At NatWest Group, we’re proud to support customers, communities, and businesses across Scotland through our Royal Bank of Scotland brand and our dedicated Scotland Board.
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Our support for Scotland
Supporting 1 in 5 people and families across Scotland
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Backing 1 in 3 Scottish businesses
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Employing 11,000 colleagues in Scotland
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A legacy of nearly 300 years of service in Scotland
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Royal Bank of Scotland
For nearly 300 years, the Royal Bank of Scotland has played an important role in supporting Scotland's economic development. Today, it serves the people of Scotland’s personal and business banking needs.
Royal Bank launches IP lending
Royal Bank becomes the first bank in Scotland to allow companies to borrow up to £10 million against the value of their intellectual property.
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Partnering with Edinburgh University
Royal Bank of Scotland and University partner to boost Scottish startups.
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Royal Bank of Scotland Pitch launches
Start up Pounce Padel claims first place in the Royal Bank Pitch competition at opening of new Edinburgh Accelerator Hub.
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45 years of partnering with the Royal Highland Show
Royal Bank of Scotland has partnered with the Royal Highland Show for 45 years, the longest ongoing partnership in our bank’s history.
For nearly half a century we’ve been supporting the Royal Highland Show as part of our commitment to championing Scotland’s agriculture sector and the people moving the industry forward.
Toolden Limited, Ellon
We’re supporting Toolden Limited to secure its future in Ellon with the purchase of its premises – helping streamline its delivery process and improve customer experience.
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Rabbie’s Trail Burners, Edinburgh
We’re helping Rabbie’s Train Burners broaden its product offering to meet record levels of demand from travellers.
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Whisky Vaults Hotel, Oban
We’re backing multi award-winning pub, MacGregor’s as it arrives at Oban’s Whisky Vaults Hotel - supporting local jobs and the hospitality sector in Oban.
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From startup to global success
Ooni is now one of the world’s leading pizza oven brands, with offices across the globe. Our Royal Bank Accelerator programme helped power that growth.
Preserving Scotland’s Cultural Heritage
NatWest Social & Community Capital fund has helped secure a permanent home for An Taigh Cèilidh, a Gaelic cultural hub dedicated to preserving language, heritage, and community connection.
Meet Judith Cruickshank, Scotland Board Chair
"Our commitment to the people, families, and businesses who call Scotland home remains as strong as ever. We support our customers and the Scottish economy by removing barriers to enterprise and championing a diversity of businesses, from start-ups to large corporates."
Explore Judith’s reflections on the Scotland Board’s priorities and impact.
Scottish economic insights
The Royal Bank of Scotland Growth Tracker provides a timely snapshot of economic performance across Scotland. The report tracks monthly changes in business activity, demand, employment, backlogs, prices and the year-ahead outlook.