just be a political slogan Sandy Begbie CBE

The Acorn project will be based at Shell's St Fergus gas terminal near Peterhead

'Hammer blow' for North Sea amid carbon capture funding row

The winners from the 2025 awards

Ad Feature Shortlist for 2026 Highlands & Islands Apprenticeship Awards announced

Ad Feature Podcast: the circular economy and competitive business advantage

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

Stephen Emerson, Scotsman Insider Editor; Michelle Thomson businesswoman, former Falkirk MSP/Edinburgh MP; Lauren Ridgley project manager, Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce; Charlie Woods board member, Economic Development Association Scotland; Stephen Boyd Scottish director of the Institute for Public Policy Research Scotland; Susan Murray director, David Hume Institute; Ciaran McGuigan chief executive, Zero Waste Scotland

Ad Feature Circular economy a ‘crown jewel’ as businesses grasp opportunity

Chancellor John Healey ahead of delivering his UK Budget

Explainer What John Healey's Budget spending plans mean for Scotland and you

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

Greaves Sports has operated in some form for almost a century

Historic Glasgow sports store where Frank Sinatra shopped to close

We must put political differences aside to secure Grangemouth future Alex Cole-Hamilton

New property venture looks to unlock Scotland’s ‘constrained’ housing market

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 compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

Cash is king? This £30 gadget gives customers a much easier option

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

The Acorn project will be based at Shell's St Fergus gas terminal near Peterhead

Exclusive Chancellor warned not to axe North Sea energy project to fund defence

Heriot-Watt hails ‘milestone’ chip that promises sharper views of universe

Vinyl revival helps turn 30-year-old Scottish hi-fi firm into £3.5m business

Budget bank tax raid: Don’t drain the engine of growth - Sandy Begbie Sandy Begbie

Connected Kerb CEO Chris Pateman-Jones

End the driveway divide: EV pavement tax must be tackled Chris Pateman-Jones

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

Four broadband giants top Ofcom complaints list

Expertise in marine engineering built up in the North Sea oil and gas industry could help create a world-leading marine renewables industry (Picture: Andy Buchanan)

SNP warned oil and gas slump driving wind investment out of Scotland

Many Scottish businesses are looking to their own balance sheets to drive investment and growth, says Vishal Chopra

What will unlock the next phase of growth?

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?

Careless use of AI wastes time, says Andrew Stevenson

'Lawyers will have to get used to having their advice scrutinised by AI'

The growth in party litigant applications merits attention, says Alison Tyler

Ensuring that decisions lie fully within the law

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