http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/index.aspx?rss=1edinburghchamber.co.uk copyright 2010The right to appeal against assessments in the 2005 Rating List expires on 31 March 2010. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/2005_rate_appeal.aspxThu, 11 Mar 2010 11:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/2005_rate_appeal.aspxAmidst the splendour of Christopher Wren's National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce last night scooped the top prize at the annual British Chambers of Commerce Awards, being acclaimed Best Chamber in the UK.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/2009_best_chamber_award.aspxFri, 27 Nov 2009 09:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/2009_best_chamber_award.aspxBBC1 TV is interested in hearing from businesses and people who make their own products and sell them for a new TV series.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bbc_seeking_applicants_for_tv_series.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bbc_seeking_applicants_for_tv_series.aspxThe British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), one of the country’s leading business groups, celebrates its 150th anniversary this year.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bcc_celebrate_150th_anniversary.aspxThu, 11 Feb 2010 16:30:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bcc_celebrate_150th_anniversary.aspxA 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/best_uk_chamber_scotsman_april2010.aspxWed, 24 Mar 2010 10:40:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/best_uk_chamber_scotsman_april2010.aspxLeading 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bmi_launhces_bmifriday.aspxFri, 25 Jun 2010 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bmi_launhces_bmifriday.aspxbmi offers Chamber members a 10% off flight from Edinburgh. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bmi_offer_edin-leeds-man.aspxTue, 27 Apr 2010 18:20:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bmi_offer_edin-leeds-man.aspxResults 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 http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bmi_punctuality.aspxTue, 27 Apr 2010 18:15:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bmi_punctuality.aspxEdinburgh 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/brands_of_future_at_eimf.aspxThu, 19 Aug 2010 13:43:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/brands_of_future_at_eimf.aspxIs 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!http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/brands_of_the_future_2010.aspxThu, 22 Apr 2010 09:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/brands_of_the_future_2010.aspxDLA 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bribery_act_debate_june2010.aspxThu, 24 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/bribery_act_debate_june2010.aspxOur members' publication, Business Comment, is re-launching with the October/November issue and is getting a total makeover.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/business_comment_gets_a_makeover.aspxWed, 16 Sep 2009 13:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/business_comment_gets_a_makeover.aspxBusiness Growth Clubs are a series of workshops that will give you direct access to industry experts from a range of sectors. The aim is to bring you together with a select group of businessmen and women and help sharpen your focus even further.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/business_growth_clubs.aspxWed, 11 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/business_growth_clubs.aspxRon Hewitt, Chief Executive of Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce today commented on the year ahead and the year past.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/business_opportunities_in_difficult_times.aspxWed, 07 Jan 2009 15:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/business_opportunities_in_difficult_times.aspxEdinburgh 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/business_rates_campaign_support.aspxThu, 02 Sep 2010 12:55:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/business_rates_campaign_support.aspxThinking 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’.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/business_thinking_2010_launched.aspxThu, 06 May 2010 13:30:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/business_thinking_2010_launched.aspxEdinburgh Chamber of Commerce today called for a rethink on Non-Domestic Rates, informed by a survey of its membership. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/call_for_ndr_rethink.aspxSun, 11 Apr 2010 13:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/call_for_ndr_rethink.aspxIn 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/carbon_trust_business_loans_march10.aspxTue, 16 Mar 2010 09:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/carbon_trust_business_loans_march10.aspxEdinburgh Chamber members are being urged to showcase their talent by entering a top business award.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_awards_2010_march10.aspxMon, 10 May 2010 13:14:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_awards_2010_march10.aspxTo 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! http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_awards_incentive_2010.aspxFri, 14 May 2010 08:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_awards_incentive_2010.aspxThe Deputy Chief Executive of the Edinburgh Chamber Graham Birse has called for a swift resolution of the Edinburgh refuse dispute.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_calls_for_refuse_dispute_resolution.aspxThu, 23 Jul 2009 13:15:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_calls_for_refuse_dispute_resolution.aspxEdinburgh Chamber of Commerce today welcomed a number of points in the Chancellor's budget statement but urged caution on the detail about which the Chancellor was not specific.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_gives_cautious_welcome_to_budget_statement.aspxWed, 22 Apr 2009 09:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_gives_cautious_welcome_to_budget_statement.aspxOn 2 September Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce held its Annual General Meeting at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, at which Chief Executive Ron Hewitt launched the Chamber's campaign for public sector reform - Time for Renewal.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_launches_campaign_for_public_sector_reform.aspxThu, 03 Sep 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_launches_campaign_for_public_sector_reform.aspxEdinburgh Chamber is launching a new, innovative way for businesses to market themselves through an online video service, meanbusiness.tv, with an exclusive introductory offer for Chamber members.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_launches_online_video_marketing_tool.aspxTue, 08 Sep 2009 09:30:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_launches_online_video_marketing_tool.aspxThe Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, including the Members Hub at Capital House, will be shut from 12.30pm on Friday the 23rd of April. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_shut_23april_staffawayday.aspxWed, 21 Apr 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_shut_23april_staffawayday.aspxEdinburgh Chamber of Commerce today welcomed the Scottish Green Party's proposals for a Europe wide home insulation programme.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_welcomes_insulation_proposals.aspxWed, 03 Jun 2009 11:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_welcomes_insulation_proposals.aspxEdinburgh Chamber of Commerce today welcomed the appointment of its President, Richard Jeffrey as Chief Executive of tie (Transport Initiatives Edinburgh).http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_welcomes_tie_appointment.aspxThu, 02 Apr 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/chamber_welcomes_tie_appointment.aspxA 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/climate_camp_2010.aspxThu, 12 Aug 2010 14:30:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/climate_camp_2010.aspxIn July 2008, the Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) issued a consultation on smart and advanced metering for small and medium business sites.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/consutation_on_sme_smart_metering.aspxThu, 28 May 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/consutation_on_sme_smart_metering.aspxInterested in becoming more involved with your Chamber? http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/council_member_10.aspxThu, 29 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/council_member_10.aspxThis 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/cspp_edinburgh_city_region_conference_2010.aspxMon, 10 May 2010 14:33:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/cspp_edinburgh_city_region_conference_2010.aspxbmi is offering members of the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce a 10% discount off Flexible Economy fares on the Edinburgh or Glasgow to London Heathrow routes.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/discounted_bmi_flights_feb10.aspxTue, 02 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/discounted_bmi_flights_feb10.aspxEntrepreneurs and business people in Scotland once again have a chance to make their business dreams come true by appearing on BBC programme Dragons’ Den. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/dragons_den_bbc_2010.aspxThu, 17 Dec 2009 12:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/dragons_den_bbc_2010.aspxEdinburgh 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/ebusiness_week_2010.aspxThu, 27 May 2010 09:37:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/ebusiness_week_2010.aspxEdinburgh Chamber and the Scottish Chambers of Commerce have secured an unprecedented £7.5 million of grant money and European match funding through new international division, Scottish Chambers International, to deliver an 'Intelligent Exporter' project jointly with Scottish Development International.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/ecc_wins_intelligent_exporter.aspxTue, 12 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/ecc_wins_intelligent_exporter.aspxEdinburgh 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edinburgh_airport_emergency_discount_scheme.aspxThu, 15 Apr 2010 13:55:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edinburgh_airport_emergency_discount_scheme.aspxOur opening times during the festive season - and a wee Christmas greeting to all members, partners and other contacts!http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edinburgh_chamber_christmas_opening_times.aspxFri, 11 Dec 2009 12:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edinburgh_chamber_christmas_opening_times.aspxHave a query about your membership? Want to speak to someone face to face?http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edinburgh_chamber_member_surgery.aspxMon, 20 Jul 2009 09:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edinburgh_chamber_member_surgery.aspxOrganisations throughout the city of Edinburgh have teamed up to organise one of the capital's most spectacular Christmases ever. With an investment of over £800,000, the brand-new 'Edinburgh Sparkles' campaign will be promoted throughout the UK, bringing together fresh events and free parking with traditional favourites.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edinburgh_gets_set_to_sparkle.aspxThu, 05 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edinburgh_gets_set_to_sparkle.aspxhttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edinburgh_planning_concordat.aspxThu, 04 Mar 2010 15:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edinburgh_planning_concordat.aspxEdinburgh City Libraries (ECL) has got a range of online (and offline) free business support resources to help local businesses develop and thrive. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edin_city_libraries_business_resources.aspxThu, 26 Aug 2010 09:10:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edin_city_libraries_business_resources.aspxFollowing 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edin_community_resilience_event_march10.aspxMon, 15 Feb 2010 13:20:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/edin_community_resilience_event_march10.aspxEdinburgh Chamber of Commerce comments on George Osborne's first budget as Chancellor, with an 'at-a-glance summary' of the main points. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/emergency_budget_summary.aspxTue, 22 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/emergency_budget_summary.aspxThis FREE event will cover an introduction to recruitment & selection, and will explain how haveing a good strategy will result in better organisational outcomes.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/ethnic_enterprise_29thjune.aspxThu, 17 Jun 2010 11:28:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/ethnic_enterprise_29thjune.aspxThe 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.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/evening_news_wants_to_get_edinburgh_back_to_work.aspxThu, 11 Feb 2010 17:42:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/evening_news_wants_to_get_edinburgh_back_to_work.aspxThe Scottish Government has responded to concerns about the cost of recent fire regulations by publishing a consultation on new draft regulations which are aimed at substantially reducing the cost of compliance for small guest house owners. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/fire_safety_consultation.aspxTue, 01 Dec 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/fire_safety_consultation.aspxBritish Airways has offered UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) 4,000 free international return flights for its UK-based SME customers, with a substantial proportion of the free flights allocated to Scotland.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/free_british_airways_flights.aspxWed, 27 May 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/free_british_airways_flights.aspxWe're calling on members to submit details NOW re any internal vacancies that you plan for advertise from the start of February onwards, so that we can post free job ads for you on our new Edinburgh Chamber Recruitment Online (ECRO) service. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/free_job_ads_on_ecc_website.aspxMon, 25 Jan 2010 13:45:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/free_job_ads_on_ecc_website.aspxNew online business directory, Digital Directory, is offering all Edinburgh Chamber members a free basic listing when the directory goes live in August 2009.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/free_listing_in_new_digital_directory.aspxWed, 01 Jul 2009 11:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/free_listing_in_new_digital_directory.aspxIf 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/funding_for_training_aug10.aspxMon, 16 Aug 2010 09:55:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/funding_for_training_aug10.aspxAre 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!http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/gannochy_trust_innovation_award_2010.aspxFri, 02 Apr 2010 14:51:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/gannochy_trust_innovation_award_2010.aspxJohn Micklethwait, a guest speaker at a recent Edinburgh Chamber Premier Series dinner, has written a powerful study of the resurgance of religious faith across the world.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/god_is_back.aspxThu, 14 May 2009 13:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/god_is_back.aspxOver 50% of the top 100,000 websites have Google Analytics installed, but how many of them are getting the most from it?http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/google_analytics.aspxTue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/google_analytics.aspxThe Government has called on organisations to share successful business initiatives with industry peers and consumers to grow the nation's business confidence.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/government_backs_national_business_awards.aspxTue, 21 Apr 2009 12:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/government_backs_national_business_awards.aspxThe Department of Health has called on organisations to come forward and help to pilot the 'Fit for Work' service programme, which will use £13million to test how long term sickness absentees can be helped to recover and get back into work quickly.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/government_launches_fit_for_work_initiative.aspxTue, 03 Mar 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/government_launches_fit_for_work_initiative.aspxThe Carbon Trust is to improve access for small and medium businesses to over £100m in interest-free and unsecured loans. The move is intended to help more businesses survive the recession by cutting both their energy costs and their carbon footprints.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/green_deal_for_sme_energy_bills.aspxWed, 29 Jul 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/green_deal_for_sme_energy_bills.aspxA £1.5m investment to improve passenger access at Haymarket Station has been moved up to get underway this April.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/haymarket_lift.aspxWed, 03 Mar 2010 14:30:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/haymarket_lift.aspxhttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/haymarket_tramfeb10.aspxFri, 26 Feb 2010 16:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/haymarket_tramfeb10.aspxThe Scottish Chambers of Commerce and NHS Health Scotland have partnered to provide safer, healthier and more productive workplaces via the Healthy Working Lives Adviceline. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/healthy_working_lives_advice_line.aspxFri, 16 Apr 2010 16:40:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/healthy_working_lives_advice_line.aspxhttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/health_safety_mar10.aspxThu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/health_safety_mar10.aspxThe questions listed in our 'What if?' document are those which businesses need to ask themselves in order to ensure their resilience and continuity should an unforeseen event arise.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/how_to_keep_your_business_resilient.aspxWed, 27 May 2009 09:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/how_to_keep_your_business_resilient.aspxEdinburgh Chamber of Commerce in partnership with City of Edinburgh Council would like to invite you to attend our FREE Master Class.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/inspiring_enterprise_9thjune.aspxMon, 31 May 2010 15:57:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/inspiring_enterprise_9thjune.aspxJCI (Junior Chamber International) Scotland has announced exciting plans to launch a new personal development and networking organisation in Stirling as part of a nationwide expansion.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/jci_scotland_launches_new_stirling_group.aspxThu, 17 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/jci_scotland_launches_new_stirling_group.aspxAdam Smith College has hosted the Adam Smith Lecture 2009 with Kofi Annan as the guest speaker providing insights on Africa and the world economy. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/kofi_annan_adam_smith_lecture_2009.aspxThu, 14 May 2009 11:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/kofi_annan_adam_smith_lecture_2009.aspxEdinburgh Chamber of Commerce is hosting a conference with the Edinburgh Institute at Napier University with the Chartered Management Institute, on Tuesday 3 February 9.30am - 2pm at Napier University's Business School, focussing on the importance of enterprise and leadership in challenging times.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/leadership_in_challenging_times.aspxTue, 27 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/leadership_in_challenging_times.aspxAn online directory called 'Chamber Local', which was misleading businesses by implying they were selling advertising on behalf of local chambers of commerce, has had to shut after the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) secured the UK trade mark registration for the use of 'Chamber'. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/local_chamber_online_directory_stopped_bybcc.aspxMon, 25 Jan 2010 13:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/local_chamber_online_directory_stopped_bybcc.aspxFollowing 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/membership_benefits_review_july2010.aspxThu, 01 Jul 2010 12:42:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/membership_benefits_review_july2010.aspxIt's time for Networking Scotland 2010, a not-for-profit annual event that has become one of the most popular networking events in Scotland's business spring calendar. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/networking_scotland_2010.aspxWed, 06 Jan 2010 14:08:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/networking_scotland_2010.aspxFollowing 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.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/new_chamber_events_booking_system_may2010.aspxMon, 17 May 2010 11:30:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/new_chamber_events_booking_system_may2010.aspxWe 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.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/new_ecc_private_med_insurance_aug10.aspxWed, 25 Aug 2010 10:55:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/new_ecc_private_med_insurance_aug10.aspxScottish 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/new_forth_crossing_a_necessity.aspxWed, 24 Feb 2010 08:30:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/new_forth_crossing_a_necessity.aspxEdinburgh 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%.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/non_domestic_rates_appeal_2010.aspxThu, 19 Aug 2010 14:20:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/non_domestic_rates_appeal_2010.aspxSearch engine optimisation, link building, affiliate marketing, online PR.....http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/online_marketing.aspxTue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/online_marketing.aspxEdinburgh Chamber of Commerce today called for some hard thinking about the future of the Creative Industries Sector in the light of difficulties in the Financial Services Industries.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/opportunities_for_the_creative_sector.aspxWed, 07 Jan 2009 12:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/opportunities_for_the_creative_sector.aspxA new planning concordat, the first of its kind in Scotland, has been agreed by Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce and the City of Edinburgh Council. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/planning_concordat_launch_may10.aspxWed, 26 May 2010 15:14:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/planning_concordat_launch_may10.aspxEdinburgh 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/procurex_scotland_2010.aspxThu, 22 Jul 2010 13:05:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/procurex_scotland_2010.aspxThe first ever national contracts advertising portal, Public Contracts Scotland, was officially launched at the Scottish Government National Public Procurement Conference, Procurex, in Glasgow last year. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/public_contracts_website_launched.aspxTue, 01 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/public_contracts_website_launched.aspxThe Royal Bank of Scotland has launched a Scottish Fund offering an additional £250 million of business lending. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/rbs_opens_sme_fund.aspxWed, 18 Mar 2009 11:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/rbs_opens_sme_fund.aspxThe Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce has put together a package of measures designed to help members stay ahead of the recession.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/recession_support_for_edinburgh_chamber_members.aspxFri, 16 Jan 2009 09:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/recession_support_for_edinburgh_chamber_members.aspxA 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/round_table_event.aspxWed, 24 Feb 2010 11:05:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/round_table_event.aspxWe have joined forces with Business Stream, the leading water and waste water services supplier in Scotland, to offer Edinburgh Chamber members a substantial minimum 2.25% discount when you sign up to a five year contract paid by direct debit.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/save_on_your_water_bill.aspxFri, 06 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/save_on_your_water_bill.aspxScottish 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/scc_gets_down_to_business.aspxThu, 01 Apr 2010 11:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/scc_gets_down_to_business.aspxYoung 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/shell_livewire_young_entrepreneur_2010.aspxThu, 19 Aug 2010 16:55:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/shell_livewire_young_entrepreneur_2010.aspxEdinburgh Chamber of Commerce launched its Silver Economy initiative in September 2008 - targetting support for entrepreneurs over 50 years old - and this weekend celebrated passing the fifty mark - in terms of individual beneficiaries.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/silver_economy_programme_reaches_milestone.aspxFri, 24 Jul 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/silver_economy_programme_reaches_milestone.aspxThis 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/slci_conference_sep10.aspxTue, 07 Sep 2010 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/slci_conference_sep10.aspxScottish Secretary of State Jim Murphy is encouraging small firms across Scotland to log on to the government's Supply2.gov.uk website to take advantage of the thousands of government contracts available.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/small_scottish_firms_and_govt_contracts.aspxThu, 12 Feb 2009 11:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/small_scottish_firms_and_govt_contracts.aspxAs 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.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/social_media_event.aspxThu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/social_media_event.aspxThe 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. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/stakeholder_invite.aspxThu, 01 Apr 2010 13:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/stakeholder_invite.aspxAre you thinking of starting up a business? Then this event is for you!http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/startingbusiness2010.aspxWed, 07 Jul 2010 12:30:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/startingbusiness2010.aspxUseful information regarding the issue of statutory sick pay for employees missing work because of swine flu has been posted on the Business Link website:http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/statutory_sick_pay_and_swine_flu.aspxWed, 07 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/statutory_sick_pay_and_swine_flu.aspxWe have pulled together some useful information for businesses regarding the Swine Flu outbreak, including a statement from the Scottish Government, a listing of useful contacts, and an NHS leaflet about pandemics.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/swine_flu_guidance.aspxMon, 27 Jul 2009 09:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/swine_flu_guidance.aspxEntrepreneurs and business people in Scotland once again have a chance to make their business dreams come true by appearing on BBC programme Dragons’ Den. http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/temp.aspxFri, 02 Jan 2009 12:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/temp.aspxFollowing a challenging year, and ahead of greater difficulties, Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce believes it is important, that whilst recognising the realities of life, we focus on the positives.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/the_edinburgh_chamber_looks_ahead.aspxWed, 07 Jan 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/the_edinburgh_chamber_looks_ahead.aspxNetwork Rail has now produced a draft timetable report as a further important stepping stone towards the development of a new standard pattern timetable on the flagship East Coast Main Line between London and Scotland.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/towards_a_new_east_coast_timetable.aspxThu, 29 Oct 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/towards_a_new_east_coast_timetable.aspxWe've given our website a fresh new look to make it easier for you to find all the information you need about our rapidly growing range of services.http://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/welcome_to_our_new_website.aspxSat, 19 Dec 2009 10:00:00 GMThttp://edinburghchamber.co.uk/news/entries/welcome_to_our_new_website.aspx