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News & Blog
  • Employment Reform Must Work For Business

    11th October 2024

    Responding to the unveiling of the Government’s legislation on employment reform, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the BCC, said: “This is the biggest shake up of employment law in decades. These are huge changes and businesses must be engaged and supported on them every step of the…

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  • New Employment Bill sees government pull back from biggest employment shake up for 50 years – head of employment law at Aberdein Considine

    11th October 2024

    New regulations are boost for zero hours workers and trade union rights but are ‘somewhat watered-down’ Employers will claim lack of clarity and flexibility present risk to productivity   Responding to the Employment Rights Bill announced by government today, Robert Holland, Head of Employment Law at Aberdein Considine said: “The…

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  • Edinburgh’s eco-friendly neighbourhood initiative in Seafield

    11th October 2024

    Edinburgh is on a mission to become a greener, more sustainable urban hub, reflecting Scotland’s broader push towards environmental responsibility. At the heart of this transformation is the city’s eco-friendly neighbourhood initiative in Seafield. Though plans are still in development, businesses have a significant opportunity to join the movement towards…

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  • STRATEGIC CHANGE BUILDS FIRM FOUNDATIONS FOR CRUDEN GROUP

    11th October 2024

    The Cruden Group, one of Scotland’s largest independently owned and longest established residential and construction businesses, reported their financial results for the year to 31 March 2024. The Group achieved a solid set of results including turnover of £132 million, profit before exceptional costs of £2.6 million and an increased…

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  • Hugely Successful Women’s Business Conference Showcases England’s Rising Female Stars

    Hugely Successful Women’s Business Conference Showcases England’s Rising Female Stars

    11th October 2024

    Stars WOMEN’S BUSINESS CLUB saw the annual Women’s Business Conference & Awards take place at the Bath Racecourse. The conference, which took place on Tuesday 8th October 2024, welcomed just under 150 delegates from across the country who all valued the opportunity to learn and celebrate each other. Women’s Business…

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  • DWF named Responsible Business leader by Lamp House Strategy

    11th October 2024

    DWF, the global provider of integrated legal and business services, has been recognised as the leading law firm for Responsible Business by Lamp House Strategy, a consultancy providing insights on the legal sector.   Lamp House has published its second annual global review of law firms’ responsible business activity. The…

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  • Lindsays webinar invitation | In conversation with Eilish McColgan | Wed 23 Oct, 12:00-13:00

    11th October 2024

    Lindsays is delighted to invite you to join the next webinar ‘In conversation with Eilish McColgan’ which will be held on Wednesday 23 October at 12:00pm. Hosted by our Managing Partner Alasdair Cummings, our sponsored athlete Eilish McColgan will be taking part in a Q&A session with Ian Beattie MBE,…

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  • How Edinburgh Leisure Champions Physical Activity to Combat Poverty and Inequality

    How Edinburgh Leisure Champions Physical Activity to Combat Poverty and Inequality

    10th October 2024

    Poverty in Edinburgh Despite being one of the wealthiest cities in the UK, Edinburgh faces significant inequality, with around 20% of its population living in poverty, many within working households. Poverty and poor health are inextricably linked, with people on low incomes more likely to live with multiple long-term health…

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  • Mark Your Calendars for Brewhemia’s Bewitching Halloween Bash 2024

    9th October 2024

    Get ready for a fang-tastic Halloween at Brewhemia! Join us for a spook-tacular celebration filled with exciting performances, devilishly good dining, and wickedly delightful drinks. Immerse yourself in the best live entertainment Scotland has to offer it’s going to be a scream! SCREAM QUEENS: DRAG BRUNCH Join us for a…

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  • Experience the thrill of Rugby’s Autumn Internationals at Brewhemia!

    9th October 2024

    Get ready for an exhilarating rugby experience as Brewhemia proudly showcases every Scotland game during the Autumn Internationals this November! With our three massive screens, you won’t miss a single moment of the action. Whether you’re popping in for brunch ahead of the game at Murrayfield or simply want to…

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