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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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07/08/2021

UK Live Events Sector Promised Covid Insurance Scheme

The UK Government has confirmed that a £750m insurance scheme designed specifically for the events industry has been made available.
07/08/2021

£16.5 Million To Support Energy Transformation

More than £16m has been announced for projects to reduce emissions in the North Sea oil sector.
06/08/2021

B12 Entertainment Launches 01475 Event – Episode 1

The first of a new monthly live music event series in Inverclyde featuring live sets from Strange Dimensions, The Lines & Maya Jane with tunes from DJ Joyo to keep things moving in between.
06/08/2021

New Guidance For Businesses And Workplaces – Beyond Level 0

The First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced on Tuesday that Scotland will move “beyond level 0”, lifting most of the remaining legally imposed Covid-19 restrictions, including physical distancing.
06/08/2021

Family Day To Mark Member’s Milestone Birthday

An Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce member is marking its 30th anniversary with a family day for staff at a Perthshire hotel. 
05/08/2021

Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce On STV News

Inverclyde Chamber CEO, George McKay joined STV News last night (4th August) to talk about the opportunities the new visitor centre development at Greenock Ocean Terminal […]
05/08/2021

Free Training For Inverclyde Employers

Enable Scotland is offering free training to Inverclyde Businesses on Disability Awareness, Autism Awareness and Mental Health at Work.
04/08/2021

Greenock Cruise Ship Centre Due For Completion In 2022

Greenock’s iconic cruise ship visitor centre is due to be finished by next summer when the terminal is expecting a record-breaking season. National and local politicians […]
04/08/2021

Customs Declaration Service To Become UK’s Single Customs Platform

HMRC has announced that the Customs Declaration Service (CDS), a system founded on world-leading technology, will serve as the UK’s single customs platform from 31 March 2023.
03/08/2021

ICC Responds To Scottish Government Update On Lockdown Restrictions

Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive, George McKay responds to the statement delivered by the First Minister to the Scottish Parliament this afternoon on COVID-19 restrictions.
03/08/2021

Business Round-Up – 2 August 2021

Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce's weekly newsletter, with all of the latest Inverclyde business news for the week ending 1st August 2021.
03/08/2021

Government Advisor Launches Skills Programme To Support Inverclyde’s Next Generation

A Scottish Government advisor and vastly experienced space programme director has launched a new programme to support future opportunities for local young people.
29/07/2021

Member News: Class 2 Driver Opportunity With Blairs Windows and Doors

ICC Member, Blairs Windows and Doors is recruiting for a Class 2 Driver
29/07/2021

SCC Welcome Changes To Travel Quarantine Rules

Scottish Chambers of Commerce Chief Executive, Dr Liz Cameron OBE responds to the news that fully vaccinated travellers from the EU and US will not have to quarantine on arrival in Scotland.
29/07/2021

Scottish Government Announces £70 Million Investment Into Youth Employment

Young people looking to enter the workforce will benefit from £70 million of investment from the Scottish Government.
28/07/2021

No Quarantine For Fully Jabbed US And EU Travellers To England

People who have been fully vaccinated in the EU or US will not need to isolate when coming to England from an amber list country.
27/07/2021

Expansion Revealed By Wet Wall Works And Bathroom Elegance

Wet Wall Works and Bathroom Elegance company in Greenock have held a reputable standing within the Inverclyde region for nearly three decades. The expert team behind […]
27/07/2021

Business Round-Up – 26 July 2021

Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce's weekly newsletter, with all of the latest Inverclyde business news for the week ending 25th July 2021.
26/07/2021

Member News: Summerhouse Media Plays Significant Role In Delivering New York Times Climate Hub At COP26

The New York Times has announced the first speaker lineup for The New York Times Climate Hub. The ambitious week of programming will feature live journalism and […]
26/07/2021

Scots Firms Harnessing Potential Of Virtual Trade Mission To Colombia

A delegation of Scottish small and medium-sized enterprises has joined a mostly virtual trade mission to Colombia as businesses look to new markets in the wake of Brexit.
26/07/2021

Self-Employment Income Support Scheme – Fifth Grant

The online service to claim the fifth grant will be available from late July 2021. You must make your claim on or before 30 September 2021.