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
  • A guide to passing the practical driving test
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    A guide to passing the practical driving test

    9th April 2018

    The practical driving test is all about making sure you can drive safely and confidently in different conditions. It lasts about 40 minutes and costs £62 (or £75 if you opt for an evening, bank holiday or weekend test).

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  • What is an Online Estate Agent?
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    What is an Online Estate Agent?

    9th April 2018

    A commonly misused term of 21st century estate agency is ‘online estate agent’. The terms itself is a play on words and in my opinion should be re branded as ‘online-only estate agent’. Indeed, every estate agent be it traditional, online-only or other is almost certainly going to advertise online.

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  • Physis Scotland to offer free taster sessions on Transactional Analysis

    Physis Scotland to offer free taster sessions on Transactional Analysis

    9th April 2018

    What is Transactional Analysis? How does it differ to other modalities of counselling and psychotherapy? How can it be applied in other settings and environments?

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  • Commsworld Invest in Next Generation of Edinburgh’s Rugby Stars

    Commsworld Invest in Next Generation of Edinburgh’s Rugby Stars

    9th April 2018

    EDINBURGH’S premier rugby club has secured much-needed sponsorship which will enable it to develop both its flourishing academy and talented first team.

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  • Virgin Trains invests £1.2M in Newark Northgate station

    Virgin Trains invests £1.2M in Newark Northgate station

    9th April 2018

    Virgin Trains has today revealed a new forecourt at Newark Northgate which represents the latest stage of a £1.2M project to improve the station. Robert Jenrick, MP for Newark and David Horne, Managing Director for Virgin Trains on the east coast, revealed the plaque marking the opening of the enhanced station front.

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  • On your marks: is your brand portfolio ready for battle?
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    On your marks: is your brand portfolio ready for battle?

    9th April 2018

    Strong brand identity goes hand in hand with most successful businesses. One way of protecting your business identity is through the use of trade marks. A good trade mark strategy can allow you to robustly and quickly combat an infringement of your brand should the need arise.

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  • West Highland Line takes centre stage in new production

    West Highland Line takes centre stage in new production

    9th April 2018

    The West Highland line will take centre stage this month when a series of plays take place along the route.

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  • 1.5 Million Welcomes’ to Edinburgh!

    1.5 Million Welcomes’ to Edinburgh!

    9th April 2018

    Landmark Press, the hidden name behind leaflet display racks on view the length and breadth of the Country, has signed a three year deal with Edinburgh Bus Tours, Scotland’s second most popular paid for attraction, to spread the welcome word to the million plus visitors they will ferry around the City for the next three years.

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  • Converge Challenge 2018 hits record numbers!

    Converge Challenge 2018 hits record numbers!

    9th April 2018

    Converge Challenge 2018 closed to the record-breaking news of receiving 223 applications from Scottish University staff and students demonstrating the appetite for entrepreneurship across Scotland.

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  • Promoting Scottish Family Businesses

    Promoting Scottish Family Businesses

    9th April 2018

    Audi Fleet were delighted to be one of the sponsors of the inaugural Scottish Family Businesses United road trip which put the spotlight on family businesses.

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