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The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) have updated their guidance for data storage, sharing and security for small organisations. Think carefully about when to use BCC (blind carbon copy) when sending emails to multiple addresses. Failure to use BCC correctly in emails is one of the top data breaches reported to the ICO every year – and these breaches can cause real harm, especially where sensitive personal information is involved. When you use the ‘BCC’ field...
First published
2 January 2024
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2 January 2024
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Having a mentally healthy workforce can bring so many benefits to your organisation. From ideas for improving the workplace culture, to support for line managers, Mental Health at Work has lots of resources, toolkits and case studies to help you create a mentally healthy workplace. For free resources for managers, HR Professionals and employees, please select the following link: Useful resources - Mind There’s also free supported self-help and a guide for small businesses...
First published
29 December 2023
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29 December 2023
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Thinking of renting a stall or unit on the Rhondda Cynon Taf Eisteddfod Maes? Register for more information. Stalls and stands go on sale on Friday 1 March 2024. This year's Eisteddfod Maes is different to a traditional site as it's located in a public park, with paths, buildings and playing fields. What's available this year? 3m x 6m stall: A regular unit on the Maes, up to two units available per organisation, stalls will...
First published
29 December 2023
Last updated
29 December 2023
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Self Assessment is a system HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) uses to collect Income Tax. Tax is usually deducted automatically from wages and pensions. People and businesses with other income (including COVID-19 grants and support payments) must report it in a tax return. The deadline for customers to file their tax return online and pay any tax owed for the 2022 to 2023 tax year is 31 January 2024. For further information please select the...
First published
29 December 2023
Last updated
29 December 2023
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Developed by 15 leading health and social care charities, ‘We Are Undefeatable’ is an ongoing campaign supporting people with a range of long-term health conditions that encourages them to find ways to be active. By participating in this campaign, employers have the opportunity to support employees dealing with health conditions, and to help foster a culture of inclusivity and inspiration within their organisation. 'We Are Undefeatable’ resources, including posters, social media assets and member stories...
First published
29 December 2023
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29 December 2023
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Welsh Water know that their work can sometimes cause disruption in the communities they are working and want to give their customers and local groups the opportunity to make a difference in the communities they live, by offering funding of up to £5,000 towards a community project of their choice. Examples of projects that could receive funding include: Improvements to the environment or local community initiatives promoting health, wellbeing and environmental objectives. Activities undertaken by...
First published
28 December 2023
Last updated
28 December 2023
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Did you know next year marks 30 years of the FAIRTRADE Mark in the UK? Throughout 2024, there will be lots of ways to celebrate this major milestone. And to shake things up a little, Fairtrade Fortnight is moving! In 2024, Fairtrade Fortnight will take place from 9 to 22 September 2024, the move to September will be a permanent change. The move will give us all more time to prepare and celebrate 30 years...
First published
28 December 2023
Last updated
28 December 2023
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General Export Facility (GEF) provides partial guarantees to banks to help UK exporters to gain access to trade finance facilities, with maximum repayment terms of up to 5 years for: cash facilities such as trade loans contingent obligation facilities such as bonding and letter of credit lines GEF is able to support facilities valued up to around £25 million. For facilities with values over £25 million, contact your local Export Finance Manager as one of...
First published
28 December 2023
Last updated
28 December 2023
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The Lloyds Bank Specialist Programme is for small, local, specialist charities supporting people facing complex issues. The programme will support charities to strengthen their capacity and capabilities and become more resilient through a range of tailored development support offers alongside a three-year unrestricted grant of £75,000 available to charities who support: Addiction Asylum Seekers and Refugees Care Leavers Victims of Domestic Abuse Homelessness Offenders Victims of Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Victims of Trafficking and Modern...
First published
22 December 2023
Last updated
22 December 2023
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Inclusive Smart Solutions is a £2.75 million Programme funded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero £65 million Flexibility Innovation Programme, which seeks to enable large-scale widespread electricity system flexibility through smart, flexible, secure, and accessible technologies and markets. A smart and flexible energy system is critical to our future for all consumers. There are risks and opportunities with this for how consumers can benefit and participate in the energy system. There is...
First published
22 December 2023
Last updated
22 December 2023

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