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BCC Quarterly Economic Survey: Business Conditions Stall As Tax Anxiety Grows
7th October 2024• Following improvements to business conditions in the first half of 2024, key indicators stalled or declined in Q3 – with manufacturing suffering the most. • Taxation is now more of a concern than inflation for business, cited by nearly half of firms (48%). • Business confidence has declined slightly,…
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Lothian named National Bus Operator of the Year
7th October 2024Lothian was named Bus Operator of the Year at the National Transport Awards in London on Thursday 3 October. The award, which is open to all UK and Irish bus operators, celebrates the strong performance of Lothian over the last 12 months, which includes delivering an incredible 110 million customer…
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Clan Gordon Shortlisted for Two Awards at The Negotiator
7th October 2024Clan Gordon, one of Edinburgh’s leading letting agents, is proud to announce its shortlisting for two prestigious categories at The Negotiator Awards 2024. Competing for both the Regional – Scotland and Lettings Agency of the Year (Medium) awards, this recognition highlights Clan Gordon’s dedication to excellence in property management and…
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Concerns raised on Scotland’s proposed Infrastructure Levy
7th October 2024Gary McGovern, Partner and planning and infrastructure specialist at Pinsent Masons The development sector has legitimate concerns about the proposed Infrastructure Levy for Scotland (ILS), the purpose of which is to capture an element of the uplift in land value caused by development and put that towards contributing to infrastructure.…
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SixTugs Blessed in Port of Leith Ceremony
7th October 2024At a special dedication ceremony at the Port of Leith this week, six tugs were given a traditional marine blessing with their godmothers present. They form part of the large fleet of tugs and work boats operated by Targe Towing Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Forth Ports Limited, which…
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What’s on Virgin Hotel this October
7th October 2024The Chef’s Table Inspired By Nigeria – October (every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 19:00) Virgin Hotels Edinburgh’s flagship restaurant, Commons Club, will be taking a trip to Nigeria in October. Special guest chef Tunde ‘Abi’ Abifarin have crafted a remarkable fusion menu that invites diners on a culinary journey through the…
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AAB moves into North West England with the acquisition of Barlow Andrews
7th October 2024AAB moves into North West England with the acquisition of Barlow Andrews Leading professional services firm, AAB, has strengthened its position in the north of England with the acquisition of Bolton-based Barlow Andrews and its sister entity Beech Business Services. Established for over 100 years and currently employing 70…
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Edinburgh housing stock improvement pilot benefits mixed tenure properties
7th October 2024Councillors have this week noted a report which sets out the result of the mixed tenure improvement service pilot following the completion of works in Wester Hailes. In mixed tenure blocks, there is a combination of ownership including owner occupiers and landlords that include the Council and other social landlords. Mixed tenure…
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Forever Edinburgh launches Meet Edinburgh’s Makers, a toast to the city’s distillers and brewers
7th October 2024Forever Edinburgh is partnering with tourism businesses in Scotland’s capital to launch the ‘Meet Edinburgh’s Makers’ series, showcasing the creativity and craftsmanship of Edinburgh’s local producers. This series celebrates the enterprises at the heart of Edinburgh’s world-leading visitor economy, starting with the dynamic distilling and brewing scene that has established…
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New Partner among 11 lawyers promoted at Lindsays
7th October 2024A new Partner heads an 11-strong field of lawyers promoted at leading Scottish independent legal firm Lindsays. Kirsty Preston’s appointment is her second promotion in a year – having made the step up to Senior Associate just 12 months ago. The Dundee-based new Partner, who has climbed the ranks since…
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