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COOPER SOFTWARE BECOMES TECHNOLOGY PARTNER OF HOMELESS WORLD CUP FOUNDATION

Cooper Software is delighted to announce that the company has entered in to a three-year partnership with the Homeless World Cup Foundation to develop a digital competition management system which will reflect the unique nature of the Homeless World Cup.
 
As part of the agreement, Cooper Software will also commit to provide staff to work alongside the Homeless World Cup Tournament delivery team during the event, as well as supporting the charity with any general technology and IT advisory support that might be required. 
 
“Cooper Software’s expert

Wednesday, 30 May 2018

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Considering Employee Ownership

Selling your Business? Why not sell to your employees?

Planning for succession is one of the biggest challenges a business owner will face, and despite the fact that giving the topic early consideration can mean better results for the employer, the employees and the business, many delay. 
 
Instead of viewing succession planning as a daunting task, Scottish Enterprise is encouraging businesses to see the potential for change as an opportunity to secure their business’ future and improve its performance. 
 
As a succession solution which can bring a host of benefits, employee buyouts are becoming in

Monday, 21 May 2018

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Seafood Spectacular returns to Crail 9 - 10 June 2018

Crail Food Festival is back and better than ever before.  Now in its eighth year, the festival will run on 9th and 10th June with a new Seafood Spectacular and a host of local produce.  The two-day packed programme, which has a new format and festival hub, will include chefs’ workshops, live music, cookery demonstrations and hands-on activities.
 
The new look will see the introduction of three key venues.  The pretty harbour, sponsored by Seafood Scotland, will come alive with a Seafood Spectacular.  This will include a variety of talks, cookery demonstrations, a chan

Friday, 18 May 2018

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Scottish Mental Health First Aid Training

Whether you’re interested in becoming a Counsellor, would like to apply the skills Counsellor’s use in your current role, or are looking for something new for your CPD, join FDAMH Training Academy’s COSCA Course.
 
An accredited course taking place in the daytime, applications are now OPEN.
 
Course Starts: Thursday 23rd August 2018
Time: 9.30am – 3.30pm
Location: Flemington Road, Glenrothes
Cost: £1000 for all 4 modules
Don’t delay, places ar

Wednesday, 16 May 2018

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Top cyber resilience expert at St Andrews Business Club event

People doing business in North-East Fife can learn about cyber resilience from a top Scottish expert at St Andrews Business Club’s next event on June 6.
 
In the final open event of the club’s season, to be held at the Old Course Hotel from 5.30pm, Gerry Grant, Chief Ethical Hacking Consultant, at Curious Frank, the cyber section of the Scottish Business Resilience Centre, will teach attendees about what cyber risks you should be most aware of and how to minimise these risks. 
 
Anyone wanting to learn about this important business topic for busines

Monday, 14 May 2018

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Office & Event Administrator

The organisation
 
Fife Chamber of Commerce is Fife’s biggest and fastest growing business membership organisation, providing events, services and political representation to businesses across Fife and we are looking for someone to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
 
The job
 
The responsibilities of the role are varied but the main ones are: dealing with incoming telephone calls and acting as first point of contact for visitors to the Chamber’s office or external events; managing

Monday, 14 May 2018

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Fife Council Economic Adviser Posts

Job Description
 
 
Post A: Economic Adviser - Investment
 
Post B: Economic Adviser - Business Innovation
 
Interview Date: Week Commencing 18 June 2018
 
Post A:
 
The postholder will provide a range of services to support businesses, developer and organisations interested in Investing in Fife; they will help promote Fife as a location for investment and assist with the management of major inves

Monday, 14 May 2018

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Accountancy Firm Vying for ‘Tax Team of the Year’ Title

A Scottish accountancy firm is vying for the ‘Tax Team of the Year’ title, after reaching the final stages of prestigious accountancy awards.
 
EQ Chartered Accountants, which has offices in Dundee, Forfar, Cupar and Glenrothes, has been shortlisted in the Scottish Accountancy and Finance Awards 2018.   Now in their 11th year, the awards recognise achievement in the accountancy and finance sector, rewarding quality, commitment and innovation.
 
The firm was required to illustrate the achievements of its highly-motivated and growing tax team througho

Wednesday, 09 May 2018

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Developments at Bowhouse put food in Fife on the map

Bowhouse, Fife’s new food innovation hub is unveiling its expanded portfolio of makers based at the St Monans site alongside new funding to support start up food and drink businesses.  
In the ten months since it opened, seven micro and small producers have based themselves at the venue, working on diverse produce from shellfish and heritage flour to craft beer. 
 
Now Fife Council Economic Development is supporting Bowhouse to assist businesses by giving them scope to test their products, trade and position their business.  This funding will provide a range

Friday, 04 May 2018

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Business Rates Guide 2018/19

Your Business Rates 2018/19

Business rates (also known as "non-domestic rates") are taxes on business property to help pay for local council services.
 
To help businesses better understand how their business rates are calculated, the reliefs or discounts schemes available, and ways to pay, a "Business Rates" guide has been collated for 2018/19.

Tuesday, 01 May 2018

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