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
  • Reuse Showhome pop-up at Ocean Terminal

    26th June 2019

    Zero Waste Leith, a pioneering project which is dedicated to creating a clean and vibrant Leith, with funding from the European Regional Development Fund has introduced a pop-up Reuse Showhome to Ocean Terminal for one week. Featuring unique and affordable interiors from more than 30 of the best makers, creators,…

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  • ScotRail looks to the future with upgraded CCTV system

    26th June 2019

    Over 280 stations and depots across Scotland’s Railway have benefited from new, upgraded high definition CCTV equipment. In a move to further improve the safety and security of its customers and employees, ScotRail has upgraded its analogue CCTV camera system to a new digital hybrid system. The new system has…

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  • Plans are afoot for opening up our Capital to everyone

    26th June 2019

    Edinburgh is one of the most attractive cities in the world in which to live, visit, work and study. The population is predicted to increase by 23,000 people by 2023 and tourism is booming. So, we’re working with the Scottish Government, our regional partners and local communities to meet the…

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  • Colliers International’s Midsummer Retail Report says Golden Age of online retail is ending

    26th June 2019

    Experts say Scotland could lead the way in curbing impact of deliveries Scotland, 26 June 2019 – Scotland’s retail landscape is changing as both online and traditional stores adapt to challenges to their business model, according to the latest report by Colliers International, and Scotland could lead the way into…

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  • Putting young people and their families first

    25th June 2019

    The Edinburgh Children’s Partnership has become the first in Scotland to receive a ‘very good’ rating from the Care Inspectorate following a recent inspection. The partnership, which consists of the City of Edinburgh Council, NHS Lothian, Police Scotland and the voluntary sector, is responsible for providing services for children in…

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  • Imaginate celebrates a record-breaking 30th Children’s Festival

    25th June 2019

    Last month, Imaginate celebrated the 30th edition of the Edinburgh International Children’s Festival, Scotland’s world-leading celebration of theatre and dance for children. From 25 May to 2 June, Edinburgh played host to 15 productions from 8 countries, attracting record-breaking audiences. Over 6,300 school pupils attended – a 12% increase from…

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  • Remove blockers in the skills system to alleviate recruitment struggles, says BCC and Indeed

    25th June 2019

    New research by the British Chambers of Commerce, in partnership with global job site Indeed, reveals the increasing time it’s taking businesses to recruit the skills they need, emphasising the importance of removing blockers in the training system to develop a pipeline of talent. Today the BCC and Indeed also…

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  • BCC comments on review of immigration proposals

    25th June 2019

    Commenting on the announcement that the Home Secretary Sajid Javid has asked the Migration Advisory Committee to review and advise on salary thresholds for the future immigration system, Mike Spicer, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), said:  “We have long campaigned for the Government to reconsider what to businesses…

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  • Football fans raised over £600 in support of bereaved dads in the city

    25th June 2019

    Football fans have raised over £600 to support SANDS Lothian after hosting an event that showcased the 2018 German Cup Final. Members of the Edinburgh Adler group, made up of Hibernian and Eintracht Frankfurt football fans, have generously donated all profits from the event that was held in the Cameo…

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  • Virgin Trains to showcase Red Carpet and Group Travel at business exhibition

    25th June 2019

    -Team from Virgin Trains will be at the Meetings Show at Olympia, London  -They will speaking about unique services they have on offer for company events -Aimed at the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events (MICE) market On-train meetings and conferences complete with a concierge or host, bespoke menus and special…

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