North-east business leaders call for support as changes to Covid measures announced
North-east business leaders have called for more support to be put in place for firms impacted by the lockdown measures.
Adrian Watson
North-east business leaders call for support as lockdown measures begin
Business leaders called for more support to be put in place for firms impacted by the new lockdown measures.
North-east business and hospitality bosses share fears of further Covid restrictions
Ahead of today's cabinet meeting, business and hospitality leaders in the north-east spoke of their fears over the prospect of further restrictions being implemented - and underlined the need for support.
Nicola Sturgeon to deliver ‘urgent’ Holyrood statement on Monday amid ‘rapid rise’ in Covid-19 cases
The first minister will meet with her cabinet today to discuss further action to limit the spread of Covid-19 with the country locked in a "race" between the new strain and the vaccine.
Boxing Day sales: Aberdeen shops deserted as Level 4 restrictions bite
Hundreds of people queued up to grab a bargain as Aberdeen's stores opened for the Boxing Day sales last year.
North East Now: Organisations reveal key events to mark in your diary this Christmas and into the New Year
Local organisations are hoping to welcome back wider audiences to the north-east once again with exciting events next year.
‘Heartbreak’ for north-east hospitality firms as region moved to Level 3
North-east hospitality businesses have spoken of their heartbreak over the looming level three restrictions
Aberdeen ‘running out of arguments’ to stay in level two, warns council chief
Aberdeen is "running out of arguments" to stay in level two following a rise in Covid-19 cases, city leaders have warned.
Watch: Aberdeen Inspired launches new Christmas video to help boost support for city retailers
A new campaign has been launched encouraging the public to support Aberdeen city centre businesses over the festive period.
Council leaders call for north-east to stick to restrictions as Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire remain in Level two
Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire will not be handed tighter Covid-19 restrictions this week - but Nicola Sturgeon warned the threat of tougher restrictions remains.
Aberdeen council to offer free parking at weekends in bid to encourage Christmas shoppers
A number of city centre car parks in Aberdeen will be free to use at weekends next month as part of a council effort to encourage people to shop local ahead of Christmas.
Hopes new Christmas gift card will drive shoppers back to high street and local retailers
Businesses across the north-east are taking part in a new Christmas scheme in the hope of bringing people back to the city centre during its hour of greatest need.
Indoor Christmas market to launch this week at Aberdeen shopping centre
An indoor Christmas market will open in an Aberdeen shopping centre this week.
Aberdeen Gift Card: Businesses encouraged to sign up to scheme aiming to boost economy
Businesses in Aberdeen are being encouraged to sign up to a new initiative which will help to support the economy.
Frustration as north-east Covid-19 restrictions set to stay at level two
Council and business leaders have spoken of their disappointment after it emerged the north-east would remain in level two of the Scottish Government's Covid-19 framework.
‘Relief’ for north-east as Chancellor extends furlough scheme
North-east business leaders have spoken of their "relief" after the furlough scheme was extended.
Coronavirus: North-east business leaders warn against second national lockdown
Business leaders in the north-east have warned many firms "will not survive" a second Scotland-wide lockdown if it is imposed.
North-east businesses frustrated at extension of Covid-19 hospitality restrictions
Business leaders in the north-east have expressed their disappointment after it was confirmed current coronavirus restrictions would be extended.
Aberdeen bar staff facing abuse from Covid-19 rule-breaking punters
Staff in pubs, bars and restaurants across Aberdeen are facing abuse from customers flouting Covid-19 regulations.
Chief of Aberdeen Inspired speaks of impact curfew will have on hospitality firms
An Aberdeen business chief today said that the new restrictions will hit the hospitality sector "hard".
Doors open for Aberdeen pubs as hospitality trade gets moving
Pubs, restaurants and cafes opened their doors to customers for the first time in three weeks after Aberdeen's local lockdown was lifted.
Disappointment and devastation as Aberdeen lockdown restrictions extended for another week
Hospitality chiefs and business leaders have spoken of their disappointment and devastation after lockdown restrictions in the city were extended for a week.
Explore all the attractions on your doorstep and Rediscover Your Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Business leaders hope the new Rediscover Your Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire campaign will bring a welcome boost to the north-east’s hospitality and tourism industries.
Aberdeen city centre footfall increases by almost a quarter as council continues physical distancing works
Footfall in Aberdeen city centre has increased by almost a quarter in the last week as physical distancing measures are being introduced.
‘Encouraging start’ for businesses as Aberdeen beer gardens reopen
Pubs and hotels across the north-east opened their beer gardens as punters flocked for their first pints since March.
North-east businesses cautiously welcome easing of restrictions, as new measures introduced
Businesses across the north-east have cautiously welcomed the relaxing of Covid-19 restrictions – though some remain sceptical over proposed mitigation measures.
Sanitisers and social distancing as north-east businesses prepare to reopen
As the country prepares to cautiously exit lockdown and face its new normality, businesses across the north-east are doing their bit to keep the Covid-19 curve flat.
Aberdeen city centre businesses gear up to open on Monday
Businesses across Aberdeen city centre are gearing up to open their doors on Monday.
North-East Now: Online hub provides ‘one-stop-shop’ for everything needed to support local
The newly launched North-East Now website is perfect for those aiming to support local businesses operating through the Covid-19 pandemic.
Good news for retail and people shielding in north-east as restrictions ease
Business leaders, people shielding and retail outlets have spoken of their joy as the next stage of the country's exit out of lockdown was unveiled.