Recovery Loan Scheme Extended to Support Business Growth

£25million Business Ventilation Fund To Open

The Scottish Government is launching a £25 million fund to improve ventilation in business premises and reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission.

Small and medium-sized businesses such as restaurants, bars and gyms may be able to claim back costs of up to £2,500 to undertake work such as the installation of carbon dioxide monitors and remedial improvement work to windows and vents.

From next week, businesses will be able to fill in a self-assessment form to receive advice on improving their current ventilation systems and identify if they are eligible for financial support from their local authority.

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East Neuk Salt Harvesting Success

Fife couple, Darren and Mhairi Pettie, fulfilled a dream when they created the St Monans based East Neuk Salt Co. Since then, the business has flourished and now they hope to become Scotland’s largest manufacturer of Hand Harvested Sea Salt.

See how Business Gateway Fife supported their start up and growth with advice and financial support packages.

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Are You Eligible for the Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme?

If you are a small or medium-sized business, you may be entitled to reclaim the costs of Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) for sickness absence due to COVID-19.

The repayment will cover up to two weeks SSP starting from the first qualifying day of sickness depending on certain criteria.

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Up to £5,000 Grant to Adopt an Apprentice

Adopt an Apprentice is a financial incentive for employers to take on an apprentice who has been made redundant. You can get up to £5,000 for employing a redundant apprentice.

Take on a Modern or Graduate Apprentice on the same apprenticeship to complete their training and get £2,000 to help cover wage and recruitment costs, or £5,000 for apprentices in the Oil and Gas sector.

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Taking Action To Reduce Waste And Its Impact.

The next steps in creating a circular economy in Scotland have been announced with the unveiling of the first round of funding through the Scottish Government’s £70 million Recycling Improvement Fund.

Over £7 million has been awarded to seven local authorities to increase recycling while preparing for future development.

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Fife Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund Now Open

Community groups and organisations can access funding to reconnect communities and support adults' (16+) mental health and wellbeing.

Fife Voluntary Action is managing this fund in partnership with Fife Council and Fife Health and Social Care Partnership and is responsible for distributing just over £1million across Fife in year one. 

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Mara Seaweed Selected As One Of Most Promising Brands Of The Moment 

Mara Seaweed has been selected as one of the Bread & Jam Festival’s ambitious challenger brands. It applied and was successful for a fully subsidised ticket to the event, offering an incredible opportunity to rub virtual shoulders with some of the most exciting thought leaders in the food and drink industry. 

This was made possible via the Bread & Jam’s Start-up Challenger Fund, which was set up during lockdown as a way of giving the most promising brands access to resources beyond their budget.

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

Trading Online Webinar Provides Insight into Ecommerce

If you are considering selling your products online, this free online webinar will  help you to identify the e-commerce opportunities for your business.

It will also help you to select products to sell online, what systems are available and the most appropriate payment options.

Network Of Sharing Libraries And Repair Cafes To Be Created   

The Scottish Government is to help fund a new national network of community sharing libraries and repair cafes as part of a drive to reduce consumption and cut waste.

The facilities allow people to borrow items such as high quality tools, equipment, clothes and toys rather than buying them.

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Dubai Expo: Taking Scotland To The World

Scottish Chamber of Commerce Network is taking a delegation to the Dubai World Expo and will focus on one of Scotland’s great strengths: Luxury Products and Experiences. 

Scottish Chambers will guide you all the way in Dubai: linking you with the right connections and hand-picking events where you can shine.    It will use its global links through the international Chamber network to set up meetings with carefully matched companies from around the world.

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Host Your Next Meeting, Workshop or Training Session at the Enterprise Hub Fife 

If you are looking to bring your teams together in person or organise a training session with colleagues around a table, Enterprise Hub Fife can help.

Our spacious and professional meeting and events facilities can offer the perfect solution with state of the art technology and in a great location.

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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.

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