35 m. ago Every story in The Scotsman's Scorecard: The Business of Golf series on the finances of the game in Scotland

From the growing influence of private investors to tensions around visitor numbers, The Scotsman’s series provides an authoritative analysis of the state of play of Scottish golf

Sport

99 m. ago Universal Credit and disability benefits: Labour's PIP cuts shake

Labour's proposed welfare cuts left me shaken - we must protect the most vulnerable 💔

Politics

2 h. ago Ben & Jerry’s accuses parent company Unilever of forcibly removing CEO over ‘social mission’

The ice cream brand was bought by Unilever in 2000 but the organisations have been battling for years

Events

4 h. ago South of Scotland business creates device that can help tackle energy crisis

The test sensor from Radisoft is currently being tested at the Crichton in Dumfries.

Events

10 h. ago Scottish business quango 'expresses private doubts about Flamingo Land Loch Lomond plan'

EXCLUSIVE: Government agency Scottish Enterprise raised concerns about the controversial £40m resort bid in Balloch despite publicly backing it.

Economics

21 h. ago FTSE 100 gains as US markets slump ahead of interest rate decisions

The Bank of England and the Federal Reserve are expected to hold interest rates at their respective decisions later this week.

Economics

25 h. ago Gold hits record high over $3,000 amid rising geopolitical tensions; Thames Water receives six takeover offers – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as gold hits $3,027 per ounceGold is continuing to hit new heights this morning – it’s now trading at $3,027 per ounce.“In the current environment, every day seems to offer a new catalyst for the gold price,” comments Kathleen Brooks, research director at XTB.In uncertain times, central banks and individuals demand gold, while inflation concerns emanating from President Trump’s tariffs and trade war are also boosting the price of gold.Life above $3,000 per ounce could be the norm for the gold price in 2025, it is already higher by 15% YTD, easily outpacing gains for global equities. Continue reading...

Events

28 h. ago Business News: Motorway services operator Westmorland hailed by celebrities sees profits jump

Watch today’s top business stories - in under two minutes.

Economics

29 h. ago VR headset and yoga mat added to basket of items used to track UK inflation

The Office for National Statistics said its inflation basket of goods show how consumer spending has evolved over the years.

Economics

29 h. ago Gold hits record high over $3,000 amid rising geopolitical tensions; Pound at $1.30 against weakening US dollar – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as gold hits $3,027 per ounceGold is continuing to hit new heights this morning – it’s now trading at $3,027 per ounce.“In the current environment, every day seems to offer a new catalyst for the gold price,” comments Kathleen Brooks, research director at XTB.In uncertain times, central banks and individuals demand gold, while inflation concerns emanating from President Trump’s tariffs and trade war are also boosting the price of gold.Life above $3,000 per ounce could be the norm for the gold price in 2025, it is already higher by 15% YTD, easily outpacing gains for global equities. Continue reading...

Economics

30 h. ago The 'businessmen' running a secret empire out of a skip yard

The men were brought down after becoming 'too comfortable'

Politics

30 h. ago Gold hits record high over $3,000 amid rising geopolitical tensions and weakening US dollar – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as gold hits $3,017 per ounceIn the City, shares in banking group Close Brothers have tumbled after it reported that the UK’s motor finance scandal dragged it into a loss.Close Brothers reported an operating pre-tax loss of £103m for the six months to 31 January 2025, and a loss after tax ofo £111.8m. Continue reading...

Events

47 h. ago E2E 100 Female: Susan Bowen on leading Digital Catapult’s mission for tech growth

The CEO shares how the organisation is accelerating deep tech adoption, bridging industry gaps, and driving UK business innovation

Events

48 h. ago E2E 100 Female: how Universal Partners are empowering entrepreneurs and driving global success

Universal Partners is a leading financial services firm specialising in cross-border payments and bespoke risk management services. They offer personalised, flexible solutions for women-led businesses, ensuring they have the financial tools to scale and succeed in an increasingly global economy

Politics

50 h. ago Thames Water restructure approval challenge dismissed at Court of Appeal

In February, a High Court judge sanctioned a plan proposed by the parent company of Thames Water Group allowing the utility to stay afloat.

Events

51 h. ago ‘Too much bureaucracy slowing us down’, Reeves warns regulators

The Chancellor told watchdog chiefs on Monday morning she wanted to reduce duplication by regulators.

Events

54 h. ago Business News: JD Wetherspoon sales set to soar and interests rates hold amid economic "fog of uncertainty"

Watch the biggest business stories making the headlines today - in less than two minutes.

Economics

55 h. ago UK set to be hotter than Corfu this week as temperatures soar for start of spring

Temperatures will soar to 19C in the UK, as warm air from the continent comes in

Politics

57 h. ago Exact date UK set to be hotter than Istanbul this week as temperatures soar

Istanbul experienced highs of 25C over the weekend but a major change is on the way, meaning that by the middle of this week, parts of Britain will be warmer than the Turkish city

Politics

62 h. ago Interest rates set to stay put amid ‘fog of uncertainty’ over Trump tariffs

‘Murky as the picture looks now, some things will become a lot clearer soon’

Politics