Cities Outlook report concerned by Dundee's reliance on public sector
Dundee's dependence on public sector jobs could make it harder for the city to escape the clutches of the global economic downturn, a major new report claims. (...)
Chamber chief sees reasons for optimism despite 'another tough year' ahead
Dundee and Angus Chamber of Commerce has called on the Scottish Government to increase support for the business community in the new year. (...)
City MSPs insist Dundee is still in the game for renewable energy jobs
Dundee two SNP MSPs claim Dundee will not lose out on renewables industry jobs despite wind turbine manufacturers Gamesa turning their back on the city. (...)
Mackays chief Paul Grant named Angus Ambassador of the Year
The chairman of a renowned jam and preserves manufacturer has been named Angus Ambassador of the Year. (...)
Customers wait to see if Royal Mail can deliver on promise of better Christmas service
Royal Mail is to introduce greater resources over the festive period in a bid to avoid the kind of chaos that hit deliveries in Dundee East last winter. (...)
'A history of good service to the city' — iconic Dundee store Robertson's closing after 130 years
A 130-year-old furniture store in central Dundee is to close, with the loss of 16 jobs. (...)
Business and student fears over loss of Angus College places
Student leaders and business chiefs have voiced concern at the impact of 2,000 college places being lost in Angus. (...)
'He should get real' — David Cameron accused of 'simplistic' views on debt
Prime Minister David Cameron has been accused of holding an over-simplistic view of how to tackle personal debt. (...)
University and College Union says Abertay is ready to fight for its future
One of the biggest campaigns Dundee has ever seen will oppose the forced merger of its two universities, a union figure has promised. (...)
Scottish Government urged to make Dundee an offshore energy 'shop window' — before industry looks elsewhere
The Scottish Government has been told it must declare Dundee is to become the offshore renewable energy capital of Scotland or risk undermining the industry. (...)
Local courses lose Open Championship qualifying venue status
The lucrative business of golf tourism across Courier country has suffered a blow. (...)
Chamber of Commerce urges local firms to support CityJet's Dundee-London air route
Businesses are being urged to support flights between Dundee and London City airports. (...)
CityJet executive confirms airline's commitment to Dundee
CityJet took the unprecedented step of visiting Dundee to reaffirm its commitment to the city's under-performing Dundee to London route. (...)
Business leaders fly to the defence of airport operator BAA
Business leaders have said services at Edinburgh Airport should be maintained regardless of who owns it, in the wake of operator BAA being told to sell two airports. (...)
Tesco home-working project could create up to 300 jobs in Tayside
Tesco hopes to create almost 300 jobs in Tayside thanks to a home-working project that aims to help its call centre in Dundee. (...)
Scotland braced as up to 30,000 PCS members may strike
Scotland is bracing itself for major disruption on Thursday when up to 30,000 public sector workers are expected to go on strike to protest against UK government plans for pension reform. (...)
JTC Furniture Group plans to create 100 jobs in Dundee
Dundee's beleaguered manufacturing industry received a welcome boost with a company announcing a £3 million expansion plan to create 100 jobs and more than double the size of its operation. (...)
Confirmation of administration leaves Focus DIY workers fearing for future
Dozens of store workers in Tayside and Fife are facing an uncertain future after the Focus DIY chain formally went into administration. (...)
'We ran out of time' — Dundee video games company Cohort Studios to close with loss of 25 jobs
The changing video games industry has claimed another Dundee victim with the news that Cohort Studios is to close, with the loss of 25 jobs. (...)
Business leaders urged to focus energies on 'exciting' renewables sector
A breakfast debate on renewable energy has heard calls for business leaders to "get out there and get into it." (...)