The Knowledge Centre

Explore our curated resources covering all key aspects of running a business.

A Virtual Shop Front Door - Down Your Street

The Royal Mail has just announced that online shopping in the UK has risen by 9% in the last year. What do our 'bricks and mortar' retail businesses i...

Support for High Growth Business in Swindon & Wiltshire

One option If you are a growing business and looking for support and advice to aid your growth is Inspire, one of our local Chambers of Commerce organ...

Number of UK scaleups increases

The ScaleUp Institute reports that the UK’s total number of scaleup businesses has increased by nearly 12 per cent, according to the ScaleUp Institu...

Rural Economic Study for Swindon and Wiltshire

Swindon and Wiltshire LEP recognises that there are gaps in knowledge about the rural economy of the area. This Rural Economic Study has been develope...

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Opportunities to Grow your Business

Where can a business wanting to grow, find the most comprehensive source for up-to-date information on available funding or tendering opportunities?

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B2B Events - Enabling Business Growth or a Mercenary Marketing Tactic?

Engage with your clients and prospects whilst providing useful knowledge, information and access to new networks.

The time is right to tap into a new pool of talent for Wiltshire employers.

Jobcentre Plus in Wiltshire is keen to work closely with employers of all sizes across the county.

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Higher Education Strategy

See the latest updates on the SWLEP Higher Education Strategy and access the downloads

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A brief guide to business continuity planning

In this short guide, we will explore how you can prepare for the unforeseen with focus on your IT and business-critical systems.

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Apprenticeships for Small Business

This guide provides an overview of apprenticeships for small business and describes the benefits to business and apprentices.

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Can I apply for financial business support?

Guide to available business support funding for Salisbury businesses

CDI Certificate in Careers Leadership

New qualification for teachers in schools and colleges to support young people in career development

£80million fund to help SMEs engage in apprenticeships

A short article about the Chancellor's Spring Statement around funding for small and medium sized businesses to help them engage with apprenticeships.