Scottish Chambers of Commerce comment on suspension of US tariffs on UK goods
4th March 2021
Commenting on the suspension of US tariffs on UK goods for four months, Dr Liz Cameron OBE, Director & Chief Executive, Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: “We lift a dram while wearing our cashmere jumpers to those who have worked to suspend these damaging and unnecessary tariffs on key Scottish exports. The USA are our allies […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce respond to UK Budget 2021-2022
3rd March 2021
Commenting on the UK Budget delivered today by the Chancellor Rishi Sunak, Dr Liz Cameron OBE, Director & Chief Executive, Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: “This budget was always going to be a difficult balance for the Chancellor, given we are still in the midst of a major economic and health crisis. “There is good […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce respond to UKGOV Restart Grants & Changes to Visa System
1st March 2021
Responding to the announcement by the UK Treasury of plans for £5billion Restart Grants for businesses that have been hit hardest by pandemic restrictions, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “The additional funds to support the cash flow of those businesses that have been hit hardest by closures or […]
New Members February 2021
26th February 2021
A warm welcome to D. Calder Builder who joins the membership group this month. D. Calder Builder is a general building firm with works including: Blockwork Stonework Roughcasting Rendering Roof Tiling Joining D. Calder Builder is Tracey Inkson Photography. Tracey is a qualified and fully insured photographer, specialising in Lifestyle and outdoor photography. Photography services include: Business branding […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce respond to Scottish Government roadmap for easing lockdown restrictions
23rd February 2021
RE-OPENING ECONOMY ONLY ROUTE TO BUSINESS SURVIVAL Responding to the statement by the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon MSP which outlined a roadmap for easing lockdown restrictions in Scotland, Dr Liz Cameron OBE, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: “Businesses have made it clear. The only route to protect livelihoods and jobs is […]
GD Energy Services Ltd Donate IT Equipment for Online Learning
18th February 2021
GD Energy Services Ltd based in Caithness have donated seven brand new Lenovo Chromebooks to Budding Engineers CIC along with some used IT equipment for refurbishment. The new devices along with the refurbished items will be issued to families in need in Caithness to allow the children to participate in their schools current […]
Scottish Chamber of Commerce welcome extension of Non-Domestic Rates Reliefs
16th February 2021
Responding to the Scottish Budget update delivered today by the Cabinet Secretary for Finance Kate Forbes MSP, Dr Liz Cameron OBE, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: “The Finance Secretary committed to extending non-domestic rates relief if she had the budget to do so, so we welcome this confirmation. This will provide […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce respond to latest update on lockdown restrictions from Scottish Government
16th February 2021
Responding to the latest update on lockdown restrictions from the First Minister, Dr Liz Cameron OBE, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: “We know the immense relief that parents will feel today at knowing that schools will slowly and gradually re-open so that young people can resume vital face to face education. […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce Call for Re-Opening Plan for Scottish Business
15th February 2021
Commenting ahead of the First Minister’s statement to the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 16th February 2021, Dr Liz Cameron OBE, Director & Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: “The vaccination roll-out has been significant across Scotland and the UK, and with vaccination milestones being reached, we now need to understand the conditions at […]
Scottish Chamber of Commerce respond to additional COVID-19 funding for Scottish Government
15th February 2021
Following the announcement that a further £1.1 billion in COVID-19 funding will be allocated to the Scottish Government from the UK Treasury, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “We need the Scottish Government to engage with business as soon as possible to ensure that this funding is allocated appropriately […]
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