About BID · 2023–2028

BID Business Plan

Our five-year plan for Inverness City Centre — setting out what Inverness BID will deliver for its members from 2023 to 2028.

Update

Update on the Inverness BID Renewal Ballot

A ballot is to be held on the proposal to renew the Inverness Business Improvement District (BID) for Inverness City Centre for a further five-year period, from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2028.

The ballot will be conducted entirely by post on behalf of the Ballot Holder — The Highland Council’s Chief Executive — by the Independent Scrutineer, Civica Election Services (CES) of 33 Clarendon Road, London N8 0NW.

Marketing & promotion

Events, campaigns and marketing that promote the city centre and draw in locals and visitors.

Business development

Representing members and championing the business district to partners and stakeholders.

A safe & welcoming centre

Community safety initiatives supporting a thriving day and night-time economy.

Read the full 2023–28 plan

See the BID’s priorities, projects and budget for the next five years in the complete Business Plan.

Open for Business

With excellent transport links across Scotland, the UK and beyond, the City in the Highlands is always open for business. Inverness boasts a skilled, resourceful workforce — reflected in emerging industries such as life sciences and renewable energy set to expand in the coming years.

It’s also the hub of tourism in the Highlands and Islands, drawing thousands of national and international visitors every year. At the heart of it all, the City Centre BID is committed to strengthening business across every sector of the city centre.

Education

University of the Highlands & Islands

Inverness has its very own university, offering a wide variety of courses and producing a talented local workforce.

Business Directory

See for yourself the unique range of businesses our city has to offer.

Keep up with the city

Follow Inverness BID on Facebook for the latest on what’s happening in the city centre.