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The UK Government are seeking views on a proposal to introduce a new threshold for bringing cases to the Energy Ombudsman to include small business consumers. At present only businesses with a non-domestic energy contract that meet the definition of a relevant consumer (referred to by Ofgem as microbusinesses) can access the Energy Ombudsman to acquire dispute resolution assistance between them and their energy supplier. This consultation sets out proposals to: introduce a new small...
First published
15 January 2024
Last updated
15 January 2024
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Make sure you protect workers during low temperatures and wintry conditions. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have updated their guidance to make it easier to find and understand advice on how to protect workers in low temperatures. This includes guidance for working outdoors. It also explains how you can assess the risks to workers and put controls in place to protect them. With low temperatures and less daylight, winter can make surfaces perilous. As...
First published
12 January 2024
Last updated
12 January 2024
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Working together to build a brighter financial future with and for Welsh employees Looking for a way to support your employees and your business by prioritising financial well-being in the workforce? Looking to alleviate financial worries and improve well-being leading to happier employees and improved productivity? Why not explore becoming a Payroll Partner. Money worries are the biggest cause of stress amongst people in the UK so bringing in an ethical payroll lending scheme can...
First published
10 January 2024
Last updated
10 January 2024
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Chambers Wales has opened entries for its Wales Business Awards 2024, providing SME businesses across the country with the opportunity to compete for Wales’ most prestigious accolades. All Welsh businesses, charities and other organisations have to do is answer four questions about what you do and why you deserve to win as you enter in the way that works best for your business. You can enter by submitting a short video or completing the online...
First published
9 January 2024
Last updated
9 January 2024
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Details of the Rhondda Cynon Taf Eisteddfod catering opportunities. The following opportunities are available for the 2024 National Eisteddfod through tender: Pentref Bwyd (limited number of mobile catering units) Other retail offers around the Maes Alternative Platiad (open-air sit-down catering offer) Ice cream Caravan site catering and convenience store Maes B Crew canteen Closing date: 12pm 9 February 2024. For further information please select the following link: 2024 Eisteddfod catering concessions | Eisteddfod Using just...
First published
9 January 2024
Last updated
9 January 2024
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The Guild of Fine Food’s Great Taste Awards is the world’s largest and most trusted food and drink accreditation scheme. Putting your food or drink to the test with a panel of over 500 experts is a quick way to get honest, straightforward and impartial feedback from chefs, buyers, food writers and retailers. Whether your product receives a 1, 2 or 3 star accolade, Great Taste stars are highly respected seals of approval. Great Taste...
First published
8 January 2024
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8 January 2024
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Independent Venue Week (IVW), from 29 January to 4 February 2024, is the UK’s annual 7-day celebration of independent music and arts venues and the people that own, run and work in them. Over 200 independent venues take part in the annual Celebration and the number keeps growing every year. No matter where you are in the U.K., there is an independent venue nearby ready to welcome you: Wales Archives - Independent Venue Week UK...
First published
4 January 2024
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4 January 2024
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The Business Charity Awards provide the perfect platform to reflect on your efforts, share best practice and reward your achievements within the community. The Awards recognise the outstanding contribution made by UK businesses to good causes. The awards not only recognise the role that individuals, teams and entire companies play in supporting charitable activity both at home and abroad, but also help to educate the wider business community about the best ways to support good...
First published
4 January 2024
Last updated
4 January 2024
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Could you benefit from hands-on guidance and one-to-one mentoring on your digital journey with data science and artificial intelligence (AI) experts? The Discover Digital Transformation training programme is designed for businesses or organisations of any size in agriculture, creative industries, construction or transportation, and aims to help your business to explore digital, data-driven and AI technologies. This introductory-level series will help you get to grips with AI and associated digital technologies and identify potential applications...
First published
3 January 2024
Last updated
3 January 2024
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Have your say on future farm support, as final Sustainable Farming Scheme consultation published. The final consultation on the Sustainable Farming Scheme which will be the main support for farmers in Wales from 2025, aiming to make Welsh farmers world leaders in sustainable farming, is published today (Thursday, 14 December 2023). The Sustainable Farming Scheme aims to secure food production systems, keep farmers farming the land, safeguard the environment, and address the urgent call of...
First published
3 January 2024
Last updated
3 January 2024

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