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Shepherd and Wedderburn to be headline sponsor of the All-Energy exhibition and conference for the twelfth time
Scotland-headquartered UK law firm Shepherd and Wedderburn will return as headline sponsor of the All-Energy exhibition and conference. The event, now in its 25th year, is essential for everyone in the low-carbon and renewable energy community. Last year over...
Scotland’s Migration Service: Free support for employers hiring international workers
Scottish employers looking to grow their teams can benefit significantly from accessing international talent. Skilled workers from overseas can bring fresh thinking, specialist knowledge, and valuable experience that can give businesses a real competitive edge.
For sectors facing persistent skills...
What is a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)?
In the commercial world, confidentiality can be essential. Whether you’re developing a new product, sharing financial data with a potential investor, or planning to acquire another company, there are plenty of circumstances in which sensitive information must stay out...
Business or leisure – Delta has America covered
Your Gateway to the U.S.
Flying from Scotland to the United States has never been easier. Delta offers nonstop service from Edinburgh to New York-JFK, giving you direct access to one of the world’s most iconic cities and a convenient...
The Future of Recruitment: Keeping the human touch in an AI driven world
When I first heard the term ‘AI’, my mind went straight to the Scottish band Altered Images — a misunderstanding that revealed far more about my age than my relationship status with the digital world and suggested that my...
Taking Steps with Walking Scotland: Building a Healthier, Happier Workforce
In today’s workplace, employee wellbeing, productivity and sustainability are no longer optional, they are essential. Walking Scotland, the national walking and wheeling charity for Scotland, is working with employers across the country to embed one of the most powerful...
Forth Green Freeport unlocks £25 million to deliver £7.9bn of economic regeneration
The Forth Green Freeport (FGF) has marked a joint agreement which unlocks £25 million of seed funding from the UK Government to support reindustrialisation of the Edinburgh, Fife and Falkirk areas and attract £7.9 billion of private and public...
A UK-first for sustainable construction methods at Ardrossan Community Campus
Morgan Sindall Construction is making history at the Ardrossan Community Campus.
The new campus will house both Winton Primary and Ardrossan Academy, alongside public library and swimming pool facilities, serving as a catalyst for wider regeneration including new housing and...
Dundee Museum of Transport on the Right Track
The journey to transform a historic tram depot in Dundee into the new home for the city’s Museum of Transport is moving up a gear following confirmation of a significant funding boost.
Refurbishment work will now begin at the former...
Believ Installs Ultra Rapid Charging Hub in Aberdeen
Electric vehicle (EV) charge point operator (CPO), Believ, is installing an ultra-rapid charging hub in Blackburn, Aberdeen, to help Scottish drivers and visitors to the region transition to EVs.
The hub is strategically situated on the A96 – Northern Scotland’s...
Trio of organisations have Gold Awards revalidated
The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award revalidation dinner took place at The Black Watch Castle and Museum in Perth on 22 January.
The evening saw three organisations from the Highland RFCA area presented with their 2025 Award certificates....
The legality of electronic signatures
As the adoption of digital practices increases across all areas, it’s no surprise that electronic signatures have become a standard tool used by modern businesses. Whether you're signing a commercial contract, approving a purchase order, or onboarding a new...
Charandeep Singh BEM appointed as new Chief Executive of Scottish Chambers of Commerce
The Board of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has appointed Mr Charandeep Singh BEM as its new Chief Executive.
Following a UK-wide recruitment process led by SCC President Rodney Ayre, Mr Singh was the unanimous choice of the SCC...
Rodney Ayre appoints Charandeep Singh BEM to Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce
The Board of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has appointed Mr Charandeep Singh BEM as its new Chief Executive.
Following a UK-wide recruitment process led by SCC President Rodney Ayre, Mr Singh was the unanimous choice of the SCC...
Dr Liz Cameron CBE on the newly appointed Chief Executive of Scottish Chambers of Commerce
The Board of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has appointed Mr Charandeep Singh BEM as its new Chief Executive.
Following a UK-wide recruitment process led by SCC President Rodney Ayre, Mr Singh was the unanimous choice of the SCC...
John Denton of the International Chamber of Commerce welcomes SCC’s New Chief Executive
The Board of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has appointed Mr Charandeep Singh BEM as its new Chief Executive.
Following a UK-wide recruitment process led by SCC President Rodney Ayre, Mr Singh was the unanimous choice of the SCC...
Shepherd and Wedderburn appoints Sam Jones as a Director in its Employment Law team
The Employment Law specialist Sam Jones has joined the Scotland-headquartered UK law firm Shepherd and Wedderburn. He will be based in the firm’s Aberdeen office.
The appointment comes at a time of rapid growth for S+W’s Employment team in Aberdeen....
DANDARA PUTS KINDNESS ON THE MENU FOR ABERDEEN CYRENIANS
As the festive season approaches, housebuilder Dandara has marked the run-up to Christmas with a £500 donation to Aberdeen Cyrenians’ food bank, helping to support people and families across the city at a time when demand for food and...
Corporate gifting at Christmas: distinguishing hospitality from bribery
The festive season is traditionally associated with giving, and it is unsurprising that this culture of generosity often extends into the corporate sphere. Yet, unlike the exchanges that occur naturally within families or among friends, gifts in a business...
14 organisations strike Gold
Fourteen employer organisations had their outstanding commitment to the Armed Forces recognised at the 2025 Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Awards.
The Highland RFCA-organised event saw around 50 guests and hosts gather at The Black Watch Castle and Museum...
Funded Workplace Travel Support for organisations across Scotland. Register your interest for 2026/27
Travelknowhow Scotland (TKHS) powered by CalCommuter, is offering Scottish employers a streamlined and data‑driven approach to measuring commuting emissions, understanding travel patterns and promoting sustainable travel choices.
As organisations across Scotland work towards net-zero targets and improved sustainability reporting, this...
How to resolve shareholder disputes
A successful business fundamentally depends on teamwork. Workers, managers and owners operate together in various teams, arrangements and hierarchies, each with distinct rights and responsibilities. However, if these relationships break down, the consequences can be severe. Understanding how to...
Shepherd and Wedderburn appoints Marcus Wright as a Partner in its English Real Estate team
Marcus Wright has joined Shepherd and Wedderburn as a Partner in the firm’s English Real Estate team.
Marcus brings over 25 years of commercial property experience and has advised investors, developers, landlords and tenants on complex property transactions and development...
BUSINESSES MOVE FAST AS CITY SOUTH NEARS CAPACITY
Dandara’s City South Business Park has reached a major milestone, with Phase 2 now fully sold and fewer than half of the final Phase 3 units remaining – marking strong momentum at one of Aberdeen’s fastest-growing commercial hubs.
Located in...
Changes to environmental regulation in Scotland: what you need to know
Important changes are happening in environmental regulation in Scotland. Scott Crawford, Senior Permitting Manager at the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), explains what the changes are and what this means for regulated businesses in Scotland.
At the start of November,...
Commercial dispute resolution in Scotland: How a solicitor can help
A business thrives on clarity and mutual understanding. When all parties agree on roles, deliverables, timescales, and costs, operations flow smoothly.
Whether a company supplies goods, services, or bespoke processes, success depends on stakeholders working in harmony towards shared objectives....
DANDARA BUILDS ON COMMUNITY SPIRIT WITH HEDGEHOG HOMES FOR LOCAL SCHOOL
Independent housebuilder Dandara has donated a set of hedgehog hotels to Airyhall School in Aberdeen, helping pupils protect one of the UK’s most loved – and most endangered garden visitors ahead of the hedgehogs’ hibernation season this October.
The donation is part...
Exercise Wet Kipper
Employers were put through their paces by the Royal Marines Reserve (RMR) Scotland during an exercise in Highland Perthshire.
Exercise Wet Kipper was jointly organised by RMR Scotland and Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (Highland RFCA) and held at...
What are the legal considerations when restructuring a business?
Businesses wear many hats. They can be a manufacturer, retailer, buyer, employer, customer, statistic, or even a force for social good. It’s something we rely on, respect, and sometimes even love. Workers depend on its profits for their wages....
A better balance: How Julia Fotherby found freedom and opportunity in the Highlands
After years in senior corporate roles across retail and logistics, Julia Fotherby was no stranger to leading teams, managing complex operations, and delivering results. But when she learned about the NFU Mutual Agency Network, she saw something different -...
