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
  • Edinburgh Zoo’s Penguins Café upgrades the visitor experience

    20th September 2023

    Workplace design and management consultancy, Space Solutions, has refreshed Edinburgh Zoo’s Penguins Café to enhance the customer experience. Overlooking Penguins Rock, Europe’s largest outdoor penguin pool, the Penguins Café is a busy eatery at Edinburgh Zoo. Challenged with a tired and inefficient space, SPACE upgraded the café to accommodate its…

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  • What are you doing to celebrate National Fitness Day?

    20th September 2023

    As the nation gets ready to celebrate National Fitness Day on Wednesday 20 September 2023, Edinburgh Leisure, the city’s largest provider of sports and leisure facilities is asking the citizens of Edinburgh, “What are you doing to celebrate National Fitness Day?” Ally Strachan, Fitness Development Manager at Edinburgh Leisure said:…

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  • Balfour Beatty Communities appoints Chief Compliance Officer

    19th September 2023

    David Berman will lead the Ethics and Compliance function and help to further drive a culture of integrity and accountability throughout the business Balfour Beatty Communities, a national residential real estate investment and management company, has today announced the appointment of David Berman as Chief Compliance Officer. This is a…

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  • Lothian’s family favourite Doors Open Day event to return

    19th September 2023

    Lothian is delighted to welcome the return of its hugely-successful Doors Open Day Event, after a four-year absence. The bus operator’s Doors Open Day event will take place on Saturday 23 September from 1100-1500 hrs and will feature all the family favourites that have made the event such a huge…

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  • Into Work Neurodiversity Works! 3 part online course

    19th September 2023

    Do you want to be better able to support your neurodivergent colleagues and staff? Or are you simply looking to become a more inclusive employer generally? Our Neurodiversity Works! training course, delivered online over 3 sessions, is aimed at anyone who is responsible for managing staff, recruitment or developing organisational…

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  • The Power of Three – The Royal Commonwealth Pool Taster Weekend

    19th September 2023

    The Royal Commonwealth Pool is holding a taster weekend on Saturday, 23rd and Sunday, 24th September, with the chance to access their fitness classes, swim, and gym for £3 for the entire weekend, bookable online or in venue – perfect for those wishing to try before they buy. Affectionately known…

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  • Recycle Scotland and Corporate Moves are delighted to introduce new addition to their growing team

    19th September 2023

    Recycle Scotland and Corporate Moves are delighted to introduce Isabel Wilson-Beales as their newest addition to their growing team. In her role as Business Executive, Isabel brings a profound commitment to sustainability and a keen eye for fostering growth. Corporate Moves provides expert relocation and installation services to businesses across…

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  • Edinburgh Multicultural Festivals returns this Autumn

    19th September 2023

    Edinburgh Multicultural Festival, supported by the City of Edinburgh Council, will be held at Edinburgh College (Granton Campus) and Lauriston Castle on 30 September and 1 October 2023. The programme features a diverse range of performers and visual artists telling their stories through creative writing and visual literacy workshops, artwork,…

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  • Fresh Insight Into Interest Rate Pain For Business

    19th September 2023

    Ahead of this week’s interest rate decision, new research by the BCC Insights Unit shows nearly half of firms say the cost of borrowing is negatively impacting their business.  When asked if their company is directly impacted by the current interest rate – whether positively, negatively, or not directly, a…

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    A Vision for Scotland’s Economic Future

    18th September 2023

    In an era marked by political uncertainty and frequent changes in leadership, it is evident that both local and national Government have faced significant challenges in recent years. The memories of 2022 linger – a year that witnessed four Chancellors and three Prime Ministers, a revolving door of Cabinet Ministers,…

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