VIEW FROM THE CHAMBER

Well, today’s the big day – the first UK General Election held in December since 1923. Let’s hope the weather is kind to us and we can all get out to take part in the democratic process to make our voices heard.

Some might say ‘uncer- tainty’ has been the business watchword of 2019 and it’s well known that uncertainty is one of the hardest things for businesses to deal with. All businesses have been affected by the political situation, but how can you make your views heard by those in power? That’s where being part of a strong business network can make all the difference.

As part of Lochaber Chamber of Commerce, you become part of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce network, the umbrella organisation for 26 Chambers of Commerce – representing more than 50 percent of private sector jobs in Scotland. The Scottish Chambers of Commerce plays a key role in consistently speaking up for the needs of the business community.

By joining Lochaber Chamber of Commerce, your company automatically becomes part of Scotland’s largest business organisation of 11,000 companies, with access to an unrivalled range of services, support and advice to aid your development as a thriving member of the business community and help you deal with uncertain times.

Local Chambers help businesses to grow and prosper through regular networking, advice and support, business training and free documentation – plus a range of specialist services, including legal, employment and healthcare, designed to reduce overheads, eliminate exposure to risk, avoid expensive litigation and enhance employee wellbeing.

With its affiliation to Scottish Chambers of Commerce, Lochaber Chamber is part of ‘the ultimate business network’, contributing views on a variety of issues affecting business and industry in this country. Scottish Chambers of Commerce has built a reputation as Scotland’s premier voice for business at national and international level.