Inflation hit by summer getaway costs
Mixed signals on economy but families suffer as holiday airfares see 30 per cent jump A complex, and at times contradictory, picture has emerged from recent economic data. Inflationary pressures...
Chancellor aims hard hit on higher income taypayers
Concern widespread over Chancellor’s warnings of ‘tough choices’ If ‘soak the rich’ is now a serious statement of intent from the Labour Govern ment, then an increasing number of moderately...
Confidence takes a hit in face of tariffs and taxes
Turmoil in international trading leads to weakening expectations for the future performance of the Scottish economy Amid a backdrop of global uncertainty and turmoil in international trading conditions, data of...
Tax complexities driving surge in outsourced expert demand
Scotland’s businesses must navigate an increasingly complex tax landscape with tax complexities including changing tax rates, reliefs and exemptions, while also complying with both UK-wide and devolved Scottish tax regulations....
Equipping our region for the future – today
At Forth Valley College, we are proud to be playing a leading role in preparing our region for the future economy. Our Skills Transition Centre (STC), supported by £4m through...
Strange case of shooting UK’s investment story in the foot
Schemes that have boosted innovative UK start-ups hit by changes to business property relief in strange case of shooting UK’s investment success story in the foot. The UK’s Enterprise Investment...
January sales boost hit as confidence wanes over Trump tariffs
The January sales delivered a boost to the economy, but business activity and confidence are falling ahead of wage increases and global concerns over President Trump’s tariffs. Inflationary forces are...
Scotland’s Economic Update: Manufacturing expansion boosts growth and inflation continues to ease
We’ve seen an easing in inflation this quarter which will have brought some relief to businesses and households, though not on housing costs. Output has continued to expand, including in...
Scotland’s finance sector keeps growth targets in sight for 2025
International promotion, fintech and stronger relationships all key to future prosperity says enterprise body chief In terms of economic uncertainty, 2024 has been a hard year to beat. The travails...
NatWest’s final payback for HM Treasury and UK taxpayers
2025 will be a landmark year for NatWest – formerly Royal Bank of Scotland – as the UK Government finally exits its rescue stake in the major clearing bank. This...