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Get involved in developing Fife’s local economy

In this section you can find out how to get involved in local projects and networks, how you can access advice on skills development and growing your business and how to keep up to date with what is currently happening in the Fife local economy and business sector.

The websites of organisations which provide support and advice for growing your business, who can help with employee training and which provide economic information are listed in our Useful links page.

Fife Tourism Partnership

To connect with other tourism businesses and suppliers in your area or to join your local tourist association visit www.tourismnetfife.co.uk

Renewable Energy

To find out about – or to discuss – current and planned activity to develop Fife’s renewable energy industry, contact Barbara Whiting, Lead Officer-Renewables, Fife Council. Alternatively, visit the Invest in Fife Renewables website - www.investinfiferenewables.co.uk.

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Manufacturing in Fife

Manufacturing in Fife is a key element of the local economy, it provides around 18,500 jobs or 10.8% of total employment. Manufacturing throughout the UK continues to lead the way out of recession and is essential to ensure sustained economic recovery.

To find out about current and planned activity to develop Fife’s manufacturing sector, visit our manufacturing pages or contact: Pamela Stevenson, Lead Officer-Enterprise and Business Development, Fife Council.

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Business Development Support in Fife – A Guide to Services

Use our Guide to Services to find out how to access the wide range of advice and guidance on offer for the business sector in Fife.

Looking to invest in Fife?

If you’re considering Fife as a business location, Invest in Fife offers a ‘one stop shop’ giving advice on a wide range of issues from property to local community liaison.

Green Business Fife

Become a member of Green Business Fife and benefit from cost savings from reduced waste and energy us, the chance to network and share best practice and a clear point of access to all related support.

Business Gateway

For practical help and advice on setting up or growing your business use our Expert Help Guide, telephone 01592 858333, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.bgateway.com

Fife Construction Forum

Formed to promote the construction industry in Fife, the Fife Construction Forum provides links between contractors, clients and support agencies to ensure that local companies benefit from opportunities in Fife.

Fife Chamber of Commerce

Supporting businesses of all sizes across the Fife, the Chamber represents the interests of its members and provides a range of business services and events. For information visit www.fifechamber.co.uk

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)

The largest business membership group in Fife, the FSB is a powerful lobbying group and membership offers a portfolio of benefits. For information visit www.fsb.org.uk

St Andrews Partnership

The St Andrews Partnership, established in 2009, is a partnership of public bodies, business groups, voluntary organisations and community groups working to help make St Andrews an even better place to live, work, study and visit.