The Go Radio Business Show Highlights, [00:01:00] - Planning Hub Announcement Discussion on Ivan McKee's announcement of a new planning hub to expedite planning approvals in Scotland. [00:02:00] - Public Sector Efficiency Analysis of public sector spending and employment in Scotland, highlighting the need for efficiency. [00:03:30] - Unemployment Figures Comparison of unemployment rates between Scotland and the UK, with a focus on public vs. private sector job growth. [00:05:00] -...

In this episode, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey discuss the implications of Donald Trump’s victory in the U.S. elections, the Bank of England’s interest rate cut, and the impact on the UK economy. They also touch on global affairs, including the situation in Ukraine, and the role of Elon Musk in the new U.S. administration. Special guest Federico Charosky, CEO of Quorum Cyber, shares his entrepreneurial journey and insights into the cybersecurity industry.   Episode Highlights.   US...

Episode Summary and Highlights In this episode, Sir Tom and Lord Haughey discuss the impact of recent budget changes on businesses and the economy, particularly in Scotland. They delve into topics such as housing, taxation, and government spending, offering insights and opinions on how these changes might affect entrepreneurs and the broader business landscape. [00:00:48] Labour Budget Impact Willie discusses the financial implications of the Labour budget. Potential benefits for Scotland,...

Episode Summary and Highlights:   Financial Troubles in Football Clubs Discussion on the financial struggles of Inverness Caley Thistle and football clubs aiming for the Premier League in general. Mention of the sacking of Duncan Ferguson. Highlighting the unrealistic financial expectations and the need for clubs to manage their budgets better. Emphasis on the importance of financial prudence for clubs. Noting the failure to raise sufficient funds and the challenges faced by provincial...

Episode Highlights and Summary Notes   [00:01:00] Tribute to Alex Salmond Discussion on the passing of Alex Salmond. Sir Tom shares personal anecdotes and reflections on Salmond’s career and personality.    [00:01:55] Clean Energy Initiatives Discussion on clean energy provisions and advancements in Germany. Mention of Scottish Power’s investment and Scotland’s potential to achieve 100% clean energy. Introduction of Doug Duigood new division in renewable energy, creating 30 new...

Episode Summary and Highlights:   Scotland’s Clean Energy Potential: Discussion on Scotland’s potential to be the first country fully supplied by clean energy. Announcement of Scottish Power’s £12 billion investment in clean energy.   [1:26] Investment and International Interest: Information about Scottish Power’s ownership by Spanish company Iberdrola and the positive outlook on the UK as an investment destination.   Government’s Role in Clean Energy: Praise for government efforts in...

This episode covers the introduction of new energy reduction systems, the importance of productivity, and the economic implications of the Commonwealth Games for Glasgow. The discussion also touches on local council services and budget challenges.  Plus, the Lord Haughey's exclusive interview with Sir Alex Ferguson. Lord Haughey and Stuart Patrick delve into the potential of green hydrogen, the challenges of electricity pricing, and the future of renewable energy jobs. We also discuss the...

Premiering this Sunday at 12 PM, join us for an exclusive 1-2-1 chat with the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson and the esteemed Lord Willie Haughey. Dive deep into the mind of the man who led Manchester United to unparalleled success, and uncover his secrets on leadership, resilience, and the business of football. Exclusive Insights: Get a rare glimpse into Sir Alex Ferguson’s strategies that transformed Manchester United into a global powerhouse. Leadership Lessons: Learn about the leadership...

Key Highlights   Scottish Whisky News: Big news in the whisky world! The Famous Grouse, a renowned Scottish whisky brand, has been sold to William Grant & Sons. This is a significant move. William Grant & Sons, a family-owned business, is now the proud owner. They have a massive operation in Girvan, and the whisky’s value increases with age.   Energy Solutions and Social Tariff: The Scottish government is working on a new social tariff for energy, aiming to support those in need. It’s...

Business Show Highlights:   Fed’s Bold Move: The Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by 50 basis points for the first time in four years, aiming to stabilise the market. UK Holds Steady: Despite global trends, the Bank of England keeps interest rates at 5%, sparking debates on future economic strategies. Inflation Concerns: With inflation down to 2.2%, experts worry about potential rebounds and the impact on financial markets. Currency Strength: The pound reaches its strongest level against...

Episode Notes and Highlights US Current Affairs: Discussion on the controversial statement from Trumo about migrants and pets.. Comments on Kamala Harris’s performance and how she managed to rile Donald Trump. Political Commentary: John Bolton questioning Trump’s fitness to be commander in chief. Expression hope that Trump will not be president again.Comments on Trump’s claims about the war in Gaza and Kamala Harris’s remarks about President Xi and Putin. 04:35 Andrew Carnegie: References...

The Go Radio Business Show   02:00     Shona Robison Fiscal Update Scottish government announces budget cuts of up to £500m and measures totaling close to £1bn to balance the budget. Discussion on the need for a plan to eradicate child poverty.   05:00   Lord Haughey on the 4-Day Work Week Lord Haughey argues that a 4-day work week could lead to job losses. If Labour wins the Scottish Elections, he plans to lobby for a Minister for Efficiency.     06:00   GB Energy’s UK Headquarters News...

Episode Highlights:   1. Labour’s General Election Success: Discussion on the accurate exit polls. The mood of Scotland’s businesses post-election.   2. Economic Growth and Productivity: Lord Haughey’s feedback to Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves. Emphasis on economic growth, hope, and avoiding the blame game. Importance of productivity.   3. Lord Haughey meets Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes Lord Haughey’s Glasgow development offers affordable renting 'solution' Advises about lifting rent...

Hunter and Haughey's special guest this week is Doug Duguid, CEO of Indigo 7 Ventures and Aurora Energy Services.  Doug was one of the founders of EnerMech.  EnerMech had a build and buy strategy, completing 17 acquisitions of owner managed businesses over a 12-year period – and was backed by Lime Rock Partners. It provided maintenance and commissioning services to the energy and infrastructure sectors - with significant organic growth through both international expansion and new service line...

Hunter and Haughey's special guest this week is Chris Stewart, CEO and Majority shareholder of Chris Stewart Group. An experienced property owner, investor, developer and operator, Chris established his business almost 30 years ago and has since earned a reputation as one of the country’s leaders in urban regeneration, real estate placemaking and hotel development. CSG’s success has brought widespread industry recognition, with Chris winning an EY Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2018, in...

Hunter and Haughey's special guest this week is Allan Nelson, CEO & Co-Founder of For-Sight.   For-Sight, is a leading voice in transforming the hospitality industry. With a strong passion for technology and learning, Allan advocates for the strategic use of first-party data, CRM technology, and targeted marketing to drive revenue for hotels and other accommodation providers. Under his leadership, For-Sight delivers innovative, automated solutions to support its customers in building...

Hunter and Haughey's special guest this week is Nadeem Sarwar, the Founder and CEO of Phlo.   Nadeem was formally a career commercial banker before founding Phlo in 2015. He is responsible for all company operations & the overall development and building of Phlo. His simple goal is to build Phlo into the number one, on-demand digital pharmacy service in the UK, helping patients like him, access their medication when & where they want it.   Sir Tom and Lord Haughey will also...

Hunter and Haughey's special guest this week is Paul Connelly, the visionary CEO of Connelly Security Systems (CSS), who has forged an inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a stalwart figure in the security industry. Hailing from a bustling family of ten siblings and nurtured in the vibrant city of Glasgow, Paul’s early years laid the foundation for his unyielding determination.   Sir Tom and Lord Haughey will also offer business insight and advice - If you have a question or a...

Hunter and Haughey's special guest this week is Ian Kerr, CEO and Founder of Raven Controls digital incident management and events operations software.
 Ian has intimate knowledge of the industry through his work with Major events, Stadia and National arenas.   Ian’s experience of planning, testing and exercising utilising Integrated Emergency Management principles, has been distilled and captured in the core of Ravens technology and operating system.     Sir Tom and Lord Haughey will also...

The Go Radio Business Show is back this Sunday at 11am!   Hunter and Haughey's special guest this week is Joseph Healy.   Joseph is a co-founder of Judo Bank, a bank specializing in banking the small-to-medium sized business economy.   Having raised $1.5bn of equity in private markets – including the largest pre-revenue capital raise in Australian corporate history - the bank grew from a PowerPoint to profitability and to a publicly listed company within four years.   A career international...

The Go Radio Business Show is back this Sunday at 11am!   Hunter and Haughey's special guest this week is Greenock born brothers Sandy Easdale, who, along with his brother James owns a transport and property empire that includes McGill’s Buses.   Sandy started working in his father’s scrap yard while still at school, and went on to run taxis, buses, manufacturing factories and pubs.   Sir Tom and Lord Haughey’s second guest is Minister John Lamont (pron- Laa-mont) on the back of his recent...

Hunter and Haughey's special guests this week are Andy Healy (MD) and Jennifer MacKenzie (Co-founder and Director) of TEFL Org. Jennifer is Co-Founder and Director at The TEFL Org and Ambassador for Women’s Enterprise Scotland. After many years teaching English in Greece and France, The TEFL Org was co-founded by Jennifer in Beauly, near Inverness. It began life as a start-up in a back garden shed during the global recession and has since grown to be the market-leading and most accredited...

Hunter and Haughey's special guest this week is Allan Cannon, the co-founder and CEO of space technology scale up Krucial, where he is responsible for business growth and strategy. With a background in complex technology and science, business development and leadership, Allan is on a mission to make digital transformation easier for all —anywhere on earth. Allan is also a keen advocate for the next generation of entrepreneurs, engineers, scientists, and leaders and is an active member of the...

Hunter and Haughey's special guest this week is Marie Owen CEO and founder of LS Productions. In the boardroom, Sir Tom and Lord Haughey offer business insight and advice, taking your calls and answering your questions! Don't forget, If you have a question for the show, Email [email protected] or WhatsApp your question to 0808 17 17 700