Latest Plan to Protect Jobs and Support Businesses

The UK Government has set out its Winter Economy Plan which is designed to protect jobs and support businesses over the coming months.
As part of the plan, the government has unveiled a new Job Support Scheme and extension of the Self Employment Income Support Scheme.
There will also be additional flexibility for over one million businesses to help pay back loans and deferrals of tax, plus the 5% VAT threshold for hospitality and tourism businesses has been extended.

Ensure You Are Up to Date with the New Coronavirus Measures in Scotland

The Scottish Government has introduced a range of new measures that are designed to help drive down the infection rate of Coronavirus.
The measures include a curfew for hospitality venues, restrictions on car-sharing, and encouraging all workers to work from home if they are able to do so.
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Is Your Business Needing a Digital Boost?

Fife businesses can now access free digital consultants, online training, and a wide range of support to help their business adapt and change.
With a variety of free training webinars and support available to help develop an e-commerce platform and a digital marketing strategy, Digital Boost is a key support tool that is easily accessible.
Plus, the Business Gateway team has also developed a Digital Boost special podcast that is focused on some expert tips and how digital upskilling can help you and your business through the pandemic.
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Latest Edition of FBM Update Now Available

The tenth issue of FBM Update, which showcases some of the fantastic things Fife businesses are doing, is now available.
In this edition, we hear from companies such as Carr's Flour, Peel Tech, East Coast Refrigeration, Home Sweet Home Estate Agents, Internet Creation, and Dynamic EMS.
Read it now at https://fifebusinessmatters.co.uk/

Are Your Risk Assessments and Control Measures Up to Date?

Businesses are being encouraged to ensure they keep their risk assessments and control measures up to date with the latest developments to deal with the Coronavirus pandemic.
Current guidance can found at:
Health and Safety Executive
Food Standards Scotland

Fife Business Week Events Line Up Unveiled

With businesses facing challenging times as they find their feet in the new normal, Fife Business Week brings a week of online events to assist businesses with their sustainability and resilience.
Many events address key issues such as e-commerce trading, new supply chains and markets, digital connectivity, and adapting to agile business models.
And with all events taking place online, it has never been easier to take part in Fife Business Week as public and private sector support agencies, business experts and entrepreneurs share their knowledge and experience

Click here to find out more and book your place now

Family-Owned Artisan Bakery Thrives in Burntisland

A new estate agency has launched in Kirkcaldy’s John Smith Business Park, with support from Business Gateway Fife.
Home Sweet Home Estate Agents Fife is the second branch of Home Sweet Home Estate Agents in Scotland, and will be run by local estate agent, Scott Galloway, with the aim of ‘instilling old school family values and growing it as a family business.’
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Help for High Growth Start-ups

High growth start-up companies and university spinout projects will receive grants to help them grow in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Part of a £3 million package of support, the funding provides grants of up to £50,000 for 41 high growth potential start-ups and up to £130,000 for 16 spinout projects. It also includes bespoke support to help businesses develop.

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Recycle Week 2020
21st -27th September 2020

Businesses are being encouraged to continue recycling to help the environment as part of Recycle Week 2020.

Green economic growth after coronavirus (COVID-19) is at the heart of the recently announced Programme for Government with £70 million being earmarked to improve waste and recycling infrastructure as part of it.

This major investment is one of a number of initiatives planned to help increase recycling and build a circular economy.

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Kick Start Scheme Launches to Support Young People into Work

The Kickstart Scheme, a ground-breaking initiative to support 16-24 year olds into work has been launched by the Government.

Any size and type of organisation that employs people can offer young people, claiming Universal Credit, a six-month work placement that will be paid for by the government.

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New Online Workshops and Seminars Launched

Our exciting new 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.
Find out more and download the brochure now

Our Business Advisers Are Here to Help

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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