Business News Archive
June 2007

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Mather signals retreat on SE move

ENTERPRISE Minister Jim Mather yesterday signalled to retreat from SNP pledges to introduce legislation to radically remodel Scottish Enterprise. more:

 

Reverse charge sales lists for eligible mobile phone and computer chip sales

From 1 July 2007, further VAT requirements could apply for certain mobile phone and computer chip sales. more:

New Chemicals Rules

The Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) Regulation came into force on 1 June 2007. If you manufacture, import, sell or use chemical substances the REACH Regulation will affect you. more:

Barrhead Enhancements

East Renfrewshire Council are considering further proposals and projects to improve and enhance the centre of Barrhead. more:

Small retailers must be niche to survive

The future of many small retailers is in doubt following a report claiming that the big chains will control 90 per cent of the market by 2016. more:

Surge in online spending

The amount of money Britons spent online grew by 33% in 2006 and will account for 9% of retail sales by 2011, according to a study. more: