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.

The Business Gateway 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: Business Gateway

"The Council offers a range of financial support schemes to East Renfrewshire based businesses"

Loan Funding

Gap Loan funding of up to £50,000 is available to encourage the growth of small to medium enterprises.

Property Support

A discretionary Industrial Property Support Grant of up to 50% can be awarded to improve industrial property in the East Renfrewshire area.

Training Spport

"Support to improve the skills of local business owners, managers and key staff"

Contacts

David Kermack
Principal Economic Development Officer

Telephone: 0141 577 3791
Email:

For information on any aspect of the service, please contact our advisors
Telephone: 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