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The industrial skyline of Petroineos Grangemouth is synonymous with the town and a massive employer in the area.

Innovation and entrepreneurship go hand in hand, so I was pleased to hear that different stakeholders were involved in launching Glasgow’s first ‘venture studio’. Don’t worry if you’re not too familiar with the phrase, it simply means organisations that create...

One of the highlights of my entire year is heading through to Edinburgh to enjoy the city during festival season. 

In what can only be described as a worrying revelation, new research has shown a dramatic reduction in Scotland’s small and medium enterprise (SME) home building sector.

As we approach the General Election, it seems some parties have been inspired by the ongoing Euros as there are a lot of political footballs flying around.

Scotland’s love affair with music has never been more apparent. The recent electrifying tour by pop legend Taylor Swift and the energetic comeback gig by Girls Aloud at the Hydro in Glasgow have not only captivated audiences but have also significantly boosted Scotland’s tourism...

At the start of the year, I highlighted the importance of staying on top of developments in artificial intelligence for Scottish businesses.

Scotland’s dramatic landscapes and rich history have long captivated visitors from not just here in the UK, but around the world.

Recently described by Social Justice Secretary, Shirley-Anne Somerville, as “one of the defining issues of a generation”, Scotland is in the midst of a major housing crisis.

The ongoing saga of Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) has been painful to watch. At one point we were leading the way, with the initial launch set for 2023. However, another year passes, we are no further forward, and it’s gotten more complicated and convoluted since it was first...