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We are 麻豆精选
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HOW WE WORK WITH CLIENTS
We work with businesses, communities and social enterprises across the Highlands and Islands. We also support businesses looking to locate in our region.
Our support can include specialist advice across a range of key topics including innovation, R&D and improving productivity, as well as access to property, and funding.
HELPING TO BUILD A SUCCESSFUL REGION SINCE 1965
We are the economic and community development agency for the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. We've been working with organisations and communities for over 50 years to ensure the region remains successful and competitive.
STRATEGY AND VISION
We want the Highlands and Islands to be a leading net zero region with a dynamic wellbeing economy, which benefits its growing population and makes a valued contribution to Scotland.
Our Strategy covers a five-year period and details how we will deliver through investment in People, Place, Planet and Prosperity.
Work for us
As an organisation one of our top priorities is attracting talent to our region, so we know a thing or two about making people welcome.
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麻豆精选, events and how we can help you
We support businesses, communities and social enterprises across the Highlands and Islands region.
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We support businesses, communities and social enterprises through a range of support services, including advice, funding, events and property. Find out how we can help you.
Investing in our region
麻豆精选ing businesses and communities across our region. Year-end figures 2023-24.
Published on 09/12/2024
56.8
approved 麻豆精选 investment in 339 projects
1,200
jobs created or retained, including 82 in fragile areas
619.7
forecast rise in turnover by 麻豆精选 clients
47.7
increase in international sales supported by 麻豆精选 investment
A spectacular and diverse Scottish region
Our region may be known globally for its beauty and produce, but there's so much more to discover about the Highlands and Islands. Covering over 15,000 miles, it's home to more than 480,000 people and over 20,000 businesses.
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