Let’s be stronger at backing our economic winners
Scotland has genuinely world-class industries, but we tend to undervalue our successes. In these uncertain economic times, we incline to worry more about our weaknesses than building on our strengths. ...
WHISKY GALORE: Angus MacMillan, a Hebridean business visionary, creates Benbecula Distillery
Visionary Hebridean businessman Angus MacMillan was inspired to found Benbecula Distillery to ensure that locals could forge a life on the island. Angus MacMillan’s early career as an industrial engineer...
SHOW WEEK: Cottage Cheese Up, Malt Whisky Down, and AI is all about ‘workforce reshaping’
Just after a quarter to eight, Duke, a beautifully-coiffured Shetland pony, all the way from Cambridgeshire, with floppy dark hair covering his eyes, was among a posse of horses preparing...
Renewable energy developments on croft land offers opportunities for rural Scotland
Scotland’s drive towards net zero by 2045 continues to create significant opportunities for renewable energy and infrastructure development across Scotland. Advances in onshore wind, solar and battery storage technology and...
The Big Interview: Andrew Malcolm and his love for Royal Highland Show
According to Andrew Malcolm, chief executive officer of The Malcolm Group, one of Scotland’s most recognised businesses, it has never been tougher for businesses like his. However with the straight-talking...
What should landowners check before selling land for development in Scotland?
Selling land in Scotland, whether for development, diversification or estate restructuring, can seem straightforward. However, beneath the surface lie challenges that can catch even experienced landowners off guard. Based on...
How Inheritance Tax changes affect succession planning for farming and rural businesses ahead of the RHS
Succession planning is a key consideration for many rural businesses. Even though it can be difficult, ignoring it is not an option. Anyone who owns a business needs to plan...