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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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16/09/2021

International Business Mission To Italy (Online)

Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce is inviting applications from Scottish businesses to participate in their next Virtual Trade Mission to Italy on 20th October 2021, with a market overview session being held on Wednesday 29th September 2021.
16/09/2021

Slight Increase In Scotland’s Employment Rate

The number of people in work in Scotland rose slightly during the summer as job vacancies hit a record high, according to official figures.
16/09/2021

Checks On Goods Imported From The EU Delayed Again

The UK Government is to delay introducing post-Brexit checks on food and farming imports to England, Scotland and Wales, blaming Covid disruption and pressure on global supply chains.
16/09/2021

Scottish Economy Grows 4.7% In The Second Quarter Of 2021

Scotland’s GDP in real terms during the second quarter of 2021 grew by 4.7% compared to the previous quarter. Over the same period, the total UK GDP grew by 4.8%. 
16/09/2021

Council Leader Seeking Answers From Government Minister Over Shipyard Ferry Snub

Local politicians have reacted with dismay after it emerged that Ferguson Marine, Port Glasgow is not among shipyards being invited to bid for a major Government ferry contract.
14/09/2021

Member News: Glasgow Children’s Hospital Patients Watch In Amazement As Superheroes Rappel Down Building

Patients at Glasgow Children's Hospital watched in amazement as superheroes rappelled down the side of the building.
13/09/2021

Webinars For Importers Of Food And Drink Products From EU To Great Britain

Defra is hosting a series of free webinars to explain what you need to do to import the following products from the EU to Great Britain from […]
10/09/2021

Vaccine Certification Scheme Approved By The Scottish Parliament

The Scottish Parliament has approved the use of Coronavirus vaccination certificates to enter some events and higher risk venues.
09/09/2021

Touring Fund for Theatre and Dance

All applicants must be based in Scotland and involved in the production, programming and/or touring of theatre and dance.
09/09/2021

Companies Urged To File Accounts Early And Online To Avoid Delays

September is always a busy time with many companies due to file accounts with Companies House before the end of the month.
07/09/2021

SCC Respond To Publication Of 2021-2022 Programme For Government

Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce responds to the publication of the Scottish Government’s 2021-2022 Programme for Government.
07/09/2021

Scottish Goverment Publishes Programme for Government 2021-2022

The Scottish Government have published their 2021-2022 Programme for Government.
06/09/2021

ICC Announces Latest International Trade Mission To Italy

Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce has announced its next International Trade Mission to Italy, following the success of its inaugural mission to Colombia earlier this year.
06/09/2021

Women’s Safety Survey Launched

Women and girls in Inverclyde are being encouraged to have their say on their safety when out and about across the area.
06/09/2021

Prestwick Spaceport Reveals Plans To Become Europe’s Leading Space ub

Prestwick Spaceport has revealed plans to become Europe's leading space hub, as it steps up operational efforts and launches partner discussions.
05/09/2021

SCC Calls For ‘COVID Recovery Plan’ From Upcoming Programme For Government

In advance of the publication of the Scottish Government’s Programme for Government, Dr Liz Cameron OBE, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce has written to the First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon outlining the priorities for Scotland’s business community for the coming Parliamentary year.
03/09/2021

Inverclyde Chamber Comment On Vaccine Certification

George McKay, CEO of Inverclyde Chamber responds to the statement from the First Minister which raised the possibility that vaccine certifications may be required for entry to nightclubs and many large events in Scotland from later this month.
03/09/2021

Destination Leadership Programme

The Destination Leadership Programme is a 6-month, part-time CPD course which brings you together with like-minded individuals to learn more about leadership within your own tourism […]
03/09/2021

SCC Evidence To The Economy & Fair Work Committee

On the 1st of September, Scottish Chambers of Commerce Deputy Chief Executive, Charandeep Singh BEM, gave evidence to the Economy & Fair Work Committee at the Scottish Parliament.
03/09/2021

COVID-19 Marine And Outdoor Tourism Restart Fund Round 2

Round 2 of the COVID-19 Marine and Outdoor Tourism Restart Fund specifically supports Scottish-based businesses in the marine and outdoor tourism sector which have faced hardship due to the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The fund aims to help keep them in business as they restart operations.
02/09/2021

Olympic Hero Duncan Encourages Scots To Dive In

Olympic hero Duncan Scott is inspiring the biggest drive ever to encourage people of all ages and abilities in Inverclyde to learn to swim.