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Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce News

News and press releases from Inverclyde Chamber, our members and our partner organisations at Scottish and British Chambers of Commerce.

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04/05/2023

Opinion: Tough Choices Must Be Made To Help Bus Operators

Almost four out of five public transport journeys in Scotland are on a bus. In 2021/22, there were 234 million passenger trips on buses. Why, therefore, have bus users been an afterthought for politicians and governments for decades?
02/05/2023

Blairs Welcomes New Machinery To Factory

Blairs Windows & Doors is proud to welcome the newest addition to its factory in Inverclyde - a specifically designer profiling and tenon machine and 5 Axis CNC machine.
28/04/2023

Businesses In Scotland Access Untapped Global Markets

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce is playing a frontline role to secure new international trade opportunities for businesses in Scotland. The rapidly changing landscape of domestic […]
28/04/2023

Three-sy Peasy At Education Awards

A nursery, a head teacher and a member of staff from the council’s community learning and development service have scored a hat-trick for Inverclyde at this year’s Scottish Education Awards.
18/04/2023

SCC Responds To First Minister’s Policy Priorities

Dr Liz Cameron CBE, Chief Executive, Scottish Chambers of Commerce, responds to the First Minister’s speech in the Scottish Parliament which outlined the Scottish Government’s policy priorities for the next three years.
17/04/2023

#BeCourteous Campaign Launched

A new campaign launches today (Monday 17 April 2023) encouraging people to be courteous to others when walking, cycling, running, or dog walking. 
11/04/2023

Chamber Chat – Inverclyde Community Fund

At last week’s Chamber Chat event, we were delighted to welcome Helen McCormick from Inverclyde Community Fund. As a Trustee of the Charity, Helen spoke passionately […]
11/04/2023

Marine Tourism Plays A Key Role In Boosting Scotland’s Economy

A new report supported by Inverclyde Council has highlighted the importance of marine tourism to the Scottish economy.
06/04/2023

SCC Survey – Most Scottish Firms Report No Improvement In Finances During First Quarter

The latest findings from a leading Scottish business survey by the Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC), confirm that the beginning of 2023 provided a welcome respite […]
06/04/2023

Off The Beaten Track With New Coastal Route

A new coastal path through the heart of Inverclyde is providing an attractive route for people travelling on foot and on wheels. Work recently finished on […]
05/04/2023

Eight Out Of Ten Firms Pay Men More Than Women

Men still earn more than women, according to data gathered by the BBC.
05/04/2023

£250k Funding Award Towards New Community Hub

A horticultural charity that provides skills and training opportunities for people with additional support needs has secured almost £¼ million from Inverclyde Council towards building a new community hub.
05/04/2023

Over 300 Trees Planted Across Inverclyde

A massive tree planting exercise is underway across Inverclyde with over 300 added to local greenspaces.
31/03/2023

Tunnels Vision Thanks To £30k Makeover

Three busy walkways in Greenock Town Centre have been given a facelift to make them more welcoming for residents and visitors. Inverclyde Council has completed work […]
31/03/2023

CPTPP: UK Accepted Into Trade Bloc In Biggest Trade Deal Since Brexit

The UK has been accepted into an Indo-Pacific trade bloc in what the UK government says is its biggest trade deal since Brexit.
29/03/2023

New Cabinet Unveiled

First Minister Humza Yousaf has unveiled his Cabinet team with five members aged under 40 and, for the first time ever, a majority of women. Shona […]
28/03/2023

New Trees Planted At Kilmacolm Park In Honour Of Queen

Trees planted at a Kilmacolm beauty spot have been dedicated to the late Queen Elizabeth as part of a major environmental project. Around 25 trees at […]
28/03/2023

Trade Mission To Barbados

Dunbartonshire Chamber of Commerce is delighted to support an exciting trade mission to Barbados led by Renfrewshire Business Network & Invest Barbados.
28/03/2023

Humza Yousaf Confirmed As Scotland’s New First Minister

Humza Yousaf has been confirmed as Scotland's new first minister after a vote in the Scottish Parliament.
27/03/2023

ICC Welcomes New First Minister

Responding to the announcement that Humza Yousaf MSP has successfully become the new SNP leader and First Minister, Mark Spragg, President of Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce, […]
27/03/2023

Humza Yousaf Succeeds Nicola Sturgeon As SNP Leader

Humza Yousaf is to succeed Nicola Sturgeon as SNP leader and Scotland's first minister after a vote of party members.