OpenGraph Image for Friday, October 17, 2025: Today's business headlines

Friday, October 17, 2025: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/friday-october-17-2025-todays-business-headlines

Betting firm Paddy Power is to close 57 shops across the UK and Republic of Ireland, after a review of its high street estate.

OpenGraph Image for Fresh details on stunning Flint market plans as project progresses

Fresh details on stunning Flint market plans as project progresses

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/fresh-details-on-stunning-flint-market-plans-as-project-progresses

Aberdeen's new city centre market - Flint - is starting to take shape as new blueprints revealing fresh details about the major project.

OpenGraph Image for Greene King boss warns of Deliveroo and cafe threat to industry

Greene King boss warns of Deliveroo and cafe threat to industry

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/greene-king-boss-warns-of-deliveroo-and-cafe-threat-to-industry

Deliveroo and cafes are a growing threat to pubs, the CEO of Greene King has warned.

OpenGraph Image for Market Watch: New Nestle boss announces 16,000 job cuts

Market Watch: New Nestle boss announces 16,000 job cuts

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-new-nestle-boss-announces-16-000-job-cuts

The new CEO of Nestle has announced plans to axe 16,000 jobs globally in a bid to save £2.8billion.

OpenGraph Image for SNP ditches hardline opposition to Rosebank in subtle policy shift

SNP ditches hardline opposition to Rosebank in subtle policy shift

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/snp-ditches-hardline-opposition-to-rosebank-in-subtle-policy-shift

The SNP Scottish Government has quietly dropped its hardline opposition to the development of the Rosebank oil field – in a move that signals a pragmatic recalibration in its approach under John Swinney’s leadership.

OpenGraph Image for Petrofac restructuring results in no residual value being retained by existing shareholders

Petrofac restructuring results in no residual value being retained by existing shareholders

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/petrofac-restructuring-results-in-no-residual-value-being-retained-by-existing-shareholders

Energy services firm Petrofac faces a major blow after the UK Court of Appeal overturned its restructuring plan, ruling that it unfairly allocated too much value to new investors and left existing shareholders effectively wiped out.

OpenGraph Image for Reeves plans ‘targeted action’ on bills, but MPs hear warnings of deeper pressures

Reeves plans ‘targeted action’ on bills, but MPs hear warnings of deeper pressures

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/reeves-plans-targeted-action-on-bills-but-mps-hear-warnings-of-deeper-pressures

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will use next month’s Autumn Budget to unveil “targeted action” aimed at easing household bills, with energy costs a key focus.

OpenGraph Image for OEUK shows how to boost UK economy by £137billion and safeguard 160,000 jobs

OEUK shows how to boost UK economy by £137billion and safeguard 160,000 jobs

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/oeuk-shows-how-to-boost-uk-economy-by-137billion-and-safeguard-160-000-jobs

Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) has set out plans to deliver a £137billion economic boost and safeguard 160,000 jobs, calling on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to use next month’s Budget to reform the windfall tax.

OpenGraph Image for EIC WESCAs North & Central America: Regional winners named as EIC Houston marks 30 years

EIC WESCAs North & Central America: Regional winners named as EIC Houston marks 30 years

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/eic-wescas-north-central-america-regional-winners-named-as-eic-houston-marks-30-years

The Energy Industries Council (EIC) hosted its 30th Anniversary and World Energy Supply Chain Awards (WESCAs) Regional Gala in Houston last week, recognising delivery and leadership across the energy supply chain and welcoming new EIC Global Ambassadors from the North America region.

OpenGraph Image for Aberdeen Science Centre invites businesses to help shape the second year of its VR Experience

Aberdeen Science Centre invites businesses to help shape the second year of its VR Experience

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeen-science-centre-invites-businesses-to-help-shape-the-second-year-of-its-vr-experience

On Thursday, 30th October, from 2pm – 3pm, Aberdeen Science Centre is inviting businesses to an exclusive event focused on the next phase of the VR Experience, an ambitious initiative bringing immersive, hands-on STEM learning to life.

OpenGraph Image for University of Aberdeen Careers Fairs success

University of Aberdeen Careers Fairs success

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/university-of-aberdeen-careers-fairs-success

Throughout September and October, the University of Aberdeen ran four Careers Fairs which were attended by over 2,000 students and 134 exhibitors.

OpenGraph Image for Stop demonising fishing industry, SFF chief tells eNGOS

Stop demonising fishing industry, SFF chief tells eNGOS

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/stop-demonising-fishing-industry-sff-chief-tells-engos

The leader of Scotland’s largest fisheries organisation last night urged environmental lobbyists to stop demonising the industry.