Game Theory Blog

Why great leaders think like strategists, not just bosses

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/why-great-leaders-think-like-strategists-not-just-bosses

Let’s set the scene. You walk into a meeting. Sharon from Operations is already eyeing the last biscuit. Legal wants more time, Finance wants less budget and you (poor you) just want alignment.

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Nathan Reid – regional fundraising officer

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/nathan-reid-regional-fundraising-officer

The Archie Foundation has welcomed Nathan Reid to the team as regional fundraising officer.

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Portsoy rocks helping to unlock understanding of the moon

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/portsoy-rocks-helping-to-unlock-understanding-of-the-moon

Rocks from an Aberdeenshire coastal village are helping scientists to develop equipment which could enable astronauts to investigate the surface of the moon.

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Meet the Member: Alan Thorpe, ONE SeedPod

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/meet-the-member-alan-thorpe-one-seedpod
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Police launch probe as copper cable thieves target Aberdeenshire wind farms

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/police-launch-probe-as-copper-cable-thieves-target-aberdeenshire-wind-farms

Police in Aberdeenshire are investigating after thieves stole copper wiring from wind farms in Stonehaven and Laurencekirk.

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Chamber challenges “deeply flawed” ministerial claims on North Sea oil and gas

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/chamber-challenges-deeply-flawed-ministerial-claims-on-north-sea-oil-and-gas

The UK Government is being urged to clarify its stance on domestic energy production after Energy Minister Michael Shanks claimed there was no “material difference” between oil and gas imports and production from the North Sea.

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Monday, July 7, 2025: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/monday-july-7-2025-todays-business-headlines

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

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North-east marks 37th anniversary of Piper Alpha disaster

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/north-east-marks-37th-anniversary-of-piper-alpha-disaster

The North-east has marked the 37th anniversary of the Piper Alpha disaster, in which 167 men lost their lives.

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Company in running for second industry award as appointment underlines people commitment

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/company-in-running-for-second-industry-award-as-appointment-underlines-people-commitment

Leading independent Aberdeen-based chartered accountancy firm Hall Morrice is hoping to continue its winning ways after being named as a finalist in a prestigious national award scheme.

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Labour ‘willing to explore’ wealth tax

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/labour-willing-to-explore-wealth-tax

Labour should be “willing to explore” bringing in a new wealth tax on those with substantial fortunes, Lord Kinnock has suggested.

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Market Watch: Trump tees up tariff announcements

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-trump-tees-up-tariff-announcements

Donald Trump is poised to announce tariff deals with, and letters to, multiple countries around the globe later today.

Callum Sutherland

Do I need a mortgage offer?

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/do-i-need-a-mortgage-offer

Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you’ll make, and if you’re navigating the Scottish property market, there are some key differences to be aware of – especially when it comes to making an offer.