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Blaby Business Grant Scheme

Blaby District Council is launching the new Blaby Business Grant Scheme to help our small and micro-enterprise grow and thrive. The money could be used for a range of improvements including increasing productivity, developing digital tools, expanding premises, actions on decarbonisation, reducing running costs and sprucing up shopfronts. Two grants will be available for businesses meeting the criteria: • Shop Front Improvements Grant A total pot of £5,000. To improve…

No business is ‘too small’ to be a target for cyber criminals

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK are being encouraged to take proactive steps to protect themselves from rising cyber threats by adopting the government-backed Cyber Essentials scheme. Recent data shows that cyber attacks are no longer limited to large organisations. In fact, around half of UK small businesses reported experiencing some form of cyber incident in the past year, highlighting the growing risk to SMEs of all sizes….

Supporting Women to Thrive at Work: What It Means for Businesses in Leicestershire

The UK Government has launched new action plans to tackle the gender pay gap and improve workplace support for women experiencing menopause — a move designed to help more women thrive and progress in their careers. These changes will encourage employers to take practical steps to build fairer, more inclusive workplaces where female talent can succeed. From April 2026, employers will be encouraged to publish gender pay gap and menopause action…

Creating Workplaces Where Neurodivergent People Can Thrive: Free Training for SMEs

Across the UK, more organisations are recognising the importance of building workplaces where everyone can contribute, feel valued, and succeed. Creating neuroinclusive environments is a key part of this progress. When workplaces understand and support neurodiversity, they unlock new perspectives, strengths, and ways of thinking that benefit both individuals and organisations. Neurodivergent people — including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and other cognitive differences — bring valuable skills such…

Boost Productivity and Reduce Sickness Absence with Free SME Health Training

Small and medium-sized enterprises across England are being offered a valuable opportunity to strengthen their workforce with free, Government-funded occupational health training for line managers. Announced on GOV.UK, this new initiative will train up to 5,000 SME managers by 31 March, equipping them with practical skills to spot early signs of health-related issues and take timely, supportive action. Line managers will learn how to recognise indicators such as fatigue, behavioural…

LLBSP Business Gateway Growth Hub: A One-Stop Shop for Business Development

At the Business Gateway, our primary goal is to empower you to achieve long-term success and growth for your business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, we’re here to provide guidance and support.