The Dumfries and Galloway Council Expert Help scheme allows businesses to get free support from a specialist to help them start and grow their business.

Businesses located in the Dumfries and Galloway Council area can receive up to 2 days of free support, plus advice from experienced, qualified professionals. 

Support is available on the following topics:

• communication media
• sales platforms, such as Amazon
• digital strategies
• social media
• ecommerce
• net zero
• flood resilience

This service is available to micro and small or medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the Dumfries and Galloway Council area with fewer than 250 employees, that are looking to start or grow their business.

Businesses must be located in the Dumfries and Galloway area.

This is a free service.

Micro and small to medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the Dumfries and Galloway Council area.

Once your application is received, you'll usually get a decision within 2 weeks.

Submit an enquiry and an adviser will be in touch to discuss your needs.