Fully funded and online: Masters courses available now at Heriot-Watt University

2nd May 2023

Heriot-Watt Online at Heriot-Watt University is offering fully-funded, online CPD courses to those living or working in Scotland. The Upskilling Scotland Scholarship is supported by the Scottish Government and provides access to free masters-level courses worth up to £1,400. Courses have been selected from some of our highest in-demand MSc and MBA programmes and provide […]

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Register now: Meet the Buyer 2023

28th April 2023

The Supplier Development Programme will hold the 14th annual Meet the Buyer event on 17 May 2023 at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), with headline partners The Scottish Government, Scotland Excel and the UK Department for Transport, and platinum sponsor Elcom. This will be the first in-person national Meet the Buyer event since 2019 […]

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Business Energy Scotland – New lighting fast track assessment for SMEs

28th April 2023

Right now, many businesses are looking to save energy, cut bills and reduce their carbon footprint. Lighting is a great place for them to start. For most businesses in Scotland, lighting makes up a significant chunk of energy costs. The good news is that by upgrading to modern lighting, such as LEDs, they can make big […]

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Businesses in Scotland Access Untapped Global Markets

27th April 2023

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce is playing a frontline role to secure new international trade opportunities for businesses in Scotland. The rapidly changing landscape of domestic and global economies demands a long-term joint approach from the public and private sector if we are to continue creating new jobs, accelerate inward investment and leverage Brand Scotland […]

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Inspirational security expert achieves award shortlist slot

25th April 2023

A cyber security specialist who retrained after retiring from a 37-year career in the civil service has been nominated for a prestigious award. Marion Chapman had planned to quit work and renovate a cottage before being persuaded to join Cyber Security Scotland. Now just three years after embarking her new career, Marion is on the […]

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New Themed Competition Launched – The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA)

25th April 2023

The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) is pleased to launch a new Themed Competition, Human Augmentation. With funding provided by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) Human Augmentation Science and Technology (S&T) project, this competition aims to develop novel, Generation-After-Next (GAN) prototype HA technologies which can be harnessed safely and ethically and can help […]

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West of Orkney Windfarm – Public Consultation Events

21st April 2023

The West of Orkney Windfarm is running a series of public consultation events throughout May and is encouraging members of the public to come along. The events begin in Thurso on May 16 and continue through to Stromness on May 25. Speaking about the events, West of Orkney Windfarm Development Director Jack Farnham says: “We […]

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Construction Set to Commence at Sutherland Spaceport

21st April 2023

Orbex has announced that construction for Sutherland Spaceport is due to start imminently. Jacobs, the contractor appointed by Orbex to manage construction for the site has appointed Lybster-based John Gunn and Sons Ltd as its local construction partner. The Gunn team will begin their mobilisation next week on Monday 24th and Tuesday, 25th April. Their […]

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The Scottish Deposit Return Scheme, a heavy burden on business

20th April 2023

Trudy Morris, Chief Executive, Caithness Chamber of Commerce. The Scottish Deposit Return Scheme, a heavy burden on business.   The new First Minister has faced a hefty in-tray of issues upon his appointment to office last month, and his commitment to “always having an open-door policy for our business communities” will be eagerly watched by […]

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Caithness Business Fund – Investing in local apprenticeships through employer grants

17th April 2023

The Caithness Business Fund celebrates 10 years and highlights support for apprenticeship opportunities for local businesses. Since 2013 the Caithness Business Fund has helped to support ten apprentice opportunities for local businesses in Caithness and North Sutherland. Reflecting the diverse employment landscape of the region, these have included apprenticeship opportunities in agriculture, hospitality, renewables, trades, […]

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