OpenGraph Image for BP shares drop as chair removed over 'bullying' claims

BP shares drop as chair removed over 'bullying' claims

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/bp-shares-drop-as-chair-removed-over-bullying-claims

Oil major BP's share price fell 4% on Tuesday the sudden removal of chairman Albert Manifold following "serious concerns" over his conduct and "bullying" claims.

OpenGraph Image for Wednesday, May 27, 2026: Today's business headlines

Wednesday, May 27, 2026: Today's business headlines

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/wednesday-may-27-2026-todays-business-headlines

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

OpenGraph Image for Chancellor tells ministers to ‘buy British’ in key sectors

Chancellor tells ministers to ‘buy British’ in key sectors

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/chancellor-tells-ministers-to-buy-british-in-key-sectors

Rachel Reeves has told cabinet ministers to prioritise British firms for government contracts in shipbuilding, steel, energy and AI, amid concerns too much public spending is going overseas.

OpenGraph Image for Labour lacks 'coherent plan' for country, says Blair

Labour lacks 'coherent plan' for country, says Blair

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/labour-lacks-coherent-plan-for-country-says-blair

Sir Tony Blair has accused Sir Keir Starmer's government of lacking a "coherent plan" for the country and pursuing policies that are holding back business.

OpenGraph Image for CBI research says green jobs contributing £10.2bn to Scottish economy

CBI research says green jobs contributing £10.2bn to Scottish economy

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/cbi-research-says-green-jobs-contributing-10-2bn-to-scottish-economy

Green energy and net zero-related industries are contributing £10.2billion to the Scottish economy and supporting over 105,000 jobs, according to CBI research.

OpenGraph Image for James Watt says new beer venture has 10,000 backers

James Watt says new beer venture has 10,000 backers

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/james-watt-says-new-beer-venture-has-10-000-backers

BrewDog founder James Watt says 10,000 people have signed up to his new beer brand as he prepares a comeback to the brewing industry with Second Best.

OpenGraph Image for EI aces flagship event with 25% increase for Judy Murray OBE address

EI aces flagship event with 25% increase for Judy Murray OBE address

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/ei-aces-flagship-event-with-25-increase-for-judy-murray-obe-address

The Energy Institute (EI) AHI Community has aced its flagship annual dinner, reporting 25% increase in attendance at this year’s sell-out event.

OpenGraph Image for Banchory charity benefits from bumper showhome furniture donation from Cala Homes

Banchory charity benefits from bumper showhome furniture donation from Cala Homes

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/banchory-charity-benefits-from-bumper-showhome-furniture-donation-from-cala-homes

Cala has donated furniture from former showhomes across Aberdeen to local social enterprise, Magpie.

OpenGraph Image for Meet Matt, the Air Liquide employee taking on Kilimanjaro to support Aberdeen Foyer

Meet Matt, the Air Liquide employee taking on Kilimanjaro to support Aberdeen Foyer

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/meet-matt-the-air-liquide-employee-taking-on-kilimanjaro-to-support-aberdeen-foyer

Aberdeen Foyer has announced that supporter Matt Thomson will take on the challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro this summer to raise funds for the charity’s work supporting vulnerable young people and adults across the North-east.

OpenGraph Image for Well-Safe Solutions launches Well Operatorship capability with new contract

Well-Safe Solutions launches Well Operatorship capability with new contract

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/well-safe-solutions-launches-well-operatorship-capability-with-new-contract

Well-Safe Solutions has been awarded a new contract to provide full well operatorship and asset execution for an un-named client in the UK North Sea, the contract marks a pivotal moment for Well-Safe Solutions in expanding the company’s service offerings - taking advantage of Tier 1 capabilities to provide fully integrated well lifecycle services.

New-look restaurant opens at Palm Court Hotel

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/new-look-restaurant-opens-at-palm-court-hotel

Palm Court Hotel officially unveiled its newly refurbished Bothy Restaurant & Bar, marking a new chapter for dining at the Aberdeen hotel.

OpenGraph Image for Amplus Energy appoints Gary Begg as HSEQ Manager

Amplus Energy appoints Gary Begg as HSEQ Manager

https://www.agcc.co.uk/news-article/amplus-energy-appoints-gary-begg-as-hseq-manager

Aberdeen-based FPSO operator Amplus Energy Services has strengthened its team with the appointment of Gary Begg as HSEQ Manager, as the company advances towards delivery of its flagship Kuda Tasi & Jahal project in Timor-Leste.