Policy

Is your business struggling with rising taxes? Finding skilled talent a challenge? Wondering how upcoming government policies might impact your operations?

At the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, our policy team keeps businesses informed on issues like these and many others, and ensures your voice is heard….and advocate for policies that ensure Edinburgh is the best place for business.

How We Support Businesses

• Policy Updates & Insights – Stay informed on the latest changes affecting taxation, skills, planning, and sustainability.
• Direct Engagement with Policymakers – Have your say in Government decisions at a local, Scottish, and UK levels.
• Business Representation – We participate in national consultations and work closely with the British Chambers of Commerce and Scottish Chambers of Commerce to champion business interests.
• Events & Campaigns – Join discussions on crucial topics like Government budgets, net zero, workforce development, and business growth.

Have Your Say

We advocate for what matters to you. Your input helps shape the business landscape in Edinburgh. Share your challenges and opportunities with us at policy@edinburghchamber.co.uk – together, we can drive positive change.

Our Policy Priorities

In 2025, the Chamber’s policy team will be focusing on the following key areas:
• Good Economic Growth – including progressing the Call to Action which we launched in October 2024.
• Business Support & Resilience – with a focus on taxation and the regulatory burden on businesses
• Skills & Talent
• Place – including planning, development, housing and City infrastructure
• Sustainability, Net Zero and Fair Work
Alongside this, engagement with our political parties ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament election will be an ongoing focus and priority for 2025.

Policy Papers

We regularly discuss and define the Chamber’s position on key policy issues with our Policy Group, informed by the views and insights we receive from members. You can find our most recent agreed positions below, though many of these issues are still in play and our position may be refined as the policy or issue evolves. Please contact our policy team if you have any questions or would like to discuss.