Building Safety Reforms: What Edinburgh SMEs Need to Know

Building Safety Reforms: What Edinburgh SMEs Need to Know

Scotland operates its own building standards and fire safety regulatory framework, independently from the regime in England. However, many Edinburgh-based firms deliver services, projects, or advisory work across the UK. This article outlines recent and proposed developments in England, which may be relevant for Scottish businesses engaging in cross-border trade…

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Residents urged to register to vote in the Scottish Parliament Election before deadline next week

With the deadline for new voter registration at 11:59pm on Monday 20 April fast approaching, we’re reminding all eligible residents in Edinburgh to register in time. Registering online is quick and easy, with full details on the UK Government’s website. If you have recently moved home or your details have changed…

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Mackrell International secures 14th Chambers Band 1 ranking and BTO to represent Scotland at MI AGM in Germany

Mackrell International (MI), the global legal network of which BTO is a long‑standing member, has been ranked Band 1 in the Chambers Global Guide for the 14th consecutive year, as BTO prepares to represent Scotland, UK at the network’s annual general meeting in Munich later this month. This continued recognition…

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Exports Remain Flat As Economy Grows

Commenting on the latest trade data released by the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:    “February was a weak month for UK exports, even before the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East. The one high point was increased goods sales to the…

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Photography competition celebrates World Heritage Day

Photography enthusiasts are being encouraged to enter a competition running until October celebrating three decades of Edinburgh’s World Heritage Site. The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh were first inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1995 making this World Heritage Day (Saturday, 18 April) so special as the competition is part of…

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Edinburgh Leisure Launches £20 Spring Pass Offering Two Weeks of Unlimited Fitness

A flexible way for Edinburgh residents to dip into gyms, pools and fitness classes this April – and discover movement that fits real life. Edinburgh Leisure is inviting people across the city to step into spring with its Spring Pass – two weeks of unlimited access to gyms, pools and fitness classes for just…

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Growth Shoots Risk Being Snuffed out by Iran Conflict

Responding to the latest GDP data published this morning by the Office for National Statistics, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce said:  “GDP growth of 0.5% in the three months to February shows the UK economy performed better than expected at the start of the year, with signs that momentum was building. “But this data predates…

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Gilson Gray grows Edinburgh footprint with fourth city office

Gilson Gray, the UK’s fastest-growing law firm[1], has strengthened its presence in Edinburgh with the opening of a new office at 14 Rutland Square, joining its existing city centre locations at 6, 25 and 29 Rutland Square. The new space will accommodate the firm’s expanding team and support rising demand…

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Skills Planning Vital To Tackle Gen Z Drift

A new report on a pioneering scheme for business-led skills planning in England has identified a pressing need to better engage Generation Z with the workplace.      The analysis of Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs) found they have engaged thousands of people and employers in the training and education that firms…

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Scotland set for Grand Départ, but how can SMEs make the most of the Tour de France?

Next summer, Scotland will swap tartan for the maillot jaune as Edinburgh hosts the Grand Départ of both the men’s and women’s Tour de France. As the world’s most famous cycling race sets off from the capital, Scotland’s streets and scenery will be broadcast to millions across the globe. Based…

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