How CGI’s commitment to diversity is providing opportunities for the next generation of Scots...

The technology sector is flourishing. Opportunities that come with skilled jobs are continuing to grow apace. But for some, that world of opportunity can still feel light years away. That is why companies like CGI...

It’s time for Scotland to focus its future on digital skills and learning, connected...

Scotland finds itself at an economic crossroads due to COVID-19. The lockdowns and restrictions imposed to suppress the pandemic over the course of the past 14 months have badly affected key sectors of the...

Scottish biotech firm Dyneval has the edge on competitors

Dyneval is delighted to announce that it was awarded £100K as the IBioIC EDGE winner at this year’s Scottish EDGE17 awards final. Dyneval is an exciting new venture in the Scottish biotech sector, having already...

Connecting for Good: don’t stop giving employees time to work in their communities

The more I talk to Scottish businesses about social impact and giving back, the more heartened I am to witness a genuine shift towards more meaningful community support. But as restrictions ease and isolation...

New service for redundant apprentices supports recruitment process

The Apprentice Transition Plan service was developed by Skills Development Scotland in order to support apprentices made redundant through the impact of COVID-19. The service will help individuals market themselves to prospective employers. The support is...

On track with Scotrail as latest scqf inclusive recruiter

ScotRail is the most recent organisation to become an SCQF Inclusive Recruiter, committing to using SCQF levels in its recruitment processes. ScotRail provides nearly 100 million passenger journeys each year, with over 2,300 intercity, regional...

West Lothian Development – Huge expansion for Winchburgh

The village of Winchburgh is set to be transformed thanks to a massive investment in new schools, new homes and vital infrastructure. West Lothian Council, the Scottish Government and West Coast Capital’s Winchburgh Developments Limited...

A property business with a social conscience

“Socially-minded” is not how some would characterise the private property sector but a Dunbartonshire business is doing its best to change that perception. Kingsmith Property have created an innovative model for property development and investment...

Edinburgh announced as winning applicant for global cities can b initiative

Following an intensive selection process, Edinburgh has been announced as one of four cities to join the prestigious Global Cities CAN B programme. Alongside Barcelona in Spain, Cordoba in Argentina and Asuncion in Paraguay, Edinburgh,...

Matugga Distillers taps into a strong entrepreneurial spirit to deepen local connections and win...

West Lothian Chamber of Commerce member, Matugga Distillers Ltd, opened the only dedicated rum distillery in central Scotland last year. Bringing together a vibrant fusion of African and Caribbean heritage alongside Scottish distilling craft,...