News & Blog

Read the latest business news, blogs and thought leadership articles from our members, as well as updates on the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce's work in the city.

News & Blog
  • 8th Edinburgh Traditional Building Festival Details Announced

    7th August 2020

    The line-up for the 8th Edinburgh Traditional Building Festival has been announced with all the organisers and presenters donating their time to “Celebrate Edinburgh’s Traditional Buildings.” The traditional building festival is normally a part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, but in light of recent circumstances in relation to COVID-19, this…

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  • Edinburgh Napier start-ups flourishing in post Covid-19 life

    7th August 2020

    Bright Red Triangle supporting more businesses than ever before Bright Red Triangle – Edinburgh Napier University’s hub for innovation and enterprise – is supporting more businesses than ever before after an increase in the uptake of its services during lockdown. The hub – which provides a range of support that…

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  • Council publishes 1,800 views on Choices for City Plan 2030

    7th August 2020

    Next week councillors will discuss the 1,800 responses to Choices for City Plan 2030 This follows a public consultation which ran from 31 January to 30 April Plus a revised Development Plan Scheme setting out a new timetable for City Plan 2030 A report which sets out 1,800 responses to…

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  • Exciting Opportunity at Edinburgh Chamber – Digital Marketing Executive

    7th August 2020

    Role Overview The Digital Marketing Executive will be responsible for driving the Edinburgh Chamber’s external digital marketing activity with the aim of increasing our reach and profile, generating leads and enhancing our digital performance. This role will be instrumental in the success of marketing team and will involve planning, implementing…

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  • Edinburgh’s CEOs Are Back In The Dog House

    6th August 2020

    The city’s top business minds will trade the boardroom for a kennel when Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home kicks off its fourth annual ‘In the Dog House’ event on Friday 25 September. The Home is once again inviting CEOs, business leaders and influencers to spend a day in their kennels…

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  • Weekly insight from PwC’s experts on the latest frequently asked questions

    6th August 2020

    This week’s topics: The impact of COVID-19 on travel insurers Business administrations – should we expect to see an increase in the autumn? How COVID-19 affects worker productivity COVID-19 has forced the hand of organisations into being more mindful of employees’ family and caring responsibilities How will the ‘Eat out…

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  • Last chance to buy a stunning apartment at Miller Homes’ bustling Bonnington Development

    6th August 2020

    Time Out magazine recently named Edinburgh’s Leith as one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods. Miller Homes’ created its Bonnington development right in heart of the bustling community and since launching it’s been extremely popular with young professionals looking to set up home. But there’s only three apartments left, so buyers…

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  • Decade of continued growth marks new record for Brodies

    6th August 2020

    Leading Scottish and top 50 UK law firm, Brodies LLP, has continued to make progress for the year to 30 April 2020, reporting a 7% increase in turnover to £82.0m (2018/19: £76.9m). This amounts to 20% growth in the last two years and marks the tenth consecutive year of progress…

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  • Get on Board scheme honoured at national awards

    6th August 2020

    Project aims to bring diversity to the boardroom Edinburgh Napier’s ground-breaking Get on Board programme has been honoured with a prestigious Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE). The programme – which places students with the boards of charities, voluntary organisations and public bodies, and gives them opportunities to network with…

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  • Summit for St Columba’s! 7 Hills in 7 Days – 21 to 28 August 2020. 7 Reasons to Enter!

    6th August 2020

    In July I got in touch to set you, your colleagues and friends our new virtual challenge – to climb the 7 Hills of Edinburgh in a week (or a day!) and fundraise for St Columba’s Hospice Care. I hope you’re planning to take part and look forward to hearing from you soon.…

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