Business helpline
- a national helpline for Scottish businesses concerned about the impact of COVID-19 has been established
- the helpline, 0300 303 0660, is open Monday to Friday 8.30am-5.30pm. Callers should select option one to speak to the COVID-19 team
- a local helpline is available for businesses looking for support, 01835 825600. Please do not call this number to enquire about a grant application
Useful links
The following links provide businesses with further information, advice and guidance:
- UK Government - a range of information is available on support for businesses, including how to claim to cover wages for employees on temporary leave
- Scottish Government (Find Business Support) - a wide variety of information on available support and guidance for businesses
- Business Gateway - a range of resources and links to information. Also webinars and online tutorials to help businesses
- Scottish Borders Chamber of Commerce - information and useful links for local businesses
- VisitScotland - information, advice and useful links to support for businesses in the tourism and events sector
- SEPA - information for businesses where environmental regulations apply
- OSCR - information and advice for charities
- Creative Scotland - funding support available to those in the creative sector
- Ofcom - don't fall victim to a COVID-19 scam
- Health Protection Scotland - has produced guidance for non healthcare settings which may be useful for businesses
- Reinstating a Trade Waste contract - fill out this form when you want to recommence your Trade Waste Service