Since their beginnings Chambers of Commerce have sought to influence matters at local and national level to create the best possible conditions for business.
Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce holds a position of especial regard in this, holding sway in the nation's capital.
The Chamber has a high degree of influence with the City Council, enabling it to influence local government decisions. It also affects the way that national politicians frame their policies.
A key advantage of membership is that you can express your views directly to senior executives in the Chamber and have them passed on to all levels of government as we influence the running of our City and our country.
The Chamber works to maintain its reputation as 'the honest broker' in these matters. The more members communicate with us about the current environment for doing business, the better we are able to lobby on their behalf.
In return we work to keep members informed of how legislation and local planning decisions will affect them. This is done through this website, through themed meetings, training offerings and our magazine.
We also link up with other Chambers of Commerce through Scottish and British level organisations.
Policy Groups
The Chamber's Policy Groups are an important aspect of building positions on important matters affecting business.
Members form a key part in forming these views by choosing to contribute to our Policy Groups. Our groups also allow members to exchange information and views on matters of common interest.
Current Issues
Visit Current Issues to view the issues on which the Chamber is representing the business community.
Chamber membership gives you access to our full policy briefings, and allows you to contribute to ongoing debates and campaigns where the Chamber of Commerce can represent your views and achieve change.
