SCC QEI Q1 2024: Cashflow & Profitability Decline as High Costs Hammer Businesses
28th March 2024
CASHFLOW & PROFITABILITY DECLINE AS HIGH COSTS HAMMER BUSINESSES CASHFLOW & PROFITS DECLINE: Q1 has seen a significant downturn in cashflow and profits, with sizeable contractions recorded across four of the five sectors. RECRUITMENT CHALLENGES: More businesses are reporting challenges in recruiting staff, increasing to 47% for the quarter compared to 40% in the last […]
Focus North Conference 2024: FutureSkills Initiative to Enhance Apprenticeship Opportunities in North Highland Region.
26th March 2024
FutureSkills on the agenda at Focus North Conference, with the announcement of £100,000 investment to boost new apprenticeship opportunities in the North Highlands. The Focus North Conference 2024 heralded a significant stride towards bolstering apprenticeship opportunities in the North Highland region with the introduction of the FutureSkills Initiative, generously supported by a £100,000 investment from […]
Over 160 attendees unite at summit to pave the way for a sustainable future in Caithness and Sutherland
21st March 2024
The event in Wick on 19 March, hosted by Focus North, set the scene for the future of Caithness and Sutherland and urged attendees to take control of the growing opportunities. 160+ attendees heard from a dynamic lineup of speakers covering nuclear decommissioning, renewable energy, peatland restoration, and space – which featured spokespeople from NRS […]
Venture North Tourism Gathering to focus on the future for the North Highlands
14th March 2024
Tourism businesses and organisations from across the North Highlands are set to attend Venture North’s annual Tourism Gathering later in March. Venture North is the Destination Management Organisation ( DMO) for Caithness and Sutherland. Venture North works with local businesses, communities, and stakeholders to provide a united voice and vision for the development and promotion […]
SHFCA update: Net Zero Hydrogen Fund support for Aberdeen & Shetland
11th March 2024
Aberdeen’s new South Harbour and Energy Transition Zone (Photo credits: OGV Energy.) The UK government has announced a further £21 million of support from the Net Zero Hydrogen Fund to develop the production of green hydrogen and derivative fuels across the UK. Seven projects are receiving support involving SHFCA members: bp Aberdeen Hydrogen Energy Ltd, […]
Caithness Business Fund Shines a Spotlight on Local Apprentices during Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2024.
8th March 2024
In honour of Scottish Apprentice Week 2024, a national celebration of apprenticeships, Caithness Business Fund (CBF) is also highlighting some of the fantastic apprenticeship opportunities it has supported and showcasing the businesses and young people who are driving skills generation across the North Highlands. The Fund, has now provided support for 20 local apprenticeships across […]
Trudy Morris: Commerce and connectivity are intrinsically linked.
7th March 2024
Just as the first signs of spring and the promise of lighter, longer days have lifted spirits across the county. Here at the Chamber too, a sense of relief has swept in with confirmation from Transport Scotland for the continuation of funding for the life-line Wick-Aberdeen Public Service Obligation (PSO) for 2024/25. At Caithness Chamber […]
Caithness Business Fund Announces FutureSkills Apprenticeship Grant Scheme, with £100,000 of support from NRS Dounreay and the NDA.
1st March 2024
Caithness Business Fund Announces FutureSkills Apprenticeship Grant Scheme, with £100,000 of support from NRS Dounreay and the NDA. Significant Investment Commitment from NRS Dounreay and the NDA, Boosts Caithness Business Fund to Bolster Apprenticeships through New FutureSkills Initiative. The Caithness Business Fund is celebrating a substantial investment boost of £100,000 from Focus North partners […]
Confirmation of Funding for Wick-Aberdeen PSO, 2024/25.
21st February 2024
Caithness Chamber CEO Trudy Morris, “delighted” by the confirmation of Funding for Wick-Aberdeen PSO for 2024/25 following significant lobbying efforts led by Caithness Chamber of Commerce’s campaign to safeguard the life-line air service. Today, Trudy Morris, CEO of Caithness Chamber of Commerce and Chair of the Caithness Transport Forum, expressed relief and delight at the […]
More Than Motivation: Liberating Leadership: Transforming Entrepreneurs into Extraordinary Leaders
19th February 2024
A Bold Initiative Unleashed for Small Business Owners In a groundbreaking move, Fiona Macintosh of More than Motivation, is set to revolutionise the small business landscape by introducing her new “Liberating Leadership: Transforming Entrepreneurs into Extraordinary Leaders” program. Recognising the pivotal shift from small business owner to employer, Fiona acknowledges the unique challenges that come […]
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