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Reducing complexity in the planning system - Part 1
Jul 21 2017 by Dr Maggie Bochel,Policy Council member
Reducing complexity in the planning system has been highlighted by Chamber members as crucial to breaking down barriers to growth and enabling delivery of our ambitious development plans.
Transparency and understanding of energy costs more vital than ever
Jul 20 2017 by Roddie Barclay, director of JPR Energy
Recent research by Santander has revealed bills have risen at twice the rate of inflation in the past decade. Gas and electricity costs are up more than 70%, with water prices having increased by 41%.
7 common myths about R&D tax credits
Jul 18 2017 by Ian Donaldson, business development manager, Jumpstart Ltd
DESPITE an overall increase in uptake of the R&D tax relief scheme by UK businesses, it is clear that companies in certain regions are clearly not reaping the full benefits of the scheme.
Securing and sustaining tomorrow’s talent
Jul 13 2017 by By David Clark, SPE Offshore Europe 2017 executive committee member and regional president UK and Africa with Aker Solutions
The effects of the most severe downturn since the mid-1980s continue to be felt across the sector
Being proactive with food allergies and intolerances
Jul 10 2017 by Craig Wilson, head chef and owner of Eat on the Green
According to the Food Standards Agency it is estimated that 1-2% of adults and 5-8% of children have a food allergy.
Cyber and physical attacks – understanding and managing the risks in oil and gas
Jun 29 2017 by Deirdre Michie, SPE Offshore Europe 2017 executive committee member and chief executive of Oil & Gas UK.
WHILE the cyber threat has been talked about for many years as an emerging security risk to the oil and gas industry, it is now very much ‘a new reality’.
Keeping print secure against cyber-attacks
Jun 15 2017 by Darren Bird, head of technology, Xeretec Scotland
NOWADAYS, large-scale cyber-attacks are a growing risk to networked devices posed by external hackers.
We’re ready – are you?
Jun 15 2017 by Anon, Executive Springboard
THERE was some welcome news for the energy industry this week as Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce announced the results of its 26th Oil & Gas Survey which points towards growing confidence levels across the sector.
Getting connected
Jun 8 2017 by Anon, Executive Springboard
THERE can be few things quite as daunting, whatever your walk of life, as facing a room full of strangers whose sole purpose of being there is to make business connections when you are currently unemployed.
Exit stage right?
Jun 7 2017 by Fiona Smith, director, Delfinity Consulting
IN the lifecycle of a business, there will be pivotal events including acquisitions, disposals, mergers and exits.
Joining the social revolution
Jun 2 2017 by Anon, Executive Springboard
TWITTER, Facebook, LinkedIn - social media has revolutionised the way people network, search for jobs and recruit for them.
The benefits of taking R&D tax advice
May 29 2017 by Ian Donaldson, client engagement manager, Jumpstart
R&D TAX credits is an invaluable financial aid can provide a lifeline for those in the oil and gas industry, but is often overlooked by those operating in fields where their eligibility is not quite so obvious.