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April 2024
Fri 26th April, 2024
Government launches new free management course for small businesses
This week the Government has launched Help to Grow: Management Essentials, a new, free, bite-sized online course to help small businesses grow.
Wed 10th April, 2024
Find out about tax reliefs and allowances available from HMRC if you run a business, employ people or are self-employed.
If you run your own business it’s important that you know what tax reliefs and other financial allowances are available from HMRC.
March 2024
Thu 28th March, 2024
Midlands Engine Investment Fund II will deliver £400 million of new funding to small and medium-sized businesses across the Midlands
The fund aims to build on the success of the first Midlands Engine Investment Fund and will drive sustainable economic growth by supporting innovation and creating opportunities for new and growing businesses in the Midlands.
Wed 27th March, 2024
Local universities to help lead county-wide net zero project
Not only are energy costs rising, but competition is intensifying and the economy is more uncertain than ever. At the same time, the Government has set ambitious targets around climate change and customers and employees are demanding ethical and..
Tue 26th March, 2024
British Business Bank - Making business finance work for you
Starting a business doesn't come with a manual. The British Business Bank has created a guide focused on the 7 common business challenges and the types of finance that could help you meet these and will help you to make informed choices.
Mon 25th March, 2024
Shepshed Market Place reopens following improvement work
A multi-million-pound facelift for Market Place in Shepshed has been completed. The project led by Charnwood Borough Council has created a more open and pedestrian-friendly space with increased parking in the area for visitors and shoppers. The..
January 2024
Fri 26th January, 2024
Flood-hit residents and businesses urged to apply for Government funding
Flood-hit householders and businesses can now apply for Government cash to help them get back on their feet after Storm Henk.
Fri 26th January, 2024
Calling all small business owners! Wondering how standards can protect your data and cut energy costs?
FSB have partnered with BSI (British Standards Institution) for an exclusive webinar on the transformative impact of standards on business resilience and success! Don't miss the chance to fortify your business for a resilient and trustworthy..
Tue 23rd January, 2024
Business lunch briefing will update progress on £40m Loughborough Town Deal
Businesses are being invited to learn more about progress being made on Loughborough Town Deal while networking with local leaders during a free event being held on Friday 1st March. Businesses will need to register by Friday 9th February.
Thu 18th January, 2024
Was your property affected by flooding?
The Government has agreed to release funding to help flood-hit residents & businesses, to help unlock funding, it’s important to register your details by completing a simple form with Leicester County Council. Further details included in the..
Thu 11th January, 2024
Invitation to the Leicestershire Tourism & Hospitality Business Forum is taking place on the 6th February 2024
An exciting new format with short, focused sessions created specifically to help you to think about where your business is going, where the customers of the future may come from and more importantly what they will want from you.
Tue 9th January, 2024
Are you looking for work or thinking of moving into a new career?
Get Work Ready in 2024, the Digital Leicestershire team are collaborating with BT Group to offer Leicestershire residents free employment webinars in January and February 2024.
December 2023
Wed 20th December, 2023
6th Annual Leicestershire Innovation Festival taking place in 2024
The sixth annual Leicestershire Innovation Festival will take place at venues across the city and county from 5th to 16th February 2024.
Thu 14th December, 2023
Apply now for grant-funded skills bootcamps in digital marketing, for learners & employers based in Leicestershire
Anicca Digital is proud to launch a new 12-day Skills Bootcamp, leading to a Level 5 qualification from the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI) for learners and employers in the Leicestershire area. Courses are FREE if you are unemployed or..
Thu 14th December, 2023
Is your start up idea/business ready to succeed in the upcoming year?
Natwest Local Enterprise Manager, Mark Taft will be hosting and facilitating a series of events, whether you are still at idea ‘validation’ stage and looking to launch soon; just started with some early traction; or are ready to scale - then this..
Thu 7th December, 2023
Business event offers advice to entrepreneurs and start-ups in Leicestershire
A sold-out entrepreneurial event took place in Charnwood last month as part of the Leicester Business Festival. The Inspiring Entrepreneurs event organised by Charnwood Borough Council in partnership with Loughborough University offered an insight..
November 2023
Wed 8th November, 2023
Barclays Eagle Labs and AccelerateHER are committed to bringing more women into entrepreneurship and levelling the playing field
Are you a female founder looking to learn from experts? Would you benefit from one-to-one mentoring or to become part of a network of like-minded women? The Female Founder Accelerator programme may be able to support you! Applications now open and..
October 2023
Tue 31st October, 2023
Zellar’s cost saving, net zero mission across Leicestershire
Leicestershire LEP is one of many regional partners that's joined forces with Zellar to kickstart sustainability action amongst its local business community, by sponsoring free one year access for 100 local businesses to take climate action..
Fri 27th October, 2023
Insightful business event to take place in Loughborough
Entrepreneurs are being offered the opportunity to learn, share and network with businesses, startups and enterprises at an event held at Loughborough University on Wednesday 15th November 2023!
Mon 23rd October, 2023
£4.6m investment will bring 222 jobs to world-class lab space
More than 200 jobs will be created through a £4.6m investment in revamping laboratory space at Charnwood Campus.
Wed 11th October, 2023
Exciting Leicester Business Festival 2023 News!
We're thrilled to announce that we are teaming up with Loughborough University for a fantastic event at this year's Leicester Business Festival! Join us on Wednesday 15th November 2023, for an event that's all about "Inspiring..
September 2023
Tue 5th September, 2023
Local businesses can thrive in digital world thanks to Town Deal-backed programme
A free training programme is being launched to help businesses in Loughborough town centre make the most of the digital world. Love Loughborough is launching the Digital Training Hub which will include online workshops, in-person courses and..
Tue 5th September, 2023
Charnwood Campus, Science Innovation and Technology Park has laboratory and office space available
Charnwood Campus, Science Innovation and Technology Park has high spec laboratory and office space available for immediate occupation.
July 2023
Wed 12th July, 2023
Shepshed Town Centre Users Survey
Charnwood Borough Council have commissioned People and Places Insight Limited to undertake a Benchmarking Review in Shepshed town centre. The company will be gathering a range of helpful information to enable the Council to have a better..
June 2023
Mon 19th June, 2023
Opportunity for local traders, applications close 30th June 2023.
D&J Catering are looking for local food & non-food traders for BBC Radio 2 In The Park 16th - 17th September 2023.
February 2021
Fri 26th February, 2021
Support for Food and Drink producers
The coronavirus pandemic is forcing food and drink producers to diversify, develop new products or services and target new markets - which means having to learn new processes or skills. Together with delivery partners - The Food and Drink Forum -..
Wed 17th February, 2021
Digital health checks help businesses do more with technology
Adopting digital solutions can mean better customer experiences, improved productivity, enhanced security and more, but knowing where to start can be a stumbling block for many business owners.
Wed 17th February, 2021
Support for Fashion & Textile businesses
Like many other sectors, the fashion and textile manufacturing industry is experiencing challenging times. The Business Gateway Growth Hub now offers a comprehensive package of support and webinars to help businesses survive, recover and grow, all..
Thu 11th February, 2021
Working together to deliver a successful Census 2021
The Office for National Statistics – which runs Census 2021 – is working with Charnwood Borough Council to deliver a successful census and help local services to fully meet future needs.
January 2021
Thu 28th January, 2021
'NHS Charities Together' Funding for LLR
NHS Charities Together will be awarding the three local NHS charities; Leicester Hospitals Charity, Raising Health (Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust) and East Midlands Ambulance Service a total of £365,000.
Wed 27th January, 2021
Hiring! Business 2 Business Ltd, Kickstart-UK will support as an approved government gateway
If you’re thinking of hiring, maybe it is worth considering the Kickstart Scheme, announced as part of the Chancellor’s £2bn Kickstart Scheme creating six-month job placements for young people and supporting them into employment.
Fri 15th January, 2021
Leicestershire company creates jobs after securing Innovate UK funding for new software
Leicestershire company We Love Surveys has been awarded an Innovate UK grant to develop cutting-edge drugs audit software for the healthcare industry.
Fri 15th January, 2021
Summary of Covid-19 business grants and support
The Government has introduced a range of Covid-19 grants which businesses in Charnwood may be eligible for.
Fri 15th January, 2021
It's Local Business Directory
Are you a business trying to find cost effective ways to amplify your online presence and improve your local visibility?
Thu 7th January, 2021
How to submit a successful GRANT application workshop - 28th January 2021
Writing a grant application can be a lengthy process, it’s time-consuming, demands a lot of effort and creativity and for someone who may not have the relevant experience, it can be daunting. Furthermore, any shortcomings in the production of the..
December 2020
Wed 9th December, 2020
Employer Breakfast Event - Mental Health & Wellbeing
Employer Breakfast Event - Mental Health & Wellbeing Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace. 17th December, 8:30 - 10:30 | Virtual Event
November 2020
Mon 23rd November, 2020
Applications for Covid-19 business grants are now open
Please continue to keep an eye on www.charnwood.gov.uk/cvbusiness and sign up to our email alerts to make sure you are kept informed of any further grant scheme news. http://bit.ly/2m12keU
Fri 20th November, 2020
Shop Safe, Shop Local this Christmas
This Christmas look for your local businesses online or in the high street
Tue 10th November, 2020
New free online learning platform to boost workplace skills
Online platform ‘The Skills Toolkit’ will help people to build their skills during the coronavirus outbreak and beyond.
October 2020
Tue 27th October, 2020
Exciting £32 million bid to transform Loughborough
An ambitious £32 million bid to transform Loughborough has been submitted to Government.
Tue 27th October, 2020
Getting ahead with the Job Support Scheme via webinar by Business Gateway Growth Hub
In September Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced targeted government support to protect jobs and minimise unemployment as the Coronavirus Job Retention (Furlough) Scheme ceases at the end of October.
Tue 27th October, 2020
Kickstart scheme off to a flying start in Charnwood
Nearly 150 potential job placements have been identified from around 50 local employers just three weeks after the launch of the government’s Kickstart scheme in Charnwood. Loughborough College was praised by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi..
September 2020
Wed 30th September, 2020
LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE TO PLAY LEADING ROLE IN LOCAL KICKSTART SCHEME
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak has praised Loughborough College’s commitment to supporting at least 100 people into jobs throughout Charnwood as part of the government’s Kickstart scheme.
Wed 30th September, 2020
Kickstart scheme
The £2 billion Kickstart Scheme launched in September and is now open to any employer.
April 2020
Wed 1st April, 2020
Coronavirus grants payments to businesses
Charnwood businesses which are eligible to receive Government grants due to the coronavirus pandemic can now access their payments. An online registration form is available for completion on the Charnwood Borough Council..
March 2020
June 2019
Fri 28th June, 2019
Be at the Centre of Innovation: inCharnwood film premiere
Your chance to see the premiere of the new inCharnwood promotional film.
Fri 21st June, 2019
New promotional film set to be luanched
inCharnwood to launch inward investment film in July 2019.
February 2019
Fri 8th February, 2019
Innovation Week event announced
A business get-together titled How to Build Innovation in Your Business will take place in Loughborough on March 7th.
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