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New organisation to help young entrepreneurs.

Help YOU-OLU support the next generation of Scottish entrepreneurs. The aim is to raise £20,000 through a crowdfunding campaign to enable the organisation assist 16 - 24 year olds starting their own businesses with professional guidance.

Employee Ownership - what does it mean?

On Employee Ownership Day we look at what it means to work in an employee ownership company, and the many benefits it brings.

Aberdeen Pipe Bands head for the European Championships in Forres

122 pipe bands are due to play in the European Pipe Band Championships in Forres, Moray on Saturday 29th June. Many bands from the Aberdeen will be hoping for success. If you enjoy bagpipes and the sight of marching bands, make sure you are in Forres.

Hidden Aberdeen - fascinating new book by local author

Hidden Aberdeen is a fascinating history of old Aberdeen with insights into the city on your doorstep - and under your feet. Written by local historian Dr Fiona-Jane Brown, you will learn many interesting things about the Granite City.

Local designer Isabelle Randall receives national recognition

Isabelle Randall, Couture Designer of George Street, Aberdeen receives national recognition in Scotland and London.

Why you should 'Buy Local' and support local businesses.

If everyone bought all their goods and services on-line, what would happen to our local shops and services? Well, of course, there wouldn't be any! And how would that effect the local economy? It would be a disaster.

Warning - don't travel without good insurance!

I have just suffered a ruptured Achilles' tendon on holiday in Greece and I am so glad that we had good travel insurance. Without proper cover, it would have been a nightmare.

Going on holiday? What not to forget.

Have you ever had that horrible feeling when you are on the way to the airport - the feeling that you have forgotten something? Did you remember to lock the door? Did you turn off the heating, take the goldfish to the neighbour, cancel the papers, tell the bank?

Here is a check list to help you.

Do you have dependent children?

No one likes to think of the worst happening, but who would look after your children if something happened to you?

Are you paying, or being paid, the minimum wage?

The minimum wage goes up this coming autumn. If you are receiving or paying the minimum wage, make sure this is changed before October.