Amy Macdonald was among the guests at the Ivy launch in 2019 (pic: DB Media Services) A new dining experience is coming to Glasgow, writes PAUL TRAINER Glasgow’s Buchanan Street may be losing The Ivy, but it is about to welcome a new name to Scotland’s hospitality sector. Harry’s Dolce Vita, which has a number […]
Murrays among Michelin’s latest winners
Sir Andy and Kim Murray at the Cromlix (pic: Cromlix) The tennis ace is enjoying more off-court success, writes PAUL TRAINER Sir Andy Murray’s fine dining restaurant has been recognised by Michelin after Cradle at Cromlix, near Dunblane, was named among the 22 restaurants across the UK and Ireland added to the September update. Cradle […]
Desperately seeking clarity on data centres
Should Scotland follow the English route on handling data centre consents, asks ALEX ORR The Scottish Government’s latest planning direction on data centres means planning authorities must notify Ministers of data centre applications of more than 50MW within seven days of validation. While recognising the strategic importance of data centres, the ruling should provide greater […]
Viewpoint: Russell Wardrop
CEO and co-founder, KWC Global What does the company do?Teaches professionals how to sell, lead and growwww.kwcglobal.com Where is it based?Glasgow Turnover:About £2 million Briefly outline your working day: I’m an early riser, usually up around 5am whether in Glasgow or London. Coffee first, then an hour of writing and looking at emails and what […]
Navigating the seed investment journey
There are some key factors to consider when raising external investment, say ROD HUTCHISON and MICHAEL LEITH So, you have a great business idea, you have gained some traction in the market and are ready to grow the business to the next stage. Many founders have the entrepreneurial spirit, work ethic and commercial acumen to […]