Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) Scotland, part of the UK’s leading mortgage network, has been crowned one of the winners in the Scotland heats of the Chamber Business Awards 2018. Now in their 15^th year, the Awards are a highlight of the business calendar, recognising the key role that local businesses play in driving the UK economy.

The Small Business of the Year winner, MAB Scotland will now go forward to represent the Scotland in the national finals, which take place in London at the end of November.

Francis Martin, President of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) said:

“Businesses are the engines of the UK economy – creating opportunities and prosperity in our towns, cities and counties. Even in these turbulent times, they continue to show their adaptability, resilience and strength.

“Every year our judges are impressed by the calibre of entries, and this year was no different. All our finalists should be proud to reach this stage given the stiff competition among our diverse and enterprising pool of applicants.

“The Chamber Business Awards are the perfect opportunity for us to celebrate our business communities’ achievements, to take stock of the great performances of UK businesses over the past year, and to encourage and inspire others to follow in their footsteps.”

Richard Ellis, Head of Membership at the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce added:

“We’re extremely proud that one of our members has won the ‘Small Business of The Year’ award for Scotland at the Chamber Business Awards. This accolade is testament to the hard work and strength of the team at the Mortgage Advice Bureau.

“We wish them the best of luck in the national finals in November.”

Speaking of the win, Dylan Kelly, Head of Marketing and Communications at the MAB, said:

“Small business plays a major role in Edinburgh and is important to the economy of Scotland overall. We are delighted to be recognised as the best small business in this region as it is clear reflection of our customer-focussed approach and the great service our team provides.

“This is the second award for us in a matter of weeks, after securing a Princess Royal Training Award, which reflects our commitment the development of our staff. It may be time to buy a new cabinet.”

Mortgage Advice Bureau is a leading mortgage network as well as the most recognised intermediary consumer brand, winning over 70 national awards for the quality of its advice and service during the last five years.