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
  • New Dean aims to Strengthen Links with Industry

    New Dean aims to Strengthen Links with Industry

    13th March 2018

    Gail Boag takes on the role of Dean following seven years with BT which saw her become a regional director and member of the BT Scotland Board.

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  • Smashing Time in aid of Macmillan

    Smashing Time in aid of Macmillan

    13th March 2018

    An adult tennis charity event, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support and Advantage, a disability programme operating within Edinburgh, will take place at Craiglockhart Leisure and Tennis Centre on Thursday, 22 March from 7:00-9.30pm.

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  • Leading Scottish Tourism Business sees 19.5% Growth after Investing in Staff and Community Initiatives

    Leading Scottish Tourism Business sees 19.5% Growth after Investing in Staff and Community Initiatives

    13th March 2018

    As part of Scottish Tourism Month 2018, one of Scotland’s leading tourism businesses has revealed that its secret to success is through investing in people and the community.

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  • 5 Things You Should Do Before You Buy
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    5 Things You Should Do Before You Buy

    13th March 2018

    Thinking of buying a new home? Then there are 5 simple steps to take before you purchase

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  • Spring into action this season with over half a million tickets up for grabs in the Virgin Trains Spring Seat Sale

    Spring into action this season with over half a million tickets up for grabs in the Virgin Trains Spring Seat Sale

    13th March 2018

    Virgin Trains’ Spring Seat Sale is set to put a spring in passengers’ steps up and down the country this March, with tickets starting from just £5.

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  • Sodexo staff earn coveted HIT Scotland scholarships

    Sodexo staff earn coveted HIT Scotland scholarships

    13th March 2018

    Leading UK catering and events company, Sodexo Prestige Venues & Events, has cause to celebrate as staff from across the capital were recognised for their achievements and awarded Hospitality Industry Trust (HIT) Scholarships.

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  • 2018 Edinburgh Community Resilience Week

    2018 Edinburgh Community Resilience Week

    12th March 2018

    The City of Edinburgh Council and the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce are delighted to announce the programme of events for the 2018 Edinburgh Community Resilience Week being held from Tuesday 24 to Thursday 26 April.

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  • International consumers prepared to pay up to 22% more for British goods

    International consumers prepared to pay up to 22% more for British goods

    12th March 2018

    As Britain prepares to negotiate fresh trade deals abroad, new global research from Barclays Corporate Banking reveals two fifths (39%) of international consumers would be more inclined to buy a product if it displayed the Union Jack.

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  • Overcoming barriers to export through collaboration

    Overcoming barriers to export through collaboration

    12th March 2018

    When considering exporting for the first time, businesses can face a number of barriers: lack of experience, legislative difficulties in other countries, and inadequate resources to manage shipping and logistics matters are just some of the new challenges they may come up against.

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  • Edinburgh Chamber to launch international trade platform in April

    Edinburgh Chamber to launch international trade platform in April

    12th March 2018

    COBCOE, the organisation representing British chambers in mainland Europe for over 40 years, has teamed up with TIAO, a new technology company based in Belgium, to put together the best of both worlds.

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