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News & Blog
  • Businesses Crucial To Circular Economy Delivery

    28th November 2024

    The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) is urging policymakers across the UK to put British businesses at the heart of sustainability and waste reduction plans.    Among the recommendations in the BCC’s Circular Economy report:    • The Government’s Circular Economy roadmap should be published as soon as possible, with…

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  • EICC wins best Business Event title at Scottish Thistle Awards

    28th November 2024

    Best Business Event Award jointly won by EICC and Association of Cardiovascular Nursing & Allied Professions (ACNAP) for ACNAP Congress 2023 in Edinburgh The conference aimed to raise awareness of heart health, and created a forum to discuss crucial policy changes needed ACNAP is the largest international organisation for nurses…

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  • Burges Salmon advises the Facility for Energy Inclusion on $10m sustainable finance deal in Zimbabwe

    28th November 2024

    The firm’s Banking and Finance team has advised on a long-term financing deal to support the provision of renewable energy to commercial and industrial businesses in Zimbabwe Independent UK law firm Burges Salmon has advised the Facility for Energy Inclusion (FEI) on its $10 million long-term senior debt financing to…

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  • Business Concerned By Employment Rights Bill

    28th November 2024

    The British Chambers of Commerce has used an evidence session on the Employment Rights Bill to highlight businesses’ serious concerns about the legislation and the speed and detail of consultation. The issues included: • A lack of detailed consultation on wide ranging changes to Trade Union powers. Businesses are keen…

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  • The Edinburgh Gin Distillery at The Arches – a new distillery, and home of Edinburgh Gin – opens in heart of Scotland’s capital

    28th November 2024

    World-renowned distillers, Edinburgh Gin, will open the doors to its brand-new distillery on Friday 6th December. The Edinburgh Gin Distillery at The Arches – offers the public an unrivalled and immersive way to experience the brand like never before. Located at The Arches on East Market Street, this state-of-the-art gin…

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  • FORTH PORTS APPOINTS NEW CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

    28th November 2024

    Forth Ports Limited, the UK’s third largest ports group, has appointed Stuart MacGregor as Chief Financial Officer and as a member of the Group’s main board. Stuart brings a wealth of expertise to the role, with a career spanning over 30 years in the international drinks and UK house building…

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  • Capital Theatres aims to share the magic and wonder of the festive season with everyone with Cinderella, The Gift, Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker and a Care Homes Tour of Jack in the Box

    27th November 2024

    Capital Theatres’ festive season offers fun for all ages, from magical family shows to world-class dance in our theatres and a specially crafted Christmas Care Home Tour around Edinburgh. The capital’s number one panto lights up the Festival Theatre stage this winter with Cinderella (23 Nov – 31 Dec). Created…

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    Castle of Light illuminates Edinburgh’s 900th anniversary with spectacular opening night

    27th November 2024

    Locals and visitors from across the country helped kickstart the celebrations in the capital as Castle of Light, the interactive light trail at Edinburgh Castle, officially opened to the public. This year, Castle of Light is helping to mark the city’s epic 900th anniversary with a showstopping celebration suitable for…

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  • STV Group plc Trading Update – 26 November

    27th November 2024

    Performance in line with market expectations for full year despite continued challenging advertising and commissioning market conditions STV Studios continues to perform well; the forward orderbook remains strong at £92m (31 October) Q3 Total Advertising Revenue (TAR) (before commission) ahead of guidance, up 5% Q4 TAR expected to be down…

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  • The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo celebrates 75th anniversary with new 75p charity drive

    27th November 2024

    In celebration of the upcoming 75th anniversary, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo launches its new initiative to donate 75p of every 2025 Show ticket sold to a new charity. Tattoo fans are being asked to vote from selected charities to receive this one-off donation which could equate to £162,000 in…

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