Construction Training Showcase 2024 Open day

Fife Council is hosting a Training Showcase 2024 at the Skills Development Centre in Kirkcaldy on Thursday April 25th, from 10am to 2pm.

The Skills Development Centre is an Approved Training Centre for the delivery of National and International Qualifications for IPAF, PASMA, The Ladder Association and BAF, which are all delivered locally within Fife, and we are proud to be a member of each of these organisations.

The Training Centre has recently been modernised and adapted to suit the training and assessment requirements of these qualifications.

So if you are involved in the construction industry or are thinking about moving into the Construction Industry, why not register now.

Dive In Tae Digital With A Digital Marketing Intern

Dive In Tae Digital is a Fife Council funded digital marketing training programme from Scunnered Digital. Local unemployed people and students are upskilled over eight weeks before being matched with a local Dunfermline business for a four week internship.

Not only will businesses get hands-on in-house support in all things digital, they’ll finish the programme with digital strategies, bespoke research, content templates and more so they can continue the great work.

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Innovate UK Innovation Hub 

The Innovation Hub is an online platform that helps UK businesses and entrepreneurs find public funding and support to turn their innovative ideas into reality.  

This practical resource gives innovators better access to a wide range of public support for innovation. You can use the website to find everything you need to take your ideas from concept to commercialisation, from events and grants to awards and technical support.

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Five Ways You Can Gain Insights From Online Competitor Analysis

Analysing your competitors can help your business find opportunities and keep on top of industry trends.

This guide from Business Gateway explains what information you should look for and how to make the best use of the free digital tools that are available to help with your analysis.

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Apply Now For LaunchMe Investment Readiness Programme

LaunchMe is an investment readiness programme that offers business support and expertise for social and community enterprises in Scotland.

It will help you prepare to get the investment you need to help your enterprise grow.

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New Life For Abbotshall Hotel

One of the best-known figures in Kirkcaldy’s hospitality industry has returned to where it all started with his new venture. Dennis O’Connell has reopened the Abbotshall bar and restaurant, which he previously ran when it was known as The Abbey.

The former hotel on Milton Road has been given a substantial refurbishment, complete with a coffee shop, bar and restaurant. 

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Quick Fixes To Up Your Instagram Game

This free Business Gateway guide offers some quick ways your business can improve how it engages with your audience on Instagram.

The article explains how taking simple steps can increase viewers' interest and interaction with your brand.

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National Diversity Awards 2024 - Nominations Now Open

Nominations for the National Diversity Awards 2024 are now open. 

The UK's most prestigious diversity event celebrates the excellent achievements of grass-root communities that tackle the issues in today's society, providing them with recognition for their dedication and hard work.

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Enterprise Hub Fife Expands Its Offering

Enterprise Hub Fife opened its doors in Glenrothes seven years ago as a pioneering one stop shop to inspire entrepreneurs and boost business growth.  

Now it has been refurbished to maximise the space to offer premium quality meeting rooms and office space.

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Social Media Insights- Webinar

Learn the basics of social media analytics and a better understanding of how effective your social media posting is.

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It’s Okay To Not Be Okay Campaign

In partnership with mental health charities across the UK, this new campaign asks whether or not the famous phrase ‘it’s okay to not be okay’ is actually the reality for those living with mental illness.

The If It’s Okay campaign focuses on giving a voice to those who are still made to feel shame for their illness.

They’re calling on everyone in Scotland – and across the UK – to come together and be part of the change and make sure no one ever feels shamed for having a mental illness. 

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Fife Chamber Golf Day

The popular annual Golf Day is a highlight of the Chamber calendar, with 18 teams of four competing for the much sought after team trophy and individual prizes.
 
Teams play a Texas Scramble format on the finest courses in Fife, and the 2024 venue is Fife’s premier parkland course, surrounded with rolling woodlands of Pitfirrane Castle at Dunfermline Golf Club, situated in the charming village of Crossford. The hole in one and the fun longest marshmallow drive challenge is back to raise funds for local charities. 

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