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Why women’s history matters today: Lessons from Scotland’s suffragettes for the next generation of changemakers

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Written by Firstport alumni Clare Thompson and Dr t s Beall from Protests and Suffragettes CIC, this article marks International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, highlighting Scotland’s suffragettes and why women’s history still matters today.

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£100K investment boost for two North East social entrepreneurs

The investment will allow them to scale the impact of their social enterprises and create positive change in local communities.

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Chat to our experts during Social Investment Office Hours!

Financial & Business Services

Firstport is excited to invite you to our Social Investment Office Hours, an informal session for Scottish social entrepreneurs like you! If you’re thinking about social investment but not sure how to proceed, our investment experts are here to help point you in the right direction – whether that’s to our investment readiness support programmes, loan products or to other investors and funders.

24/03/2026 11:00-12:00
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Chat to our experts during Social Investment Office Hours!

Financial & Business Services

Firstport is excited to invite you to our Social Investment Office Hours, an informal session for Scottish social entrepreneurs like you! If you’re thinking about social investment but not sure how to proceed, our investment experts are here to help point you in the right direction – whether that’s to our investment readiness support programmes, loan products or to other investors and funders.

09/03/2026 12:00-13:00
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Community-owned GlenWyvis Distillery secures £500k Catalyst Fund investment

The Catalyst Fund investment will help GlenWyvis continue whisky production, create new jobs, and strengthen its capacity to deliver its ambitious growth plans.

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