The organisation helping small businesses across Falkirk district celebrated its 20th birthday today with a feast of chips . . . silicon chips, to be exact. Falkirk Enterprise Action Trust in Grangemouth has helped nearly 2,500 start-up firms since it was launched two decades ago. It now hopes to help even more businesses with its… Continue reading Broadband boost for businesses as FEAT celebrates 20th birthday
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PR Group targets Scots councils on training
THE Institute of Public Relations has written to every council in Scotland to promote its extensive training schedule north of the Border. The Institute's Scotland Group recently teamed up with London-based Communication Skills Europe to create a comprehensive PR training programme in Scotland. The courses, being held in Perth, are open to members and non-members… Continue reading PR Group targets Scots councils on training
Cutting-edge firm honoured for investing in staff
A FALKIRK company at the “cutting edge” of things has earned a top business award. Cairnwell Components Ltd., of Middlefield Industrial Estate, has gained the Investors in People (IIP) Standard for its strong commitment to staff training and development. The company, which carries out computer-controlled cutting work, was launched at the end of 1999. It… Continue reading Cutting-edge firm honoured for investing in staff
Russell takes top job at FEAT
THE centre helping small businesses across Falkirk district has a new boss. Russell Parker has taken over as the director of Falkirk Enterprise Action Trust (FEAT). He replaces Sandy Riddell, who retired in September. Mr Parker (45) said he was “delighted” to take on the position. He was previously assistant director of the Enterprise Trust,… Continue reading Russell takes top job at FEAT
Jobs boost as £1.6 million business centre opens
Latest stage in £60 million revamp of Craigmillar THE latest stage in the £60 million revamp of the Craigmillar area of Edinburgh was unveiled today (Monday, 17 December, 2001). Former Scottish Health Minister Susan Deacon, the area’s local MSP, officially opened Hays Community Business Centre. The £1.6 million complex, off the city’s Niddrie Mains Road,… Continue reading Jobs boost as £1.6 million business centre opens
Growth in new firms in Falkirk area
THE number of new businesses being set up in Falkirk district is growing, according to figures revealed today. A total of 220 start-up firms were supported by Falkirk Enterprise Action Trust (FEAT) last year - up from 194 in 1999. Bosses say the entrepreneurial trend is continuing into 2001. The news comes as FEAT prepares… Continue reading Growth in new firms in Falkirk area
Put your best ‘FEAT’ forward – and start your own business
BUDDING entrepreneurs are being encouraged to put their best "FEAT" forward . . . and attend a very special event. The Small Business Gateway Start Your Own Business Show takes place in Grangemouth this Friday, March 9. It is being hosted by Falkirk Enterprise Action Trust (FEAT) in its premises in Newhouse Business Park, with… Continue reading Put your best ‘FEAT’ forward – and start your own business
£90,000 computer base to help small businesses
The centre helping small businesses in Falkirk district has unveiled its latest attraction: a new, hi-tech computer base.The £90,000 e-business suite has been created at the premises of Falkirk Enterprise Action Trust (FEAT) in Newhouse Business Park, Grangemouth.The facility - packed with the latest PCs and audio visual equipment - will be used for training… Continue reading £90,000 computer base to help small businesses
Business groups join forces
TWO business organisations - representing thousands of firms across the Lothians - have joined forces. West Lothian Chamber of Commerce is affiliating with the larger Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce and Enterprise. The link-up will come into force in January. Under the deal, benefits offered by both organisations will be shared between their respective members. This… Continue reading Business groups join forces
Jobs boost as Sun announces £25.8 million expansion
NETWORK computer company Sun Microsystems today (Friday) announced a £25.8 million expansion of its plant in Linlithgow, West Lothian. The American-based company is expected to create around 200 new jobs as it expands its Scottish operations facility. The expansion will focus on extending the company's manufacturing capabilities by a further 140,000 sq. ft. in support… Continue reading Jobs boost as Sun announces £25.8 million expansion
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