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Driving improvements in business payment practices

Late payments disrupt small businesses, making healthy cash flow essential and to help promote fair practices, the Office of the Small Business Commissioner launched the Fair Payment Code (FPC). Prepress Projects, a company committed to ethical business, proudly earned the FPC Gold Award, and Managing Director, Lucy Harrier, shares why fair payment matters.

25th March 2025

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How businesses can support neurodivergent staff and customers

Andrew Burnett draws on his 20+ years experience as a brand and marketing strategist for businesses of all sizes, as well as his personal experience as someone who was diagnosed as autistic and probably ADHD later in life, to give pointers to businesses who want to better understand, and do more for, neurodivergent staff and customers.

20th March 2025

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Building confidence in your side hustle to start a business

Starting a side hustle is an exciting adventure, but it often comes with its own set of challenges - one of the biggest can be finding the confidence to leave a career and take the leap into turning it into a fully-fledged business.

9th October 2024

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How small businesses can reduce plastic use and become more sustainable

As our awareness of environmental impact grows, businesses are increasingly seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint. But making changes to operations overnight isn’t simple. This article offers 5 top tips to reduce plastic use.

7th October 2024

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Mademoiselle Macaron’s sweet success

Mademoiselle Macaron, founded by Rachel Hanretty, captures the essence of Parisian luxury in the heart of Edinburgh, Scotland, with a range of luxury, hand-made macarons.

5th January 2024

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PG Paper wraps up COP26

COP26 provided world leaders with a unique opportunity to discuss the climate crisis at a crucial time, but how can businesses adapt to help meet vital targets? For business owners, the story of Scottish firm PG Paper offers valuable insights that can be applied to their own journey.

14th March 2022

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Isle of Cumbrae distillery’s start-up spirit

Business Gateway’s start-up service has been crucial for Isle of Cumbrae distillery, as it brings its product to market.

14th March 2022

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North Uist Distillery reflects on Brexit changes

Learning from past experiences and accessing Business Gateway’s online resources has been crucial to help North Uist Distillery understand the changes caused by leaving the EU.

11th February 2021

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Making the most of marketing in your business strategy

Iain Muir, one of our advisers, outlines some reasons why you may wish to invest in your marketing strategy and points you in the direction of some resources that can help.

9th February 2021