Businesses affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic will now be protected from eviction until the end of September 2021. As part of interventions the Welsh Government is making to support businesses, the moratorium against forfeiture for the non-payment of rent will now be extended until September 30, 2021. It was originally due to end on June 30, 2021. This measure will ensure businesses will not forfeit their business tenancies for non-payment of rent until 30...
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As an organisation or freelancer who actively works within the film and television industries in Wales, you are invited to participate in research led by the University of South Wales in partnership with Creative Wales. The Screen Production Industries within Wales have seen exponential growth across the last ten years and remain a priority growth sector for the Welsh Government. Screen Survey Wales 2021 incorporates a full census of the screen production sector across Wales...
Acas experts run regular webinars on employment law topics and employment relations. They're free to join, you just need to register in advance. Spaces are limited. Small scale redundancies This webinar for employers covers the major elements of a redundancy process, the related laws and good practice. Register now for 'Small scale redundancies' Tuesday 29 June 2021, 2pm to 3pm Wednesday 30 June 2021,10.30am to 11.30pm An introduction to hybrid working Research shows that a...
gofod3 is the biggest voluntary sector event of its kind in Wales. First established in spring 2017 as an annual, one-day event in Cardiff, the format has now changed to comply with Covid restrictions, and will take place online and over five days from 28 June to 2 July 2021. Browse the schedule to see what’s on offer, including over 60 FREE events.
How you can prove that you are fully vaccinated for international travel. People living in Wales who have received the COVID vaccine will be able to access their vaccination status via the internet from today (25 June 2021) to generate an NHS COVID Pass for urgent outbound international travel. The NHS COVID Pass allows you to show others that you’ve received a COVID-19 vaccine when travelling abroad. Check entry requirements such as COVID-19 tests and...
Calling all social entrepreneurs, business leaders, hardworking co-operators and talented innovators of the social business sector in Wales to apply for the 2021 Social Business Wales Awards! Not only could you win a cash prize and boost your reputation, but you could become the pride of your community and inspire a nation to do business better. This year’s categories include: Social Enterprise of the Year Wales One to Watch Tech for Good: Technology in Social...
If you move goods between the UK and countries in the EU, you need to follow new customs and tax rules. HMRC can help your business understand the challenges. If you have a specific questions about importing, exporting or customs reliefs you should call the Customs and International Trade helpline on 0300 322 9434. The helpline is open from 8am to 10pm Monday to Friday and from 8am to 4pm at weekends. You can also...
One in five people in the UK have an impairment, which may affect where they choose to stay or visit. Improving your accessibility benefits all customers and does not always require major or expensive changes – simply providing a free Accessibility Guide for your venue can help you be more inclusive for people with a wide range of visible and hidden impairments. Visit Britain have produced guidance, tools and resources to help your business provide...
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is starting a review of the following suites of National Occupational Standards (NOS) including: Auto Electrical and Mobile Electrical Installation Maintenance and Repair – Heavy Vehicle Trailer Maintenance and Repair – Lift Truck Vehicle Fitting Vehicle Recycling Autonomous Connected Electric Shared (ACES) The NOS continue to be a valuable resource to inform vocational training and qualifications, and apprenticeships. To ensure the outcome of the review is in line...
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) is contacting businesses to request information to support the current revaluation of business rates in England and Wales. Once ratepayers receive a request via letter, they need to go online and submit their up-to-date details. For some specialist property classes you’ll be asked to provide your information by email instead, so once you receive a request please follow the instructions on your letter. The information ratepayers submit is used to...