Here you will find recent news articles from across the Chamber network including Ayrshire Chamber, Scottish Chambers and British Chambers.
ACCI Carbon Footprint Report 2021
Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce it has received its Carbon Footprint Report.
A copy of the full report can be requested by emailing enquiries@ayrshire-chamber.org
2024 Annual Dinner Sponsorship Opportunities
Heat in Buildings Bill - Consultation pack | Consultation feedback form
QEI SURVEY RESULTS
2024
Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator - Q1 survey Ayrshire results
Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator - Q1 survey National results
2023
November
Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator - Q3 survey Ayrshire results
Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator - Q3 survey National results
August
The Power of British Business: A Framework for the Future from the British Chambers of Commerce
June
Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator - Q2 survey Ayrshire results
Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator - Q2 survey National results
April
London Business Visit Application Form 2023
London Business Visit Brochure 2023
Scottish Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Indicator - Q1 survey results
British Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey - Q1 infosheet
March
Scotland, The Perfect Stage - Letter from Siobhian Brown MSP
Back Scotland’s Businesses - Open Letter to the next SNP leader and First Minister of Scotland
Women's Business Centre
Find out how Chambers support your business
'The Recovery of Sustainable Aviation, Travel & Tourism in Scotland' report
'The Recovery of Sustainable Aviation, Travel & Tourism in Scotland' summary
February
Skills For Growth programme - Helping employers adapt to change
Click here to access the British Chambers of Commerce Growth Hub!
27th February - Kilmarnock region East Ayrshire Business Support Event - click here to book
27th February - Cumnock region East Ayrshire Business Support Event - click here to book
DBT North America Roadshow 2023 visiting locations across the UK this February!
'Human rights in health and social care in Scotland' report
January
Quarterly Economic Indicator - Quarter 4 Findings
The rule on 'Without Prejudice’ and ‘Without Prejudice Save As To Costs’ - What does it mean?
Support for your Staff - Learn how to get rapid access to qualified health & wellbeing support - Click Here to register for our free SALUS webinars next session 15th March 2023
December
Short-Term Let Licencing deadline extended
Plastic Packaging Tax - Click here to check if your business needs to register
Islands Cost Crisis Emergency Fund announced
November
Check when you must register for Plastic Packaging Tax
October
Heat & Energy Efficiency Scotland - New Scot Gov energy agency launched
Scottish Government Cost of Living Crisis help-site
SCC QUARTERLY ECONOMIC INDICATOR: Q3 2022 REPORT
'Grow your Business Online' - Meet the experts - 23rd November 2022
International Trade Week: Scotland Roadshow! [31st October to 10th November 2022]
September
International Opportunities - Sanitary Products & Molnupiravir 200mg Capsules
Energy Bill Relief Scheme: help for businesses and other non-domestic customers
The Energy Bill Relief Scheme FAQ Document
Real Living Wage rises by record 10% to £10.90 an hour
British Chamber of Commerce announces new 'Chamber Cyber Essentials' membership benefit
National Insurance increase reversed
Importers can apply for one-month extension to CDS switchover deadline, government confirms
Ayrshire Business Week 2022 - Events Programme
A stronger and more resilient Scotland: the Programme for Government 2022 to 2023
July
How the 'Without Prejudice' rule works
Mental health and wellbeing strategy: Scottish Government consultation
£1.5 million to boost recruitment into the aviation sector announced
Review of the Short-Term Let Sector - Survey in response to Scottish Governments' intent to licence the sector
Cyber Security: Five-point guide
Wellbeing and Workplace Culture Research from Westfield Health
SCC Quarterly Economic Indicator: Q2 2022 Report
UPDATED UK sanctions relating to Russia
Ayrshire Regional Skills Investment Plan 2022 - 2025
EXTEND programme for aerospace rail and renewables sectors
Consultation on new land reform legislation launches
June
EU-Ukraine business matchmaking platform
Delivering Scotland’s circular economy: a consultation on proposals for a Circular Economy Bill - Closes 22/Aug/2022
British Chambers of Commerce - Annual 2022 Business Barometer Report
Could you heat your business for less with heat pumps? - Business Energy Scotland webinar - 30th June
New Single-Use Plastics regulations come into force
Virtual Meet the Buyer 2022 - 15th June | 10am
Updated Business Fire Safety information from Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
May
£1 million fund launched ahead of 2023 UCI Cycling Worlds
Amazon BootCamp Scotland - 14th June 2022
Event: Sourcing Scotland - 31st May 2022, 10:00am -2:30pm
Spotting and Reporting Phishing Attacks - Cyber-risks and Liabilities newsletter from MacKay Corporate Insurance Brokers
Coronavirus (COVID-19): distance aware scheme
Business Energy Scotland: Green office guide
Mental Health Foundation Loneliness Report - Scotland
The Academy - Market-focused training programme from the Scotland Food & Drink Partnership
April
Val Russell Steps Down
Free consultancy advice for small businesses adapting to impact of Coronavirus
SCC QUARTERLY ECONOMIC INDICATOR: Q1 2022 REPORT
Localised Ayrshire Results QEI Q1 2022
Renew: Recommendations for building back stronger - BCC Economic Framework
North Ayrshire Council - Inward Investment Service
AMBITION Programme - Grants for job creation in South Ayrshire
March
Temporary Cut to Fuel Duty introduced for full United Kingdom, for 12 months
Cyber Risks and Liabilities - Article from MacKay Corporate Insurance Brokers
Chancellor delivers the 2022 Spring Statement
Ayrshire Growth Deal Annual Performance Report (February 2022)
Open letter to the business community by Cabinet Secretary Kate Forbes
SCC Network Guide - Trade with Ukraine, Russia & Belarus updated 4th March
Free consultancy advice for small businesses adapting to impact of Coronavirus
Free advice on funding an apprentice for your business
Coronavirus workplace compliance - self assessment tool
Scotland's National Strategy for Economic Transformation
February
Scotland's Strategic Framework Update February 2022
CLICK HERE if you have a question about trading with Ukraine or Russia - gov.uk helpline
Scottish Apprenticeship Week 7-11 March 2022
Coronavirus guidance for childcare services
Give your views on how the UK Government can improve the UK’s customs system - closes 2nd May
Sustainability Certification Scheme Fund for Tourism Recovery
Coronavirus guidance for driving instructors and motorcycle trainers
January 2022
Coronavirus (COVID-19): compliance self-assessment tool
Coronavirus (COVID-19): certification scheme - information for businesses and event organisers
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Guidance for safer businesses and workplaces
SCC Quarterly Economic Indicator Survey Results Q4 2021 Local Ayrshire QEI Results Q4 2021
HMRC Making Tax Digital for VAT Deadline 1st April 2022
Tourism and Hospitality Talent Development Programme - Phase 2
UK Seafood Fund: Skills and Training Scheme
Self-Isolation and testing changes - 05/01/2022
Coronavirus (COVID-19): compliance self-assessment tool
TravelTech for Scotland - Support for the Tourism and Hospitality Sectors economic recovery
December 2021
UK Export Academy V2 - 2022 Registration now open
Guidance for safer businesses and workplaces - updated 23rd December
Low Emission Zone Support Fund for Businesses
Coronavirus guidance for call centres and customer contact centre environments
TravelTech for Scotland - support for the Scottish technology and tourism sectors
Additional protective Coronavirus measures announced - 14 December 2021
SCC response to Scottish Government’s COVID-19 update – 14th December 2021
Coronavirus - Guidance for Safer Office Working
SCC Responds to the Scottish Budget for 2022-23
Coronavirus - Workplace Testing
Covid-19 Guidance and advice for holidays in Scotland
November
Living Safely for Us All - Winter COVID-19 Guidance
Preparing for the Customs Declaration Service
£50 million for warmer, greener homes - Scottish Government
Flexible Workforce Development Fund
SME Energy Efficiency Projects Loan Scheme
Adopt an Apprentice - Funding Stream
Connecting Scotland Fund - Closes 12th November 2021
October
SCC Comment on Autumn Budget 2021
Women Returners Programme - closes March 2022
Energy efficiency funding for Scottish Industry - closes 17th December 2021
Digital Start Fund - Now Open
The Scottish Food and Drink Net Zero Challenge Fund
Scotland’s UNESCO Trail: The Wonders Within video
COP26 Green Zone - Free tickets
Temporary Visas for poultry workers and/or HGV drivers to transport food goods
SCC QUARTERLY ECONOMIC INDICATOR: AYRSHIRE RESULTS
SCC QUARTERLY ECONOMIC INDICATOR: Q3 2021 REPORT
SCC QUARTERLY ECONOMIC INDICATOR: Q3 2021 PRESS RELEASE
Dubai Expo - Culinary encounters across all cultures
COP26 - Member Spotlights
Dubai Expo - Taking a global view of business
September
International travel testing updated - Gov.Scot
Coronavirus guidance on ventilation - Gov.Scot
Vaccine certification plans approved by Scottish Parliament
Local Charities requesting Help - PDF
Coronavirus (COVID-19): safer businesses and workplaces guidance
International travel restrictions to be relaxed and simplified
Trade and customs: 2021-22 timeline
Trade finance tips for Scottish exporters
August
EU VAT e-commerce package announced
DigitalBoost Development Grant - Reopened
British Chambers of Commerce Reaction to Announcement of Extension of CE Marking Easement
Scottish Government Workplace testing rolled out to boost recovery
Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) services - COVID-19 (Coronavirus) guidance
District Heating Loan Fund announced
Close Contact Services - COVID-19 (Coronavirus) guidance
Youth Music Initiative Fund - now open
eBike Grant Fund - now open
Scottish Co-Investment Fund launched
Scottish Enterprise launch 4th year of Principally Women programme
Business charge point funding for Electric Vehicles
Move more in the Morning - Tips to stay active from Westfield Health
Move more at work - Tips to stay active at work from Westfield Health
July
Tariff Checker Service - For businesses moving goods to Northern Ireland
Self Isolation - Application of exemption for critical staff now available
Chamber receives funding to help food and drink sector recover from Covid impact
Businesses urged to make Living Hours pledge - The Scottish Living Hours Accreditation Scheme
£21 million Digital Dairy Project - South-West Scotland and Cumbria region
Help Remote Employees Stay Cool During a Heatwave - MacKay Corporate Insurance Brokers
Azets warns of 'construction cash crunch' when moratorium ends in September 2021
HMRC Issue reminder of National Minimum Wage for Summer Staff
SGF Go Local Grant Fund Now Open - Closes 31st August 2021
Scottish Government Nature Restoration Fund Now Open - Closes 27th July 2021
Urquhart Opticians announce new 'Care & Community' Fund
Income Tax and National Insurance contributions exemption for employer-provided coronavirus antigen tests
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Guidance for returning to offices
New recruitment drive for tourism and hospitality sectors announced
SCC QEI Survey results for Ayrshire Q2 2021 | Read SCC Press Release
SCC QEI Survey results for Scotland Q2 2021
Trade and customs: 2021-22 timeline
Scottish Government announce £8 million package for health and social care workforce wellbeing
June
UK Government announce temporary reduced rate of VAT for hospitality and hotel accommodation & attractions
Update - Furlough Scheme Payments changing from July 2021
Industry invited to note interest in fair and sustainable green ports in Scotland - Closes 27 July 2021
Westfield Health issue 'The Future of Work' report
Information on how to pay VAT deferred due to coronavirus (COVID-19)
SCC respond to Scottish Government June 22nd COVID-19 Update
Barclays Bank announce 'Barclays Entrepreneur Awards 2021'
Coronavirus (COVID-19): ventilation guidance
Funding for green jobs - First call extended until 12 noon on 1st July 2021
New Island Communities Fund (ICF) for sustainable projects announced
Vaccine programme expansion to include international students
Rapid test kits rolled out to pharmacies in Scotland
General guidance for safer workplaces - Coronavirus
Strengthening links with Europe - £3 million funding announced
£26 million Connecting Scotland programme announced To APPLY click here
May
Coronavirus (COVID-19): events sector guidance - Updated 14th May 2021
How to report self-isolation support payments
Coronavirus guidance for sport and leisure facilities
HR considerations for getting back to business
Mental Health Support Resources from Westfield Health
Coping with Change PDF - from Westfield Health
Controlling Worry - from Westfield Health
Breathing Techniques - from Westfield Health
April
First Minister Announcement 20 Apr 21
Safe Travel Advice for Businesses from Rail Delivery Group
Re-opening Checklist for food businesses during COVID
Adapting restaurants and food delivery during COVID-19
Coping After COVID - Recovering the hidden cost of the pandemic
SCC Quarterly Economic Indicator Results Full Report for Q1 of 2021
SCC QEI Survey results for Ayrshire Q1 2021
UK Export Finance - Access export finance & insurance against buyer default
SMART: SCOTLAND grants
Ayrshire Chamber - Rally for Growth Manifesto 2021
10 Days of TartanDay - Celebrate the links between Scotland and North America
Medicines and diagnostics manufacturing transformation fund
Tax cut announced for employers of veterans - Gov.uk
Marine Fund Scotland now open - Blue Economy Policy
Coronavirus (COVID-19): guidance on workers' accommodation
March
Scottish Enterprise - Green Jobs Funding
Better Places Green Recovery Fund Round 2 - Now Open
UK Government Brexit Checker tool
Take the Business in the Community Race at Work survey - OPEN until June 30th
BREXIT SME Fund - OPEN for applications until 30th June (unless all funds allocated before closing) APPLY HERE
UK Budget 2021 and implications for Scotland – Fraser of Allander Institute
February
Updated Strategic Framework published 23rd Feb
UK Government provides devolved administration in Scotland with additional £1.1 billion to help tackle coronavirus.
HSE guidance for Coronavirus (COVID-19): working safely
Creative Scotland Covid 19 Resource Directory
Seafood Disruption Support Scheme (SDSS)
Government announces £20 million SME Brexit Support Fund
The Scottish Government have announced their 2021/22 budget.
Significant new investment to drive economic recovery, bolster public services and support families underpins the Scottish Government’s spending and taxation plans for the coming year.
Business support remains a priority and the Finance Secretary confirmed that the Local Authority Discretionary Fund will be doubled to £60 million in this financial year to allow councils to respond to local needs. In addition, businesses eligible for the Strategic Framework Business Fund will receive full Level 4 payments on 22 February, regardless of any future changes to local restrictions.
You Asked, We Delivered - Chambers activity report
Forward Together - Chamber Strategy 2021-22
January 2021
Quest CJRS Extended FAQ's Jan 21
SCC Quarterly Economic Indicator Press Release
SCC Quarterly Economic Indicator Results Full Report for Q4 of 2020
SCC QEI Survey results for Ayrshire Q4 2020
Minister Scully Letter to Business on Covid Testing for Hauliers 11 /01/21
EU-UK Trade & Cooperation Agreement Analysis: JAN 2021
Extending support for Hospitality, Retail and Leisure (11/01/21)
Performing Arts and Venues sector guidance - Scottish Government
February 2021 International Trade Mission to Atlanta, Georgia USA - Speaker Programme
Marketplace User Guide - 2022
Ayrshire Regional Economic Strategy - May 23rd Agenda
Ayrshire Regional Economic Strategy - Summary
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