Business News Round Up (19/03/19)
Blueprint pinpoints weaknesses in Scottish growth
A new report suggests Scotland needs to address eight core issues if it is to keep pace with competitor nations.
https://dailybusinessgroup.co.uk/2019/03/blueprint-pinpoints-weaknesses-in-scottish-growth/
House prices fall in London while North West and Scotland thrive
The property market in the North West and Scotland has seen growth while asking prices fell by 5.5% in the London area.
Scottish Investment Bank programme allocates first round of £16 million to tech and data companies
The Scottish Investment Bank has set up a co-investment programme which aims to increase available equity funding options for companies looking to expand and grow.
https://www.insider.co.uk/news/scottish-investment-bank-programme-allocates-14141008
Praetura Ventures announces £15m fund for North West start-ups
Praetura Ventures is planning to raise £15 million for its first Enterprise Investment Scheme to fund between eight and ten early stage companies in the North West region.