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Businesses face tougher reporting regime under cyber security proposals
16th January 2026The capacity of British regulators to meet the increased cyber security demands being placed on companies under planned new legislation has been questioned by lawmakers. Members of parliament challenged if regulators such as the Information Commissioner’s Office would have the capacity and technical capability to manage the increased scope of…
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£21million contract recommended for approval for retrofit and upgrades at Craigmillar and Peffermill Court
15th January 2026Earlier today (Thursday 15 January) the Finance and Resources Committee recommended the approval of a £21 million contract to Kier Construction to deliver a comprehensive retrofit and upgrade programme at Craigmillar Court and Peffermill Court, two 15 floor blocks in Edinburgh. The project forms part of the Council’s wider Strategic Investment…
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Cruden Homes and Mactaggart & Mickel Unveil Leven Show Home at Longthorn Gardens, Shawfair
15th January 2026Five-star house builder Cruden Homes and partner Mactaggart & Mickel have unveiled the stunning new 4-bedroom Leven show home at Longthorn Gardens, the highly anticipated new development in the heart of Shawfair – one of Scotland’s best-connected new towns. The show home is now open for visitors, offering a glimpse…
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Burns Supper Dining Experience
15th January 2026Celebrate the life and legacy of Scotland’s national poet with an unforgettable Burns Night Supper at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Available throughout January, it is ideal for entertaining clients, partners or colleagues, and can welcome up to 200 guests within the striking setting of the John Hope Gateway. Guests will be welcomed with warm hospitality against the winter backdrop…
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Professor Emeritus, Joe Nellis, is economic adviser at MHA, the accountancy and advisory firm says:
15th January 2026Growth in November offers relief but no clear turning point for UK economy While November’s increase in GDP of 0.3% is welcome, the recovery remains fragile, narrowly based, and vulnerable to shifts in household and business sentiment, as well as the impact of the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget. Growth in November…
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Growth Returns in Pre-Budget Period
15th January 2026Responding to the latest GDP data, published by the Office for National Statistics this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Better than expected GDP data suggests the impact of pre-Budget jitters among businesses may have been less than predicted. Firms will welcome confirmation that the economy bounced back to growth of 0.3% in November itself, with the more reliable three-month…
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£0 Joining Fee Offer: It’s Not Too Late to Start Your Fitness Journey in 2026
15th January 2026As January routines begin to settle and New Year motivation turns into lasting habits, Edinburgh Leisure is reminding Edinburgh residents that it’s not too late to get started, with a £0 Joining Fee offer available until 31st January 2026. The limited-time promotion removes the upfront cost of joining and applies…
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Business Groups Sign Letter Supporting Government Commitment to NPR
14th January 2026Seven of the UK’s major business groups have written an open letter to the government to support its commitment to Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR). The British Chambers of Commerce, the Confederation of British Industry, Enterprise Nation, the Federation of Small Businesses, the Institute of Directors, Make UK and Small…
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What’s Changing in Edinburgh Lettings and Why More Landlords Are Choosing Independent Agents
14th January 2026If you’re a landlord in Edinburgh, you may have noticed the market feels different to how it did a few years ago. That’s not your imagination. Across Scotland, the lettings sector is going through a period of consolidation. Well-known local agencies are being acquired, portfolios are growing, and larger regional and national groups are…
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How Great Imagery Helps Your Rental Property Stand Out
14th January 2026First impressions start online More than 90% of tenants now begin their property search online. That means your listing has to work hard, not only to catch attention but to build confidence. Professional, well-lit photos and 360° virtual tours help tenants picture themselves living there. And when the photography looks exceptional, the property feels exceptional. “Good photography isn’t…
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Business Comment
Business Comment is the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce’s bi-monthly magazine. It provides insight on Edinburgh’s vibrant business community, with features on the city’s key sectors, interviews with leading figures and news on new business developments in the capital.
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