Budget 2024: Increased costs could pose challenges for some businesses warns BDO

Martin Bell, tax partner at BDO in Scotland: “Today’s Budget announcement was all about ‘short term pain for long term gain’ with one big money...

Business owners feel the pain: significant CGT, IHT and employers’ NIC changes confirmed

The Chancellor today (30 October 2024) announced:   Employers’ national insurance contributions (NIC) will increase by 1.2% to 15% from April 2025 while the...

What are the legal considerations when buying a business?

Buying a business can be a shortcut to profit and growth, taking something already proven successful and making it better. However, when purchasing a...

Discover the Delta difference from Scotland

With nonstop flights from Edinburgh to the Big Apple, plus seasonal services to Atlanta and Boston, Delta is helping support trade and commerce between...

The impact of walking, wheeling and cycling in Scotland

Travelknowhow Scotland is working with each of the 7 Regional Transport Partnerships across Scotland to explore the positive impact of walking, wheeling and cycling...

Government’s plans for employment law

By Samer Cheaitou, Solicitor As you will no doubt be aware, the UK went to the polls on 4 July 2024, electing the first Labour...

Make a Lasting Impact on Scotland’s Next Generation by Partnering with With Kids

With Kids is a pioneering children’s mental health charity dedicated to providing early intervention and therapeutic support for children and families facing emotional and...

Business chief urges Chancellor to boost investment and grow economy

By Dr Liz Cameron CBE, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce Amidst all the hype, leaks and warnings ahead of the Chancellor Rachel Reeves’...

Tax fears grow in Scottish economy

Fears over increased taxes and uncertainty over the impact of the Autumn Budget are hitting Scotland’s businesses. The Scottish Chambers of Commerce’s survey flagged taxation...

Scottish firms call for migration strategy to tackle skills and staffing shortages

Labour’s action plan for government promises a much-needed focus on Scotland’s economic challenges but needs greater clarity and urgent action. competition for skills and talent....

The rapid rollout of AI in business: why we can’t afford to ignore it

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer the stuff of science fiction: it’s reshaping industries and redefining what it means to operate businesses. AI permeates...

Record intake of Modern Apprentices at Fife College

Fife College has welcomed a record intake of 350 first-year Modern Apprentices through its doors at the beginning of this academic year in August....

SBS shortlisted for THE ‘Business School of the Year’ award

Strathclyde Business School has been shortlisted for the Times Higher Education (THE) ‘Business School of the Year’ award 2024. Widely recognised as ‘the Oscars of...

Help us keep our doors open: Support The Miracle Foundation SCIO

At The Miracle Foundation SCIO, we provide lifesaving, complex trauma supporting children and young people aged 4 to 19 years old. Through our person-centred...

Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce launches International Academy to help businesses expand globally

The Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce has launched the International Academy, a new initiative designed to support businesses looking to break into global...

Celebrating Success: 2024 Highland Business Awards winners announced

The Highland Business Awards winners were crowned today (Friday 27 September) in an inspiring celebration of business excellence at The Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness. This much-anticipated...

Thousands take part in the first Renfrewshire Employability Week

Careers and upskilling opportunities were at the forefront as Renfrewshire’s first-ever Employability Week came to a close. Taking place from 2 to 6 September 2024,...

Scottish Borders Business Excellence Awards 2024: Celebrating Outstanding Achievements

The Scottish Borders Business Excellence Awards (SBBEA) proudly celebrated the region’s most outstanding businesses on Friday, 30th August, at the historic Peebles Hydro. The...

Graduate Interns can help your business

Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce & Bright Green Business’s Internship Programme connects students and graduates with organisations across Scotland to do paid,...

AI & The Digital Edge

Join Dundee and Angus Chamber of Commerce for AI & The Digital Edge, an evening of insightful talks, exciting tech demos, and a touch...