Business Gateway - Argyll and Bute

Business Gateway - Argyll and Bute Practical help, advice and support for new and growing businesses in Argyll and Bute. Call us on 01546 604555

Business Gateway offer a range of advice services to help you develop your business:
- through one to one support from our Business Advisors, who can help you develop your business plan and advise on relevant sources of funding and help you create funding applications
- locally delivered programme of webinars
- a website, www.bgateway.com, dedicated to business advice
- a National Enquiry Service

How secure is your business supply chain? 🔐You may have good cyber security measures in place within your own business, ...
26/08/2026

How secure is your business supply chain? 🔐

You may have good cyber security measures in place within your own business, but have you considered the suppliers and partners you work with?

Any third party with access to your systems, accounts or data could potentially introduce additional risk.

It’s worth asking:

🔹 Who outside your business has access to your systems or data?
🔹 What cyber security measures do your suppliers have in place?
🔹 When did you last review who has access and whether they still need it?

Cyber security doesn’t stop at your own business. Understanding your supply chain can help you identify potential risks and protect your business.

Find out more at https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/supply-chain-security

Making extra money from a side hustle? Make sure you know the tax rules.From selling online and tutoring to delivery wor...
21/08/2026

Making extra money from a side hustle? Make sure you know the tax rules.

From selling online and tutoring to delivery work, dog walking and other ways of earning extra income, it’s important to understand when you may need to tell HMRC about what you earn.

HMRC has put together guidance explaining the tax rules for additional income and what you need to do.

👉 Take a look at the HMRC guidance to find out more. https://taxhelpforhustles.campaign.gov.uk/

17/08/2026

Looking for advice for your small business?
Every year, across Argyll and Bute, we help business owners like Mairi of Slàinte Sauces strengthen their business with access to our online resources and local business advisers.

Get in touch and find out how we can help your business 01546 604555 or visit https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/business-and-licensing/business-support

Curious about ChatGPT but not sure where to start?ChatGPT is one of the most widely used AI tools, and it can be a usefu...
16/08/2026

Curious about ChatGPT but not sure where to start?

ChatGPT is one of the most widely used AI tools, and it can be a useful addition to your small business toolkit.

In this free Business Gateway video tutorial, you'll learn:

💡 The basics of ChatGPT and generative AI
⏱️ How AI can help streamline everyday business tasks
✍️ Practical ways to use ChatGPT to create marketing content
🚀 Tips to help you get started and make better use of AI in your business

Whether you've never used ChatGPT before or you've tried it but want to understand how it could help your business, this tutorial is a great place to start.

▶️ Watch "How to get the most from ChatGPT" tutorial here https://youtu.be/SW3xeFQpbAY?si=qHbmJRWftPZbSXI-

AI is changing business. Is your business ready?AI and digital technology are developing quickly – bringing new opportun...
12/08/2026

AI is changing business. Is your business ready?

AI and digital technology are developing quickly – bringing new opportunities for businesses to save time, improve productivity, build skills and stay competitive.

But what does this actually mean for Scottish businesses?

In this Business Gateway webinar, AI and digital advantage: What Scottish businesses need to know, industry experts explored:

💡 The opportunities AI and digital technology could create
⚠️ The risks businesses need to be aware of
👥 The skills workforces will need
📈 Practical steps businesses can take now to become more productive, resilient and future-ready

Whether you're already experimenting with AI or still wondering where it could fit into your business, this is a useful discussion on what comes next.

Watch the webinar here ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1etWz-qHjs

12/08/2026

High-growth potential businesses will have the chance to compete for the largest single prize offered by a Scottish business pitching competition.

Creativity drives innovation.Across Argyll and Bute we've had the pleasure of supporting designers, makers, artists, pho...
31/07/2026

Creativity drives innovation.

Across Argyll and Bute we've had the pleasure of supporting designers, makers, artists, photographers, digital creatives, musicians, craftspeople and many other creative businesses as they've built successful enterprises.

Creative businesses don't just make great products and experiences—they add character to our communities and help showcase everything Argyll and Bute has to offer.

Over the last 17 years we've been proud to support creative entrepreneurs as they've developed ideas, reached new customers and grown sustainable businesses.

Here's to many more years of creativity and innovation.

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Microbusinesses and third sector organisations in rural and island areas of Scotland can now apply for a grant to instal...
29/07/2026

Microbusinesses and third sector organisations in rural and island areas of Scotland can now apply for a grant to install electric vehicle (EV) charge points on their premises.

Funded by Transport Scotland, the grant covers up to 100% of the purchase and installation costs, up to £5,000. It is designed to help make switching to low‑emission transport more affordable for smaller organisations.

The grant is only for private charge points, used by staff or fleet vehicles. It is not for public charging.

Find out more at https://energysavingtrust.org.uk/grants-and-loans/business-charge-point-funding

Tourism and hospitality are among Argyll and Bute's greatest strengths.From accommodation providers and visitor attracti...
26/07/2026

Tourism and hospitality are among Argyll and Bute's greatest strengths.

From accommodation providers and visitor attractions to restaurants, cafés, tour operators and experience businesses, we've supported passionate business owners who help showcase everything our region has to offer.

The sector has shown incredible resilience over the years, adapting to changing circumstances while continuing to deliver outstanding experiences for visitors and local communities alike.

We're proud to have supported businesses as they've grown, diversified and invested in the future.

Thank you to everyone working in tourism and hospitality for the contribution you make to Argyll and Bute.

Here's to the next 17 years.

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Argyll And Bute Council
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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
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