Last chance to apply for Scottish Government COVID-19 support schemes – deadline 5pm 10 July
7th July 2020
Many of the COVID-19 support schemes announced by Scottish Government and administered by Highland Council will be closing on 10 July, so if you are eligible to apply for support and have not yet done so, this is your last opportunity. We have laid out key details below along with links to the Highland Council website for […]
Chamber Comment 08/07/2020
7th July 2020
It seems hard to believe that we are now more than halfway through the year, with the summer solstice not long past and the nights slowly but surely drawing in once more. This has been a year of unprecedented challenges for businesses in the North Highlands, and this looks set to continue as we move towards the second half […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce comments on changes to England’s quarantine travel restrictions
3rd July 2020
Commenting on the UK Government’s plan for quarantine-free travel from 50 ‘low-risk’ countries, Dr Liz Cameron, OBE, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “The lack of a four-nations approach to the easing of quarantine restrictions is hugely disappointing and damaging. At this time, this is sending a message that Scotland is not yet open for business […]
Caithness Business Fund supports small businesses throughout North Highlands
2nd July 2020
Following a highly successful first funding round for its COVID-19 support scheme, enabled by a £100,000 contribution from Dounreay Site Restoration Ltd (DSRL), the Caithness Business Fund has been able to support a wide range of businesses across the North Highlands as they look to reopen. Grants have now been distributed to all successful applicants […]
Stagecoach Highlands welcomes new-look vehicles
2nd July 2020
Stagecoach Highlands has welcomed the first of their new-look vehicles to Inverness. In January Stagecoach unveiled a brand new look for its buses, shaped by the needs of customers it proudly serves across the UK, every day. The new look is part of a wider commitment from Stagecoach to simplify, modernise and enhance its customer […]
SCC: Economic stimulus needed to rejuvenate the Scottish economy
2nd July 2020
The latest Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) Quarterly Economic Indicator (QEI) survey for Q2 of 2020 confirms the economic pain that has been felt by Scottish businesses across sectors in all parts of the country due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and the subsequent lockdown. The survey, conducted by Scottish Chambers of Commerce in partnership […]
SCC respond to Prime Minister’s speech on a ‘New Deal for Britain’
30th June 2020
Commenting on the Prime Minister’s speech today (30th June) in which he announced a ‘New Deal for Britain’, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: “The Scottish Chambers of Commerce agree that we must not let this crisis go to waste. Plans to rebuild our economy must be backed with both […]
Chambers Deputy Chief Executive recognised in the Independent’s UK Heroes in a Crisis List
29th June 2020
Today The Independent publishes its annual Happy List, which this year honours 50 remarkable heroes in a crisis who have helped others during the Covid-19 pandemic. These are some of Britain’s most inspirational individuals, whose kindness, ingenuity and dedication prove that the worst of times can bring out our best. The List includes: Charandeep Singh, founder of The Sikh Food […]
Stagecoach confirms phased increase in bus services in Scotland to support economy and reopening of daily life
26th June 2020
Local bus links and Citylink coach services to increase across Scotland from 29 June Step up follows easing of lockdown restrictions and government restart funding for buses Extra measures to help customers plan journeys include new smartphone “busy bus” tool Customers urged to follow mandatory face coverings rule on all public transport Updated timetables and […]
Is your business good to go in Scotland?
26th June 2020
“We’re Good To Go” is the official UK mark to signal that a tourism and hospitality business has worked hard to follow Government and industry COVID-19 guidelines and has a process in place to maintain cleanliness and aid social distancing. Apply now to confirm your business has taken the necessary measures and is operating in […]
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