With the next Scottish Parliament election approaching, Women’s Enterprise Scotland recently hosted a webinar in partnership with public affairs consultancy Linco , bringing together expert insight on the current political landscape and what it may mean for businesses across Scotland. Catriona Matheson and Innes Taylor led a wide-ranging discussion, offering both context and forward-looking analysis on how the political environment is evolving, what current polling suggests,

View from Across the Atlantic Shows Economic Benefits of Needs Based Business Support

Scotland's aspirations for inclusive economic growth face a critical challenge as recent data reveals an increasing threat to the sustainability of women's entrepreneurship that could cost the economy £17bn annually. We're stating this warning as we publish our Scottish Election Manifesto 2026.

We're calling for urgent action to tackle the high levels of women-led businesses failing to progress beyond the start-up phase, with the need for a strategic, long-term solution to boost women-centric business support.

We are calling for action on a Women's Business Centre. Read our letter to Scotland's First Minister.