| Fife Council’s Start-Up Grant can provide individuals who intend to start a business in Fife with up to £500 towards the costs involved in starting to trade. Eligible costs include things such as equipment, stock and certification.
Grants are offered at the discretion of a Business Gateway adviser, so businesses must be working with Business Gateway Fife to be considered. |
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Scottish Co-Investment Fund The Scottish Co-investment Fund (SCF) is designed to address a finance gap alongside Scottish Enterprise's accredited co-investment partners.
You’ll need to secure funding from an accredited co-investment partner before applying for the fund. The partner will carry out diligence and bring the investment proposition to Scottish Enterprise detailing deal size, timing and deal structure.
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Keela, The Outdoor Clothing Brand Creates 20 New Jobs Glenrothes-based Keela, has reported a 43 per cent increase in sales growth with staff numbers now totalling 65.
It comes after a series of investments in technology, sustainable product research and development, and new manufacturing equipment, which “contributed to numerous retail client wins” as well as increasing sales through Keela’s website.
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The Perfect Flexible Events Space at Enterprise Hub Fife Whether you are planning a strategy session, looking to host a training workshop or require offsite meeting space, Enterprise Hub Fife offers bright and spacious areas with modern facilities in the heart of Fife. Click here to find out more |
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New Storytelling Play Centre Secures Venue In Anstruther Anstruther based couple, Teresa and Andrew Fynn, are a step closer to opening their planned new children’s play centre in the town after securing the venue for it.
The Little Neuk Storytelling Centre will be based in the Scottish Fisheries Museum on Anstruther harbour-side, utilising a former tourist information space. Click here to find out more |
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Networking for Introverts - Webinar This webinar is aimed at people who don’t enjoy networking or who are just plain terrified by the idea of walking into a room full of strangers and starting a conversation.
We will discover the secret that makes introverts actually better at networking than extroverts!
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Scottish Venture Fund The Scottish Venture Fund invests in companies from start-ups, early stage to expanding businesses seeking funding to develop new products and/or markets.
First, you’ll need to secure an offer of funding from a private sector investor before you can approach Scottish Enterprise to consider the gap in your investment package.
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Hub East Central Scotland - Meet the Contractor Hub East Central Scotland, in partnership with Perth and Kinross Council, is holding a Meet the Contractor event for local businesses and social enterprises.
On the day, suppliers will have the opportunity to hear about numerous supply chain opportunities for local businesses and trades and to meet and network with a range of major contractors looking to fill requirements in their supply chains.
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Green Network for Businesses The Green Network for Businesses is a searchable database of inspirational and informative sustainability projects from across Scotland. Its members help other businesses develop sustainable practices by showing the positive steps they have taken to reduce their environmental impact.
The online library of more than 300 case studies is searchable by location, sector, or type of measure, meaning the information is relevant to a wide variety of prospective projects. Click here to find out more |
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Inward investment success A record number of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) projects were secured in Scotland last year, according to the latest EY Annual Attractiveness Survey.
The country outpaced both the UK and Europe for the second year in a row, maintaining its position as the top-performing area of the UK outside of London for the eighth year.
Inward investment projects grew by 3.3 per cent in 2022, compared to 1.4 per cent growth across Europe and a 6.4 per cent fall across the UK. Click here to find out more |
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Guidance On How To Apply For Innovate UK Funding Opportunities Innovate UK provides grant funding, loans and procurements for UK-based businesses to support research, development and innovation. This guidance explains what types of funding opportunities are available and how to apply through their Innovation Funding Service. Click here to find out more |
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Cyber and Fraud Incident Response Helpline Call the free Cyber and Fraud Centre Incident Response Helpline at 0800 1670 623 if you suspect your organisation has experienced a cyber or financial fraud attack.
Experienced incident response experts will offer professional advice and guidance to help you resume operations.
The Cyber and Fraud Centre - Scotland also offers security assessments and can connect you with trusted external companies to provide on-site expertise when needed.
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Social Enterprise Awards Scotland 2023 The Social Enterprise Awards Scotland are back for 2023, celebrating the incredible work and impact of social enterprises across the country.
The awards are an opportunity to showcase the very best of social enterprise in Scotland, highlighting their agility and ability, and the active role that they can play in building places, supporting communities, and making a positive impact on our environment and wellbeing. Click here to find out more |
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ChamberForce - From Armed Forces to Workforce Discover the wealth of valuable skills, experience, and qualifications that veterans and service leavers can offer – many of which are not always immediately apparent to employers outside the armed forces.
The event will also provide valuable insights into the game-changing "Military Skills Discovery Tool." This tool recognises and translates the skills, experience, and qualifications gained during service into language that is easily understood by learning institutions and employers outside the armed forces.
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