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NEW LANDLORD SAFETY RULES ‘FLAWED AND UNWORKABLE’ SAYS LEADING EDINBURGH LETTING AGENT – AS MARCH 1 DEADLINE LOOMS
15th February 2024A leading Edinburgh letting agent has hit out at the latest changes to safety regulations that private landlords must comply with or risk prosecution. The government-issued Repairing Standard Guidance sets repair requirements for landlords in Scotland’s private sector with the latest revisions due to become law on 1 March 2024.…
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Unpicking the lock – survey aims to find out if there really is a disconnect between investors and founders
15th February 2024EIE24 launches first national Investment Landscape Survey The team behind Scotland’s flagship event for business founders and investors has launched a survey to try and establish clarity around the state of the investment landscape in Scotland. EIE24, which returns as an in-person event in Edinburgh this year, wants to know…
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Inflation Remains a Real Concern for Business
15th February 2024Responding to the latest inflation figures from the ONS, Alex Veitch, Director of Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses need price stability, so today’s news that inflation remained unchanged in January is welcome. “However, firms consistently tell us inflation is their top concern. In our latest research 58%…
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Building Tomorrow: Innovative Development Through the Lifetime of a Project
14th February 2024Join Shoosmiths for an engaging two-part seminar series Building Tomorrow: Innovative Development Through the Lifetime of a Project. The series host, real estate principal associate Megan McDonald, will be joined by our specialist legal experts, who will share their knowledge and experience on how collaboration across various aspects of a real…
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DWF comments on latest Scotland Labour Market figures
13th February 2024During the period October to December 2023 Scotland’s labour market remained resilient despite the ongoing economic uncertainty. Over the quarter the unemployment rate increased slightly, the employment rate increased and the inactivity rate decreased. The highlights for the period show Scotland’s unemployment rate was 4.5%, an increase of 0.1% over…
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Scottish tech company supports groundbreaking search for Amelia Earhart’s lost plane, revealing new sonar imagery
13th February 2024How satellite technology helped explorers get closer to solving a 90 year mystery Scottish tech company Clarus Networks Group is playing a key role in uncovering one of the greatest mysteries in aviation history – the disappearance of Amelia Earhart. Supporting South Carolina-based marine robotics experts Deep Sea Vision on…
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Business Fears Over Number Not Seeking Work
13th February 2024Responding to the latest labour market data from ONS, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “Fewer vacancies show the labour market is softening but firms are still reporting difficulties finding skilled staff and the large number of inactive workers is concerning. “To grow…
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IBM TechXchange in partnership with Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce
12th February 2024IBM, in collaboration with Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, is thrilled to extend an open invitation to the ground-breaking IBM TechXchange event, a premier gathering for industry leaders, innovators, and thinkers at the forefront of technology and business. This unique event is designed to delve into the most pressing topics shaping…
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Construction kicks off at Miller Homes’ newest development in Bo’ness
12th February 2024Leading UK homebuilder, Miller Homes, has marked its first major milestone at its brand new Antonine Brae development in Bo’ness by beginning construction work on the first homes. Launching for sale on Saturday 17 February, the new community of 183 homes and 32 affordable options, will be the builders’ third…
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DWF adds new corporate partner in Scotland
12th February 2024DWF, the global provider of integrated legal and business services, has appointed Jonathan Kirkwood as a new corporate partner in Edinburgh. With over 24 years of expertise in corporate law, Jonathan Kirkwood joins DWF as a corporate partner after nearly 15 years at Pinsent Masons. Jonathan brings extensive experience in…
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