News & Blog

Read the latest business news, blogs and thought leadership articles from our members, as well as updates on the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce's work in the city.

News & Blog
  • Diversification targets exceeded; profit in line with guidance; new 3-year growth plan; CEO succession

    Diversification targets exceeded; profit in line with guidance; new 3-year growth plan; CEO succession

    13th March 2024

    Highlights Diversification strategy continues to accelerate: Group revenue growth of 22% Studios revenue and adjusted operating profit trebles Digital revenue +6% and operating profit +16% 75% of Group adj. operating profit outside broadcasting, well ahead of 50% target Adjusted Group operating profit of £20.1m down 22%, impacted by linear advertising…

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  • Not All Edinburgh Letting Agents Are The Same…

    13th March 2024

    At Clan Gordon, we pride ourselves on being the best we can for both our landlords and our tenants. We’ve been looking after properties and finding rental homes in the city since 2007. We founded the business because we were frustrated at the poor service we’d received ourselves, and we…

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  • Edinburgh Letting Agents: How To Get A Head Start Finding The Right Property To Rent

    13th March 2024

    Are you ready to look for your next Edinburgh rental home but don’t know where to start? With a myriad of buy-to-let properties just waiting for the right tenant, finding an experienced property manager to guide you through is the key. Based in Edinburgh since 2007, letting agent Clan Gordon…

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  • Securing Your Dream Tenancy: How To Stand Out In Edinburgh’s Competitive Rental Market

    13th March 2024

    The rental market in Edinburgh is ferocious right now with prospective tenants often finding themselves amongst hundreds all vying for the same property. Whether you’ve got your eyes on a stylish apartment in the city centre or a cosy home on the outskirts, the competition can be fierce. So how…

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  • Scottish Veterans Residences (SVR) Welcome Generous Furniture Donation from Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood 

    12th March 2024

    The recent redevelopment of the former Holyrood Hotel to the new Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood has resulted in the property donating more than £11,000 worth of quality furniture, from armchairs and artwork to televisions and desks to Edinburgh-based charity Scottish Veterans Residences (SVR), following the completion of an extensive refurbishment.    The charity –…

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  • Shepherd and Wedderburn bolsters employment practice with two senior additions

    7th March 2024

    Shepherd and Wedderburn has further strengthened its employment team with the addition of two senior lawyers. Morag Hutchison has rejoined the firm as a Partner after training at Shepherd and Wedderburn and spending a number of years in the employment team in the early part of her career. Morag, who…

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  • The search is on for Scotland’s business nature champions

    7th March 2024

    The RSPB Nature of Scotland Awards 2024 are now open for entries! Whether you are a pioneering business or a collaborative partnership, this is your moment to be celebrated. With headline sponsor NatureScot, we are recognising the people and initiatives protecting Scotland’s nature – we are open to all. Entry…

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  • BCC Welcomes MC13 Outcomes But More To Do 

    7th March 2024

    Responding to the outcomes from the World Trade Organisation’s (WTO) 13th Ministerial Conference, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “These were difficult and robust discussions between the world’s trade ministers, key officials, and the WTO, but they were ultimately successful. “The main objectives…

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  • Breaking Down the Bias to Build Inspiring Leadership in Housebuilding

    7th March 2024

    In the lead up to International Women’s Day, it’s a good time to step back and reflect on the positive changes sweeping through traditionally male-dominated sectors, particularly in the housebuilding industry. Now, climbing to 15.8 percent, women make up a higher proportion of the construction workforce than any time since…

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  • The Avenue Show Home Rewrites the Rules on Age-Exclusive Living

    7th March 2024

    This weekend marks the unveiling of a luxury show home with a difference. The Avenue is a groundbreaking age-exclusive development nestled in the scenic suburb of Barnton in Edinburgh. Crafted by the award-winning housebuilder Cruden Homes, this exciting concept offers sophisticated living for individuals aged 55 and above.  Together with…

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