Businesses Urged to Focus on Baseline Measures The Scottish Government has issued a statement highlighting the need for businesses to remain focused on current baseline measures and their importance to the collective effort to suppress the virus.
Whilst the economy has been able to open fully as we move beyond Level 0, case numbers have been increasing and businesses are being urged to continue to communicate and work with their employees to implement measures that will help suppress the virus: Click here to find out more. |
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Scottish Food Fortnight 2021 Starts This Weekend From the North Highland’s artisan smokehouses to Arran’s cheesemakers and Fife’s buffalo farm, local producers are selling incredible produce all across the country, every single day. It’ll run from 4th – 19th September, and during this time we’ll be taking a ‘virtual tour’ of our food and drink producers, while also looking forward to the opportunities ahead. Click here to find out more |
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COVID-19 Marine and Outdoor Tourism Restart Fund Round 2 of the COVID-19 Marine and Outdoor Tourism Restart Fund specifically supports Scottish-based businesses in the marine and outdoor tourism sector which have faced hardship due to the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
The £800,000 fund is being administered by Visit Scotland and aims to support businesses in the marine and outdoor tourism sector as they restart operations. Click here to find out more |
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Quarter of a million Scottish entrepreneurs set up business in 2020 A quarter of a million people in Scotland were setting up or running new businesses in 2020, despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, a survey has found. The Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) survey estimates that 7.3 per cent of the Scottish population – 247,000 adults – were actively engaged in setting up a business or already running an enterprise established in the last three-and-a-half years. A further 5.7 per cent – 194,000 – were entrepreneurs running more established businesses. Click here to find out more |
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Pittenweem Preserves Heads To The R&A’s 150th Open A preserve making business, which started as a hobby for Pittenweem-based interior designer, Fiona Audsley, has become a full-time job, which is keeping her busier than ever. Fiona started Pittenweem Preserves four years ago and is currently basking in the success of having secured a significant contract to make two limited edition marmalades (one Seville orange, the other with a whisky twist) for The R&A’s 150th Open. Click here to find out more |
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Covid-19 Vaccination Certification Coronavirus vaccination certificates will be required to enter certain events and higher risk venues, such as nightclubs, music festivals and some football grounds if Parliament backs the move in a vote planned for next week. While Covid cases continue to rise and to avoid as little disruption to the economy as possible, the Scottish Parliament will be asked to vote on the introduction of the certification scheme which will only be implemented once all adults have had the opportunity to receive both doses of the vaccine. Click here to find out more |
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Ductform Works on Fife Ethylene Plant Ductform has been manufacturing and installing HVAC Ductwork for the Fife Ethylene Plant (FEP) in Cowdenbeath.
As part of FEP’s significant investment in the plant, and in keeping with its continued commitment to safety, Ductform was asked to provide 1500mm diameter fully welded, stainless steel ductwork, with 80x80x8mm flanges.
Read the full story now at https://www.fifebusinessmatters.co.uk/ |
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Workforce Mental Wellbeing & Suicide Prevention Campaign to Launch The campaign will take place from 6th September – 10th September 2021 and will focus on encouraging Fife Workplaces to realise that #ItsEveryonesJob to look out for each other’s Mental Health & Wellbeing.
The campaign has been designed collaboratively by Fife Workplace Team and the Suicide Prevention Officer at Fife Health Promotion Service, part of Fife Health & Social Care Partnership. Click here to find out more |
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Enterprise Hub Reopens to Provide Private Meeting and Desk Space Opportunities If you are finding it difficult working from home with all the distractions and interruptions or looking for a private meeting room, Enterprise Hub Fife has reopened its fantastic facilities and redesigned its set-up to ensure a safe working environment. Click here to find out more |
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International Trade Support Available A list of available international trade support, as well as upcoming webinars and workshops from Scottish Enterprise and its partners, has been published.
In addition to the workshops and seminars, there is also a range of business guides and communications to businesses highlighting new rules and key actions. Click here to find out more. |
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Time Running Out To Enter Fife Business Awards 2022 The closing date for registering interest in the Fife Business Awards 2022 is fast approaching which means anyone wishing to enter their business into the prestigious awards must do so before the 20th September deadline.
With new categories announced for 2022, this could be your opportunity to gain the recognition and publicity your business deserves. Click here to find out more. |
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Fife Voluntary Action Calls For Support for Afghan Refugees Fife Voluntary Action is working with public sector partners, other third sector organisations and the people of Fife to welcome and support Afghan refugees looking to settle here in Fife.
They are looking for the generous people of Fife who wish to help address this humanitarian crisis to donate key items.
See how you can get involved now |
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Join Productivity Club Scotland Productivity Club Scotland is a network of businesses focused on doing things better. As leaders navigate the challenges presented by today’s environment, collaboration and support from peers has never been more important.
The Club offers the opportunity to engage with a range of businesses across all sectors and discuss common business areas. Click here to find out more |
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Advertising and Promotion - Webinar This webinar will give you the knowledge and skills you need to identify the best methods of promotion for your business and to produce an advertising plan to boost sales.
As part of the webinar, you will learn the key ingredients for a successful advertisement as well as the cost benefits of using different ways of advertising Click here to find out more |
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Here to Help - Request a Call Back from a Business Adviser We understand things may be extremely challenging at the moment whether it's dealing with financial issues, supporting your employees, or understanding what needs to be in place to enable you to safely reopen.
If you have any questions or just need someone to talk to, our business advisers are here to help.
Request a call back now |
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Free Online Workshops and Seminars Our exciting events programme is packed with workshops and training seminars which will help you to learn new skills, implement new ideas and improve your operations, as you look to rebuild your business.
Featuring new seminars on key topics such as managing your online reputation and producing your own video content, as well as some of the most popular courses to take control of your website, marketing activities and bookkeeping, we are here to support your business and help upskill your team.
Find out more and download the brochure now |
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SUPPORT PACKAGES AVAILABLE
Business Rates Support for Fife Businesses
Businesses are being offered a range of relief or discount schemes. To check if your business qualifies, please visit Fife Council's Business Rates Reduction page.
Funding for Social Enterprise Businesses from Firstport Firstport has a range of funding solutions available for Social Enterprise organisations from start-up funding to growth funding and for individuals aged 16-26 looking to make a positive change in the issues that matter to them.
The Creative Sector
Creative Scotland still has funding available to help support the country's creative industries against the impact of COVID-19.
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