OpenGraph Image for Friday, February 6, 2026: Today's business headlines

Friday, February 6, 2026: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/friday-february-6-2026-todays-business-headlines

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

OpenGraph Image for Market Watch: Quiz Clothing enters administration for third time

Market Watch: Quiz Clothing enters administration for third time

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-quiz-clothing-enters-administrations-for-third-time

Quiz Clothing has entered administration for the third time in six years, with 109 jobs in Scotland lost.

OpenGraph Image for In Politics Today: Rayner ‘ready’ as Starmer faces growing Labour revolt

In Politics Today: Rayner ‘ready’ as Starmer faces growing Labour revolt

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/in-politics-today-rayner-ready-as-starmer-faces-growing-labour-revolt

Former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has told friends she is “ready” to launch a Labour leadership campaign, as pressure intensifies on Sir Keir Starmer following the Peter Mandelson ambassadorial scandal.

OpenGraph Image for £20bn grid upgrades hit by fresh setback days after Stonehaven substation refused

£20bn grid upgrades hit by fresh setback days after Stonehaven substation refused

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/20bn-grid-upgrades-hit-by-fresh-setback-days-after-stonehaven-substation-refused

Critical upgrades to the North and North-east's energy grid have hit another hurdle after the Highland Council refused planning permission for Fanellan substation near Beauly.

OpenGraph Image for Thainstone Events launch festive line up for 2026

Thainstone Events launch festive line up for 2026

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/thainstone-events-launch-festive-line-up-for-2026

Thainstone Events, a division of ANM Group, has announced the launch of its 2026 festive events programme, once again delivered in partnership with Harry Fraser Catering Services.

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The voice of the child in Scottish courts

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/the-voice-of-the-child-in-scottish-courts

For decades in Scotland’s family law system, the “voice of the child” – the views, wishes and feelings of children affected by parental disputes has been acknowledged as an important factor in deciding what’s best for the child.

OpenGraph Image for Wood appoints new vice president of account management for Shell

Wood appoints new vice president of account management for Shell

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/wood-appoints-new-vice-president-of-account-management-for-shell

Wood has appointed Craig Melville as vice president of account management for its global Shell account.

OpenGraph Image for AMT Intercargo adds to its operations team

AMT Intercargo adds to its operations team

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/amt-intercargo-adds-to-its-operations-team

AMT Intercargo is delighted to welcome Ryan Strachan to its Aberdeen office, where he has joined the operations team.

OpenGraph Image for Fierce Beer promotions signals continues growth

Fierce Beer promotions signals continues growth

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/fierce-beer-promotions-signals-continues-growth

Fierce beer is delighted to announce a series of promotions that reflect the brewery's ongoing investment in its workforce.

Dr Julie and Jamie Laing announced as first speakers for Ultimate Masterclass Festival 2026

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/dr-julie-and-jamie-laing-announced-as-first-speakers-for-ultimate-masterclass-festival-2026

Aberdeen’s Ultimate Masterclass Festival (UMF) has unveiled the first two speakers for its 2026 programme, welcoming internationally acclaimed psychologist Dr Julie Smith and entrepreneur-broadcaster Jamie Laing to the city.

OpenGraph Image for Feel-good Valentine's vibes at a SAMH silent disco with a cultural twist

Feel-good Valentine's vibes at a SAMH silent disco with a cultural twist

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/feel-good-valentines-vibes-at-a-samh-silent-disco-with-a-cultural-twist

This Valentine's Day, Aberdeen Art Gallery will be transformed into an immersive silent disco experience, all in support of SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health).

OpenGraph Image for Aberdeen sets a new standard for inclusive cultural experiences with accessible Spectra Festival 2026

Aberdeen sets a new standard for inclusive cultural experiences with accessible Spectra Festival 2026

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/aberdeen-sets-a-new-standard-for-inclusive-cultural-experiences-with-accessible-spectra-festival-2026

Aberdeen is preparing to welcome tens of thousands of residents and visitors as Spectra – Scotland’s Festival of Light returns from 5–8 February 2026.