Scottish Chambers of Commerce welcome additional £40 million increase for Business Support Fund
20th May 2020
Welcoming the Scottish Government’s announcement that it is adding an additional £40 million into the Business Support Fund to support key sectors, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “Businesses in Scotland have been severely impacted by the lockdown, particularly in rural areas with the risk of a real collapse […]
Thurso company’s expertise contributes to supply of NHS ventilators
20th May 2020
A THURSO-based company is supplying the NHS with specialist batteries as an urgent requirement in the battle against Covid-19. The engineering team at Denchi Group was asked to supply the bespoke batteries for a consignment of NHS ventilator systems. Recently, the Bank of China made a donation of 20 ventilators for deployment in UK intensive […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce Coronavirus Business Recovery Survey
20th May 2020
Scottish companies seek guidance as government support schemes take effect 87% of firms said lost income is their highest concern if the economy does not begin to open back up over the next two months The number of companies fearing imminent collapse has reduced showing signs government support is taking effect More than half of […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce responds to extension of the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS)
19th May 2020
Commenting on the extension of the CLBILS scheme, including extending the lending limit to £200m, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “This is welcome news. The Treasury has continued to listen to the concerns of business and is making sensible changes to business support schemes. “These vital changes will […]
Executive Magazine May 2020
15th May 2020
A special, online edition of the Caithness Chamber Newsletter from the May Executive Magazine is available to download here. The Newsletter includes updates from; More Than Motivation Lyth Arts Centre North Lands Creative North Coast Watersports JPL Shellfish Cyber Security Scotland Anubis Security Above and Beyond Tours *Please note that any information on specific events […]
Imenco UK Ltd., COVID-19 Response
13th May 2020
Imenco UK Ltd have responded to the call to industry to provide essential breathing equipment, helping support front-line medical staff in the fight against COVID-19. The company has been approved to manufacture under licence, the Tested and Approved for use in the treatment of COVID-19, Mercedes AMG F1/UCL Ventura CPAP Breathing Apparatus. Our Diving and […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce responds to launch of UK Government guarantee to support provision of trade credit insurance
13th May 2020
Commenting on HM Treasury guarantee of Trade Credit Insurance, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “This is excellent news. By backing Trade Credit Insurance (TCI), the Treasury is protecting thousands of Scottish businesses from spiralling costs of premiums or even the loss of this key business-to-business transaction support scheme. […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce welcomes extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
12th May 2020
The Scottish Chambers of Commerce has welcomed the UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s announcement today to extend the Coronavirus Jobs Retention Scheme to protect jobs and livelihoods. Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “This is great news. Businesses and employees across Scotland will be extremely relieved by the Chancellor’s decision to extend […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce call on HM Treasury to reaffirm support for Scottish businesses and extend the furlough scheme
11th May 2020
Calling upon the UK Chancellor to extend the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and reaffirm support for Scotland’s industries and sectors, Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce said: “As each of the four nations of the UK attempt to resume business operations and economic recovery, the Treasury must reaffirm its commitment […]
Scottish Chambers of Commerce responds to UK Government’s Covid-19 recovery strategy and workplace guidance for firms in England
11th May 2020
The Scottish Chambers of Commerce has welcomed the publication on guidance for employers in England on how to work safely during the coronavirus pandemic. SCC calls on the Scottish Government to align its advice for businesses ahead of publication of guidance for some Scottish firms expected later this week. Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of […]
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