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Working together is key to unlock the region’s potential

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HIE’s Inner Moray Firth area manager, Audrey MacIver, shares her thoughts ahead of this year’s Highland Business Dinner on the region’s growing role in driving Scotland’s energy transition and wider economic opportunity. I strongly believe in the value of close engagement with businesses and the role collaboration plays in driving sustainable growth and supporting job […]

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2025: A Year of Progress, Stability and Strong Foundations

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By Marc Wilson, Board President of Inverness Chamber of Commerce Supporting our members to connect, grow and be heard has been at the heart of everything we’ve achieved in 2025. It has been a year of strong delivery for Inverness Chamber of Commerce, with increased membership, a thriving events programme and expanded international activity –

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Collaboration and Growth: Highlands and Islands Businesses Deepen Canada Trade Links

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Ten Scottish businesses, from different sectors and stages of their international journey, were hosted last night (Thursday 30 April) by Inverness Chamber of Commerce, at a special roundtable dinner, bringing together business leaders with a shared ambition to build stronger commercial connections with Canada. As an informal but focused discussion, the event gave businesses the

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Inverness Chamber Strengthens Board with Four New Director Appointments

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Inverness Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of four new Directors to its Board, confirmed at its recent Annual General Meeting today (Friday 24 April). Helen Inkster, Victoria Leslie, Chris Hawkes and Lindsay McCallum join the Board, bringing a diverse and complementary range of skills, sector insight and leadership experience. While the

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Highlands must not continue to be overlooked in Scotland’s clean energy future, warns Inverness Chamber

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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

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The Biggest Employment Law Reforms in Decades – Now in Force

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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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RASASH Announced as Charity Partner for Highland Business Dinner

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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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Inverness Hosts Dynamic EU Masterclass Showcasing Strength of UK–EU Trade Support

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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 Breakfast with Highland Council Chief Executive Derek Brown

Highland Council Chief Executive Discusses Housing, Workforce and Growth with Business Leaders at Chamber Breakfast

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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

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