Circularity Scotland was set up in 2021, with the specific purpose of administering Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS).

The scheme will see consumers in Scotland paying a small amount of money (the deposit) for the container when they purchase a drink to take away. This is refunded in full when they return the empty container. 

Circularity Scotland has created a number of toolkits for Producers, Retailers and Hospitality businesses which can be accessed via its website.

SMART: SCOTLAND grants

The SMART: SCOTLAND grant is one of Scottish Enterprise's research and development grants that aims to support high-risk, highly ambitious projects.

It covers conducting feasibility studies. It’s only available to small and medium enterprises based in Scotland and supports activities that have a commercial endpoint.

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The Farmer’s Son Celebrates Selfridges London Listing

Fife-based black pudding and haggis specialist, The Farmer’s Son,  has secured a deal to supply the world’s leading department store Selfridges London.

This is the latest success for The Farmer’s Son which already stocks its traditionally made haggis and black pudding in the high-end shops of Booths, organic food supermarket Whole Foods as well as numerous farm shops and delis across the UK. 

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Consultation on Community Wealth Building.

Views are being sought on ground-breaking proposals to help grow local economies and ensure more money stays in the hands of communities.

The Scottish Government is consulting the public on plans for new Community Wealth Building legislation - the first of its kind in the world - as part of its wider strategy to transform Scotland’s economy.

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Regional Selective Assistance Funding

RSA funding is designed to support projects that will help create jobs and a greener economy. If your company is in need of at least £100,000 in grant funding, check your eligibility and start the application process today.

RSA is a discretionary grant aimed at encouraging capital investment and job creation in Assisted Areas of Scotland.

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Book Your Place at Meet the Buyer 2023 

Whatever the size of your business, you will meet procurement teams, buyers and supply chains to learn about upcoming projects and tender opportunities locally, nationally within Scotland and right across the UK, at Meet the Buyer 2023!

Now in its 14th annual year, Scotland's national Meet the Buyer event is taking place as a fully in-person event at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre on 17th May 2023.

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Developing a Short Term Cash Flow - Webinar

​Many people would like to start their own business but need to forecast their planned cash situation.

Using a cash flow template, the aim of the session is to provide a structured approach to developing a robust cash flow to ensure that the person is aware of what their cash position will be.

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Events and Meeting 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.

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Fair Start Scotland Annual Report Year Four Published

The report focuses on the progress Fair Start Scotland has made in its fourth year and provides an insight into the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and emerging economic and cost crisis challenges.

The report also details how Fair Start Scotland responded to these challenges via continuous improvement activities and service delivery changes.

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Technical Export Training

The importance of understanding and correctly completing export documentation is crucial for any business trading internationally.

The delay of getting the goods to your customer seriously effects your reputation and the increased costs have an influence on your profit margins. 

By the end of the course, delegates will have a technical competence in the export process sufficient to enable them to make a productive contribution to the efficient working of an export office.

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If you are looking to move to new business premises that offer full reception facilities, meeting rooms and on site car parking, check out the Business Incubator Kirkcaldy.

Business Incubator Kirkcaldy offers high-quality business accommodation in a managed Centre. There are units ranging in size from 15sqm (165sqft) to 51sqm (551sqft).

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