2 h. ago Scottish tech firm’s knowhow will aid motorist safety in UK’s longest road tunnels

“It is a very proud moment to see the system go live and have a positive impact on emergency services and motorists” – Tom Sime, Exchange Communications

Science

49 h. ago The three Scottish tech firms with spectacular growth rates named in Deloitte’s Fast 50 rankings

“For nearly three decades, the Fast 50 has highlighted rapidly growing and innovative technology companies across the UK” – Claire Robb, Deloitte

Politics

4 d. ago Activists target Edinburgh tech firm in ‘solidarity with Palestine’ as police launch probe

Images have been shared of activists damaging the offices of an Edinburgh business.

Events

5 d. ago Charity boss warns Scotland's children are vulnerable as online abuse cases soar

Children First Chief Executive Mary Glasgow is calling on the Scottish Government to take action and work with tech companies.

Events

1 week ago House price hotspot: The Scottish city on track for inflation

“The market remains in a delicate condition given that interest rates and mortgage rates remain high in a recent historical context and economic growth is limited” – John Boyle, Rettie

Economics

3 w. ago CodeClan reborn: Scottish digital skills teaching returns with focus on future tech and AI

“Tech isn’t just for the chosen few, it’s for anyone ready to roll up their sleeves and make a change” – CodeBase

Events

3 w. ago UK inflation unexpectedly remains at 3.8% for third month in a row

Annual September rate confounds forecasts of a rise, as pace of food price growth slows for first time since MarchBusiness live – latest updatesUK inflation was unchanged last month at 3.8%, confounding expectations of a rise, in welcome news for the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, as she plans for her crucial budget next month.The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said that inflation measured on the consumer prices index remained at the same level in September as in August and July. Continue reading...

Economics

3 w. ago People on State Pension due to find out new payment rates this week

The earnings growth rate is on track to be the Triple Lock measure used for the 2026/27 annual uprating.

Economics

3 w. ago Brexit impact on UK economy will be negative for foreseeable future, Bailey warns

The Bank of England governor, speaking at the G30 International Banking Seminar, highlighted a decline in the UK’s potential growth rate.

Events

3 w. ago Brexit impact on UK economy ‘negative for foreseeable future,’ Bailey says

The Bank of England governor, speaking at the G30 International Banking Seminar, highlighted a decline in the UK’s potential growth rate.

Politics

3 w. ago Europe's economic woes could set off more riots, warns top insurance executive

Clarisse Kopff, a board member at German insurer Munich Re, said lower rates of growth in Europe, were already triggering increased 'social tensions'.

Events

4 w. ago German retirees who continue working set to earn €2,000 a month tax

Active pension scheme expected to start in January is part of chancellor’s ‘autumn of reforms’ to tackle economic stagnationGermans who continue in the labour market beyond retirement age will be able to earn up to €2,000 (£1,750) a month tax-free on top of their pension under a scheme aimed at boosting economic growth and labour force participation rates.The “Aktivrente”, or active pension scheme, due to come into force in January, was promised on the campaign trail by the chancellor, Friedrich Merz, before he came into office five months ago. Continue reading...

Economics

4 w. ago Wage growth slips back as jobless rate hits highest since 2021 – ONS

The ONS said there were signs of the jobs market downturn ‘levelling off’, with a rise in UK workers on payrolls, up 10,000 between July and August.

Events