Edinburgh’s second business hub on Hamilton Place has officially opened its doors at the Stockbridge Library following the overwhelming success of the first hub at McDonald Road Library.

Entrepreneur and noted business expert, Sir Tom Farmer, conducted the ceremony.

The hub will provide free training and advice to existing local businesses and new starts. A range of courses delivered by professional tutors will cover topics ranging from the principles of how to finance and market your business to classes on how to master social media and develop a competitive edge.

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This is the first roll out of the groundbreaking business hub at McDonald Road Library on Leith Walk which has held 68 Business Gateway courses with 768 attendees since its opening in May 2010.

This work is part of the Council's commitment to 'Building Stronger Town Centres' through the Economic Development team's three dedicated Town-Centre Coordinators who work on a variety of projects across the city.

Councillor Tom Buchanan, Economic Development Convenor, said: "In these tough economic times, it is important that we as a Council do as much as we can to support local businesses.

"Giving them the opportunity to enhance their business skills can only help them develop stronger foundations and therefore a more secure future."

(GK)