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Sail into Christmas with new ‘Festive Afternoon Tea’ aboard Scotland’s luxury floating hotel
28th October 2024Scotland’s only five-star luxury floating hotel will be adding some festive magic to one of Edinburgh’s ultimate afternoon tea experiences from 20th November until 4th January 2025. Permanently berthed in Edinburgh’s historic Port of Leith, Fingal will provide a classic setting for friends, family and colleagues to indulge in the…
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A COMPETITIVE TAX SYSTEM AND SUPPORT WITH SKILLS SHORTAGES: SCOTLAND’S BUDGET WISHLIST REVEALED
28th October 2024To support their business and the country’s prosperity, Scottish firms want the Chancellor to prioritise a competitive tax system that incentivises growth at the Budget Businesses seek support to introduce waste reduction and recycling programmes to help them align with the UK’s 2050 net zero target Scotland’s businesses are…
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Blackadders wins prestigious title at major business awards
28th October 2024Blackadders LLP has been crowned the Legal and Property Business of the Year at The Courier Business Awards. The firm took the inaugural title in the category which was a new addition this year to the long-running awards. The judges praised the overall success of Blackadders and its investment in…
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Glasgow Cathedral and RHASS Presidential Team Join Together to Celebrate Scottish Farmers in Harvest Thanksgiving Service
28th October 2024The hard work and dedication of Scotland’s farming community was honoured yesterday at a special Harvest Thanksgiving service held at Glasgow Cathedral, by RHASS (Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland). The service, held on Sunday, 27th October, was the first official event organised by the RHASS 2025 Presidential Initiative…
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LEADING LAW FIRMS TO EXPLORE REALITIES OF ACHIEVING NET ZERO AT ANNUAL RENEWABLES SEMINAR
28th October 2024Renewable energy experts from Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM) and Irwin Mitchell are set to explore a range of bold topics at WJM’s annual renewables seminar, titled ‘Achieving Alignment: The Realities of Delivering Net Zero.’ Regarded as one of the most insightful and dynamic events of the year for…
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Scottish businesses and communities encouraged to host an event for CyberScotland Week 2025
28th October 2024CyberScotland Partnership launches flagship awareness week among rising cyber threat Monday 28 October 2024 Businesses and community groups in Scotland are being urged to sign up to host an event as part of CyberScotland Week 2025. The theme of the awareness week, which will take place from 24 February to…
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Tax Reform Can Ease Workplace Health Crisis
28th October 2024The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is urging the Chancellor to ease the workplace health crisis by reforming the tax system. Its two calls ahead of the Autumn Budget are: For the Government to make all occupational health, cash plans and medical insurance a non-taxable benefit in kind for employees.…
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Scottish business confidence dips, although more firms look to hire
28th October 2024Business confidence in Scotland fell four points to 44% in October Firms’ optimism in their own trading prospects fell two points to 45%, while optimism in the economy dipped six points to 43% Overall UK business confidence dipped three points in October to 44% Business confidence in Scotland dipped by…
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START SPREADING THE NEWS: NEW YORK-INSPIRED COCKTAIL BAR MANAHATTA HAS OFFICIALLY OPENED ITS DOORS
27th October 2024The wait is over! Manahatta, the stylish bar and restaurant inspired by the glitz and glamour of New York City, is now officially open in Edinburgh. Located in the heart of the city centre, Manahatta brings a vibrant blend of cocktails, dining, and nightlife to Scotland’s capital. The new venue…
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Balfour Beatty selected to deliver $168 million in student housing projects in Florida
25th October 2024Balfour Beatty has been selected to construct three major student housing projects in Southern and Central Florida in the United States, with a combined contract value of approximately $168 million (£129 million). The projects include the Rollins College East End Neighborhood in Winter Park, Florida Atlantic University’s (FAU) 2026 Campus…
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Business Comment
Business Comment is the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce’s bi-monthly magazine. It provides insight on Edinburgh’s vibrant business community, with features on the city’s key sectors, interviews with leading figures and news on new business developments in the capital.
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