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Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce News

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30/06/2022

Scottish Employers Feeling Impact Of Skills Shortages With Decreased Profitability

More than three-quarters of Scottish businesses (77%) report that skills shortages mean reduced output, profitability or growth, according to The Open University’s Business Barometer 2022 published in partnership with the British Chambers of Commerce.
30/06/2022

Thousands Enjoy Comet Festival Return

Thousands of people descended on Port Glasgow for the return of the Comet Festival at the weekend.
30/06/2022

‘Positive’ Start For New Government-Backed Task Force

A new task force aimed at securing additional funding and support for Inverclyde has met for the first time and been hailed as a ‘positive’ new development for the area.
28/06/2022

19 October 2023 Proposed As Date For Second Scottish Independence Referendum

Scotland's first minister has proposed 19 October 2023 as the date for another referendum on independence.
26/06/2022

International Business Mission to New Zealand (Virtual)

Inverness Chamber of Commerce is hosting a virtual trade mission to New Zealand, week commencing 7th November 2022.
26/06/2022

Space Suppliers Summit Glasgow 2022

The  Space Suppliers Summit is a conference and exhibition taking place on 4-5 October 2022 at the Technology and Innovation Centre at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow.
26/06/2022

New £2m Fund To Cut Environmental Impact Of Textiles

A £2m fund aimed at reducing the environmental impact of textiles has been launched in Scotland.
26/06/2022

New £200m Fund To Back Innovative Agriculture Projects

Projects which aim to boost food security in Scotland and address the biodiversity and climate crises are expected to benefit from a major Scottish Government funding programme.
26/06/2022

Cyber Resilience In The Third Sector

CVS Inverclyde is delivering Cyber Resilience training on behalf of Cyber Scotland, the Scottish Government and the TSI Scotland Network.
24/06/2022

Making Parking Simpler In Inverclyde

Plans to simplify parking rules across Inverclyde and create more free spaces have been unveiled by the council.
24/06/2022

Levelling Up Bid Aims To Put The Heart Back Into Greenock

Inverclyde Council is promoting an ambitious bid to the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund to transform the heart of Greenock Town Centre.
23/06/2022

New Car Park For Greenock Town Centre

A new car park has opened in Greenock Town Centre providing 20 spaces.
23/06/2022

Child Loss Support Increased

Greater support for Inverclyde Council staff who suffer the loss of a child has been unanimously backed by councillors.
23/06/2022

Comet Festival Set To Sparkle

The Comet Festival returns to Port Glasgow this Saturday for the first time in three years.
21/06/2022

Five Bids Received For Green Freeports In Scotland

Five bids have been submitted to create green freeports in Scotland.
20/06/2022

People In Inverclyde Urged To Take Part In Census Coverage Survey

People in Inverclyde are being encouraged to take part in the next phase of Scotland’s Census.
17/06/2022

Home Fix Scotland Issue Japanese Knotweed Guidance

Inverclyde’s repairs and maintenance contractor, Home Fix Scotland, is reminding River Clyde Homes’ customers of their responsibilities in tackling a scourge of invasive plants across Scotland’s central belt.
16/06/2022

Bank of England Raises UK Interest Rates To 13-Year High Of 1.25%

UK interest rates have risen further as the Bank of England attempts to stem the pace of soaring prices.
16/06/2022

Rail Strike To Halt 90% Of ScotRail Train Services

ScotRail says it will have to cancel more than 90% of its usual services when a UK-wide strike by signal workers takes place next week.
16/06/2022

Scottish Business Survey Is Launched

Scotland’s business leaders are being urged to take part in a survey to share their experiences of driving business forward post-pandemic.
15/06/2022

Nicola Sturgeon Unveils Case For Scottish Independence

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has unveiled what she called a "refreshed" case for independence.