Advice and support for businesses
Update Monday 4 January
The First Minister announced that mainland Scotland moves from Level 4 to a temporary lockdown on Tuesday 5 January. We are currently reviewing all our services and will be updating this information as soon as we're able.
See advice for businesses opening during COVID-19
Business support and funding in Scotland
Find out about COVID-19 related business support and funding on findbusinesssupport.gov.scot.
Local business support from Business Gateway
Get help for you business during the COVID-19 outbreak at Business Gateway who can help with
- business contingency planning
- digital marketing
- managing cashflow
- dealing with suppliers
They also have virtual services such as webinars and online 1 to 1 adviser sessions/
Coronavirus Strategic Framework Business Fund
Find out how to apply for Coronavirus Strategic Framework Business Fund
To enquire about this fund email
or call
0131 608 1133
Further business support and guidance
If you are a supplier to the Council find out about additonal support.
The Scottish Government has
- guidance for businesses on social distancing, including the closure of all retailers that sell non-essential goods and other non-essential premises.
- support and advice for your business.
The UK government has general guidance for employers and businesses.
Download a guide on the different measures of support available and who to contact (PDF).
Useful sites for business continuity for employers and businesses from Scottish Enterprise.
Federation of Small Businesses support and guidance for members and non-members.