Scotland SME Access to Finance Report 2026 - launch event
Explore Scotland’s evolving finance landscape with the latest report from The British Business Bank and Business Gateway.
This year’s report takes an in-depth look at Scotland’s finance landscape - exploring what’s changing, where the opportunities lie, and how we can work together to make finance more accessible. Discover key trends, opportunities, and comparative insights from Wales and Northern Ireland - plus enjoy fresh data, lively discussion, and the chance to network over lunch.
Date: Thursday 29 January 2026
Time: 11:00-12:45
Location: COSLA, 19 Haymarket Yards, Midlothian, Edinburgh, EH12 5BH
| 11:00-11:15 | Registration and refreshments | |
| 11:15-11:20 | Welcome and opening comments | Susan Nightingale, UK Network Director, Devolved Nations, British Business Bank |
| 11:20-11:40 | Report key findings presentation | Jake Horwood, Head of Economic Research & Market Insight, British Business Bank |
| 11:40-11:55 | Report findings Q&A | Jake Horwood, Head of Economic Research & Market Insight, British Business Bank |
| 11:55-12:30 | Panel session: Reflections on the report findings | Chaired by Barry McCulloch, UK Network Senior Manager, British Business Bank
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| 12:30-12:35 | Closing comments | Business Gateway |
| 12:35-13:30 | Light networking lunch |
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