We will recognise the unique challenges faced in the South of Scotland and create a new vehicle to meet the enterprise and skills needs of the region.
Scottish Government Enterprise & Skills ReviewBackground history
South of Scotland Enterprise began operating in April 2020, with a mission to address the distinct challenges of the two rural regions of the South: Dumfries & Galloway and the Scottish Borders.
SOSE grew out of a Scottish Government enterprise and skills review that identified the need for a dedicated economic agency for the South, due to its unique challenges and opportunities.
The agency was set up by an act of Scottish Parliament, and is funded by and accountable to the Scottish Government.
Key information about South of Scotland
SOSE Operating Plan
Accessible overview of demographics, opportunities and challenges
Invest in South Scotland
SOSE’s inward investment site about the region.
History Milestones
Step 1
May 2016
2016 Scotland’s First Minister announces an Enterprise and Skills Review of public agencies.
Step 2
Jun 2017
2017 Scottish government commit to the establishment of a new South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) agency.
Step 3
Jan 2018
2018 The South of Scotland Economic Partnership (SOSEP) is established as a forerunner to the new agency. Learn about how SOSEP was established.
Step 4
Jun 2019
2019 The South of Scotland Enterprise Bill is passed unanimously by the Scottish Parliament.
Step 5
Apr 2020
2020 South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) becomes live, and assumes its functions.
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Regional Economic Strategy (RES)
South of Scotland strategic plan.
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Convention of the South of Scotland (COSS)
Twice-yearly forum of public agencies and organisations, chaired by the Deputy First Minister.
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South of Scotland Regional Economic Partnership
Elected members and representatives of organisations, sectors and groups in south of Scotland.
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