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Corner30 Builds On Takeaway Success with Professional Catering

20,000 ANNUAL USERS HIGHLIGHT SUCCESS OF STIRLING’S FREE CITY CENTRE WI-FI

Corner30 Builds On Takeaway Success with Professional Catering

Following the success of its takeaway offering, Corner30 is continuing to support customers across Stirling by providing professional catering solutions for business meetings and events.

Go Forth Stirling is marking the success of five years of free city centre Wi-Fi. Pictured are Board members Simon Orr (left) Neil Munday with Project Director Da

20,000 ANNUAL USERS HIGHLIGHT SUCCESS OF STIRLING’S FREE CITY CENTRE WI-FI

Stirling’s free city centre Wi-Fi system has given shoppers and business owners a significant digital boost with more than 20,000 users logging on annually since

Business Gateway Support Helps Central FM Scale Up and Strengthen Workforce

Business Gateway has played a key role in supporting Central FM in Stirling as the business continues its growth and expansion across the region. Through

New Visitor Levy Support Role to Help Businesses Prepare for 2027

Stirling Council and Stirling Enterprise Park (STEP) have announced the creation of a dedicated Visitor Levy Project Implementation Lead role to support accommodation providers and

Inside STEP HR: Olha’s Work Experience Reflections

Supporting young people through work experience placements is an important way for organisations to help shape future careers and give students meaningful insight into the

Safebase Chair Richard McLennan with Go Forth Stirling Project Director Danielle McRorie-Smith in Stirling city centre_

New Shopwatch Scheme Proposed to Boost Stirling City Centre Safety

Go Forth Stirling is developing plans to introduce a crime prevention Shopwatch initiative to help the city’s retailers tackle shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. The project

Stephanie Karté, CEO of retail crime partnership Retailers Against Crime, addresses delegates gathered for the organisation's annual conference in Belfast.

Retailers, Police and Industry Experts Share Crime Fighting Experiences at Major Conference

The devastating impact of shoplifting on staff and the value of intelligence sharing to tackle the ongoing problem were highlighted at a major retail crime

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Forth Valley Celebrates Successful Food, Drink and Tourism Month 2026

Forth Valley’s food, drink and tourism sector has been firmly in the spotlight following a highly successful Food, Drink and Tourism Business Month 2026, which

Binos Business Community Launch

Launched earlier this year, the Binos Business Community is a newly formed, member-led network designed to strengthen collaboration among local businesses in the Stirling area.

Supporting Growth: Stirling’s Visitor Levy and What It Means for Local Businesses

Stirling is preparing to introduce a new visitor levy, designed to support and enhance the local tourism economy. From 14 June 2027, a small charge

A Legacy Preserved: Archiving 40 Years of History at STEP

The Business Archives Surveying Officer visited the Head Office of STEP to undertake an archive survey, as part of a wider national programme of archive

Fire Safety in Your Business: Clear Duties, Practical Advice, Real Benefits

A chat with Tim Meadows, Station Commander, Fire Safety Enforcement – Protection, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. Focus on prevention rather than dealing with devastation. I

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Stravaig Builds Momentum with Digital Support and Local Connections

Stravaig, a Stirling-based clothing specialising in high-quality outdoor wear, is expanding its reach and strengthening its brand thanks to tailored support from STEP. Producing durable,

FeMade Programme Celebrated with Inspiring Showcase

STEP recently welcomed partners, participants and supporters to celebrate the success of FeMade, a programme helping women across Scotland take their first steps into business.

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Turning Reviews into Real Opportunity

Reviews are no longer a nice-to-have. They have quietly become one of the most powerful assets a business can build. Search engines, and increasingly AI

AI for SMEs: Turning Overwhelming into Opportunity

If you run a small business in Stirling, you’ve probably heard it from every direction: “AI is changing everything.” It sounds exciting until you remember

The Fastest Marketing Win for Your Business

In challenging economic conditions, attracting new customers can be hard. Marketing budgets are stretched, advertising costs continue to rise and businesses are competing in crowded

HR in 2026: Finding Opportunity in a Changing Workplace

The landscape of employment has shifted fundamentally. Over the past five years, evolving expectations around work-life balance, mental wellbeing, flexibility and purpose have altered the