Support for businesses

Our Economic Development Team provides a quality business support service to new and existing businesses. We develop, manage and deliver a range of programmes together with local partners and through the Business Gateway.

To use the business support service, you need to have been in business for around 6 months or more.

You must also be willing to share information about your business: e.g. you may be asked for a copy of your business accounts if you are looking for financial support.

The Business Gateway office provides guidance on starting up, advice on business growth for existing businesses and comprehensive business information. It is a one-stop contact for business advice in the local area.

Website: www.bgateway.com

Please use the links on the left hand side of this page to find out more about any of the services described below.

Grants and awards

Gap Loan funding of up to £50,000 is available to encourage the growth of small to medium enterprises. A discretionary Industrial Property Support Grant of up to 50% can be awarded to improve industrial property in the East Renfrewshire area.

Advice and training

We can help improve the skills of local business owners, managers and key staff.

One of our business advisers can visit you, or you can come in to our office, if you prefer.

Based on this face-to-face session, your business adviser will:

  • assess your areas of weakness

  • prioritise the most important issues for your situation

  • refer you on to the people and organisations best placed to help

You might be referred to:

  • a Business Information Officer (BIO) for relevant information

  • seminars and workshops to develop particular skills

  • other helpful Business Gateway services

Contacts

For the Barrhead and Eastwood areas contact:

David Kermack
Principal Economic Development Officer

Telephone: (0141) 577 3791
Email:

For information on any aspect of the service, please contact our advisors on (0141) 577 8545.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: How can you help me improve my business?
  • A: A wide range of help and support is available from your local Business Gateway. Contact the Business Gateway staff on:

    Telephone: (0141) 577 8545
    Website: www.bgateway.com