Clarity on private rental sectors reforms brings new breed of institutional investors to Scotland

The Scottish Government’s Bill to reform the private rental sector (PRS) could usher in a wave of investment in housing from a new breed of funds targeting ‘generation rent’ with high quality flats and apartments, according to experts at Colliers International. The Private Housing (Tenancies) Bill, which offers protection to…

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Bank of Scotland Names Mid Market Export Champion

Bank of Scotland’s new Head of Trade and Working Capital in Scotland Colin Walls says he is determined to help more Scottish mid market firms succeed in valuable export markets.

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IntoWork seeking Trustees

IntoWork is currently seeking Trustees who are keen to effect change, and be willing to contribute to the development of supported employment services for disabled people in Edinburgh and the Lothians

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Edinburgh Airport and VisitScotland welcome new direct flights to Dusseldorf.

Edinburgh Airport and VisitScotland have today welcomed confirmation from Eurowings of a new direct flight between Scotland’s capital and Dusseldorf Airport. Edinburgh Airport’s Chief Executive Gordon Dewar said the three-times-weekly flight – which will commence on March 27 of next year – highlights the airport’s commitment to delivering enhanced options…

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Hopetoun farm shop makes gluten free living deliciously easy

With one in every 100 Brits estimated to have coeliac disease, Hopetoun Farm Shop, near South Queensferry, is increasing its range of gluten free products as it aims to become a destination for all food lovers.

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No Hiding Place For Businesses Which Ignore Health and Safety

A huge rise in the number of health and safety court cases in Scotland could be a sign of things to come, warned a leading litigation expert

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Life-saving equipment at the ready after Capital Document Solutions investment

New life-saving equipment and training has been introduced in four offices across Scotland by Capital Document Solutions. Automatic external defibrillators (AED) will be placed at the receptions of offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Inverness with training on how to properly use the technology in the event of an emergency…

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New Partner and Tax Director appointments

Murray Beith Murray has announced the appointment of Andrew Paterson to Partner and Sean Cockburn to Tax Director within the Edinburgh-based private client law firm. The promotions take effect on 1 November 2015. L-R: Andrew Paterson, Hugh Younger and Sean Cockburn   Andrew, who joined the firm’s Asset Protection Group in 2013, specialises…

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IAESTE could help your business succeed in a global market.

IAESTE is a global work experience programme that organises paid international work placements for undergraduate students across 257 disciplines across science, technology and engineering. Offer an internship within your organisation and get access to the current top students in science, engineering and technology sectors from over 1000 universities. Our trainees…

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British Chambers of Commerce: Surge in retail sales should boost economic growth

BCC: Surge in retail sales should boost economic growth Retail sales volumes in September 2015 are up 1.9% on the month and up 6.5% on the year. Average store prices fell by 3.6% in September 2015, compared with September 2014.  Commenting on the retail sales figures for September 2015, David…

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