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UK law firms saw double-digit growth of revenues and profit for 2026 – with income expansion stable at 11-12%, while city firms saw profit steady at that same rate. Cost pressures are threatening that in the long-term, however, and firms are looking to artificial intelligence, as well as private equity investors, for answers. Read More
Acorn CCS funding cuts put Scotland’s Peterhead gas power station and net zero plans under scrutiny, raising questions over carbon capture’s future in Scotland. Read More
Scottish Water has secured its first Nature30 recognition for a large-scale woodland creation project in South Lanarkshire that is aimed at delivering long-term benefits for biodiversity and climate resilience. Read More
Future of key Scotland carbon capture project in doubt as UK Government and investors lose interest Read More
WTW has entered into an agreement with Sapien Software to provide new global HR and deal intelligence software and solutions. The alliance will benefit mid-market companies involved in divestitures, mergers and acquisitions. Read More
Haynes Boone has welcomed Linton Bloomberg as a partner in its London office. He brings a quarter-century of experience to the law firm’s restructuring practice. “Linton adds immediate depth to our restructuring bench,” said Kelli Norfleet, Haynes Boone’s restructuring chair. Read More
Global sustainability consultancy ERM has been appointed to a major onshore wind project in Mid-Wales. The firm will help Bute Energy with the development of the Lan Fawr Energy Park. The UK is a strong location for wind power in Europe. Read More
Debrett’s – a professional services group specialising in advisory, wealth management and investments – has announced the launch of a new debt advisory offering. The team will be headed up by Simon Sherliker, who joins the firm as head of debt advisory. Read More
A number of key provisions for the 2025 Employment Rights Act have come into force as of the end of October – and many employers will need to play catch up, if they are to avoid breaching the new rules. Read More
Green sea turtle believed to be the first recorded live in Scottish waters rescued from a North Uist beach after cold stunning and given specialist care Read More