Scottish Chambers Of Commerce

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has appointed manufacturing expert Rodney Ayre as its new president. Mr Ayre heads up production within Mitsubishi Electric’s six sites in West Lothian. His appointment reflects a renewed SCC focus on manufacturing, innovation, and the energy sector

Scottish business fears are growing over potential tax increases and the uncertainties surrounding the upcoming Autumn Budget, according to the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC). A recent survey by SCC revealed that 55% of businesses are concerned about taxation, a significant jump from 35% last y

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce has strengthened its board of directors in a move to boost its fight for greater investment and support for Scotland’s businesses. President Stephen Leckie said: "At a critical time for business in Scotland, with huge budget pressures for both the UK and Scott

A recent survey by the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has revealed growing concerns among Scottish businesses regarding taxation and recruitment, issues that could hinder Scotland's economic growth.

The first quarter has seen a significant downturn in cashflow and profits for Scottish businesses, with sizeable contractions recorded across four of the five sectors, according to the latest Scottish Chambers of Commerce quarterly economic indicator.

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has called for the Chancellor to use next week’s Spring Budget to back Scottish business by working in partnership with industry to develop a long-term plan for growth. Among the recommendations in SCC’s Spring Budget Letter are:

Scotland's economy is "stuck in a low growth cycle", according to the latest Scottish Chambers of Commerce Economic Indicator.

Scottish exports to the EU fell by up to 25% two years after Brexit as trade with the rest of the UK rose, according to new figures from the Scottish Government.

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce has announced Heathrow Airport as the headline partner of the Annual Business Address taking place on 30 November 2023.

High interest rates are preventing investment in the Scottish economy, according to the latest Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator. Concern over interest rates has seen a significant increase over the quarter, rising from 37% of firms in the last quarter to half of firms, whic

Scottish business prowess was in the spotlight during a grand reception at Edinburgh Castle, drawing over 100 top business figures to commemorate the vital role of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce network.

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) is playing a frontline role to secure new international trade opportunities for businesses in Scotland.

The latest Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) survey has reveals that while the beginning of 2023 brought relief to some sectors of the Scottish economy, cost pressures and inflation concerns continue to impede overall business growth. Many Scottish SMEs still report no improvement in sales, cashfl

The latest findings from a Scottish business survey by the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has revealed that Scottish businesses and the economy are faltering under increasing cost pressures and declining business confidence. As a result, cashflow and profits are falling, investment decisions ha

A business survey by the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC), has shown the Scottish economy struggling against a growing whirlwind of pressures including increased input costs, inflationary hikes, mis-judged economic policy choices by the UK government and increased pessimism over the global econom