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Heriot-Watt hails ‘milestone’ chip that promises sharper views of universe
“This is a significant milestone for a research programme that began more than 15 years ago” – Professor Robert Thomson

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

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?

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

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?

Scotsman Insider - actionable insight on Scottish business

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

Insider Media

Winners announced for the 2026 Made in Scotland Awards

GroGreen

Five Scottish companies tipped for scale up growth

Farming

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

Sheep grazing at Shemore Farm in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park

Three Loch Lomond farms chosen to future-proof food production

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
Speculation is growing ahead of Wednesday’s statement

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

The Jackdaw gas project has been approved by the UK government

Jackdaw bosses' Tornado gas hopes as more North Sea projects planned

Labour's approval of the Jackdaw gas field is a welcome step, but the North Sea energy industry needs John Healey and Andy Burnham to take a few more. Picture: Ian Forsyth

After Jackdaw approval, Labour must now seize £50bn North Sea prize David Whitehouse

The closure of the Grangemouth oil refinery was a blow to the economy, but new opportunities are emerging. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell

Why an industrial renaissance is within Scotland's grasp Professor Simon Best

Nine luxury hotels across Scottish Highlands and Islands offered in ‘rare’ sale

John Healey’s first Budget will be a key indication of the Burnham premiership’s direction (Picture: Betty Laura Zapata/PA Wire)

John Healey needs to find some carrots for housing sector

Analysis UK inflation jumps to 3.5%: What this means for borrowers and savers

Glasgow family signage firm adding 11 skilled jobs with expansion drive

Scottish accounting group’s acquisition ‘another powerful statement of intent’

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

The Jackdaw gas project has been approved by the UK government

Explainer Jackdaw: what does it mean for business, you and energy prices

The Beyond the Startup podcast will focus on how Scotland can build more globally successful tech companies (Picture: stock.adobe.com)

A podcast to match the ambition of our subjects

James Paterson wants UK and Scottish governments to simplify tax law

Tax complexity risks stifling Scotland’s growth

Andy Burnham and Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh

Analysis Jackdaw approval cannot be distraction from crisis facing North Sea

Jackdaw field approved to 'begin gas supply this winter'

The Port of Aberdeen was transformed by the oil and gas industry. Now the potential to service floating offshore windfarms represents a substantial opportunity but only if the UK government makes the right choices

How UK energy plan could put thousands of North Sea jobs at risk Bob Sanguinetti

Ben Leonard, with his daughter in the first Tuko carrier

Father-of-three launches baby carrier ‘precision-engineered’ for dads

The Jackdaw gas field has been given the go ahead

Jackdaw gas field set to be approved by UK Labour government

Chris Pateman-Jones, Chief Executive of Connected Kerb, and Deputy Chief Executive at ETZ Ltd

EV charging firm opens new innovation hub in Aberdeen

SumUp's Solo Lite is making it easier for people who sell items in their spare time to take payments

The £30 card reader giving casual sellers an answer to ‘got no cash’

Craig Blyth

Ad Feature Why succession planning matters for Scotland’s business owners

Good conservation has never been about preventing change, says Gill Ogilvie

It’s a new stage in the life of the venerable King's Theatre

Top role at Royal Bank of Scotland for banker who started branch career at 16

Sprawling 18,000 acre estate in Great Glen on market for £17million

Exclusive Minister under pressure after failing to commit to new drilling

Scottish firms ready to invest in young people but more support needed

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

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

Clydeport owner Peel Ports names CEO to oversee ‘next stage of growth journey’

Kirk Murdoch Scholarship supports Glasgow student’s legal ambitions

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

Exclusive Andy Burnham urged to open 'bigger pipeline' of oil and gas projects

Adrian Murphy, CEO of Murphy Wealth

Chancellor right to rule out changes to capital gains tax

Thomas Mitchell is a Partner, RTA LAW LLP (Picture: David Ho & Sandie Knudsen)

Still a long way to go on motorcycling fatalities

Stuart Clubb is a partner at Shoosmiths Scotland specialising in insolvency and restructuring.

With insolvency cases, the devil is in the detail

Leaders may find themselves implementing outcomes they trust but cannot fully explain (Picture: stock.adobe.com)

The AI accountabilty gap is a real risk for organisations

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

Worrying data reveals state of Scotland’s retail sector ahead of golden quarter

Scottish medtech firm hails US breakthrough in £13bn robotic surgery market

Rockstar Games president did not ‘scream’ at anyone, tribunal told

A cyber attack on critical infrastructure could put the safety of the nation at risk (Picture: stock.adobe.com)

Cyber security is now a whole-of-state effort

Shevaun Haviland, BCC Director General addresses guests

Edinburgh development programme for future leaders gets national award

Lerwick Harbour

Norwegian vessel lands half Shetland fish species quota in one day

Landmark Glasgow shopping centre welcomes six more brands ahead of Christmas

Record-breaking cable ducts completed at giant North Sea wind farm

Inivinity’s Bathgate plant

Exclusive Labour told to stop energy firm which vowed 1,000 jobs from leaving UK

ASCO workers on the quayside

How North Sea expertise could transform defence logistics

SNP leader John Swinney as his party braces to debate its position on North Sea oil and gas

Exclusive SNP told to give 'full-throated support' to drilling amid oil split

Aberdeen on track for best year of office space take-up since pandemic

40-bedroom hotel next to busy Scottish airport up for grabs for £1.6m

Construction of a supercomputer at a site near Roslin, Midlothian, is now well underway with operation due to start in 2028. PIC: University of Edinburgh

Scots software breakthrough could spur big quantum computer advance

SumUp's Tap to Pay feature allows small businesses and side hustlers to accept contactless card payments directly on a compatible smartphone, without needing a separate card reader.

How to turn your smartphone into a card reader

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has spoken about Russian interference (Christopher Furlong/PA)

Analysis Burnham faces crucial test that will define leadership in Scotland

Singapore funding partnership agreed to help tackle Scotland’s housing shortage

Exclusive The five North Sea projects waiting in pipeline if Jackdaw approved

David J Alexander is CEO of DJ Alexander Scotland Ltd (Picture: Laurence Winram)

Kemi Badenoch’s inheritance tax plan is bold and welcome