Enterprise

The Scottish National Investment Bank has officially opened for business with the completion of its first major investment.

It is the UK’s first mission-led development bank and it is being capitalised by the Scottish Government with £2 billion over ten years.

Further steps to tackle inequalities in the workplace and help women return to work following a career break have been announced by Fair Work Minister Jamie Hepburn.

More funding will be made available for businesses affected by the extension of temporary restrictions to slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).

The First Minister announced that the current temporary restrictions will remain in place until 2 November. As a result, funding for business grants over this period will be increased proportionately.

The world’s first Smart Village for young people is on the hunt for digital champions age 18-28 from across Angus, Lanarkshire, Outer Hebrides, Rural Perth and Kinross and the Scottish Borders.

‘Supporting local businesses helps protect local jobs’ is the message behind a campaign launched by the Stranraer Development Trust.  The campaign encourages people to ‘Support Stranraer’, with the aim of building back confidence in the community and encouraging people to feel confident about enjoying local facilities and buying from local businesses.

Crofting the Brand - Adding Value

Do produce marks add value?

Russell Smith and Beth Rose, SCF Directors, discuss the advantages of using produce marks and how they can add value to your business.

Build your Team: Recruit, Refine and Retain

Effective and efficient recruitment, refining your team so that it is the best it can be and retaining the right people are all crucial parts of building a strong and successful team. In the first webinar of the ‘Managing People’ series, Gail Ellis of Greenburn will use her extensive experience in HR within the agri-food industry to lead an interactive discussion on how to recruit effectively, the importance of a contract and top tips on how to build a strong and successful team.

Megginch Castle, once home to a community of apple-growing monks, will play host to weekly digital farmers’ market NeighbourFood.

Forth Valley Food Festival will return this October with a series of virtual and socially distanced events showcasing local food and drink producers, growers, brewers and eateries.

The annual festival, which is now in its third year, will take place during the October school break (Saturday 10 – Sunday 25 October).

Festival UK* 2022 has announced that applications are open for a unique and pioneering £3 million funded research & development (R&D) opportunity.

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