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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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.
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
Startup Pounce Padel claims first place in the Royal Bank Pitch competition at opening of new Edinburgh Accelerator Hub.
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We hosted Scotland’s Global Investment Summit as main sponsor
“As leaders, investors, and innovators gather in Edinburgh for the Scottish Global Investment Summit, we stand at a pivotal moment for Scotland and for the UK.”
- NatWest Group Chair, Rick Haythornthwaite, on the opportunities the summit presents.
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.