Scottish Chambers call for tax cuts and business rates overhaul to boost growth

  • Scottish Chambers call for tax cuts and business rates overhaul to boost growth

    Scottish Chambers call for tax cuts and business rates overhaul to boost growth

    1st September 2026

    Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has urged the Scottish Government to cut income tax, overhaul business rates and accelerate major infrastructure projects as part of a package of measures designed to restore business confidence and unlock economic growth. In its priorities for the 2026-27 Programme for Government, SCC warns that…

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  • SCC welcomes the removal of the US 10% tariff on Scotch whisky

    27th July 2026

    Commenting on the removal of the US’ 10% tariff on Scotch whisky, Charandeep Singh BEM, Chief Executive of Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: “Tariff-free trade with the US is fantastic news, both for producers of Scotland’s national drink and the wider economy. The United States is a key trading partner…

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  • Scottish and UK governments urged to seize ‘genuine opportunities’ to revive the economy as business confidence slumps

    10th July 2026

    New research from the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) shows firms are entering the second half of 2026 with business confidence continuing to weaken, reinforcing a cautious outlook for growth. As a new Prime Minister prepares to enter Downing Street and the Scottish Government undertakes a review of Non-Domestic Rates,…

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  • All-women trade mission aims to unlock Scotland’s “gender export gap”

    9th March 2026

    The Scottish Chambers of Commerce has announced plans to lead an all-women trade mission to the Netherlands in partnership with Scottish Government, as part of the International Trade Partnership. The mission aims to help more women-led businesses expand internationally, as Scotland marks International Women’s Day. Across Scotland, women are leading…

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