Episode Details

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 leaks suggest GB Energy’s UK headquarters will be in Aberdeen.
• Discussion on the importance of prioritising 100% clean energy.

11:00

Simon Pitts New Role

• Simon Pitts leaves STV in good health to join Global.
• Reflection on his successful tenure at the media company.

12:00

Craneware’s Financial Success

• Scottish-based Craneware reports a 20% profit jump to nearly £16m, with revenues growing 9% to $189m.
• CEO Keith Neilson attributes growth to past investments.

13:00

Innovate UK’s Grant Controversy

• Innovate UK faces backlash for awarding only 25 out of 50 possible grants to female businesses.
• Former guest Becky Lumsden leads calls for the agency to improve its support for female founders.
• Innovate UK apologises and promises to release the remaining grants.

15:00

Hunter Foundation and Oxford Economics Report

• The Irish economy is projected to have an €8.6 billion surplus, growing five times faster than expected.
• Discussion on Scotland learning from Ireland’s success, particularly in addressing housing supply and demand issues.

18:00

Wind Farm Success

• Several Scottish wind farm businesses secure UK government backing, potentially creating thousands of jobs.
• Projects include Green Volt, Moray West, Cloiche, and Chleansaid wind farms.

21:45

Main Guest: Sean Tracey, Chairman of Hyper Luminal Games

Entrepreneurial Background: Sean’s grandfather established a successful import business in China in the 1920s. His parents met in China, where his father worked as a British spy.

Early Career: Sean’s first job was at Nardini’s in Largs, where he learned the importance of customer service and maintaini