Creative Industries

Business Information and Advice

Business Start-up and Development

The Comhairle’s Business Advantage team offers a broad range of advice and support, including: business planning; access to funding; marketing; and the practicalities of starting and developing your business.

PSYBT, discretionary loan and grant assistance, aimed at the 18-30 age-group. Pre-start training, along with business-planning and marketing advice, and a two-year Business Aftercare programme.

Business Advantage have offices in Stornoway, Balivanich and Daliburgh. To arrange an appointment or to speak to one of our officers, please contact 01851 707317 or business.advantage@cne-siar.gov.uk

Marketing Support

The Comhairle’s Economic Development Section can advise on how to market your business, and give assistance with developing your marketing plan or strategy. For more information contact Donna Macleod on 01851 709205 or donna.macleod@cne-siar.gov.uk

Highlands and Islands Enterprise may be able to assist with access to expert advice and guidance, financial assistance and support to help you progress your business more efficiently. For more information contact the Customer Service Team (Stornoway) 01851 70 3703 or Isabel Macdonald (Benbecula) 01870 602 646.