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Public, Third and Business sectors meet Minister for Housing Paul McLennan to discuss Edinburgh’s Housing Emergency

Today, key representatives from SHAPE – the Strategic Homelessness Action Partnership for Edinburgh – the City Council and the Business Community will meet Minister for Housing Paul McLennan to discuss the impact of the housing emergency on every sector in the city and how all three sectors can support the…

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W HOTELS DEBUTS IN FESTIVAL CITY WITH THE ANTICIPATED OPENING OF W EDINBURGH

W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the reveal of W Edinburgh with unrivalled happenings, bold, unexpected design, and signature Whatever/Whenever(™) service. Highlights include a striking rooftop deck offering never-seen-before 360° views, as well as the W Hotels brand’s signature Sound…

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Businesses Still Struggling To Understand Net-Zero Target

On the eve of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 28) in Dubai, a ground-breaking survey of 1,000 businesses – mostly SMEs – by the British Chambers of Commerce Insight’s Unit shows 40% of companies don’t know any details about the UK’s net zero target. 7% are not aware…

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CLUBB APPOINTED CHAIR OF EDINBURGH INSOLVENCY DISCUSSION GROUP

Stuart Clubb (pictured below), partner, solicitor advocate and joint head of the Scottish dispute resolution and litigation team at Shoosmiths in Edinburgh will formally take over as Chair of the Edinburgh Insolvency Discussion Group (EIDG) on 1 January 2024. Stuart, who specialises in corporate restructuring and insolvency, with a particular…

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Scottish law firm helps Fintech entrepreneurs prosper

An Edinburgh-based lawyer advises the founders of Prosper to support the launch of a new digital wealth platform Independent UK law firm Burges Salmon has advised on a multi-million-pound funding round to support the launch of the new low-cost digital wealth platform, Prosper. The platform challenges the prevailing high-fee culture…

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RECORD TURNOUT AT ANNUAL RENEWABLES SEMINAR

Record numbers attended Scottish law firm Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP’s annual renewables seminar this month, which put the spotlight on Scotland’s trajectory towards achieving its onshore wind targets. More than 140 renewables professionals attended WJM’s ‘’Reaching the targets – 2030′ conference, which provided a platform for insightful discussions on…

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Castle of Light illuminates the night sky as all new storytelling projections are unveiled at Edinburgh Castle

The capital’s enchanting atmosphere was kicked up a notch this weekend as Castle of Light: Magic and Mystery officially opened to the public, welcoming visitors from across the country to experience the interactive light trail at Edinburgh Castle during a sell-out opening weekend. Greeted with captivating tales and intriguing stories,…

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DYNAMIC EARTH EDINBURGH IS ‘MISSION CONTROL’ FOR POP23 … over 145,000 school learners and adults to participate in live-streamed event

Dynamic Earth, the UK’s leading earth science and engagement charity will virtually host over 145,000 school pupils and adults from throughout the UK on Thursday (30 November) as part of the ambitious Protecting Our Planet Day (POP23). Organised by the UK Space Education Office (ESERO-UK) at STEM Learning, and in…

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Anderson Strathern expands with three director appointments

Scottish law firm Anderson Strathern has strengthened its senior team with the appointment of three new directors. Chair Fraser Geddes says the firm is “set to continue its growth trajectory into 2024.” The hires come as the firm gets set to move into its new Edinburgh headquarters in the city’s…

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Sustainable Scottish chocolatier enjoys sweet success with new premises following support from Business Gateway

A luxury chocolate brand that started in its owner’s home kitchen has successfully expanded into new premises after receiving advice and support from Business Gateway.     Based in Forfar, Angus, Chocolatia handcrafts and sells a range of artisan chocolates made from the finest, sustainable ingredients. The business makes a conscious…

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