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The Landmark Re-brands to DoubleTree by Hilton Dundee

Hotel to become the third DoubleTree by Hilton in Scotland.

11/04/13

RBS Chief Economist\'s Weekly Brief Available - 9th April

This week\'s Brief looks at Japan\'s bold action to end deflation, Eurozone activity contracting faster than before and whether the UK has dodged a triple-dip recession. The RBS Chief Economist\'s Weekly Brief is available online here.

11/04/13

Signs of a Recovery Remain Muted

Scottish Chambers of Commerce have released their Business Survey results for the first quarter of 2013. The survey, conducted in conjunction with the University of Strathclyde's Fraser of Allander Institute, reports an encouraging start to the year in the manufacturing sector, with some positive signs in construction and, to a lesser extent, tourism. However low demand remains a major constraint to increased activity in most sectors and the barrier to a return to trend growth. Garry Clark, Head of Policy and Public Affairs at Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: 'Our latest survey paints a picture of continued fragility in the Scottish economy with weak levels of domestic and consumer demand. As we warned at the beginning of this year, there are clear signs that the economy is continuing to bump along a path of little or no growth and further action may be required by government to stimulate demand over the course 2013. 'There are some positives to take out of this quarter's figures, particularly the renewed strength of manufactured exports which has resulted in an upturn in optimism in the manufacturing sector. We also welcome a second quarter of improved results in the construction sector, although this is beginning to highlight recruitment difficulties re-emerging in this sector. More unexpected was a return to signs of positive optimism in the tourism sector, though discounting is again evident. 'The majority of businesses across all sectors, except in oil and gas identify the lack of demand as the key blockage to future growth and if Scotland is to return to trend levels of growth of 1-1.5% per year or more, then further efforts will be required by government at all levels to stimulate demand. The Scottish Government and, more recently, the UK Government have now recognised the value of focusing resources on capital spending and investment. This must be accelerated and government must also look at how it can reduce the cost base for business, including action to reduce the impact of business rates. 'Businesses will find opportunities where they can, but the muted signs of improvement in our economy as we enter the spring can only be sustained and strengthened when businesses and consumers alike have the confidence to spend and invest.'

11/04/13

Skills Development Scotland's New Recruits

Businesses in Dundee & Angus to benefit from new employer services team.

11/04/13

Service Creates a Buzz for Ancrum Electronics

Named Premier Service Centre of the Year.

11/04/13

RBS Interest & Exchange Rate Forecast - April

05/04/13

New Chief Executive Announced for Chamber of Commerce

Award-winning marketer Sandra Burke taking up the reins.

05/04/13

Miller Hendry Tops Scotland's Will Aid Fundraising League

Winter fundraising campaign beats the rest.

03/04/13

Stagecoach Encourage Tourist Travel In April

Stagecoach East Scotland have teamed up with a number of tourist attractions in the area to encourage days out in April.

02/04/13

RBS Chief Economist's Weekly Brief Available - 2nd April

This week's Brief looks at the UK economy growing slightly, a disappointing export performance and the US housing recovery. The RBS Chief Economist's Weekly Brief is available online here.

02/04/13