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Strong Trade In Services Boosts UK Exports

Responding to the latest trade data from the ONS, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “The UK had another good year for services exports in 2023, showing the strength of that side of our economy. But there will be concern about the drop…

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Economy Toils As Recession Bites

Responding to the ONS’ first GDP estimate for the fourth quarter of 2023, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy and Insight at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “A contraction in GDP for the final quarter of 2023 means the UK economy is in technical recession. Businesses were already under no…

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Centennial Single Malt Celebration for St Columba’s

St Columba’s Hospice Care is offering whisky enthusiasts the unique opportunity to own a piece of Leith history. The Edinburgh charity is set to auction an exclusive cask of Single Malt whisky from The Bonnington Distillery, the first Single Malt distillery in Leith for nearly 100 years. Generously donated by…

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NEW LANDLORD SAFETY RULES ‘FLAWED AND UNWORKABLE’ SAYS LEADING EDINBURGH LETTING AGENT – AS MARCH 1 DEADLINE LOOMS

A leading Edinburgh letting agent has hit out at the latest changes to safety regulations that private landlords must comply with or risk prosecution. The government-issued Repairing Standard Guidance sets repair requirements for landlords in Scotland’s private sector with the latest revisions due to become law on 1 March 2024.…

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Unpicking the lock – survey aims to find out if there really is a disconnect between investors and founders

EIE24 launches first national Investment Landscape Survey The team behind Scotland’s flagship event for business founders and investors has launched a survey to try and establish clarity around the state of the investment landscape in Scotland. EIE24, which returns as an in-person event in Edinburgh this year, wants to know…

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Inflation Remains a Real Concern for Business

Responding to the latest inflation figures from the ONS, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses need price stability, so today’s news that inflation remained unchanged in January is welcome. “However, firms consistently tell us inflation is their top concern. In our latest research 58%…

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Building Tomorrow: Innovative Development Through the Lifetime of a Project

Join Shoosmiths for an engaging two-part seminar series Building Tomorrow: Innovative Development Through the Lifetime of a Project. The series host, real estate principal associate Megan McDonald, will be joined by our specialist legal experts, who will share their knowledge and experience on how collaboration across various aspects of a real…

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DWF comments on latest Scotland Labour Market figures

During the period October to December 2023 Scotland’s labour market remained resilient despite the ongoing economic uncertainty.  Over the quarter the unemployment rate increased slightly, the employment rate increased and the inactivity rate decreased.  The highlights for the period show Scotland’s unemployment rate was 4.5%, an increase of 0.1% over…

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Scottish tech company supports groundbreaking search for Amelia Earhart’s lost plane, revealing new sonar imagery

How satellite technology helped explorers get closer to solving a 90 year mystery  Scottish tech company Clarus Networks Group is playing a key role in uncovering one of the greatest mysteries in aviation history – the disappearance of Amelia Earhart. Supporting South Carolina-based marine robotics experts Deep Sea Vision on…

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Business Fears Over Number Not Seeking Work 

Responding to the latest labour market data from ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Fewer vacancies show the labour market is softening but firms are still reporting difficulties finding skilled staff and the large number of inactive workers is concerning. “To grow…

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