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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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Some businesses have been contacted with requests to make payments to organisations purporting to be Business Wales. Business Wales do not request payments for any reason. Anyone who is contacted from a person or organisation purporting to be Business Wales and requesting payment should: not respond and report to the National Fraud Reporting Line Action Fraud by phone or online; keep as much of the detail as possible to include in the report particularly any...
First published
14 January 2024
Last updated
22 June 2026
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The Welsh Government has announced further support for its scheme to help unemployed people facing hidden barriers to start their own business. The extension to the Barriers to Start-up Grant will provide assistance to 250 more unemployed individuals. To date, 1,637 unemployed people have received supported since the launch of programme in 2020. Recent findings show that 78% of those supported to start their own business are still trading and on average have been running...
First published
12 January 2024
Last updated
12 January 2024
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Plans to introduce a statutory registration and licensing scheme for all visitor accommodation in Wales have been announced by the Deputy Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism, Dawn Bowden today (9 January 2024) with legislation expected to be introduced to the Senedd before the end of the year. The registration and licensing scheme is intended to deliver a register of visitor accommodation types and to enable providers to demonstrate compliance with safety and quality requirements...
First published
11 January 2024
Last updated
11 January 2024
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Innovate UK have a wide range of funding opportunities open to Welsh business to innovate and invest in RD&I. The Welsh Government Innovation team can help you to access this funding and further support your business: CRISP23 - On-Line Innovation Funding Support Meeting. Creative Catalyst 2024 UK registered micro or small businesses in the creative industries sector can apply for funding of up to £50,000 with a package of tailored support to grow their business...
First published
11 January 2024
Last updated
11 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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The Federation of Small Business (FSB) is celebrating the achievements and contributions of small businesses and the self-employed across the UK. As the largest event of its kind in the small business calendar, the high-profile FSB Celebrating Small Business Awards are free to enter and open to all. With winners from each category securing a spot at the prestigious UK final and a chance to be crowned the UK Small Business of the Year, it’s...
First published
10 January 2024
Last updated
10 January 2024
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If you’re self-employed, your business will have various running costs. You can deduct some of these costs to work out your taxable profit as long as they’re allowable expenses. Allowable expenses do not include money taken from your business to pay for private purchases. If you run your own limited company , you need to follow different rules. You can deduct any business costs from your profits before tax. You must report any item you...
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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