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5 May 2026

Practical guidance for SMEs navigating rising and volatile energy prices

Energy costs remain one of the biggest uncertainties facing UK small and medium-sized businesses. With global events, infrastructure investment, and market volatility all influencing prices, many SMEs are unsure how to plan ahead or secure the best deal. Recent...

28 April 2026

HSE guidance on protecting young people at work

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has made available guidance for employers on protecting young people at work. Workers are as likely to have an accident in the first six months at a workplace as they are during the...

22 April 2026

Big Support for Small Business – What Businesses Really Need Survey

Support for small businesses is facing a critical juncture, as the landscape of assistance has undergone significant change in recent years. Funding has been steadily reduced, and existing support is now often directed toward pre-startups, high-growth firms, or specific...

16 April 2026

Martyn’s Law guidance published to help businesses

New guidance published to help organisations and businesses prepare for terrorist threats and protect lives. Major venues and events will be better equipped to protect the public from terrorism, as new guidance to support the implementation of Martyn’s Law...

7 April 2026

Fully Funded Programme Here to Support High Street Businesses

High street businesses are being offered a valuable opportunity to step back, refocus, and plan for the future through a newly available fully funded support programme. Designed specifically for established businesses trading for over 12 months, the initiative provides...

19 March 2026

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...

17 March 2026

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...

8 March 2026

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...

5 March 2026

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...