VISIT SCOTLAND TO ADMINISTER NINE FUNDS FOR TOURISM AND EVENTS BUSINESSES

Visit Scotland will administer nine of the Scottish Government funds which will help many tourism and events businesses in key sectors that have received little or no support.

These nine funds present a clean sheet – so those who have had COVID-19 related funding before can apply again.  A business bank account will not be required – although evidence of running a business will.

For more details on the funds and how to apply, it will be available on the Visit Scotland website, and all funds are expected to be available to apply by mid-February.

Additional Grants Announced for Taxi and Private Hire Drivers

The Scottish Government has announced that more taxi and private hire drivers are to receive fixed costs grants. 

The announcement means that taxi and private hire drivers who have not received state benefits at any time since March last year will now be eligible for a £1,500 business support grant as long as they meet the remaining criteria.

Taxi drivers and private hirers do NOT need to make contact with Fife Council as all eligible businesses will be contacted in due course.  

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The Scottish Government has updated its guidance to support the continuation of working from home during the coronavirus pandemic in light of the latest ‘stay at home’ Health Protection (Coronavirus) (Restrictions and Requirements.

The guidelines include a checklist to guide businesses through the various considerations they will need to make.

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The First Issue of FBM in 2021 Is Out Now

The first issue of fbm Update in 2021 is now online. It is filled with news, success stories, and case studies of businesses operating in Fife, which are doing wonderful things despite the challenging trading conditions.

This edition features news from Briggs Marine, the Buffalo Farm, Feragaia, Omnidex Laser, Lucky Ewe and much more.

Read the full publication now at https://www.fifebusinessmatters.co.uk/

£1million of Funding to Support Vulnerable Young People into Work 

The Scottish Government has announced £1million of funding to help more vulnerable young people across Scotland into work.

Part of the Scottish Government’s Young Person’s Guarantee, the £986,702 investment will provide specialist pre-employment support for an additional 1,300 16 and 17-year-olds.

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Guidance for Manufacturing Companies Updated 

Guidance for the manufacturing sector, including procedures to plan for and maintain a safe place for all during the coronavirus pandemic have been updated by the Scottish Government to reflect the country's latest position.

The guidance sets out the expectations on the steps manufacturing businesses will take before and after reopening.

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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.

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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. 

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