OpenGraph Image for CASC announces closure of city pub - blaming 'utterly ridiculous' bus gates and LEZ

CASC announces closure of city pub - blaming 'utterly ridiculous' bus gates and LEZ

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/casc-announces-closure-of-city-pub-blaming-utterly-ridiculous-bus-gates-and-lez

A popular city centre bar has announced it is closing down - blaming the “utterly ridiculous” bus gates and LEZ turning the city centre into a “no-go zone”.

OpenGraph Image for Monday, December 16, 2024: Today's business headlines

Monday, December 16, 2024: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/monday-december-16-2024-todays-business-headlines

Here are the business stories making the headlines across Scotland and the UK this morning.

OpenGraph Image for ASCO invests in energy transition with multi-million-pound fleet upgrade programme

ASCO invests in energy transition with multi-million-pound fleet upgrade programme

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/asco-invests-in-energy-transition-with-multi-million-pound-fleet-upgrade-programme

ASCO, a global leader in logistics and materials management services for the energy sector, is reaffirming its commitment to shaping the energy future in the UK.

OpenGraph Image for PD&MS to create 200 new jobs after multi-million-pound contract win

PD&MS to create 200 new jobs after multi-million-pound contract win

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/pd-ms-to-create-200-new-jobs-after-multi-million-pound-contract-win

Aberdeen-based PD&MS has announced it is to create 200 new jobs after securing a multi-million-pound contract to maintain one of the UK's most important oil and gas pipelines.

OpenGraph Image for Pubs in crisis as Guinness shortage comes to a head

Pubs in crisis as Guinness shortage comes to a head

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/pubs-in-crisis-as-guinness-shortage-comes-to-a-head

An unprecedented rise in Guinness sales has caused a shortage of the popular Irish stout in the run up to the festive period.

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Scottish businesses now trust SNP more than Labour

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/scottish-businesses-now-trust-snp-more-than-labour

A new poll has found the SNP is becoming increasingly trusted by businesses in Scotland whilst support for Labour is dwindling.

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Christmas caution seeking mental health support

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/christmas-caution-seeking-mental-health-support

Integrity HSE has issued a reminder to employers that not all employees will welcome the festive season.

OpenGraph Image for Easing cost pressures support high confidence for 2025 among Scotland’s private firms

Easing cost pressures support high confidence for 2025 among Scotland’s private firms

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/easing-cost-pressures-support-high-confidence-for-2025-among-scotlands-private-firms

Nine in 10 (90%) privately owned Scottish firms feel optimistic about their growth prospects as they head into 2025, according to KPMG UK’s Private Enterprise Barometer.

OpenGraph Image for Jera IT receives recognition for abundance in business from ActionCOACH UK

Jera IT receives recognition for abundance in business from ActionCOACH UK

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/jera-it-receives-recognition-for-abundance-in-business-from-actioncoach-uk

Jera IT is thrilled to announce that it has received an award in recognition from ActionCOACH UK for its outstanding contribution to "abundance in business".

OpenGraph Image for Vårgrønn and Flotation Energy award FEED contracts, advancing pioneering Green Volt floating wind project

Vårgrønn and Flotation Energy award FEED contracts, advancing pioneering Green Volt floating wind project

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/vårgrønn-and-flotation-energy-award-feed-contracts-advancing-pioneering-green-volt-floating-wind-project

The pioneering floating offshore windfarm Green Volt, based off the North-east coast of Scotland, has awarded front-end engineering and design (FEED) Phase 1 contracts to two sets of leading engineering companies.

OpenGraph Image for Aker Solutions earns Aker BP M&M extension

Aker Solutions earns Aker BP M&M extension

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aker-solutions-earns-aker-bp-m-m-extension

Aker Solutions has signed a sizeable1 two-year contract extension for maintenance and modifications work for Aker BP.

OpenGraph Image for North Sea stalwart shares advice with the next generation after marking his 80th birthday

North Sea stalwart shares advice with the next generation after marking his 80th birthday

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/north-sea-stalwart-shares-advice-with-the-next-generation-after-marking-his-80th-birthday

When Frank Donn blew out the candles to mark his 80th birthday, you could be forgiven for expecting the veteran North Sea trawlerman to be looking forward to enjoying a quiet life.