Business News Round Up (29/03/19)
Unemployment now at a record low
Unemployment levels have reached a record low of 3.4% in Scotland. Latest economic figures suggest Scotland is outperforming the rest of the UK.
https://www.eastlothiancourier.com/opinion/17534282.colin-beattie-unemployment-now-at-record-low/
Greater Manchester enters transatlantic partnership deal to enhance growth and competitiveness of life sciences innovation companies across the city region
Greater Manchester has announced a new partnership with Briovation, a US investment and advisory firm, to increase the competitiveness and expand the life sciences sector.
Scottish start-ups seek greater investment to tackle the US market
Access to finance is the biggest barrier to more than 40% of Scotland’s tech start-ups are targeting the US market.
http://futurescot.com/scottish-start-ups-seek-greater-investment-to-tackle-us-market/
Manchester Science Partnership sees profits soar in millstone year
Manchester Science Partnership saw a 35% increase in the consolidated net worth and its subsidiaries, with growth levels reflecting a strong demand from new and existing customers.