First Minister Mark Drakeford has thanked people throughout Wales for their hard work to help reduce record-high coronavirus case rates over the last 3 weeks. He has confirmed there will be no changes to coronavirus rules following the latest 21-day review. Wales will remain at alert level zero, which means all businesses are able to open and trade. And the Covid Pass will not be extended to hospitality settings in this 3-week cycle. The outcome...
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If you're a high growth business with ambitions to expand, the NatWest Accelerator programme could help. You may be looking to build your team, venture into new markets or seeking further investment. The programme could help you gain the knowledge and skills to excel in a range of business areas including: Accessing new markets Attracting talent and building an effective team Access to growth funding Leadership development Developing a scalable infrastructure The current Accelerator programmes...
New laws and a Code of Practice are being introduced to resolve the remaining commercial rent debts accrued because of the pandemic. The Code sets out that, in the first instance, tenants unable to pay in full should negotiate with their landlord in the expectation that the landlord waives some or all rent arrears where they are able to do so. From 25 March 2022, new laws introduced in the Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill will...
The Regional Economic Framework (REF) will be the foundation for a collaborative region. It will be the first step to create a regionally focussed model of economic development. The REF will be co-produced to reinforce a single shared vision for the region and supported by a suite of shared priorities and outcomes. The document is looking to consider issues such as: how we develop skills to ensure future opportunities for our region; ensuring fair and...
You could have the opportunity to draw directly on the world leading knowledge and expertise of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); one of the world’s top research and academic institutions, renowned for excellence in fields such as Technology, Engineering, Sciences and Leadership. Covid-19 has had a huge impact on us all, and the business community has felt this more than most. However, it has also undeniably placed us on a bullet train into the...
25 November 2021 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and White Ribbon Day (WRD), and the 16 days to end violence against women that follow. WRD are asking people in their communities, organisations and workplaces, to come together, and say ‘no’ to violence against women. #AllMenCan is the leading message this year and WRD want as many men as possible to think carefully and make the White Ribbon Promise to...
Claiming preferential rates of duty between the UK and EU – Find out how to claim preferential rates of duty on goods covered in the UK's deal with the EU and how to declare goods imported into the UK on your import declaration here: Claiming preferential rates of duty between the UK and EU - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Proving originating status and claiming a reduced rate of Customs Duty for trade between the UK and EU...
Innovate UK EDGE Pitchfest supports innovative and ambitious UK small to medium sized businesses to get investment ready and develop their investor pitch in order to help raise finance. What does Innovate UK EDGE Pitchfest offer? Two-days of comprehensive pitch training Access to leading pitch and investment experts Bespoke support from a dedicated innovation and growth specialist An opportunity to build a clear, compelling and credible investment proposition Supercharge your elevator pitch and build a...
With rates of Coronavirus transmission still high in Wales, Economy Minister Vaughan Gething has called on shoppers and retailers to play their part in keeping people safe by ensuring face coverings are worn while shopping indoors. This is a legal requirement in Wales for those not exempt and is crucial in helping to prevent the spread of the virus. Rates of coronavirus in Wales are currently the highest in the UK and unless rates begin...
The Cyber Resilience Centre for Wales (WCRC) supports and helps protect SMEs, supply chain businesses and third sector organisations against cyber crime and is part of the national roll out of Cyber Resilience Centres in the UK. Working with local Universities and Police forces in Wales provides WCRC with access to the latest local as well as national information on emerging cyber threats, criminal trends, best practice for cyber resilience and new technologies to provide...