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The Go Radio Business Show with Hunter & Haughey. Scotland’s Business Podcast.

The Go Radio Business Show with Hunter & Haughey. Scotland’s Business Podcast.

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 A weekly Scottish Business Podcast featuring Scotland’s most inspirational entrepreneurs, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey. They offer insight, advice and chat to Scotland’s leading CEOs, Founders and Entrepreneurs about how they built their businesses. Guests share their insights, challenges, defeats and successes as Hunter and Haughey spread knowledge across the Scottish business community. THE Business Podcast for Scotland - a Scottish Business Podcast, made in Glasgow.Copyright 2021 All rights reserved. マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 政治・政府 経済学
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  • Inside Scotland’s Growth Crisis: Debt, Defence, and the AI Opportunity

    Inside Scotland’s Growth Crisis: Debt, Defence, and the AI Opportunity
    2025/06/08

    In this episode Hunter and Haughey dive deep into the economic challenges and opportunities facing Scotland, from council debt and energy policy to AI innovation and defence investment.

    Special guests are David Wade, MD of Enerpro and Stuart Patrick, CEO of Glasgow's Chamber of Commerce chats about Glasgow’s growth strategy.

    [00:01:12]

    Council Debt Crisis

    Edinburgh’s £1.7B debt and potential rise to £2B.

    Leadership and accountability in local government.

    [00:04:01]

    Growth vs. Taxation

    “No country has ever taxed its way to growth.”

    Infrastructure investment and defence spending.

    [00:06:24]

    Defence Industry & Economic Impact

    Shipbuilding resurgence in Rosyth and Govan.

    Political reluctance vs. economic opportunity.

    [00:07:19]

    North Sea Energy Policy

    Robert Gordon University report: 400 jobs at risk every fortnight.

    Call for balanced energy policy: hydrocarbons + renewables.

    [00:10:36]

    Tech & AI Job Creation

    Gordon Brown’s report: 300,000 potential jobs in AI and science.

    Wordsmith AI: Fastest Scottish startup to $100M valuation.

    [00:13:21]

    Rangers FC Takeover

    American investment led by San Francisco 49ers.

    Fan expectations and managerial changes.

    [00:15:00]

    Global Economic Concerns

    Bloomberg economists: lack of GDP growth is the biggest threat.

    Critique of UK’s 10-year growth plan.

    [00:21:26]

    Glasgow Chamber of Commerce Update

    Stuart Patrick on city growth, infrastructure, and innovation.

    Glasgow’s role in clean energy, life sciences, and manufacturing.

    [00:31:44]

    Guest Interview: David Wade, MD of Enerpro

    From Thurso to global engineering leader.

    Oil & gas, renewables, and nuclear sector insights.

    Challenges in apprenticeships and government energy policy.

    Culture, coaching, and leadership in business growth.

    Join the Conversation

    What did you think of this episode? Email: goradiobusiness@go.co.uk

    Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok

    For more Go Creative Podcasts, head to https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...

    David Wade and Enerpro Social Network:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-wade-4767baaa/

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/enerpro-group/

    https://www.facebook.com/Enerprogroup

    Glasgow Chamber of Commerce:

    https://www.glasgowchamberofcommerce.com/

    Scottish Economy, Edinburgh Council Debt,UK Infrastructure Spending, North Sea Oil Jobs, Renewable Energy Scotland, Shipbuilding in Govan & Rosyth, AI Startups Scotland, Wordsmith AI, Rangers FC Takeover, Glasgow Innovation District, Enerpro Engineering, David Wade Entrepreneur, Apprenticeship Crisis UK, Oil and Gas Transition, Scottish Engineering Talent, Business Growth Strategy, Trywire Electric Vehicles, Oxford Economics Singapore Report, Gordon Brown Job Creation Plan
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    54 分
  • Housing, Inflation, Electric Cars and the £20M Tech Disruptor

    Housing, Inflation, Electric Cars and the £20M Tech Disruptor
    2025/06/01
    In this episode of the Go Radio Business Show, Sir Tom Hunter and Lord Willie Haughey dive into a wide range of topics—from Elon Musk’s political stint and the UK housing crisis to Scottish entrepreneurship and regeneration projects. Special guest Colin Frame, MD of Stellar Omada, shares his inspiring journey from rural Scotland to leading a £20M tech consultancy. And Tracy Collins, co-founder of MRG, joins “The Board You Can’t Afford” to discuss scaling culture in a fast-growing recruitment firm. [00:01:27] Elon Musk’s Political Tenure Analysis of Musk’s five-month stint in U.S. government. Claims of $175 billion in savings vs. original $2 trillion goal. Tensions with Donald Trump and implications for Musk’s ventures. [00:04:22] Trump’s Tariffs Ruled Illegal U.S. court ruling against Trump’s tariffs. Broader implications for global trade and Scottish businesses. Executive orders and their impact on supply chains and inflation. [00:05:35] Cost of Living Crisis in the UK Case study of a single mother earning £45K and still struggling. Breakdown of her monthly income and expenses. Discussion on universal credit and the need to “make work pay.” [00:07:25] Middle-Class Squeeze Challenges for middle-income earners in saving money. Call for tax reform and better support structures. [00:08:00] Immigration & Skilled Labour Shortages UK’s new immigration rules affecting construction workers. Risk of skilled labour drain from Scotland to England. Need for a coordinated skills and housing strategy. [00:10:47] Apprenticeships & Re-Skilling Initiatives Government’s push for adult apprenticeships. Willie’s plan to retrain ex-forces personnel in trades. Call for a national strategy to address housing and labor gaps. [00:11:24] Tony Bloom’s Investment in Hearts FC £10M investment for a 29% stake in Hearts. Discussion on Bloom’s data-driven “Moneyball” strategy. Potential for cross-club player development and trading. [00:14:46] Tribute to Sir Tom Farmer Recognition of Sir Tom’s legacy in business and football. His role in saving Hibernian FC and contributions to Scottish entrepreneurship. [00:16:22] Angel Investing in Scotland Angel Capital Scotland reports £106M in early-stage investments. Importance of angel networks in supporting startups. Connection to Scottish EDGE and entrepreneurial ecosystem. [00:17:40] Clyde Gateway Regeneration Project £500M redevelopment of Shawfield in Glasgow’s East End. Mixed-use development: housing, offices, hotels. Praise for Clyde Gateway’s long-term regeneration blueprint. [00:19:45] Prestwick Airport’s Growth Increase in passenger and freight traffic. Ryanair expansion and exports of Scottish produce. Government ownership seen as a success story. [00:20:42] Government Engagement on Housing Willie’s meetings with SNIB and Scottish ministers. Encouraging signs of political will to address housing crisis. Hopes for collaborative solutions in coming months. [00:22:49] Guest Interview: Colin Frame, MD of Stellar Omada Colin’s rural upbringing in Biggar and early exposure to hard work. Career journey from RBS to founding a £20M tech consultancy. Lessons from working on major banking integrations and failures. [00:30:00] Reflections on RBS Collapse First-hand account of the ABN Amro acquisition fallout. Emotional impact on staff and shareholders. [00:34:29] Founding Stellar Omada Early failures and lessons learned from previous ventures. Breakthrough project in Northampton and business model evolution. [00:38:09] Stellar’s Growth & Diversification Launch of Stellar Connect (recruitment) and Stellar Elevate (education). Focus on tech talent, testing, and programme recovery. £100M revenue goal and management team expansion. [00:42:24] Partnership with Hearts FC Deep involvement with Big Hearts charity and community outreach. Use of Tynecastle Stadium for innovation and education programs. [00:44:06] Thoughts on Tony Bloom’s Hearts Investment Colin’s endorsement of Bloom’s data-driven football model. Optimism for Hearts’ future under new strategic direction. [00:45:28] Board You Can’t Afford: Tracy Collins, MRG Tracy’s journey from recruitment to co-founding MRG. Starting in a welding shop office and pivoting post-COVID. Expansion into Aberdeen and Manchester. [00:52:11] Scaling Culture During Growth Tracy’s question on maintaining company culture across locations. Join the Conversation What did you think of this episode? Email: goradiobusiness@go.co.uk Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok For more Go Creative Podcasts, head to https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD... Elon Musk political career, UK housing crisis 2025, Scottish entrepreneurship, Colin Frame Stellar Omada, Tracy Collins MRG recruitment, Angel investing in Scotland, Clyde Gateway regeneration, Prestwick ...
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    56 分
  • Scotland’s Future, Business Leadership, and the GAP Success Blueprint

    Scotland’s Future, Business Leadership, and the GAP Success Blueprint
    2025/05/25

    In this episode, Sir Tom and Lord Haughey dive into Scotland’s economic future, discussing leadership, housing reform, planning efficiency, and clean energy goals.

    They emphasise the need for bold political action and pro-business policies, drawing lessons from Ireland and Singapore.

    Special guests are Ian and Douglas Anderson of GAP Hire Solutions. The brothers share their journey from a family-run plant hire business to a £300M+ national enterprise. They discuss succession planning, strategic growth, the importance of consistency, and the challenges of theft and taxation in the industry.

    Episode Highlights

    [02:18]

    Fast Wins for Scotland: Housing & Planning

    Immediate actions the government can take on housing.

    Issues with rent caps and investor uncertainty.

    Planning system inefficiencies compared to Singapore.

    [04:27]

    Clean Energy Ambitions

    Vision for Scotland to become the first 100% clean energy nation.

    Importance of UK government collaboration and investment.

    [06:43]

    Planning Reform & Leadership

    Need for bold decisions to remove blockers in planning.

    Critique of current system and call for streamlined processes.

    [08:46]

    Pro-Business Culture: Lessons from Singapore & Ireland

    Making Scotland the most welcoming place for business.

    Anecdote: Walmart’s experience in China and the power of top-down leadership.

    [12:07]

    Political Commentary: Keir Starmer’s EU Deal

    Praise for Starmer’s strategic EU negotiations.

    Economic implications and potential GDP growth.

    Concerns over inheritance tax and business property relief.

    [22:30]

    Special Guests: Ian & Douglas Anderson of GAP Hire Solutions

    [23:03]

    The GAP Story: From Family Roots to National Success

    Founded in 1969 by their father.

    Early careers outside the family business.

    Importance of external experience before joining.

    [28:34]

    Succession Planning & Family Business Culture

    Emphasis on merit and commitment.

    Third generation now involved and thriving.

    [30:51]

    Growth Milestones & Strategic Decisions

    Acquisition of Henderson Plant doubled business size.

    Shift from operated to non-operated plant hire.

    Focus on scalable, consistent services.

    [38:52]

    Business Scale & Market Position

    Over £300M turnover, 2,000+ staff, 65% of depots owned.

    90% growth through organic expansion.

    Third or fourth largest in UK, under 5% market share.

    [46:21]

    Challenges: Theft & Security in Plant Hire

    Theft of small tools and mini excavators increasing.

    Investment in CCTV and safety protocols.

    [48:02]

    How to Hire from GAP

    Website and direct contact details shared.

    Ian Anderson gives out his personal number for customer service.

    [49:11]

    Inheritance Tax & Business Property Relief (BPR)

    Concerns over proposed changes to BPR.

    Potential impact on family businesses and reinvestment.

    Call for government to reconsider April 2026 changes.

    Join the Conversation

    What did you think of this episode? Email: goradiobusiness@go.co.uk

    Follow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok

    For more Go Creative Podcasts, head to https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...

    Scotland Economy, Sir Tom Hunter, Lord Willie Haughey, GAP Hire Solutions, Ian Anderson, Douglas Anderson, Scottish Business, Clean Energy Scotland, Housing Reform, Planning Efficiency, Succession Planning, Family Business, UK Politics, Keir Starmer EU Deal, Business Property Relief, Inheritance Tax UK, Scottish Leadership, Pro-Business Policies, Economic Growth, Plant Hire Industry, Theft in Construction, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship UK, Scotland Future, Irish Economy, Singapore Business Model
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    55 分

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