Which Dragon's Den investor was born in Scotland and built the Bannatyne Group?

Duncan Bannatyne was born in Scotland and built the Bannatyne Group.

Bannatyne was born in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, in 1949. He began his business career in several fields before developing a large group of health clubs, spas and hotels that carried his name.

He joined the original Dragon's Den panel when the British programme launched in 2005. His television style was often direct, and he became particularly associated with assessing whether entrepreneurs understood their numbers and had a realistic route to growth.

The Bannatyne Group is distinct from Bannatyne's earlier business ventures, including care homes and other investments. His appearance on the programme connected his public profile with the broader story of British entrepreneurship, but the company name itself comes from his surname.