2 h. ago 'Kowtow Keir' Starmer to visit Beijing for trade talks with President Xi Jinping

The Prime Minister is expected to make his first visit to China next week with a host of British business chief executives in tow.

Politics

9 h. ago West Lothian Council agrees motion calling for ban on manufacture and sale of loud fireworks

Conservative councillor Alison Adamson called on the council’s Chief Executive to write to both Sir Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister and John Swinney, Scotland’s First Minister urging a ban.

Economics

11 h. ago Snapchat’s parent company settles social media addiction lawsuit before trial

Snap’s chief executive had been due to testify in civil action also involving Meta, TikTok and YouTubeSnapchat’s parent company has settled a civil lawsuit shortly before it was due to start in California, but other large tech companies still face a trial under the case.Snap’s chief executive, Evan Spiegel, had been due to testify in a tech addiction lawsuit which also involves the Instagram owner, Meta; ByteDance’s TikTok; and Alphabet-owned YouTube – which have not settled. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Micheal Martin ‘spends more time abroad than Elton John’, says Michael O’Leary

The Ryanair chief executive accused the Taoiseach of being ‘too busy on his worldwide tour’.

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13 h. ago Quangos bonfire and 100,000 new jobs pitched in Tom Hunter’s Holyrood manifesto

The billionaire has released a pro-business manifesto he said would let Scotland’s economy flourish while increasing investment in public services.

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13 h. ago WRU bosses questioned LIVE: MPs grill governing body on crisis

WRU chief executive Abi Tierney and chair Richard Collier-Keywood face questioning by the Welsh Affairs Committee as fans' representatives also give evidence

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14 h. ago Scottish space sector lift as satellite camera firm creates 20 skilled jobs

“Attracting innovative businesses like Simera Sense is central to our regeneration strategy” – Craig Ritchie, Clyde Gateway

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14 h. ago Everything we know about the Elon Musk spat with Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary

Elon Musk has suggested he could buy Ryanair and has called for the chief executive Michael O’Leary to be fired

Politics

15 h. ago London jobs crisis: Rachel Reeves has hit hiring and is driving posts abroad, warns Currys boss

Alex Baldock, chief executive of the technology giant, says the Chancellor has undermined the retail sector

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23 h. ago EDEN CONFIDENTIAL: Adele sells home to her stylist for a $2.5m loss

Her very first years were spent in Tottenham, north London, after her father had walked out. But what was arguably the definitive moment in Adele's life came nearly a decade later.

Economics

32 h. ago Scotsman Obituaries: Sandy Orr, lawyer and entrepreneur who built a hotel empire

Sandy Orr, businessman and chairman of Scottish Opera. Born: 4 June 1939. Died: 1 November 2025, aged 86

Society

32 h. ago Rob Key likely to survive but T20 World Cup crucial to Brendon McCullum’s fate

Key told ECB review of willingness to change after AshesMcCullum has had poor record in white-ball cricketRob Key’s position as England’s managing director of men’s cricket is looking increasingly secure after the initial stages of the England and Wales Cricket Board’s review of the Ashes defeat, but the future of Brendon McCullum as coach remains uncertain and will be heavily influenced by his side’s performances at next month’s T20 World Cup.Key is understood to have spoken to the ECB chief executive, Richard Gould, and chair, Richard Thompson, and taken responsibility for England’s poor preparation for the Ashes and some bungled selections while on tour. He is believed to have indicated a willingness to do things differently if allowed to stay on, a crucial concession that could end up saving him. Continue reading...

Events

37 h. ago Scottish business lobby group names new chief executive at ‘defining moment’ for nation

“We will engage constructively with governments at all levels to advocate for a competitive business landscape and secure new investment opportunities” – Charandeep Singh

Politics

37 h. ago These three Scottish business growth hotspots are in the UK’s top ten

“Scotland is home to some of the UK’s most exciting growth stories” – Richard Jeffery, Growth Flag

Politics

41 h. ago Aberdeen grabs largest share of Scottish commercial property deals in decade

“With quality stock on the market, we expect Aberdeen to continue to be active in 2026” – Euan Kelly

Economics

57 h. ago King shares dram with Swinney at reception celebrating Scottish business owners

The King hosted a gathering at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Politics

63 h. ago WH Smith names new executive chairman after accounting scandal

Previous WH Smith chief executive Carl Cowling stepped down following the accounting error

Politics

3 d. ago Businesses near Glasgow 'drug consumption room' report crime surge

"I'd say since that centre has opened, it has got worse down here. I think because here's the place to be for them [drug users], and they're all congregating in certain areas, they're all basically got a local hangout to be in."

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3 d. ago When is Scottish Cup fifth round draw? Live stream details as Celtic look to join Rangers as Hearts & Hibs crash OUT

WE'RE in the midst of the most exciting Scottish title race for FORTY years. And the business end of the Scottish Cup promises to be every bit as wide open. Scotland's major cup competition takes centre stage again this weekend. Rangers were first to seal their place in the next round after a comfortable 5-0...

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3 d. ago Premier League sporting directors: who are they, and how much power do they all have?

A guide to each club’s setups, from Chelsea’s multi-headed structure to Brentford’s smooth planning and Manchester United’s muddlesThe appointment of Andrea Berta as sporting director in March was greeted with much enthusiasm by Arsenal’s supporters, given his impressive track record in more than a decade at Atlético Madrid,. The Italian, who began his career in finance, has made an instant impression. Known as a shrewd negotiator, the suave and softly spoken 54-year-old masterminded Arsenal’s outlay of more than £250m in the summer that included the arrivals of Viktor Gyökeres, Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke. Berta takes the lead on recruitment in consultation with Richard Garlick, who was promoted to chief executive in September, the manager, Mikel Arteta, and the co-chair Josh Kroenke. James Ellis, a former scout who then spent two years as head of recruitment, was appointed as technical director in the summer and is tasked with “delivering the club’s long-term player progression ...

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