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Digger manufacturer JCB has donated £1,000 to help a community group stage a life-saving heart screening programme in memory of a mechanical engineer who died suddenly aged just 26. Formula One mechanical engineer, Anthony Lane, who grew up in Stubwood, near Denstone, close to the company’s World HQ in Rocester, died from an undiagnosed heart condition after collapsing while exercising at his home in Rugby in October 2022. Now special free screening days in Anthony’s memory are being organised by Uttoxeter Rotary Club in conjunction with the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) at Oldfields Hall Middle School, in Stone Road, Uttoxeter, on 6th and 7th June. Anthony’s parents Penny and Paul Lane, of Lichfield, have praised the initiative. Paul said: “Anthony was always such a fit and healthy young man, and his death came as a shock to all of us. We are delighted that Uttoxeter Rotary are arranging screening days in Anthony’s memory that could go on to help hundreds of young people in the area.” JCB has donated the £1,000 to Uttoxeter Rotary Club to support a campaign delivering two specialist screening days aimed at identifying young people aged 14 to 35 who may be at risk of undiagnosed heart conditions, including heart muscle disorders and electrical faults of the heart. Statistics show that every week in the UK, 12 apparently fit and healthy people under the age of 35 die from an undiagnosed heart condition, around 80% of whom show no prior symptoms. Jerry Gear, Past President of Uttoxeter Rotary Club, who is leading the campaign said: “These events can literally be life saving for young people as they have the potential to identify those young people who are walking around unaware of underlying health conditions." "Last year 15 young people were identified as needing further medical investigation. This is why we couldn’t be more grateful to businesses like JCB who continue to show their support each year. The whole process is very simple and takes just 15 minutes but really it is vital. I would encourage young people who haven’t been before to take advantage of the opportunity and book their free place.” Each screening session relies on £6,800 of funding per day and involves using a medical history questionnaire and electrocardiogram (ECG) to identify risks. Up to 100 young people a day will get free access to the scan with further tests and medical referrals provided if needed. Uttoxeter Rotary Club is working with local businesses like JCB to raise the funds to cover the costs of the two June screening days. They are looking for a further £6,000 to meet the target for the sessions and then hope to raise additional funds for further dates later in the year.

ProPharm Services, Scotland’s leading independent provider of pharmacy and prescribing support services, has expanded its service offering following support from Business Gateway East Renfrewshire. ProPharm was launched in 2018 by pharmacist, Sarah Cameron, with the aim of alleviating the pressures GPs face with workload challenges in primary care. Over the last seven years, the business has grown from a singular pharmacist service to a leading independent pharmacy service provider, employing 11 people, including eight independent prescribing pharmacists who have a primary focus on patient care. Sarah, who has 22 years of experience working in hospital, community and primary care pharmacy, works closely with fellow director, Patricia Davies, who joined the business in 2022 with over 20 years of pharmacy experience and a background in community and primary care. Sarah and Patricia share a passion for improving patient outcomes by helping people access NHS care in a timelier manner by enhancing pharmacy support services. The whole ProPharm team works to provide a range of clinical skills to support GP practices across Scotland, allowing pharmacists to undertake appropriate monitoring and assessment at the point of care, saving clinician time and enabling comprehensive reviews of treatment. Over the last few years, Sarah and Patricia have worked closely with Business Gateway East Renfrewshire, receiving support from adviser, Scott Arnot, who provided advice on funding, hiring and expansion, and management consultancy. The pair also received tailored advice through the East Renfrewshire Accelerator (ERA) programme, which is funded by East Renfrewshire Council. This allowed Sarah and Patricia to sharpen their financial sustainability and strategic focus for future growth. In addition, Business Gateway provided digital support to help assist with the initial development of the company’s online platforms. Since launching, ProPharm has gone from delivering a single weekly prescribing session for one GP practice to now supporting GP practices with 4,500 patient interventions each month across four Scottish health boards. In the last year, the business has expanded condition-specific clinics in asthma, diabetes and cardiovascular care, and led medication safety initiatives focusing on higher-risk medicines. The business is now beginning to partner with pharmaceutical companies and projects that bring evidence-based treatments and services that will make a positive impact on communities across Scotland. ProPharm recently won two awards, Best Performing Business and Employer Excellence in Wellbeing, at the 2025 East Renfrewshire Business Awards, further strengthening its reputation as a leader in both industry performance and employee care. The business has also been recognised in the Business Women Top 100 list and were finalists in the 2024 Scottish Healthcare Awards. Looking to the future, Sarah and Patricia are also keen to recruit and develop more prescribing pharmacists so that they can extend their support to additional GP practices without diluting quality. Sarah Cameron, founder, ProPharm, said: “We are proud to be reshaping primary care, improving patient access and easing GP workload in Scotland. Support from Business Gateway East Renfrewshire and the Council’s ERA Programme has been vital for growing and developing our business." "Looking ahead to our plans for the next year, I can confidently say that none of it would be possible had it not been for the support we have received, which has allowed us to expand our recruitment, understand risk and make significant changes to our digital platforms. We have also connected with a wider network that has brought a huge breadth of knowledge, contributing to our business growth.” Scott Arnot, Business Gateway adviser, said: “Sarah and Patricia are doing incredible work to drive forward the future of healthcare. It’s very clear that they both care about helping their patients and providing the highest level of care possible. Supporting ProPharm has been so rewarding, and I am looking forward to seeing where the business goes from here.” To find out more about ProPharm Services and the work that they do to improve patient care across NHS Scotland visit here . To find out more about Business Gateway and how they can help your business grow and succeed, visit here .

An Edinburgh-based digital and web services start-up is building a successful future after its founder turned to Business Gateway for support at a critical moment, following two years of significant personal and professional hardship. Power On Web Design, founded by Martin Kay in October 2024, provides creative web design, technology and digital consultancy services to small and medium-sized businesses across Scotland. Since launching in October 2024, the business has grown steadily, gaining recognition within the local business community and securing larger clients alongside its core start-up audience. For Martin, the launch of Power On Web Design marked a turning point following a challenging period both personally and professionally. After experiencing family bereavements, job losses and redundancy, he was also diagnosed with ADHD at the same time he first approached Business Gateway. Starting a business was not part of the plan but became an opportunity to rebuild and refocus. Drawing on a background in sales at a leading global cybersecurity firm, alongside a lifelong interest in creativity and design, Martin channelled his experience into creating a business focused on helping other small enterprises grow online. A turning point came when Martin reached out to Business Gateway for support. Working with adviser Lee Briggs, he accessed one-to-one guidance covering business planning, marketing and routes to funding. Lee also supported Martin through the application process for a start-up grant, working through the paperwork together and helping to remove barriers created by ADHD-related challenges. The funding secured through Business Gateway support enabled Martin to invest in key growth opportunities, including a Chamber of Commerce membership and having a professional exhibition stand produced. These investments helped raise the profile of Power On Web Design, leading to new connections, increased confidence and a growing pipeline of work driven largely by word-of-mouth referrals. As the business has developed, Martin has also benefited from wider Business Gateway support, including access to expert help, workshops and introductions to local business networks. The business has since relocated to a new office space, providing a more focused environment and supporting continued growth. Martin Kay, founder of Power On Web Design, said: “There was a point where everything felt uncertain, both personally and professionally. Power On Web Design came from a need to change direction and build something meaningful, even when I didn’t have a clear roadmap." “Business Gateway played a massive role in that journey. At a point when I was struggling to find direction, their support gave me confidence, structure and encouragement. The one-to-one guidance and help with funding made a real difference and helped me take that first proper step forward.” Lee Briggs, Business Gateway adviser, said: “Martin’s journey is a powerful example of resilience. He approached Business Gateway at a difficult time and was open about the challenges he was facing, which allowed us to tailor support around his needs." “Through one-to-one guidance, funding support and access to wider networks, Martin has built a business with strong foundations. Power On Web Design is already making an impact, and I look forward to supporting the next stage of its growth.” Business Gateway Edinburgh offers tailored support for neurodiverse founders, including dedicated advice, resources and specialist workshops designed to reflect different ways of thinking and working. This includes practical sessions such as marketing support for neurodiverse minds, helping entrepreneurs build confidence, develop strategies that play to their strengths and access guidance in a supportive environment. To find out more about how Business Gateway can help your business, visit here .

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