The Scottish Government have launched a public consultation on the Visitor Levy (Scotland) Bill – more commonly referred to as the “Tourist Tax”. If passed by the Scottish Parliament, the bill will allow councils to tax accommodation (hotels, B&Bs etc) with a charge based on a percentage of the accommodation cost. How much is charged, […]
Highland based Norscot Joinery, renowned manufacturer of windows, doors and timber frame house kits, has been acquired by 1st FSD Group. Although the business may have changed hands, there will no organisational changes, with day to day operations continuing to be provided by the existing management team. Founded by the Body family in 1984, Norscot
IT services provider The Apprentice Store secures global agreement with TechSoup The Apprentice Store, an IT services provider and social enterprise based in Inverness in the Scottish Highlands, has secured a landmark global agreement with TechSoup, a US-based not for profit organisation with a global network of partners providing technology solutions for third sector/not-for-profit organisations
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Care home operator Parklands Care Homes is to launch a series of Pride events for residents and staff. Parklands Pride will take place in June and July, with five shows featuring drag performers Venus Guytrap and Miss Lossie Mouth. The 80-minute shows will feature songs from icons such as Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Liza Minnelli
The Covid pandemic brought wellbeing right to the forefront of our minds; we became hyper-aware of health and illness, as well as the mental toll of lockdowns and isolation. Covid closed down our offices and changed how we interacted with our colleagues and customers. In many ways, we were forced to re-evaluate our attitudes to
We know, we know… we are currently enjoying Inverness’ two weeks of Summer, and the last thing anyone is thinking about is Christmas! But we also know that it comes round quicker every year, and it’s never too early to start planning for the festive season. The Drumossie Hotel have launched their 2023 Christmas brochure,
Simpsons invest over £100,000 in Solar and Energy Efficiency Measures Inverness based garden centre Simpsons transformed its roof space this spring, taking a big step forward in its sustainability journey to reduce energy costs and increase energy efficiency across the business. Over 300 PV solar modules were installed onto the main garden centre and restaurant
As we reflect on Highland Business Dinner, we were truly touched to receive this heartfelt letter of thanks from this year’s chosen charity, The Oxygen Works. We have been continuously inspired by their passion and dedication to their work, and it has been an honour to support them in a small way. Thank you to
On Friday 19th May, we were delighted to welcome almost 300 guests to the Drumossie Hotel for our flagship Highland Business Dinner. Attendees were given a warm Scottish welcome by Spud the Piper, before being regaled by our rhyming MC Liam Christie. After a heartfelt farewell speech from Stewart Nicol, and a celebration of Chamber
The countdown is on for our 2023 Highland Business Dinner, and we are very excited to support The Oxygen Works as our chosen charity for our prize draw. From oxygen therapy to cutting-edge physiotherapy and a range of complementary therapies, The Oxygen Works are committed to supporting the Highland community to better manage their health
