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Smart Pest Management Farmer Smartphone Controls Chemicals for Pest Elimination
A new Welsh Government plan is aiming to ensure the agriculture sector in Wales fully benefits from digital technology. The Agri-Tech Action Plan for Wales sets out a vision to support the sector to be profitable, efficient and sustainable, and exploit the potential of agri-tech through four priorities. These priorities aim to see an acceleration in agri-tech capabilities, a drive in on-farm adoption of productivity enhancing agri-tech initiatives, deliver environmental benefits and support educational and...
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30 November 2023
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30 November 2023
Businesswoman Listens to Professional Advisor in Her Office, They Discuss Data Show on a Laptop.
After an assessment of the protections available for UK personal data, the Secretary of State for the Department of Science Innovation and Technology, has made the decision to establish a UK-US data bridge allowing for the free flow of personal data between the UK and certified organisations in the US. UK individuals can also seek redress if they feel their personal data has been collected or processed unlawfully relating to US national security. UK data...
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30 November 2023
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30 November 2023
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Ambition for stand-out Welsh strengths, green prosperity, skills and local jobs form the top priorities for the Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething, who will today (28 November 2023) set out his plans to deliver the Welsh Government’s mission for a stronger economy. Responding to the challenges of global disruptions, inflation, interest rates and energy costs, the Welsh Government will set out four priorities that will shape how Wales can respond to uncertainty and exploit new opportunities...
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29 November 2023
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29 November 2023
2024 and magnifying glass to depict business goals for 2024
Join StartUp Show for its 10th anniversary at King's College, London on Saturday 27 January and make 2024 your year! Whether you’re an aspiring or existing entrepreneur, the StartUp Show is an absolute must. It’s your chance to discover everything you need to know about starting a business, and to connect with advisers and business experts who’ll help take your enterprise to the next level. The event will feature 11 business-related zones, over 100 expert...
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29 November 2023
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29 November 2023
employees discuss market research results or sales statistics
Welsh Government invited 8000 businesses with operations in Wales to participate in the fifth Trade Survey for Wales. Most businesses invited to participate employ more than 20 people. Ultimately, every response to the Trade Survey for Wales can inform our work to support business and develop the economy in Wales. Jonathan Price, Welsh Government’s Chief Economist, said: “The unprecedented events of the last few years have given rise to many economic challenges. We want to...
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29 November 2023
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29 November 2023
People Meeting Social Communication Connection Teamwork Concept
If you have an idea for a social venture or are already making a difference and are looking for support to develop your social venture then apply for a UnLtd Award. The Award combines funding and support to help you to get started or grow. Depending on your stage of development UnLtd can offer up to £18,000 for: Starting up – you have an idea or have started to make a difference to people's lives...
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28 November 2023
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28 November 2023
Sad young man talking on the phone to his employer while asking about the sick leave
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is the basic minimum statutory payment an employee is entitled to for periods where they are unable to work because of illness. A person is eligible for SSP from the fourth day they are off sick. To be eligible for SSP a person must be classed as an employee and earn an average of at least £123 per week (the lower earnings limit). The Work and Pensions Select Committee is conducting...
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28 November 2023
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28 November 2023
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Innovate UK is offering travel support for companies to attend consortia building events in Europe. The travel awards are an excellent mechanism for supporting companies who want to expand their networks across Europe and make an impact in collaborative international research and development projects. These awards encourage UK participation, engagement and visibility at international events and aim to accelerate UK involvement in European research programmes (incl. Horizon Europe and EUREKA.) To be eligible for support...
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28 November 2023
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28 November 2023
10-year anniversary of the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) in Wales is celebrating 10 years of mandatory display of food hygiene ratings and led the way as the first country in the UK to make the display of food hygiene ratings a legal requirement. Since November 2013, businesses in Wales have been required by law to display their food hygiene rating sticker in a prominent place – such as the front door, entrance or window. The Food Hygiene Rating...
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27 November 2023
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27 November 2023
Woman In Gloves With Hot Drink Trying To Keep Warm By Radiator During Cost Of Living Energy Crisis
Thursday 30 November 2023 is National Energy Action’s Fuel Poverty Awareness Day (FPAD). It’s been two years since the energy crisis first began and from 1 October, 6.3 million UK households are in fuel poverty. If you’re struggling with energy bills and need further advice please select the following links: Struggling with your energy bills? | National Energy Action (NEA) National Energy Action | Cost of Living Support Package (nea.org.uk) Get help with your utility...
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27 November 2023
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27 November 2023

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