Stagecoach bus services across west of Scotland to stop in May as pay dispute escalates
Strike action will now take place over a series of days including the 2nd, 6th, 9th, 12th, 16th, 19th, and 23rd of May.
Dougall Baillie Associates marks 40 years with 10% growth in revenue and staff
Fergus Adams said: “As we celebrate 40 years in business, I’m proud to say our commitment to excellence continues to shine through."
Employment confidence grows in Scotland as tax burdens remain, survey reveals
The annual IoD State of the Nation Directors survey asked cross-sector leaders for their views on a range of issues and opportunities across the business landscape.
Two-thirds of ethnic minority doctors in Scotland witness racism at work, BMA finds
The survey revealed that 64% of non-white doctors have either experienced (41%) or witnessed (23%) racist incidents.
Scotland’s public sector workforce and pay grow faster than rest of UK, research reveals
Public sector employment in Scotland has increased by 56,000 since 2017.
Unite secures recognition agreement for security workers at Sullom Voe terminal
The recognition agreement covers around 20 workers providing security services on site for EnQuest.
FSB Scotland launches largest-ever survey to understand small business challenges
FSB Scotland has launched the Big Small Business Survey, its largest-ever research project, inviting small enterprises to share their challenges, ambitions, and barriers to growth.
Deputy Prime Minister pledges to make work pay in Scotland with new Employment Rights Bill
The Deputy Prime Minister has pledged to make work pay in Scotland through the UK Government’s Employment Rights Bill, which aims to improve workers’ rights and tackle insecure work.
Police staff in Scotland agree to 4.75% pay increase in 2024-25 deal
Staff on pay grades three, two, and one will receive increases ranging from 5% to 16.34%.
Scottish staff crying out for re-training, but employers aren’t listening
Scottish workers are asking for more training and development to improve their productivity, but employers aren’t providing sufficient support, according to new data from recruitment firm Robert Half.
Four in 10 unpaid carers lack confidence in future employability
A new report by Carers Scotland reveals that four in ten unpaid carers in Scotland lack confidence in their future employability, highlighting barriers such as 'carer discrimination' and the lack of flexible working options.
Argent Energy to close Scottish biodiesel plant, risking 75 jobs
Unite calls for Scottish government action as Argent Energy plans to close its Newarthill biodiesel plant by the end of May, putting 75 jobs at risk and challenging Scotland's green jobs strategy.
