Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator – Please participate in the survey

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator, conducted in conjunction with Strathclyde University’s Fraser of Allander Institute, is Scotland’s longest running business survey of its kind and regularly provides an accurate and authoritative picture of the health of the Scottish economy and the issues facing businesses across various sectors.…

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INFLATION RISE MUST NOT DEFLECT GOVERNMENT FROM TACKLING BUSINESS COSTS

Commenting on the increase in Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation from 0.5% to 0.6% in July 2016, Scottish Chambers of Commerce has said that there remains room for additional government support for businesses, despite the upward pressure on inflation that will result from rising import costs.

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ACTION ON BUSINESS RATES ‘TIME BOMB’ NOW URGENT

Responding to the comments by the Cabinet Secretary for the Economy, Jobs and Fair Work that the Scottish Government had no plans to cut Business Rates in the light of the Brexit vote, Scottish Chambers of Commerce have urged that inaction on Business Rates is no longer an option, given that next April’s revaluation of rates in Scotland will take no account of the economic impact of either Brexit or persistent low oil prices.

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Action on Business Rates ‘Time Bomb’ now urgent

Responding to the comments by the Cabinet Secretary for the Economy, Jobs and Fair Work that the Scottish Government had no plans to cut Business Rates in the light of the Brexit vote, Scottish Chambers of Commerce have urged that inaction on Business Rates is no longer an option, given that next April’s revaluation of rates in Scotland will take no account of the economic impact of either Brexit or persistent low oil prices.

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Infrastructure Boost is a Welcome Start to Supporting Scotland’s Business

Scottish Chambers of Commerce has welcomed today’s announcement by the Scottish Government of an acceleration of its capital spending plans in the wake of the decision for the UK to leave the European Union. However, this must be backed up by action to tackle businesses’ cost base.  Commenting, Liz Cameron,…

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SCC EU SURVEY: BALANCE OF SCOTTISH BUSINESS OPINION CONTINUES TO FAVOUR REMAINING IN EU

•Final SCC pre-referendum survey shows that, with less than 22 days to go, a majority of Scottish businesspeople surveyed (68%) say they will vote for the UK to Remain in the European Union

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SCC Budget Reaction

Scottish Chambers of Commerce has welcomed “solid” budgetary measures  designed to boost business  and personal savings, and has urged a prominent role for business in leading innovation through the new City Deal packages. In her response to a budget in which Chancellor George Osborne announced downward revisions in tax income…

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The Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator, conducted in conjunction with Strathclyde University’s Fraser of Allander Institute, is Scotland’s longest running business survey of its kind and regularly provides an accurate and authoritative picture of the health of the Scottish economy and the issues facing businesses across various sectors.…

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Scottish Chamber of Commerce EU Referendum survey

We would invite you to participate in a survey Scottish Chamber is conducting in partnership with British Chambers of Commerce.

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Politicians Must Prioritise Talent and Investment

Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of Scottish Chambers of Commerce, comments on the Scottish Budget for 2016-17, announced by the Deputy First Minister this afternoon

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