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Burges Salmon acts for Zetland Capital on £70m hotel refinancing
20th February 2025The firm’s Hotels team, part of the firm’s Built Environment sector group, has advised on a significant refinancing deal to support further investment in Manchester and Edinburgh hotel properties. Independent UK law firm Burges Salmon has advised London-based private equity firm Zetland Capital on its £70 million loan facility from…
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Exclusive Auction Prizes Announced for RHASS Presidential Initiative Charity Dinner
19th February 2025The Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland (RHASS) Presidential Initiative, headed up by President George Lyon, Vice Presidents; Margo McGill Scott, Andrew Malcolm, Rob Wainwright, Lord George Robertson and Chaplain Isabell Montgomerie, have announced a spectacular lineup of silent and live auction prizes ahead of their much-anticipated charity dinner…
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Scotland’s £1M Property Market: Where High-end Homes Are Selling
19th February 2025In the Scottish property market, homes commanding prices of £1 million or more have become increasingly prominent, reflecting both the country’s economic resilience and the desirability of its prime locations. Data reveals that, in the core regions covered by ESPC.com, thirty-two such properties were sold by ESPC solicitor estate agents…
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NEW GENERAL MANAGER APPOINTED TO EDINBURGH MARRIOTT HOTEL HOLYROOD AS PROPERTY MARKS FIRST ANNIVERSARY FOLLOWING £10M REBRAND
19th February 2025The Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood is delighted to announce the strategic appointment of Ronald Little as General Manager, coinciding with the first anniversary of the hotel’s relaunch following a £10 million refurbishment. Vice Chair of the Edinburgh Hoteliers Associations board, Ronald is a highly experienced hospitality leader, brings a wealth…
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Businesses Feeling the Strain of Inflationary Pressures
19th February 2025Reacting to the latest inflation published by the ONS this morning, Stuart Morrison, Research Manager at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Today’s data underlines the inflationary pressures in the economy right now and the real challenges businesses are facing. “Firms are having to deal with significant cost…
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BCC In Trade Reset Push With EU Ambassadors
19th February 2025The BCC has met with Ambassadors from across the EU to make the case for a trade relations reset that benefits businesses on both sides. Director General, Shevaun Haviland, and Head of Trade Policy, William Bain, were hosted, this afternoon, at the German Embassy by Ambassador, Miguel Berger. They were…
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Meet the Council drop-in for business support
18th February 2025Businesses in Edinburgh are being invited to engage with dozens of Council services and business-facing partners face to face. Meet the Council will be held on Tuesday 11 March at the Assembly Rooms on George Street between 10:00am and 2:00pm. Local businesses are encouraged to register in advance to secure…
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Have your say on plans to transform Seafield into a new environmentally friendly neighbourhood
18th February 2025The City of Edinburgh Council is inviting residents to share their views on the regeneration of Seafield to make sure it responds to the needs and wishes of the local community. As a key site for delivering the goals set out in the Edinburgh City Plan 2030, plans for the…
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DWF comments on Scotland labour market
18th February 2025Ann Frances Cooney, employment expert and partner at DWF, has commented on the latest labour market figures in Scotland. “The latest Scottish labour market figures for the period October to December 2024 show continued strength in the market despite a difficult ongoing economic climate. The headline figures for this period…
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Teeing Up History: Edinburgh Leisure Scores Heritage Grant
18th February 2025Edinburgh Leisure has secured a £500 grant from the Sporting Heritage Grants Programme, made possible by the players of the National Lottery and Heritage Fund to celebrate the city’s remarkable golfing legacy. Working alongside their golf team, this exciting project will shine a spotlight on the rich history of Edinburgh’s…
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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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