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Flooding can happen suddenly — and even a few inches of water can cause serious disruption to your businesses. From damaged stock to lost trading days, the impact can be costly. Here’s how you can prepare and stay resilient: Plan Ahead Sign up for flood alerts from the Environment Agency or local authorities. Identify flood risks near your premises — rivers, drainage systems, and low-lying areas. Create or update your…
Published: 3 November The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) has issued a reminder that commercial property valuations will be changing later this year — and now is the time for business owners to make sure their details are up to date. If you want to view or manage the details of your new valuation, you’ll need to set up a Business Rates Valuation Account on the GOV.UK website and link your…
In today’s fast-paced digital world, SMEs can’t afford to ignore social media. It’s no longer just a nice-to-have — it’s an essential part of building your brand, attracting customers, and staying competitive in a changing market. The Power of Social Media for Local Businesses For many local SMEs, marketing budgets are tight and time is limited. Social media provides a cost-effective way to: Level the playing field: You don’t need…
In today’s fast-changing world, uncertainty has become the new constant. Economic fluctuations, shifting customer expectations, emerging technologies, and global challenges all make it increasingly difficult for businesses to plan for the future with confidence. For many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), this uncertainty can feel overwhelming. Questions around how to maintain stability, manage costs, and identify new opportunities are becoming part of everyday decision-making. But while the challenges are significant,…
The Midlands’ thriving community of ambitious founders has an exciting opportunity ahead. The British Business Bank has confirmed its support for the upcoming Midlands High Growth Fundraising Accelerator, set to launch in January 2026. This 12-week accelerator is designed to help high-potential businesses across the Midlands region become investment-ready — equipping founders with the knowledge, confidence, and connections to secure the funding they need to grow. About the Accelerator The…
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