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Month: October 2025
What Can UK Businesses Expect In The Autumn Budget?
With the Autumn Budget just around the corner, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should brace themselves. The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, has some difficult choices ahead. The economy is sluggish, inflation isn’t easing, and business confidence has reached a new low. We won’t know the full picture until 26th November, but early signs…
Extra £18 Million support for North Sea workers
Thousands more workers in the North Sea will gain access to tailored support aimed at assisting their transition into careers within the sustainable energy sector, thanks to an infusion of £18 million in funding. The Scottish Government has revealed plans to invest £9 million over the next three years into the Oil and Gas Transition…
Famous Perthshire Sweets Giant in New Leadership Plan
A Scottish institution whose trademark sweets have crossed the globe is celebrating its 100th birthday by introducing a new leadership generation and scoping increased capacity. Gordon and Durward in Crieff, whose customers include celebrities such as actor David Tenant, are proof of the unwaning appetite for Scottish ‘sweeties’. The company has provided the House of Lords…
Aberdeenshire Subsea firm doubles workforce and relocates as offshore wind sector booms
Subsea Micropiles, a specialist in foundations and anchoring solutions for offshore energy projects, is doubling its operational footprint following its relocation to a new, larger base in Westhill, Aberdeenshire. This strategic move is designed to accommodate a planned doubling of its workforce next year and marks a significant milestone for the privately held firm as it…
Research And Development Tax Relief Update For Businesses
HMRC have introduced new practical enhancements to their Research and Development (R&D) tax relief tool to help businesses access the tax relief they deserve, whilst also reducing the number of fraud or ‘in error’ claims which simply don’t qualify for relief. Alongside a new expert advisory panel, it seems R&D tax relief is becoming more…
ModuSpec relaunches Subsea Engineer Programme
Rig intake and inspection specialist ModuSpec is proud to announce the return of its highly respected Subsea Engineer Programme (SEP) – a training programme widely regarded as the industry benchmark for excellence in developing subsea engineers responsible for the maintenance of subsea blow out preventers (BOP). The SEP is being reintroduced in response to strong…
Winner announced for SJIB Apprentice of the Year 2025
A talented young electrician has been rewarded for his outstanding commitment and skill after being crowned Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) Apprentice of the Year 2025. Callan White, from Livingston, took home this year’s top title, which is presented in conjunction with Edmundson Electrical, after impressing judges with his technical ability, professionalism and “exceptional attitude towards learning and…
Lovell helps Winchburgh community groups tool up
Housebuilder Lovell has teamed up with their supply chain to give volunteers in Winchburgh a welcome boost with more than£10,000 worth of tools and equipment. The gifts will support the Winchburgh Community Growing Group and Builders Den to keep delivering projects across the village. The donation forms part of the wider commitment from Lovell, working in partnership…
The best Apple TV VPNs of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed
Give yourself more privacy and security with a native Apple TV VPN app. Securely stream your favorite TV shows and movies without speed loss.