OpenGraph Image for Friday, May 30, 2025: Today's business headlines

Friday, May 30, 2025: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/friday-may-30-2025-todays-business-headlines

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

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Mattioli Woods merges with Kingswood to create £25bn wealth group

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/mattioli-woods-merges-with-kingswood-to-create-25bn-wealth-group

Wealth management companies Mattioli Woods and Kingswood Group have unveiled a merger, creating a new £25 billion UK wealth management group.

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Douglas Ross kicked out Holyrood Chamber during FMQs

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/douglas-ross-kicked-out-holyrood-chamber-during-fmqs

Former Tory leader Douglas Ross was kicked out of the Holyrood Chamber for refusing to follow rules and talking over John Swinney during First Minister's Questions.

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Market Watch: Trump tariffs to stay in place - for now

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-trump-tariffs-to-stay-in-place-for-now

The US appeals court has ruled Donald Trump's sweeping global trade tariffs can stay in place... for now.

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10 things to know about investing in whisky casks

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/10-tips-for-investing-in-a-scotch-whisky-cask

The popularity of Scotch whisky casks as an investment continues to soar, but in an unregulated market where there is no regulatory authority or code of conduct to govern those that operate within it, carrying out due diligence has never been so important.

Sarah Stuart

Natural justice and international litigation

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/natural-justice-and-international-litigation

International court judgments aren’t always enforceable in Scotland - especially if the individual or business affected wasn’t given a fair chance to respond. A recent case highlights what can happen when natural justice isn't properly observed.

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Annabelle Gow appointed member of Burnett & Reid LLP

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/annabelle-gow-appointed-member-of-burnett-reid-llp

Burnett & Reid is delighted to announce that Annabelle Gow will be appointed as a member of the LLP, effective 1st June 2025.

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Signal welcomes Richard Baron to growing team

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/signal-welcomes-richard-baron-to-growing-team

Signal is excited to welcome Richard Baron to its growing team. Richard brings over 15 years of experience as a filmmaker, photographer, and certified drone pilot.

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Aberdeen unites to beat cancer – A night of purpose, passion and community

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeen-unites-to-beat-cancer-a-night-of-purpose-passion-and-community

On Friday, 23rd May 2025, the business community of Aberdeen came together for an unforgettable night at The Chester Hotel, raising crucial funds in support of Cancer Research UK.

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SBP raise £6439 for Autism and Neurodiversity North Scotland

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/sbp-raise-6439-for-autism-and-neurodiversity-north-scotland

SBP Accountants & Business Advisers (SBP), a leading North-east accountancy firm, is proud to announce that they have raised a total of £6439 for Autism and Neurodiversity North Scotland (A-ND), their corporate charity partner for 2024.

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Job creation on the cards as organisational refresh sparks growth

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/job-creation-on-the-cards-as-organisational-refresh-sparks-growth

The Aberdeen office of a subsea and mechanical engineering specialist has announced that it intends to create jobs in the city as part of ambitious growth plans.

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NHS Grampian to host industry webinar

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/nhs-grampian-to-host-industry-webinar

Following recent outbreaks of gastrointestinal illnesses, linked back to animal cuddling/feeding experiences, NHS Grampian's Public Health team has organised a specialist webinar for local businesses.