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Our website will undergo scheduled maintenance on 12th and 13th December. During this period, you will be unable to access our website or book onto any events. You can attend any scheduled events as usual. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Thanks, BG

The new Fair Payment Code has been launched by the Office of the Small Business Commissioner on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade, replacing the existing Prompt Payment Code. 🏅 The new Code has a tiered system of Awards which is aimed at awarding best practice and driving improvements in payment performance. 🤝 Every business granted an Award agrees to abide by the Code’s principles of being Clear, Fair and Collaborative with their suppliers. ⏳ The Fair Payment Code Awards last two years and every business will need to reapply for their Award at the end of each two-year period. Apply to become a member of the new Fair Payment Code ➡️ https://lnkd.in/egAp64Vq #FairPaymentCode

Saturday, 7th December, marked #SmallBizSatUK 2024, and we took a moment to reflect on the remarkable contribution of small businesses to Scotland’s economy and communities.    The owners behind these ventures are not just creating jobs; they’re driving innovation, revitalising town centres and fostering resilience in uncertain times.    We're very proud to have helped more than 150,000 businesses across Scotland start-up, and provided support - including offering 1:1 advice, signposting to valuable resources and making connections - more than a million times to businesses from all sectors.    "As a proud advocate for small businesses, I’ve seen firsthand how transformative the right support can be. Whether it’s seeing a working mum launch a pizza van she can run around childcare needs, the launch of the first ever whisky distillery in Shetland, or a former teacher looking for a new path after illness. These are just some of the inspiring businesses we’ve seen in the last year.    "Small Business Saturday is more than a day to celebrate this success; it’s a call to action." - Gail Macgregor, COSLA's Environment and Economy Spokesperson and Chair of the Business Gateway Board   Read the full story ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eAdvi35m

Small businesses are a vital part of the UK economy. Our new Business Growth Service will make it easier and quicker for small and medium-sized enterprises across the UK to get the help they need to grow and thrive. More 👉 https://lnkd.in/esK-5Ey6 #SmallBizSatUK #SmallBusinessSaturday

It's Small Business Saturday 2024! 🛍️✨ Small businesses, and the people that run them, have a unique place in local communities across the UK and the #SmallBizSatUK campaign does an amazing job at shining a light on the benefits of shopping small. We're proud to have provided support - including offering 1:1 advice, signposting to valuable resources and making connections - over a million times to small businesses across Scotland, and we'd like to give a shout out to 10 inspiring businesses we've had the pleasure of working with in recent years: 🥣 The Golden Bottom Bakery 🏺 Barra Pottery 🍸 Isle of Lewis Gin 🍓 ió fibrewater 🍻 The Exchange Pub & Grill 🍛 Maria’s Caribbean Flava’s 🕺 danceSing 🍃 Herb and Soul 🍨 Penny Licks ☕ Green Cup Find out more about Small Business Saturday and how you can get involved ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eXYdCQZ

Congratulations to all the winners & finalists! 🍾 ✨ Delighted to see Business Gateway Edinburgh client Gemma S., Founder of Gut Wealth, among the list of winners, taking home £100,000 for their innovative bacteria-based digestive health supplement 🏆 Find out more about #EDGE24 & the 37 businesses that were awarded part of the £1.5m prize pot ⬇️

Unpack the key announcements from the UK and Scottish Budgets with us. Our expert panel will explore the implications for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Scotland, and break down what the fiscal measures, funding allocations and policy updates mean for your business. 📍 Online webinar ⏰ Tuesday 10th December, 12:30pm - 1:30pm Panellists include: Hugh Lightbody, Chief Officer, Business Gateway National Unit Susan Love, Strategic Engagement Lead, ACCA Scotland Greg Sutherland, Tax Director, Johnston Carmichael Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers Stacey Dingwall, Head of Policy and External Affairs, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Grab your free place here ➡️ https://ow.ly/1kIc50UlA6e

Huge thanks to Dr. Kate Smith 🍏, Founder & CEO of ProfessorMe, Karen Robinson, PhD, Founder of Three Robins, and Douglas Hardie, Director of Highland Food & Drink Trail, for joining us yesterday to reflect on their business journeys so far, and to discuss the challenges that come with running a small business, as well as the opportunities for growth and learning.    It was a great session, packed with advice, practical tips, and inspiration for small business owners.    Don't worry if you missed it, it's now available to watch on our YouTube channel ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gT-zdSPw

There's still time to grab your place on tomorrow's webinar! ⏰ In celebration of Small Business Saturday 2024, we’ve brought together three business owners from across Scotland to reflect on their business journeys so far, and plans for the future. During this session, we'll explore the challenges that come with running a small business, as well as the various opportunities for growth. Panellists include: Hugh Lightbody, Chief Officer, Business Gateway National Unit Dr. Kate Smith 🍏, Founder & CEO, ProfessorMe Karen Robinson, PhD, Founder, Three Robins Douglas Hardie, Director, Highland Food and Drink Trail Sign up here ➡️ https://ow.ly/S3rV50UiMzy #SmallBizSatUK

We had an amazing night at The Herald Scotland Scottish Family Business Awards 2024! 🍾 ✨ The awards recognise the incredible accomplishments within the Scottish family business sphere, celebrating businesses that play a crucial role in enriching the communities they serve, and we're very proud to be a sponsor. Huge congratulations to all the winners and finalists! You can find out more about the award categories and winners here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eU_p2gYj #HSFamBiz