DUNDEE events firm Red Pepper has acquired Edinburgh-based agency Origin Events.

Red Pepper director Eleanor Whitby said not only was the deal a “massive statement” of intent, but also highlighted Dundee’s cultural status.

Origin Events is a niche consultancy with special interest in conference provision and support within the legal, women’s healthcare and housing sectors.

The deal will see its directors, Lizzie Fisher and Denise Pinto leave the business, with Red Pepper taking over all aspects, including two bespoke software packages that Ms Whitby said allows the firm to “continue with an ambitious growth plan”.