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
  • BCC comments on ONS gender pay gap data

    29th October 2019

    Responding to ONS gender pay gap data published today, Jane Gratton, Head of People Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “It’s right that more women in senior roles are being fairly rewarded, but we need more action to ensure women of all ages receive fair and equal pay at every level. “Employers must identify and remove all…

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  • Working together to protect Water of Leith basin

    28th October 2019

    A new agreement on the day-to-day management of the Water of Leith basin is to be established amongst key partners. Plans for the agreement, which will involve the City of Edinburgh Council, Water of Leith Conservation Trust, Water of Leith 2000, Forth Ports, and Friends of the Water of Leith…

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  • Intelligent Mobile win big at The Herald Scottish Digital Business Awards

    28th October 2019

    It was an absolutely fantastic night for Intelligent Mobile at The Herald Scottish Digital Business Awards on Wednesday night, as they took home two awards  – including the top prize on the night of Digital Agency of the Year. Being crowned Digital Agency of the Year is great recognition of…

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  • Ryden completes the purchase of well secured retail investment in Arbroath, Scotland for £432,500

    28th October 2019

    Acting on behalf of a private London based investor, Ryden has purchased the Heritable Interest in 183-187 High Street, Arbroath, Scotland for £432,500 reflecting a net initial yield of 8.6%. The retail unit, which extends to approx. 3,000 sq ft, sits within the main pedestrianised section of the High Street…

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    What Employees are Looking for in a Good Employer

    28th October 2019

    Kristin Lamb, Head of Sales and Service for ExecSpace, one of the UK’s leading venue finding agencies shares her views on what she believes employees are looking for in a good employer. Flexibility – In this day and age, I think it’s really important that employers can be flexible with…

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  • ScotExport 2019

    28th October 2019

    Scotland’s flagship exporting event ScotExport is coming back to Glasgow on 12 November 2019. Whether you’re new to exporting or already trading overseas, ScotExport brings together the experts, advice and knowledge sharing you’ll need to grow international sales. With over 500 delegates last year and presence from Scotland’s providers of…

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  • Reuse. Refill. Recycle. 5 simple, stunning and sustainable promotional gifts

    25th October 2019

    Are you an environmentally friendly brand looking for great eco promotional product ideas for staff, events or marketing campaigns? If the answer is yes, then this article is for you. We’ve put together a list of our 5 most sought-after eco-friendly products, to help you promote your brand without sacrificing…

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  • In for a penny to lose the pounds

    25th October 2019

    Be in for just a penny and lose the pounds in time for Christmas. Edinburgh Leisure is reducing their normal joining fee to just 1p on any of their fitness, swim, gym, class and climb memberships meaning there’s no excuse not to get fit. The offer is available from Friday,…

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  • Colombian visitors get creative at Edinburgh College

    25th October 2019

    A group of five performing arts professionals from Colombia are attending Edinburgh College to develop their English and find out more about the prominence of the creative industries in Scotland. Diana Cifuentes, Juan Orozco, Angelica Corredor, Nathalia Contreras, and Mateo Rueda are participating in an eight-week programme, which involves them…

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  • Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants launches ‘Stay Human Project’ at Edinburgh’s Kimpton Charlotte Square

    24th October 2019

    Every Kimpton Stay Human room is filled with experiences designed to foster human connections Boutique luxury brand, Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants launches The Kimpton Stay Human Project in Edinburgh’s Kimpton Charlotte Square for the first time. Guests are asked to forge meaningful ties with each other by working together on…

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