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5 June 2026

New Event Series Encourages Employers to Rethink Recruitment and Unlock Untapped Talent

A new summer event series hosted by De Montfort University is set to bring together employers, recruiters, business leaders, employment support professionals, and people with lived experience of the Criminal Justice System (CJS) to explore a question that is...

1 June 2026

Why Marketing Matters When You’re Wearing Every Hat in the Business

For many SME owners, a typical day involves juggling multiple responsibilities. One minute you’re responding to customer enquiries, the next you’re reviewing finances, managing operations, or supporting your team. In a small business, wearing many hats isn’t the exception—it’s...

22 May 2026

Is Your Business Ready for Summer Disruption?

From heatwaves and storms to flooding and power outages, summer weather can create serious operational challenges for businesses across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR). That’s why Risk Ready Communities is encouraging local organisations to take practical steps now to...

18 May 2026

UK businesses urged to strengthen their cyber defences against fast-evolving AI-enabled threats

Businesses across the UK are being urged to strengthen their cyber defences, as the government takes action to protect the economy and essential services people rely on every day from fast-evolving cyber threats. As part of a wider push to shore up the UK’s cyber defences, ministers...

13 May 2026

Become a Mental Health Friendly Business

By becoming a Mental Health Friendly Business, you’re taking a proactive step towards creating a supportive, understanding, and inclusive environment for everyone who walks through your doors. When you sign up, you’ll gain access to free training, resources, and...

11 May 2026

Why HR Matters More Than Ever for Growing SMEs

When businesses are growing, it’s easy for HR to become an afterthought. Many SMEs focus heavily on sales, operations, and customer growth — but the people side of the business is just as important for long-term success. Strong HR...

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...