By Colin Marr, Chief Executive, Inverness Chamber of Commerce Earlier this week, Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop announced provisional dates for work on the A96 dualling. She said construction “could” start on the Inshes to Smithton A9/A96 link in 2028/29, and on the Nairn Bypass in 2029/30. Any progress is welcome, but it’s important to put […]
Scotland-Canada Business Week this April presents a significant opportunity for Scottish businesses to connect with Canadian companies who are actively seeking partnership, collaboration and investment opportunities in Scotland. With strong alignment across innovation, energy, food and drink, technology and professional services, the week is designed to move beyond introductions and towards profitable, long-term commercial relationships.
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By Colin Marr, Chief Executive, Inverness Chamber of Commerce This week, Highland Council published the results of the public consultation on the proposed visitor levy (often referred to as a tourist tax), which ran from November 2024 to March 2025. They also released the findings of the independent economic impact assessment that we, along with
Inverness Chamber of Commerce is inviting nominations from its membership for a new cohort of Directors, as several current Board members reach the end of their term at the Chamber’s 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday 24 April. The Chamber is run for the benefit of its members, and Directors play a vital role
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Inverness Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce that renowned property expert and broadcaster Phil Spencer will headline the 2026 Highland Business Dinner, one of the most highly anticipated events in the Highlands’ business calendar. Best known as the long-standing co-presenter of Channel 4’s Location, Location, Location, Phil Spencer brings more than two decades of
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Changes to Scotland’s non-domestic rates system are once again placing significant pressure on businesses across the Highlands – raising serious questions about whether the current approach is still fit for purpose. Non-domestic rates, sometimes referred to as business rates, are charged on most commercial properties and are based on their rateable value. These values are
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This week’s Scottish Government Budget delivered a mixed picture on two of the Highlands’ most consequential infrastructure priorities: the A9 and A96 dualling programmes. In her budget statement on Tuesday, Finance Secretary Shona Robison reconfirmed the Scottish Government’s commitment to completing the dualling of the A9 between Perth and Inverness by 2035, backed by nearly
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Scottish EDGE is set to provide more opportunities for entrepreneurs living outside the central belt thanks to a second round of its successful Regional EDGE competition. Backed by Scottish Government funding the competition is open for applications from 14 January 2026. To celebrate entrepreneurial talent in regions with historically lower levels of engagement with Scottish
The Inverness Chamber of Commerce office will be closed from 5pm on Friday 19 December and will re-open on Monday 5 January 2026. For international documentation support over the festive season there is the following cover: Export Documentation (Certificates of Origin, EUR1s) Customs Declarations (imports, exports and transit) For customs enquiries and entries, we have sought the assistance of Bristol Chamber of Commerce
Inverness Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Edinburgh and West Highland Chambers, is pleased to announce Scotland–Canada Business Week 2026. Scottish companies are invited to register their interest in connecting with Canadian firms seeking new partnerships and opportunities across Scotland. Supported by the Scottish Government and Scottish Chambers of Commerce International Trade Partnership programme, this
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