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17 April 2025

Preventing Shoplifting: Practical Tips for SMEs

Shoplifting is a persistent challenge for many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), directly impacting profitability and staff morale. Fortunately, there are simple, effective steps you can take to deter crime and protect your business. 1. Make Your Premises Less...

14 April 2025

New Growth Guarantee Scheme: A Boost for SMEs in an Evolving Economy

The UK government has launched the Growth Guarantee Scheme to empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) navigating an uncertain economic landscape. Replacing the Recovery Loan Scheme, this initiative is designed to unlock vital funding for growth, innovation, and resilience....

9 April 2025

Simplified Recycling Rules for Workplaces: What SMEs Need to Know

New rules on how workplaces in England sort their recycling and waste have now come into force, ending confusion over what goes where and enabling consistent, more streamlined collections. From Monday 31 March, workplaces with 10 or more employees...

8 April 2025

Tackle Workplace Stress: Five Steps in Five Weeks for SMEs

April marks Stress Awareness Month — a perfect time for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to prioritise employee wellbeing. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a helpful “Five Steps in Five Weeks” campaign, giving businesses simple,...

7 April 2025

Leicestershire SMEs: Share Your Views on US Tariffs

The UK Government is asking businesses across Leicester and Leicestershire, especially SMEs, to share their experiences of US tariffs on British exports. Local industries such as textiles, food and drink, plastics, and engineering could all be affected. The Department...

3 April 2025

Supporting Parents in Your SME: Navigating Neonatal Care Leave and Pay

As a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) business owner, understanding and implementing neonatal care leave and pay policies is an opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to supporting your employees during challenging times. With the new UK legislation effective from...

24 March 2025

£100,000 of Business Prosperity Grant Fund Launched for 2025/26

Hinckley and Bosworth Council have launched the Business Prosperity Grant scheme worth £100,00 of capital funding. The scheme is open to all eligible businesses throughout Hinckley and Bosworth including the urban areas Hinckley and Burbage. There are a range...

21 March 2025

Rural England Prosperity Fund launched for 2025/26

Rural businesses and organisations are being invited to apply for capital only grants to help them boost productivity, improve community buildings, improve accessibility to tourist attractions and green open spaces that support our local communities and businesses. The scheme...

17 March 2025

Why Neurodiversity Matters for Small Businesses

Embracing Neurodiversity: How Small Businesses Can Foster Inclusive Workplaces Neurodiversity Celebration Week (March 17–23, 2025) is a global initiative that highlights the strengths and talents of neurodivergent individuals. For small businesses, embracing neurodiversity isn’t just about inclusion—it’s about unlocking...