SCC responds to the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee
18th June 2020
Commenting on the decision by the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee to keep interest rates on hold and expand quantitative easing, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: “The Bank of England’s decision to significantly expand quantitative easing reflects the unprecedented impact of coronavirus on the UK economy. It […]
SCC responds to Scotland moving to Phase 2 of easing lockdown restrictions
18th June 2020
Responding to the First Minister’s statement in the Scottish Parliament today (18th June) on Scotland moving to Phase 2 of easing current lockdown measures as per the Scottish Government Roadmap, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “We welcome today’s further easing of some lockdown measures in Scotland. Many retailers will […]
Continued delivery of critical nuclear support services across UK sites
18th June 2020
Cavendish Nuclear provides critical support to maintaining Nuclear Material Assay (NMA) equipment across the UK’s nuclear licenced sites. This requirement hasn’t changed despite the Covid-19 pandemic and the team has adapted quickly to ensure continuity of this important service. The NMA equipment service Cavendish Nuclear provides ensures that nuclear sites and customers can continue to […]
SCC responds to latest employment data from the ONS
16th June 2020
On the publication by the ONS of UK Labour Market statistics in the three months to April 2020, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “These unemployment figures are concerning but they only hint at the scale of the challenge that lies ahead. Protecting jobs must be a top priority. We continue […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce responds to April UK GDP stats and Scottish Government funding announcements
12th June 2020
Commenting on UK GDP statistics for April 2020, published today (12 June) by the ONS and funding announcements from the Scottish Government, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: On the ONS stats “The longer businesses in Scotland have to wait to open their doors and begin to trade, the […]
Dava Dawn Consultancy – Free ‘Recovery Roadmap Consultation’
12th June 2020
Local Health, Safety & Environmental Consultancy offer business owners FREE ‘Recovery Roadmap Consultation’ to support the health and wellbeing of staff ahead of embracing the new normal. Sharon Wooller is the Director of Dava Dawn Consultancy which specialises in Health, Safety & Environmental projects. With over 20 years’ experience working with businesses of all sizes […]
Business Groups Call for UK Government to Re-establish Air Connectivity
11th June 2020
The Scottish Chambers of Commerce has joined forces with over 20 UK organisations including Tourism Alliance, UK Hospitality and Universities UK calling for the UK Government to set out as soon as possible an integrated cross-Government plan to open up the UK to our trading partners. The attached letter calls for the following: A framework […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce respond to measures announced for tourism industry in Scotland
10th June 2020
On the announcement made today by the Cabinet Secretary for Tourism Fergus Ewing MSP, that from 15 July, Scottish tourism businesses may be able to resume operations, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “This will be welcome news for so many who are reliant on hospitality and tourism for […]
COVID-19 business recovery funding now available from Caithness Business Fund
5th June 2020
The Caithness Business Fund is pleased to announce that, thanks to a generous contribution of £100,000 from Dounreay Site Restoration Ltd (DSRL), it will be running a series of application rounds designed to support local businesses in their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. This support will be provided in the form of grants ranging from […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce respond to the Chancellor’s announcement on changes to the furlough scheme
29th May 2020
Responding to the UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak MPs’ announcement today (29th of May) detailing changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses are mindful that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has cost billions and the pot of money to support employers and the economy is not […]
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