OpenGraph Image for AKR Fitness named education sponsor for Aberdeen Health & Wellbeing Festival

AKR Fitness named education sponsor for Aberdeen Health & Wellbeing Festival

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/akr-fitness-named-education-sponsor-for-aberdeen-health-wellbeing-festival

AKR Fitness has been announced as the Education Sponsor for the Aberdeen Health & Wellbeing Festival, returning to the Beach Ballroom on January 10, 2026 for its fifth year.

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The Proclaimers return in 2026 with highly anticipated tour

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/the-proclaimers-return-in-2026-with-highly-anticipated-tour

2026 will see The Proclaimers return with a new album recorded in the spring and back out live from early summer including Aberdeen’s P&J Live on Saturday 19th December 2026.

OpenGraph Image for More local supply chain jobs supported as Balfour Beatty opens Kirriemuir depot to support SSEN Transmission’s investment plans

More local supply chain jobs supported as Balfour Beatty opens Kirriemuir depot to support SSEN Transmission’s investment plans

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/more-local-supply-chain-jobs-supported-as-balfour-beatty-opens-kirriemuir-depot-to-support-ssen-transmissions-investment-plans

One of SSEN Transmission’s key contractors for the delivery of its electricity transmission infrastructure investment programme, Balfour Beatty, has opened a new operational depot in Kirriemuir, Angus, supporting up to 70 local jobs. 

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Final days to enter TrustFord’s “Win a Puma” competition

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/final-days-to-enter-trustfords-win-a-puma-competition

TrustFord is urging customers to act fast, as the clock is ticking on its exciting “Win a Puma” prize draw.

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Chamber members join forces as SYT Coaching features on SZN Media podcast

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/chamber-members-join-forces-as-syt-coaching-features-on-szn-media-podcast

Two Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce members have joined forces after first meeting at the Chamber’s Maximise Your Membership event. SYT Coaching and Development Ltd and SZN Media recently completed a collaborative project that combined workplace coaching with digital media expertise.

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Growing Great Minds: The importance of high quality early years education

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/growing-great-minds-the-importance-of-high-quality-early-years-education

The early years are a crucial time in a child’s development, shaping the foundation for lifelong learning, curiosity, and resilience. As educators, we are facilitators of learning, guiding young minds through rich and engaging experiences that spark their natural inquisitiveness about the world.

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Laura Mearns appointed a director of Scottish association of landlords

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/laura-mearns-appointed-a-director-of-scottish-association-of-landlords

Laura Mearns, Managing Director and owner of Aberdeen-based lettings and estate agency Northwood North East, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL), the leading voice for Scotland’s private rented sector.

OpenGraph Image for Tuesday, November 25, 2025: Today's business headlines

Tuesday, November 25, 2025: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/tuesday-november-25-2025-todays-business-headlines

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

OpenGraph Image for Swinney urges Chancellor to scrap windfall tax and halt North Sea decline

Swinney urges Chancellor to scrap windfall tax and halt North Sea decline

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/swinney-urges-chancellor-to-scrap-windfall-tax-and-halt-north-sea-decline

First Minister John Swinney has issued a final appeal to the UK Government ahead of tomorrow’s Budget, warning that the windfall tax is “costing jobs and driving a more rapid decline in the North Sea.”

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'I never directly racially abused anyone,' says Farage

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/i-never-directly-racially-abused-anyone-says-farage

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has denied ever racially abusing anyone, following allegations from 20 former classmates.

OpenGraph Image for Parkmead posts “exceptional” year as profits surge 49%

Parkmead posts “exceptional” year as profits surge 49%

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/parkmead-posts-exceptional-year-as-profits-surge-49

Parkmead Group has reported a “transformative year” of growth, with profit after tax up 49% to £7.35million and cash reserves rising to £13.2million.

OpenGraph Image for Revolut hits £57bn valuation under Martin Gilbert’s chairmanship

Revolut hits £57bn valuation under Martin Gilbert’s chairmanship

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/revolut-hits-57bn-valuation-under-martin-gilberts-chairmanship

Fintech giant Revolut — chaired by Aberdeen dealmaker Martin Gilbert — has completed a major secondary share sale valuing the company at £57billion, putting it ahead of Barclays, Deutsche Bank and NatWest.