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Advances on ESG could be undermined by compliance failures within the supply chain, reveals new research

The findings from Burges Salmon’s ESG report show that Energy and Utilities companies are very prepared to meet corporate disclosure obligations, but there’s still room for improvement As businesses continue to develop the application of robust ESG standards into everyday operations, efforts could be undermined by compliance failures within their…

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FALLING FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN SCOTLAND’S BUSINESSES SIGNALS NEED TO SEIZE INVESTMENT ZONE AND FREEPORT OPPORTUNITIES

New Research Says Interest In Scottish Firms Amongst Investors Fell Last Year By A Third Slow Progress With Freeports And Investment Zones Could Hold Back Economic Levelling Up Specialist business lawyers at Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie are calling on the Westminster government to press ahead with its Investment Zones and…

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New homes announced at thriving new Paisley community

Award winning Scottish housebuilder Cruden Homes is bringing 37 new homes to a growing family friendly community at Hawkhead, situated on the edge of Scotland’s largest town in Paisley. Hawkhead Mews is a new development on the grounds of the former Hawkhead Hospital and just over a mile from historic…

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Trump Turnberry Texas Scramble Event

26th April 2024 Tee Times From: 9:30am £320.00 per team of four   Experience links golf at its finest with the Texas Scramble event at Turnberry Resort. Gather your team of four and conquer the magnificent King Robert the Bruce course, surrounded by stunning Scottish landscapes. Before teeing off, enjoy…

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Attention Businesses located in Midlothian!

The Workforce Mobility Project funded by the Edinburgh & South East Scotland City Region Deal invites employers and educational institutions in Midlothian to participate in the current round of engagement. The purpose of this is to better understand the sustainable journeys available to individuals travelling to access work or education.…

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Edinburgh nursery doubling capacity amid growth spurt

An Edinburgh nursery group is doubling the number of spaces for local children and creating 40 jobs, answering the call for more pre-school daycare in the city centre. St Margarets Nursery & Pre-school is taking a significant step in its growth journey as demand from locals continues to soar. Owned…

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DWF has been reappointed to BT Group’s legal panel for another 3 years

DWF, the global provider of integrated legal and business services, has been reappointed to BT Group’s legal panel, marking another milestone in its partnership with the multinational telecommunications company. The legal panel will be in place for the next three years and is comprised of 11 firms – a reduction…

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THE LAST STRAW: LUMO SERVES UP NEW ECO-FRIENDLY FRUIT DRINKS

Lumo continues to lead the rail industry in the journey to reduce food waste and plastic, with the open access operator introducing eco-friendly drinks onboard made from wonky and surplus apples Lumo, the Tyneside-based train operator, is taking sustainable travel to new heights with an exciting partnership with innovative UK…

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The Living Wage movement reaches new heights in Edinburgh

Edinburgh has experienced its most successful year of Living Wage accreditations to date. A record 17 organisations showed their commitment to the Living Wage agenda by accrediting as Living Wage employers in 2023/24. This is the most successful year for new sign ups in the city and has resulted in 933 employees…

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Capital Cruising begins busiest ever cruise season across Scottish ports

The busiest season ever for Forth Ports’ Capital Cruising business, kicks off this month. A record bursting 161 cruise calls are booked in this season calling across Scotland’s east coast, carrying an estimated 235,000 passengers who will be visiting Edinburgh, Fife and Dundee during 2024. This is further growth for…

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