Scottish Business Challenges in 2019
In the years since Business Gateway began, the world around us has changed beyond our recognition. Hugh Lightbody, Chief Officer for Business Gateway looks to the year ahead and the potential challenges Scottish businesses face.
20th February 2019
Business Gateway launches drive to increase business growth across Scotland
From space asteroid mining and artisan bacon production to the renovation of a gin distillery, the Scottish economy has received a major boost after more than 53,000 customers connected with Business Gateway in 2018.
11th January 2019
Funding to boost cyber security
Scotland’s businesses and charities can tap into £500,000 of Scottish Government funding to boost their cyber security.
8th November 2018
Digital Skills doubles up on award nominations
DigitalBoost, the support programme that has helped thousands of Scottish SMEs enhance their digital skills, has been shortlisted for two major business awards.
18th September 2018
Over 100,000 jobs created in 10 years
Scottish businesses have created more than 100,000 jobs with Business Gateway support from 2008 to 2018.
25th June 2018
New loan to drive digital development
Scottish SMEs can access 0% finance via the Scottish Government Digital Development Loan to invest in their digital future.
18th June 2018
Digital Skills in running for awards
Our digital support programme for Scotland’s SMEs was shortlisted for two awards at the Holyrood Connect Awards 2018.
13th June 2018
Digital Skills funding extended
Business Gateway was awarded £1.7 million by the Scottish Government in May 2018 to continue our digital programme.
30th May 2018