OpenGraph Image for Openreach responds to council criticism over Castlegate works

Openreach responds to council criticism over Castlegate works

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/openreach-responds-to-council-criticism-over-castlegate-works

Openreach has spoken out following criticism from Aberdeen City Council of perceived delays to utility works beneath the Castlegate redevelopment site.

Market Watch: Halifax brand to be axed by Lloyds after 173 years

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/market-watch-halifax-brand-to-be-axed-by-lloyds-after-173-years

Lloyds Banking Group is considering plans to phase out the Halifax brand in a move that would see the bank disappear from the high street.

OpenGraph Image for Brexit row overshadows Burnham by-election bid

Brexit row overshadows Burnham by-election bid

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/brexit-row-overshadows-burnham-by-election-bid

Sir Keir Starmer has raised the prospect of Britain rejoining the EU in comments that could complicate Andy Burnham’s bid to return to Westminster in the Leave-supporting Makerfield by-election.

OpenGraph Image for Deeside Deli with Royal Warrant hits the market

Deeside Deli with Royal Warrant hits the market

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/deeside-deli-with-royal-warrant-hits-the-market

A Highland Aberdeenshire deli with a royal warrant to supply King Charles has hit the market for offers over £275,000.

OpenGraph Image for UK unemployment rises to 5% as vacancies fall and 100,000 jobs go in April

UK unemployment rises to 5% as vacancies fall and 100,000 jobs go in April

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/uk-unemployment-rises-to-5-as-vacancies-fall-and-100-000-jobs-go-in-april

Britain’s unemployment rate has unexpectedly risen as vacancies slumped to their lowest level for five years amid a sharp pull back in hiring across the under-pressure retail and hospitality sectors, according to new official figures.

Meet the Member: Rikki Evans, Alba Bagpipes

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/meet-the-member-rikki-evans-alba-bagpipes

CNOOC International renew MINDSET partnership

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/cnooc-international-renew-mindset-partnership

CNOOC International has committed £20,000 to AFCCT’s 12-week MINDSET programme, which delivers a proactive, practical and preventative approach to promoting mental wellbeing among young people aged 10–14.

Rising star, new waters: Abi Thompson joins the Film-Ocean team

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/rising-star-new-waters-abi-thompson-joins-the-film-ocean-team

Aberdeenshire-based Film-Ocean, a specialist provider of global subsea intervention services, has appointed Abi Thompson as Project Manager, further strengthening its operational team.

Somebody Cares Aberdeen becomes an accredited Real Living Wage employer

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/somebody-cares-aberdeen-becomes-an-accredited-real-living-wage-employer

Aberdeen-based charity Somebody Cares SCIO has been formally accredited as a Real Living Wage employer, committing to pay all staff a wage that reflects the true cost of living — a move the organisation says reflects its core values of dignity, community, and compassion for every person it serves and employs.

Pupils and staff enjoy muddy good day at Castle Fraser challenge

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/pupils-and-staff-enjoy-muddy-good-day-at-castle-fraser-challenge

Mud, marshes, forest trails and obstacle-filled fun awaited pupils, families and staff from St Margaret’s School for Girls as they took on the challenge of Really Muddy Aberdeen on Sunday, May 17, in a fantastic display of the school’s community spirit.

Devona Spa celebrates global recognition at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/devona-spa-celebrates-global-recognition-at-the-2026-haute-grandeur-global-excellence-awards-2

Devona Spa at Hilton Aberdeen TECA is proud to announce its outstanding success at the prestigious 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, achieving both global and national recognition across multiple categories.

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Early retirement dreams? Here’s how today’s market could make or break them

https://www.agcc.co.uk/blog-article/early-retirement-dreams-heres-how-todays-market-could-make-or-break-them

For many people the idea of retiring early is an aspiration. The challenge is working out if it’s realistic.