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Ward Forums

Ward Forums have been set up across the Highlands to help you have your say in what's happening in your area. The forums will meet regularly in public led by the ward members in your area, assisted by the Ward Manager.
09 June 2010


Looking to improve operations within your organisation?

The next HIE/MIT workshop will be held in Inverness on 17th-18th June focused on "Operational Excellence" . If you are a business or social enterprise who would like to learn how to improve efficiency, make the most of the people and assets within your organisation or rethink your business plan or strategy, find out more at www.entrepreneurship-scotland.com
12 May 2010


STEP Summer Student Placement Programme 2010

Need an injection of fresh new skills and innovative thinking into your business? Then consider taking on an undergraduate for an 8-week summer placement, with cost support from Highlands and Islands Enterprise.
12 May 2010


Technology Strategy Board: Open Competitions

A list of technology-related opportunities and associated briefing events.
12 April 2010


Enterprise Europe Scotland: Public Procurement Toolkit

Enterprise Europe Scotland have put together a free toolkit to help businesses considering tendering for public sector contracts.
12 April 2010


EU to provide 45,000 micro-loans to unemployed and small entrepreneurs

A 100m Euro scheme to provide loans to people who have lost their jobs and want to start or further develop their own small business.
23 March 2010


Rural Development Grant Programme

All new businesses in the Highlands, including Inverness, can now apply for a business start-up grant which will meet ¾ of the cost of essential expenditure.
09 March 2010


Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs

The EU’s Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs programme gives young entrepreneurs the opportunity to spend 1-6 months with an experienced entrepreneur in another EU country learning all they need to know about setting up a new business and managing and growing it successfully.
09 March 2010