Dumfries & Galloway Chamber of Commerce

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

🚌 Have Your Say on the Future of Bus Services in Dumfries and Galloway

How well do local bus services meet your needs?

Dumfries and Galloway Council, working with SWestrans, is carrying out a major review of bus services across the region and wants to hear from residents, businesses and community groups.

Whether you use the bus every day, occasionally, or not at all, your views can help identify:

✅ What's working well.
✅ Where there are gaps in services.
✅ How connections to work, education, healthcare and other key destinations could be improved.

The feedback received will be considered alongside transport data and technical analysis to help shape future recommendations for the region's bus network.

💬 We'd love to hear your experiences, but please remember that comments on this post won't form part of the formal engagement process. To ensure your views are considered as part of the review, please complete the survey.

📋 Read more and take part here 👉 https://orlo.uk/9RRMN

10/09/2026

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹! 🚨

The Quarterly Economic Indicator survey closes soon. Don't miss the opportunity to contribute your views and help strengthen the evidence we use to represent Scottish businesses. 🤝

🚨 Complete the survey today: https://bit.ly/SCCQEIQ32026

07/09/2026

🗣️This week at DG Chamber 🤝

Tomorrow we have two events, one in person & one online! Both free to attend! See below:

Business Breakfast: Discover the New Flexible Workforce Development Fund

Looking to upskill your workforce, address skills gaps, and strengthen your business?

Join us at our upcoming Business Breakfast to learn how the New Flexible Workforce Development Fund can support your organisation. Funding is available to help employers invest in employee development, build skills for the future, and create a more resilient workforce.

✅ Learn about available funding opportunities
✅ Understand how the fund can benefit your business
✅ Discover the long-term value of investing in your people

Register for your place today and take the next step towards building a stronger workforce.

Dumfries ➡️ https://bit.ly/4wJreNC

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𝐻𝑒𝑙𝑝𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑆ℎ𝑎𝑝𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐹𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝐷𝑢𝑚𝑓𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑠 & 𝐺𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑎𝑦'𝑠 𝐵𝑢𝑠 𝑁𝑒𝑡𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑘

🚌🚏 Could Better Bus Services Help Your Business?

Hear about the ongoing Bus Network Development Project and take part in a discussion on how bus services can better connect people with:

✅ Jobs & Employment Opportunities
✅ Education & Training
✅ Local Services
✅ Town Centres & High Streets
✅ Businesses & Customers

Why Attend?

Whether you're a business owner, employer, employee, or community stakeholder, your views can help influence future transport solutions across the region. Come along, share your experiences, and help shape future transport solutions for Dumfries & Galloway.

Online via Microsoft Teams
📅 Date: Tuesday 8th September
🕒 Time: 2pm - 3pm latest

Working Together For Better Connectivity - Improving access, supporting businesses, and strengthening communities through better public transport.

Book your free place here: https://lnkd.in/eHSRQpjU

03/09/2026

DUMFRIES SHINE FEST IS COMING!

Get ready, Dumfries! Dumfries Shine Fest will be well underway on Friday 11th September 2026, bringing an afternoon of live music, community spirit and good vibes to the town!

📅 Friday 11th September 2026
⏰ 1pm – 7pm
📍 The Plainstanes, Dumfries High Street

We have a fantastic line-up of bands and performers taking to the stage throughout the afternoon, so whether you're out shopping, meeting friends or simply looking for something to do on a Friday afternoon, come along and join us!

Bring your friends, bring the family and enjoy some brilliant live music right in the heart of Dumfries!

We would love to see you all there!

01/09/2026

A bake sale. A sponsored run. A raffle. A donation.

It might seem small, but every act of generosity helps Cash for Kids support local children and young people across the West of Scotland. 🩷💚

Every penny donated goes towards helping children who need it most.

To donate, simply click the links below. If you'd like to get involved with fundraising, email us at [email protected]. 🔗✨

Glasgow: https://www.cashforkidsgive.co.uk/donate/glasgow/
Ayrshire: https://www.cashforkidsgive.co.uk/donate/ayrshire/
Dumfries & Galloway: https://www.cashforkidsgive.co.uk/donate/dumfries/

01/09/2026

This Thursday we will be at the South of Scotland Enterprise's Business & Enterprise Expo 2026.🤝 Come along and see us to see how we can help businesses connect and grow! 📈

🚀 Help get your idea or business off the ground with practical sales tips and valuable connections?

Join us at one of our Business and Enterprise Expos!

📍 Galashiels, 27 Aug
📍 Dumfries, 3 Sept

Free to attend. Register now ⬇️
www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/events-training

31/08/2026

High Five to Thrive!

Five practical, in-person workshops for people starting or running a business who want to build strong foundations for the future.

Led by experts who have built and run their own businesses, each session combines professional expertise with real-world experience. You'll also have the chance to connect with other local business owners, share experiences and learn together in a supportive environment.

You'll leave with:

✅ Clearer direction

✅ Greater confidence

✅ Practical business skills

✅ New connections

✅ Tools and ideas you can put into action immediately

And to finish the programme, you'll have the opportunity to pitch your business in a Dragons' Den style challenge.

Apply now: https://bit.ly/4xasz1c

Not sure if you're eligible? Get in touch with the Business Gateway team for a quick chat 01387 265 355 We'd be happy to advise.

28/08/2026

Great to be a part of the Scottish Borders Chamber of Commerce Excellence Awards 2026. A lot of fantastic businesses that work across the South of Scotland being recognised