OpenGraph Image for University of Aberdeen-led research reveals UK and Ireland ‘postcode lottery’ for second trimester baby loss

University of Aberdeen-led research reveals UK and Ireland ‘postcode lottery’ for second trimester baby loss

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/university-of-aberdeen-led-research-reveals-uk-and-ireland-postcode-lottery-for-second-trimester-baby-loss

The care that women receive following a miscarriage during the second trimester of pregnancy varies according to where in the UK and Ireland the woman is treated, new research shows.

OpenGraph Image for Thursday, February 5, 2026: Today's business headlines

Thursday, February 5, 2026: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/thursday-february-5-2026-todays-business-headlines

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

OpenGraph Image for Ithaca reveals 2025 Rosebank spend as FPSO sail away imminent

Ithaca reveals 2025 Rosebank spend as FPSO sail away imminent

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/ithaca-reveals-2025-rosebank-spend-as-fpso-sail-away-imminent

Ithaca Energy has this morning announced its 2025 Rosebank spending amounted to an estimated $224million (£164.42million) as the FPSO is set to move into the North Sea this quarter.

OpenGraph Image for Market Watch: Bank of England set to hold interest rates at 3.75%

Market Watch: Bank of England set to hold interest rates at 3.75%

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-bank-of-england-set-to-hold-interest-rates-at-3-75

The Bank of England is widely expected to hold interest rates at 3.75% as inflation remains above target

OpenGraph Image for Starmer's future in jeopardy after latest Mandelson-Epstein admission

Starmer's future in jeopardy after latest Mandelson-Epstein admission

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/could-starmer-be-waving-goodbye-after-mandelson-epstein-admission

Sir Keir Starmer's future as prime minister is hanging in the balance after he admitted he was warned about Lord Mandelson's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein before making him US ambassador.

OpenGraph Image for Union Street vacancy rises as expert warns about lack of city centre strategy

Union Street vacancy rises as expert warns about lack of city centre strategy

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/union-street-vacancy-rises-as-expert-warns-of-lack-of-city-centre-strategy

Vacancy levels on Aberdeen’s Union Street are rising again according to property firm FG Burnett, which has flagged concerns about the city’s wider approach to regeneration.

OpenGraph Image for Shell boss to become one of FTSE’s best paid

Shell boss to become one of FTSE’s best paid

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/shell-boss-to-become-one-of-ftses-best-paid

Shell’s chief executive Wael Sawan is on course to become one of the best-paid bosses on the London Stock Exchange.

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Why private GP clinics are losing enquiries before patients ever get in touch

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/why-private-gp-clinics-are-losing-enquiries-before-patients-ever-get-in-touch

Private healthcare is built on one thing above all else: trust.

Mirja Barton

Received a letter from HMRC about AML?

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/received-a-letter-from-hmrc-about-aml

Receiving a letter from HMRC suggesting you should check if you need to register for money laundering supervision and pointing out that it is a criminal offence to trade as an estate agent without being registered can feel unsettling.

OpenGraph Image for AMS Accountants Group strengthens payroll leadership with key partner appointment as Aberdeen HQ drives growth

AMS Accountants Group strengthens payroll leadership with key partner appointment as Aberdeen HQ drives growth

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/ams-accountants-group-strengthens-payroll-leadership-with-key-partner-appointment-as-aberdeen-hq-drives-growth

AMS Accountants Group has strengthened its payroll and employment tax offering with the appointment of payroll specialist Michael McAllister as partner and head of payroll and employment taxes (UK), as the firm continues to expand in Scotland from its Aberdeen headquarters.

OpenGraph Image for Pinsent Masons launches in Poland

Pinsent Masons launches in Poland

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/pinsent-masons-launches-in-poland

Multinational law firm Pinsent Masons is expanding its European footprint into Poland, announcing plans to open in Warsaw in mid-2026.

OpenGraph Image for Oldmachar Academy students enjoy a riverside adventure with the River Dee Trust

Oldmachar Academy students enjoy a riverside adventure with the River Dee Trust

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/oldmachar-academy-students-enjoy-a-riverside-adventure-with-the-river-dee-trust

A group of 21 pupils from Oldmachar Academy took advantage of a welcome break in the winter weather on 15 January joining the River Dee Trust for a hands-on volunteering day as part of their Duke of Edinburgh Awards.