Manufacturing output volumes fell in the three months to December, though at a slower pace than in November.

Business confidence increased to 47% in December, rising five points from last month and standing 10 points higher than the start of 2025, according to the latest Lloyds Business Barometer.

Among businesses already using AI, one third have reduced hiring of graduates or entry-level staff, although 62% say AI has had no impact on hiring so far.

Retail sales volumes fell at an accelerated rate in the year to December, extending a period of weakness that began in mid-2023.

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Firms across the private sector once again expect activity to fall in the next three months according to CBI Survey.

Family Business United has today announced the official launch of the Family Business Top 100 for 2026.

Bechtel announced it received a three-year extension from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to continue managing and operating the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Aldi is set to continue its expansion in Scotland, with plans to invest more than £43m over the next two years, opening two new stores in Bishopbriggs and Dumbarton in 2026.

Campaigning results in APR/BPR amendments by Government which is welcome but more needs to be done to support family firms.

Following a year of robust financial results and strategic investment, Arco - the UK and Ireland’s leading safety expert - is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability with the publication of its annual Sustainability Report.

Since 2010, the family owned nursery has been providing M&S customers with fresh, great quality poinsettias.

Award-winning Scottish hospitality operator, Buzzworks, has announced the acquisition of a North Berwick hotel, marking the company’s first move into accommodation as part of its ongoing expansion plans.

A Nottinghamshire wildlife rescue that cares for everything from mice to deer has received a £1,000 donation from The Wilkins Group, marking the final cheque in the company’s year-long ‘12 Months of Giving’ initiative.

With almost 40%1 of people in north Glasgow living with food insecurity, three local organisations are stepping in to do their bit to help families in the area.

A North Lancashire hotel’s cultural links with Portugal and the production of the country’s renowned Port wines has been brought alive through the modern refurbishment of its bar and lounge.

Aldi Scotland has invested £6,500 in seven local sports clubs across South Scotland as part of its annual Scottish Sport Fund initiative.

Holdsworth Foods are expanding their fleet of multi-temp vehicles with 16 new DAF vehicles.

Alan Boswell Group (ABG) are delighted to have been awarded the ‘Large Business of the Year’ at the Eastern Daily Press Business Awards 2025.