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New work experience programme to inspire next generation of Dumfries and Galloway farmers

23 November 2021

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) has provided support for Tarff Valley Limited’s six-week full time work experience programme which will help 15 young people in the region who are interested in pursuing a career in agriculture.

First ever engagement tour to discuss future of South of Scotland economy

01 November 2021

Over 20 villages and towns across the region will be visited as part of our first ever engagement tour this winter.

SOSE responds to STEP site announcement

13 October 2021

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) remains ambitious for Chapelcross as the news was released today (14 October) that the site has not been shortlisted as the potential future home of the UK’s prototype fusion energy plant - the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (or STEP).

Carsphairn Community Woodland receives SOSE support to create sustainable benefits

24 September 2021

Carsphairn Community Woodland (CCW) has received £300,000 from the region’s economic and community development agency to take forward a series of innovative projects at Muirdochwood on the outskirts of Carsphairn village.

South of Scotland Enterprise and VIBES Awards call on businesses in Dumfries & Galloway to play their part in helping Scotland meet ambition to be carbon neutral

01 July 2021

SOSE and The VIBES Awards are calling on businesses in Dumfries & Galloway to play their part in supporting Scotland to meet its target of net zero emissions of all greenhouse gases by 2045.

South of Scotland tech challenge seeks carbon capture breakthrough

18 June 2021

Four conservation and community development organisations in the South of Scotland have launched a challenge to companies to find an innovative technological solution to tackling climate change through land use.

South of Scotland Business Panel members sought to help shape ambitious plans for the region

17 June 2021

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) is once again showing it is committed to listen, be innovative, and deliver for the South by developing a new business panel to gain vital information about business needs across the South of Scotland.

Chapelcross site shortlisted for new prototype fusion power plant

11 June 2021

UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) have today announced the former nuclear power plant based near Annan has been included as a possible site for a Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP).

Star of Caledonia receives South of Scotland Enterprise support to progress landmark project

25 May 2021

Plans to create a landmark sculpture at Gretna have been boosted by support from South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE). The region’s economic and community development agency have agreed to support a full business case for the Star of Caledonia project through funding of £103,000.

Whithorn Town Hall to be brought back to life

14 May 2021

Whithorn’s New Town Hall Hub and Bunk House project is now fully funded after securing a grant of £972,000 from SOSE, which follows support from a number of other organisations including the Scottish Government.

South of Scotland Enterprise seeks new talent to join its growing team

25 March 2021

The Enterprise Agency for the South of Scotland (SOSE) has today launched an ambitious recruitment drive to recruit over 30 members of staff.

South of Scotland Enterprise Supports Dumfries & Galloway Green Revolution Entrepreneurs

19 November 2020

Galloway based Tiny Air Limited is a technology design company who have developed innovative systems for pre-cleaning surgical instruments.

South of Scotland Enterprise invests £690,000 to develop Scotland’s first Medical Cannabis Farm

09 November 2020

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) has announced its latest capital investment to assist the local economy and help create new jobs in Dumfries & Galloway.

Job creation and re-location is on the horizon for Murray Farmcare

02 November 2020

Dumfries based Murray Farmcare have plans to move to a larger premise and create new local jobs - thanks to the support of a £150k grant from South of Scotland Enterprise.

Dumfries Family Fun Farm welcomes £62K in support from South of Scotland Enterprise

22 October 2020

COVID-19 has had a significant impact on popular Dalscone Farm Fun, but thanks to some fresh ideas, and a helping hand from SOSE, the future is looking bright.

South of Scotland Enterprise announces £1.9m to support Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere reach its full potential

19 October 2020

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) has announced its second biggest investment to date committing £1.9m over five years towards the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere (GSAB).

£1m capital investment from South of Scotland Enterprise for community moorland buyout

09 September 2020

Community ownership of Langholm Moor would enable the Langholm Initiative to develop a new National Nature Reserve and capture ongoing revenue from the asset, as well as providing a platform to unlock further community-led enterprise development and job creation.

Chair of South of Scotland Enterprise encourages communities to give their views on town centres

17 August 2020

Professor Russel Griggs is encouraging residents, businesses and communities across the Borders and Dumfries and Galloway to give their views on their towns via a new survey just launched by the group.

South of Scotland Enterprise welcomes local jobs boost as Alpha Solway awarded major contract

13 August 2020

South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) has welcomed the announcement from Scottish Government today (13 August) that Annan-based company, Alpha Solway has been awarded a major contract which will support around 200 new jobs for the region.

SOSE investment supports recycling company’s expansion plans as part of fire recovery

A leading farm plastics recycling firm is taking forward expansion plans as it continues its recovery from a devastating fire two years ago.