Thursday 09 September 2010
Tuesday 07 September 2010
This autumn, Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce is delivering a major international conference, the Scottish Low Carbon Investment (SLCI) Conference, 28-29 September, supported by the Scottish Government.
Thursday 02 September 2010
Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce today reaffirmed its commitment to seek changes over this April's Non-Domestic Rates (NDR, commonly known as 'Business Rates') revaluation. Businesses are faced with a revaluation based on the state of the economy as at 1 April 2008.
Thursday 26 August 2010
Edinburgh City Libraries (ECL) has got a range of online (and offline) free business support resources to help local businesses develop and thrive.
Wednesday 25 August 2010
We have entered into a partnership with Aviva Health UK Ltd and specialist broker Caledonian Health Solutions, to offer all our members access to a new private medical insurance scheme.
Thursday 19 August 2010
Young entrepreneurs from Scotland have two weeks left to put themselves forward for a chance to win the coveted Shell LiveWIRE Young Entrepreneur of the Year award, which shines a light on the achievements of the UK's most talented young entrepreneurs.
Thursday 19 August 2010
Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce has launched a Non Domestic Rates campaign to restore transitional relief, which has the effect of capping any increases to 12.5%.
Thursday 19 August 2010
Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce and The Scotsman have been hunting for a ‘Brand of the Future’; an emerging business with the potential to take the market by storm. Six exciting new Scottish businesses have come through to compete in the live ‘Dragons’ Den’ style final which will be one of the main events at the first ever Edinburgh International Marketing Festival.
Thursday 19 August 2010
As you probably already know, social media is all about conversation. The skill is how to utilise those conversations effectively to enhance your brand presence in these social media spaces.
Tuesday 17 August 2010
Over 50% of the top 100,000 websites have Google Analytics installed, but how many of them are getting the most from it?
Tuesday 17 August 2010
Search engine optimisation, link building, affiliate marketing, online PR.....
Monday 16 August 2010
If your organisation has 50 staff or less there are new funding opportunities available for staff training and development. The funding covers most courses relating to business needs and you could use it to help train up to 10 people.
Thursday 12 August 2010
A message from Lothian & Borders Police with regard to the group known as Camp for Climate Change (Climate Camp), who plan to hold their annual camp in or near to the City of Edinburgh between 19th and 25th August 2010.
Thursday 29 July 2010
Interested in becoming more involved with your Chamber?
Thursday 22 July 2010
Edinburgh Chamber is yet again partnering with Procurex Scotland, the country’s leading event designed around the needs of public sector buying professionals, now in its third year.
Monday 07 July 2010
Are you thinking of starting up a business? Then this event is for you!
Thursday 01 July 2010
Following feedback from members, the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce has decided to discontinue a number of products and services in our membership package and we are also informing publishers of external publications that they may no longer use our membership data for sales calls.
Friday 25 June 2010
Leading British airline British Midland International (bmi), has launched 'bmifriday' - a new monthly promotion which starts today and will run on the last Friday of every month. Customers can get up to 42 per cent off selected fares for five hours only between 12 noon and 5pm.
Thursday 24 June 2010
DLA Piper is hosting an an evening of lively discussion and debate on this topical motion, which will be deliberated by a panel of pre-eminent members of the legal, political and regulatory arena together with those representing the view of campaign groups and businesses, including Edinburgh Chamber's Managing Director, Graham Birse.
Tuesday 22 June 2010
Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce comments on George Osborne's first budget as Chancellor, with an 'at-a-glance summary' of the main points.
Thursday 17 June 2010
This FREE event will cover an introduction to recruitment & selection, and will explain how haveing a good strategy will result in better organisational outcomes.
Monday 31 May 2010
Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce in partnership with City of Edinburgh Council would like to invite you to attend our FREE Master Class.
Thursday 27 May 2010
Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Jewel & Esk College and a host of private sector advisers will be delivering a week of free e-business/ICT training and advice.
Wednesday 26 May 2010
A new planning concordat, the first of its kind in Scotland, has been agreed by Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce and the City of Edinburgh Council.
Monday 17 May 2010
Following a review of our internal processes and in order to streamline our activities as well as improve our service to members, we are introducing a new approach to Events bookings and payment.
Friday 14 May 2010
To encourage our members to showcase their talent by entering the Chamber Awards 2010 - with £50,000 worth of cash prizes up for grabs - we are offering a reward to any business within our network that submits an application!
Monday 10 May 2010
This conference takes place at Our Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh, Friday 11 June, and will bring together specialists and policy-makers in the field of urban and regional development to debate the means and methods to revitalise and encourage investment in the city region.
Wednesday 10 May 2010
Edinburgh Chamber members are being urged to showcase their talent by entering a top business award.
Thursday 06 May 2010
Thinking businesses across in Scotland could win a share in £90 million worth of funding, a financial reward of up to £100,000 and an overseas Thought Exchange Trip for networking and business development, courtesy of HSBC Commercial Banking's new initiative, ‘Business Thinking 2010’.
Tuesday 27 April 2010
bmi offers Chamber members a 10% off flight from Edinburgh.
Tuesday 27 April 2010
Results published by the CAA show bmi Regional’s consistent high performance in Edinburgh. Book now for flights from just £37 to destinations including Brussels, Manchester, Zurich, Leeds and Copenhagen
Thursday 22 April 2010
Is your business innovative, dynamic and cutting edge? Do you have a unique service or product? Could it be described as a world’s first? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then enter the new Brands of the Future competition and you could win £8,000 worth of business and marketing support!
Wednesday 21 April 2010
The Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, including the Members Hub at Capital House, will be shut from 12.30pm on Friday the 23rd of April.
Friday 16 April 2010
The Scottish Chambers of Commerce and NHS Health Scotland have partnered to provide safer, healthier and more productive workplaces via the Healthy Working Lives Adviceline.
Thursday 15 April 2010
Edinburgh Airport is currently closed for all flights due to the danger posed by the volcanic ash from Iceland. In order that the city responds appropriately to the large number of passengers that are unable to make their travel plans, Edinburgh Airport is inviting businesses to provide special offers/discounts to those stranded.
Sunday 11 April 2010
Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce today called for a rethink on Non-Domestic Rates, informed by a survey of its membership.
Friday 02 April 2010
Are you eligible or do you know someone eligible to enter the Gannochy Trust Innovation Award - with a chance to a £50,000 prize for individual achievement in innovation!
Thursday 01 April 2010
The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework Partnership has coordinated a study reviewing the recognition of learning and skills for migrant workers and refugees in Scotland. As a result, a number of possible models for Scotland have emerged and they now want to consult with stakeholders in June on each of these models.
Thursday 01 April 2010
Scottish Chambers of Commerce yesterday launched their pre-General Election policy document, entitled ‘Down to Business 2010’. The paper sets out the priorities of Scottish Chambers’ 9,500 business members as we enter a period in which Scotland will experience three elections, at UK, Scottish and local levels, in just three years. Its key themes are partnership and opportunity.
Wednesday 24 March 2010
A special supplement in The Scotsman, celebrating Edinburgh Chamber's recent UK Chamber of the Year win, is to be published in April, offering Chamber members significantly discounted advertising and sponsorship opportunities.
Tuesday 16 March 2010
In the current economic climate every business needs to stay one step ahead. A 0% loan from the Carbon Trust could help you do just that.
Thursday 11 March 2010
The right to appeal against assessments in the 2005 Rating List expires on 31 March 2010.
Wednesday 03 March 2010
A £1.5m investment to improve passenger access at Haymarket Station has been moved up to get underway this April.
Wednesday 26 February 2010
Wednesday 24 February 2010
A series of Round Table Business Breakfasts will take place across the country throughout the summer with a 'pilot' session to be held on Tuesday 2 March in a private boardroom at Starbucks, Palmerston Place, Edinburgh.
Wednesday 24 February 2010
Scottish Chambers of Commerce will today (Wednesday 24 February) be joining with Edinburgh, Fife and West Lothian Chambers of Commerce in presenting evidence in support of the new Forth Road Bridge to the Scottish Parliament’s recently constituted Forth Crossing Bill Committee. The Chambers’ message is clear – a new Forth Road Bridge is essential and must be completed by 2016 at the latest.
Monday 15 February 2010
Following the success of last year’s week of events, the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, the City of Edinburgh Council and Lothian and Borders Police partnership is delighted to invite you to the 2nd Annual Edinburgh Community Resilience Week, 1–4 March 2010.
Friday 11 February 2010
The Edinburgh Evening News has lauched a major new advertising initiative as part of a 'Get Edinburgh Back to Work' campaign, and they are offering Chamber members an exclusive additionl saving.
