Updates on Covid-19 & other public sector support – 17 December 2021

Updates on Covid-19 & other public sector support – 17 December 2021

Limiting the spread of Omicron

New guidance to help limit the rapid spread of the Omicron variant has been published. This guidance will take effect from Friday 17 December 2021. Businesses will be legally required to take reasonable measures to minimise transmission of Covid-19.

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Covid-19: safer businesses and workplaces

Keep checking this guidance for updates if your business is operating over the festive season. Guidance for businesses and workplaces on reducing the risk of Covid-19 and supporting staff and customers. Updated on 16 December 2021 to reflect requirements around protection measures and home working.

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Interest free Digital Development Loan

Digital Development Loans let eligible businesses registered or based in Scotland borrow anywhere from £5000 to £100,000. The funds can be used to improve the digital capacity, digital capability or digital skills of your workforce. The loans are interest-free, have no set-up costs and can be repaid over any period up to 5 years with no early repayment fee.

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The Forum online business network

The Forum is Scotland’s online business network where members can come together to share ideas and issues, offer advice, and post specific business requests and offers in a peer-to-peer environment.

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New search filters on the Find Business Support website

New and improved search filters have been created on the Find Business Support website to make your search for support quicker and easier. You can now filter by topic, location and sector.

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