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
  • Showcasing how creative partnerships can contribute towards the Wellbeing Economy in Scotland

    7th March 2024

    Culture and business organisations were given key insights into how they can drive positive change and create effective voices at an event organised by Culture & Business Scotland on Wednesday February 28. More than 45 organisations from across Scotland attended the members forum event at Glasgow’s City Halls, which aimed…

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  • Mothers Day at Turnberry

    7th March 2024

    This Mother’s Day, treat your mum to a range of luxurious experiences at Turnberry Resort. ‘TIME FOR MUM’ SPA DAY This is the ultimate Mother’s Day indulgence. Begin with a full-body exfoliation to rejuvenate the skin, followed by a nourishing body treatment wrap to deeply moisturise and replenish. While cocooned…

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  • Scotland leads the UK regions in PwC’s latest Women in Work Index – as UK suffers its largest annual fall in ranking

    7th March 2024

    The latest iteration of PwC’s Women in Work Index sees Scotland rise two places to rank top of the UK’s nations and regions. First launched in 2011, the Index is a weighted average of five indicators that reflect women’s labour market outcomes and assess progress made towards achieving gender equality…

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  • Spring Forward

    7th March 2024

    With the clocks going forward at the end of the month and spring most definitely on the horizon, take advantage of Edinburgh Leisure’s new Spring Pass to kickstart your fitness regime. It has never been more important to look after your wellbeing so Edinburgh Leisure, a charity dedicated to creating…

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  • BCC Economic Forecast: Recession Expected To End But Growth Will Be Weak

    7th March 2024

    The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Forecast has slightly upgraded growth expectations for 2024 and 2025, as the recession lasts just two quarters, but strong growth will remain elusive.      UK Economic Outlook             The UK economy is expected to grow every year until the end of 2026…

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  • SCOTLAND LEADS UK IN BUSINESS CONFIDENCE IN FEBRUARY

    7th March 2024

    Scotland’s business confidence was the strongest in the UK in January, rising to 56% in February – up 14 points on January’s levels Scottish companies reported stronger confidence in both their own business prospects (up 11 points to 68%) and the wider economy (up 19 points to 46%), month-on-month This…

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  • Turner & Townsend Celebrates 10,000 Grant Milestone for Vulnerable Children

    7th March 2024

    Leading global professional services company, Turner & Townsend, announces a significant achievement with the delivery of 10,000 grants through its Education Fund in partnership with Action for Children. These grants play a crucial role in providing essential school uniform and equipment to children across the UK that need it most.…

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  • VIRGIN HOTELS EDINBURGH PARTNERS WITH LEADING LONDON CHEF TO BRING A TASTE OF CRETE TO ITS FLAGSHIP RESTAURANT, COMMONS CLUB

    7th March 2024

    Virgin Hotels Edinburgh’s flagship restaurant, Commons Club, is bringing the authentic tastes of Crete to its Chef’s Table this month as part of a series of experiential dining events that aim to takes guests on an international culinary journey. Led by Commons Club Chef de Cuisine, Emma Hanley, the Chef’s…

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  • Call for innovative design in agriculture for prestigious RHASS awards

    7th March 2024

    The Royal Highland & Agricultural Society of Scotland (RHASS), opens entries today to its historic and prestigious Technical Innovations Awards sponsored by Hillhouse Quarry Group. The longest standing RHASS competition encourages innovation in the design and manufacture of machines, equipment and appliances which advance agricultural practice and celebrates significant steps…

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  • Charity celebrates 240th year with cuddly toy sheep hunt, mass Munro challenge and more…

    7th March 2024

    Scotland’s agricultural charity, Royal Highland & Agricultural Society of Scotland (RHASS) announced a programme of family-friendly events throughout 2024 to celebrate its 240th anniversary. They range from a cuddly toy sheep scavenger hunt over the Easter holidays to a mass Munro challenge, Harvest Thanksgiving service to a yearlong audio and…

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