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Major SNP Government call on historic Scottish shipyard can launch good chapter

Major SNP Government call on historic Scottish shipyard can launch good chapter

Given what is at stake, it would be great to see everyone get behind Ferguson Marine or at least recognise the importance of having this shipbuilding...

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Even naysayers should welcome big SNP Government call on Ferguson Marine

Even naysayers should welcome big SNP Government call on Ferguson Marine

It was great to hear this week of the Scottish Government's proposed award of major work to the Ferguson Marine shipyard in Port Glasgow, writes...

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Why owner of family firm making Scottish delicacy is shining example for bosses

Why owner of family firm making Scottish delicacy is shining example for bosses

There was one particularly striking point, among many, in the responses of the owner of an award-winning Scottish family business which makes a...

04.03.2026 10

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A big surprise for those doomsayers on Scotland?

A big surprise for those doomsayers on Scotland?

The doomsayers on Scotland may have got a big surprise last week, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. Given the doomsaying that seems to be an...

02.03.2026 9

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Pathetic attitude to Scottish National Investment Bank misses whole point

Pathetic attitude to Scottish National Investment Bank misses whole point

The attitude of some people to the Scottish National Investment Bank misses the whole point, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. There has been lots...

27.02.2026 8

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Why departure of Scottish airport chief came as such a surprise

News of the departure of Edinburgh Airport chief executive Gordon Dewar came as such a surprise last week, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. It...

25.02.2026 8

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Two Scottish airports hit headlines in perhaps unexpected ways

Two Scottish airports have hit the headlines in perhaps unexpected ways in the last week. Business Editor Ian McConnell takes a look at these...

23.02.2026 20

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Business guru’s welcome take on Scottish airport shows others on to plums

There has been much tiresome moaning over the Scottish Government's rescue of Prestwick Airport, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. While this...

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Airlines and holiday companies good news could bode well for Scotland

There has been a flurry of good news from airlines and holiday companies in the last few weeks as the post-pandemic tailwind for the overseas travel...

18.02.2026 50

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UK Government urged to 'get to grips with threat' as Scottish drama intensifies

The UK Government has been urged to 'get to grips with the threat' as the drama has intensified in a key sector in which Scotland has a...

16.02.2026 40

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Unwanted drama for major Scottish company just goes on and on

The unwanted drama just goes on and on for a major Scottish company facing another attempt to oust its board, writes Ian McConnell. And the industry...

13.02.2026 9

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Exciting news on major routes for Scottish airport

There has been some exciting news on two key routes for Glasgow Airport , writes Business Editor Ian McConnell . Things certainly appear to...

12.02.2026 10

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Positive stories and expansion plans from two popular Scottish restaurant groups

Two major Scottish restaurant operators have positive stories to tell, in spite of the undoubted pressures on the hospitality sector, writes Ian...

10.02.2026 10

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How about putting actual Brexit truths on a bus now tub-thumping has died down?

Labour's "red lines" are enabling the enormous economic damage from Brexit to continue, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. The solution is a...

07.02.2026 20

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Exciting story of Scottish restaurant group as it embarks on latest chapter

The Glasgow-based restaurant group behind Di Maggio's and Café Andaluz , and now also Paesano and Sugo , has had quite the journey, writes Ian...

05.02.2026 30

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Glasgow Airport chief's major revelations on new flights

Glasgow Airport's chief was in ebullient form last week as he revealed talks with airlines about new flights to various destinations around the...

03.02.2026 5

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Boss of Scottish airport with spring in step declares: 'Loved it'

There seems to be much to look forward to on the future flight path of Glasgow Airport , writes Business Editor Ian McConnell . He observes...

31.01.2026 6

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Huge new flights boost for Scottish airport

The Scottish airport has been propelled higher by a host of new flights and routes, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. This has enabled it to...

29.01.2026 9

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Shadow cast over sector with proud history and strong presence in Scotland

A high turnout of the investment trust's shareholders enabled a widespread sigh of relief but Boaz Weinstein's Saba Capital Management continues to...

27.01.2026 10

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Scottish company sees off attempt to oust board but what on earth happens now?

Saba continues to cast a very long and broad shadow over the UK investment trust sector. It is far from clear how things will shape up from here. One...

24.01.2026 3

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Glasgow and Edinburgh airports celebrate new flight wins

Scotland’s two biggest airports are celebrating new flight wins in 2026, at the start of what promises to be an exciting year, writes Business...

22.01.2026 20

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Remarkable twist in the tale of Scottish Budget

There was a remarkable twist in the tale of the Scottish Budget , Business Editor Ian McConnell observes. And the board of Edinburgh...

20.01.2026 10

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'Aggressive minority' warning as crunch vote looms at Scottish company

There has been a huge wave of support for the Scottish company , as the US hedge fund's shadow falls over the sector, writes Business Editor Ian...

17.01.2026 8

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No-nonsense visionary with dry humour who built a great Scottish family business

Douglas Anderson, whose sudden passing was announced last week by family-owned plant and tool hire company  GAP Group, was a truly inspiring...

15.01.2026 9

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Another test looms for Scottish Government relationship with business

The Scottish Government's relationship with business has been in focus, writes Ian McConnell . This relationship faces another test this week ,...

13.01.2026 20

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Battle for control of Scottish company rages as crunch vote looms

The battle for control of the Scottish investment trust is raging as a crunch vote looms, writes Ian McConnell. The attempt to oust the board of...

10.01.2026 40

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Striking view on major shift in Scottish Government relationship with business

One senior business figure has highlighted a significant shift in the relationship between the Scottish Government and business, with some...

08.01.2026 5

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New flights joy for Scotland’s airports

Scotland's airports have enjoyed major new flights wins . Business Editor Ian McConnell reflects on the successes of Edinburgh , Glasgow ...

06.01.2026 7

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Brexit common sense a victim of political fears after Erasmus+ revelation

Brexit common sense remains a victim of political fears, says Business Editor Ian McConnell . He writes: “We must continue to hope that...

03.01.2026 10

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Dare we dream of better times for famous Scottish city thoroughfare?

There has been much negative said about Glasgow's Sauchiehall Street in recent times. Business Editor Ian McConnell highlights the 'good chance'...

30.12.2025 20

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Major new flights wins for key Scottish airport after long spell in the doldrums

The new flights wins are a major boost for the Scottish airport, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. And a situation which would have been...

25.12.2025 10

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Scottish airport's success highlights importance of ignoring yapping

The success of the airport highlights the importance of ignoring yapping from those who do not see the big picture - who are often unable to see...

23.12.2025 6

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This vainglorious fawning is irritating as Brexit wreaks its damage

The vainglorious fawning over piffling benefits is irritating as Brexit wreaks its damage, writes Business Ian McConnell . He says it is high...

20.12.2025 7

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Another major win for Scottish airport which has enjoyed string of successes

Prestwick Airport is celebrating another win, after major success in attracting new flights, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. And the...

18.12.2025 10

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Why Center Parcs win is so important for this part of Scotland

A 'fair smattering of positives' in the last week are highlighted by Business Editor Ian McConnell . These include Center Parcs' big plans for...

16.12.2025 20

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So why are rises in air fares and prices for overseas holidays good news?

Major players have been reporting rises in the prices of overseas holidays and air fares . Business Editor Ian McConnell reflects on why this...

13.12.2025 4

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The very real impact of Center Parcs’ giant Scottish development

Center Parcs' plans for its first holiday village in Scotland have been very much in focus this week. Business Editor Ian McConnell assesses the...

11.12.2025 5

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Labour's intransigence on Brexit really beggars belief as Reeves points finger

Labour's continuing refusal to do anything meaningful to reverse the terrible and ongoing damage to the UK economy from the Conservatives’ hard...

02.12.2025 9

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New Scotland flights boost for airport as airline flies high

The airline has delivered a major boost for the Scottish airport , basing a seventh aircraft there and launching four new routes, writes Business...

29.11.2025 6

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There is a way out of this mire for desperate Labour and it is all about Brexit

The Labour Government has seemed somewhat desperate as it has scrabbled around for ways to meet its fiscal rules ahead of the Budget today, writes...

27.11.2025 7

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Good news for Scotland's airports and flights keeps on coming

The good news for Scotland's airports just keeps on coming, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. Glasgow, Edinburgh and Prestwick airports have...

25.11.2025 9

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At last, good news for Glasgow Airport on transatlantic flights

Glasgow Airport has had the rebuilding of transatlantic connectivity firmly on its radar for a long time, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell . ...

22.11.2025 7

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Exciting prospect as Scottish airport with proud history awaits government call

Prestwick Airport is looking to a bright future which hopefully even those who moaned for so long about its rescue might cheer, writes Business...

20.11.2025 9

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Airline reveals plans for new Scottish flights

It is good to hear of the major airline's plans for new Scottish flights , writes Business Editor Ian McConnell, who says this is good news for...

18.11.2025 6

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So far, so great. So what now for 'beating heart' of city?

The Scottish Event Campus has achieved a huge deal during its first 40 years, writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. However, a warning from its...

15.11.2025 6

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Airline which proved sceptics totally wrong eyes more Scottish flights

There was much scepticism around the airline's plans when it launched. As the airline signals ambitions to add more flights in Scotland ,...

13.11.2025 6

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What is happening on Arran offers some brightness amid the gloom

With worries about the impending UK Budget having been to the fore during the past week, it is important to focus on the positives, writes Business...

11.11.2025 9

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Arran today: How Scotland’s ‘mini island’ has changed so much since that Elvis summer

Arran is a wonderful island and it has something major going for it as it aims to overcome the challenges of recent times, writes Business Editor Ian...

08.11.2025 10

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Let us celebrate Scotland's success, please

While there is no shortage of people who for political reasons seem to delight in focusing on the negatives when it comes to Scotland, it is surely...

06.11.2025 8

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Great to see airport with rich history enjoying such new flights success

It would be difficult to overstate the importance of Prestwick Airport's success , writes Business Editor Ian McConnell. Passing Prestwick...

28.10.2025 5

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