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Is your business taking advantage of the latest technology?
Don't fall behind this fast moving industry.
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An Introduction to Cyber Essentials Certification
Whats the purpose and benefits to Cyber Essentials, the government-backed cyber security certification scheme for small firms.
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Green Great Britain Week – simple steps you can take to reduce emissions
Find out how your business could reduce emissions and help to tackle climate change.
£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.
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Wiltshire entrepreneur fills gap in niche fabric market
Helen Baker Fabric Design
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Ludgershall couple's double celebration – in love and in business!
Clearly Software
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Tax relief and incentives for businesses
As part of the overall funding landscape, there are plenty of government schemes and incentives available to businesses.

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Hanging on the Telephone: 5 reasons Self Assessmen...
In the last 12 months HMRC have built and improved a number of digital services that will make it ea...
Rob Creer Published: 28/11/23
Apprentices – Know Your Minimum Wage Rights
If you are an apprentice, or about to start an apprenticeship, here’s some advice to help you make s...
Rob Creer Published: 27/09/23
Cyber Essentials can be funded for charities
Cyber Essentials certification is now funded for charities and law firms delivering legal aid.
Ian Lloyd Published: 22/12/22
Businesses in the South West urged to check out HM...
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is encouraging business owners, employers and the self-employed in the...
User Not Found Published: 17/10/22
New Export Advice Service from Department for Inte...
The Department for International Trade has today launched a new Export Support Service, aimed at com...
User Not Found Published: 5/10/21
Vacancy: Skills Adviser – Swindon & Wiltshire Loca...
Do you want to be part of a team which supports our local business community to thrive?
User Not Found Published: 7/09/21
Clark Holt acts on client sale
Leading customer survey company.
Joseph Palmer Published: 23/02/21
Grants to help small and medium-sized businesses n...
The SME Brexit Support Fund could give you up to £2,000 to help with training or professional advice...
Joseph Palmer Published: 12/02/21
Getting help to apply for Universal Credit
Citizens Advice offer a free, confidential and independent service that can help you every step of t...
Joseph Palmer Published: 18/08/20
Community News
Arkell’s Brewery to host recruitment event
An insight into what it takes to run a pub
Tim Burghes Published: 29/03/19
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What support is available for my small business?
Our modern Industrial Strategy is helping to support small businesses and improve productivity acros...
Tim Burghes Published: 19/03/19
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Swindon and Wiltshire Growth Hub enters into colla...
The Growth Hub announces a partnership with Europe’s leading grants database.
Tim Burghes Published: 12/03/19
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One to one business advice
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Tim Burghes Published: 11/01/19
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Terrorism insurers will have to play catch-up amid...
Call for 'Greater understanding needed about CBRN " after the Salisbury attack - Article from Insur...
Tim Burghes Published: 21/05/18
Higher Education Event Success and Free Skills Sup...
Read about the recent SWLEP Higher Education event which saw employers, providers and learners discu...
Tim Burghes Published: 19/04/18
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Salisbury Business - Free Advice Clinics
A Business Adviser will be available at Wiltshire Council's Enterprise Centre at 1 Salt Lane to help...
Tim Burghes Published: 4/04/18
Over half a million small businesses helped by Gro...
Growth Hubs are having significant positive impact on the take-up of national support programmes, an...
Tim Burghes Published: 8/01/18

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Community Insights

The top reasons why you should do business in Swindon
Nestled just along the M4 corridor from London (which is the commercial capital of Europe), there are many reasons why Swindon is a great place to do ...
Is asking for help a sign of weakness? Or strong leadership?
Why business owners don't ask for help, the benefits of getting external help, strengthening the business and being strategic
Free Mental Health Workplace Champions Training
Public Health team at Wiltshire Council has developed a Mental Health Champions programme. Their offer to employers in the county is to provide them w...
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Business Ethics: How Ethical Are You?
Alison Edgar AKA The Entrepreneur’s Godmother, Alison works with start-ups, micro businesses and owner-managed businesses teaching them how to sell.
Blog – Degree Apprenticeships – A New Route
Over the last few days the press has been full of news on tuition fees and the associated repayment. Whilst the combined impact of freezing fees and a...
Proper Packing Can Prevent Property Damage When Moving or Storing
There is a right way and a wrong way when it comes to packing your personal items. We have listed various packing materials along with the correct way...

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