Inverness and the Central Highlands must receive sustained investment from the next Scottish Government or Scotland risks missing a major opportunity to strengthen energy security, create jobs and deliver long-term economic growth. The call comes as Inverness Chamber today launches its Manifesto for the Scottish Parliament Election 2026, setting out a clear blueprint for unlocking […]
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is now in force and introduces a range of significant changes to UK employment law. From 6 April 2026, key reforms affecting family leave, sickness pay, trade unions, workplace protections, and stronger employee rights apply. The changes require updates to your policies, contracts, and HR processes. Paternity Leave From 6th April 2026, the below
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Inverness Chamber of Commerce has announced RASASH as the official charity partner for this year’s Highland Business Dinner, bringing the regional business community together to support a vital Highland service. Now marking its eleventh year, RASASH provides specialist emotional support and criminal justice advocacy for survivors of sexual violence aged 13 and over across the
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We were pleased to support the Scotland Office in hosting a highly successful two‑day EU Export Master Class on 18 and 19 March at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness this week. The event brought together an exceptional line‑up of international trade specialists, financial advisers, and sector experts. The aim was to assist Highlands & Islands
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Business leaders from across the region gathered in Inverness this week (11 March) for a wide-ranging discussion on the future of the Highland economy at the Chamber’s annual Business Breakfast with Derek Brown, Chief Executive of The Highland Council. More than 70 guests attended the event at the Kingsmills Hotel, where Derek Brown outlined the
Businesses across Scotland recently received their draft non-domestic rates revaluation, effective from 1 April 2026. Many Highland businesses have reported significant increases in their rates bills – in some cases, up to 400%. Your rates bill is calculated using two elements: the Rateable Value, set by an independent assessor, and the Rates Poundage, set by
Businesses across the UK have received timely geopolitical insight this week following the first emergency briefing delivered through the newly launched Diplomatic Advisory Hub, a joint initiative between the British Chambers of Commerce and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. The online session, attended by hundreds of businesses, explored the potential implications of the escalating
Scottish businesses are set to benefit from expert insight and guidance about exporting to the EU at a series of UK Government events this month. The Scotland Office will host two-day sessions in Inverness, Glasgow, Dundee and Edinburgh, aimed primarily at Scottish small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to either re-establish their presence in Europe
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The Inverness Chamber of Commerce is encouraging businesses and residents to engage with the new Inverness Interchange Feasibility Study – a major step towards creating an integrated transport hub and revitalised Station Quarter that connects bus, coach, rail, active travel and modern parking in a single, joined-up civic quarter. Commissioned by The Highland Council in
Last week, Inverness Chamber of Commerce members were given an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the region’s most dynamic energy businesses as our latest Inside Stories event took place at Aurora Energy Services. From the moment attendees stepped into the company’s state-of-the-art training facility, it was clear they were in the presence of a
