Business News Round Up (3/12/18)
Taxation will be the focal point of Scottish budget
The new Scottish budget will reveal the effect an improving economic outlook has had on public finances, however, the boost may be offset if threshold for tax rates are increased.
https://www.publicfinance.co.uk/news/2018/12/taxation-will-be-focal-point-scottish-budget
Hydrogen economy can bring £17bn boost to region, says leading industry figures
The North West Hydrogen Alliance (NWHA) has highlighted how the use of hydrogen energy could support clean growth, new jobs, skills and investment, in addition to boosting the economy.
Harper Macleod extends support for Scottish Edge
Law firm Harper Macleod has continued its support for Scottish EDGE, a start-up growth competition, by donating a minimum of 5% fees from helping EDGE companies with future legal issues back to EDGE to fund other start-ups.
https://www.insider.co.uk/news/scottish-edge-harper-macleod-support-13668208
UKFast to hit £50m revenues as it gears up for potential IPO
UKFast, an internet hosting service, has reported underlying earnings of £25 million this year, and is set to exceed over £50 million as it prepares for a public listing.