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As part of changes to import controls under the Border Target Operating Model , the ‘common user charge’ will be introduced on 30 April 2024 for commercial movements of animal products, plants and plant products through the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel. You will need to pay the common user charge if you are a UK business importing a consignment of goods that: imports entering Great Britain transits entering and leaving Great Britain The charge...
First published
23 April 2024
Last updated
23 April 2024
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The British Business Bank have launched a new guide ‘Making business finance work for you’ aimed at smaller businesses to help them understand how different financial products can support them at all stages of their development. It highlights the seven most common challenges businesses might face and the types of finance that could help to meet them: Starting a business Research and development Importing and exporting goods and services Protecting cash flow and working capital...
First published
23 April 2024
Last updated
23 April 2024
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The Welsh Government welcomes views on proposals to abolish land transaction tax (LTT) multiple-dwellings relief and to extend an existing LTT relief to Welsh local authorities when purchasing property for social housing purposes. The Welsh Government is also interested in views on the option of amending the rules related to the purchase of 6 or more dwellings in a single transaction, and options to review or amend other LTT reliefs. Submit your comments by 19...
First published
22 April 2024
Last updated
22 April 2024
Financial Technology
Fintech Awards Wales is designed to recognise, attract and invest in the talented Fintech Companies and professionals working in Wales. The awards will recognise the achievements of the thriving Fintech sector across the country, bringing Wales’ leading innovators and digital experts together in an evening of celebration. This year’s categories are: Fintech Start-up Fintech Company Fintech Scale-up Fintech Leader New Product Fintech for Good Best Growth Story Best Academic Programme of the Year Supporting Fintech...
First published
22 April 2024
Last updated
22 April 2024
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The Racial Equity Programme is aimed at registered charities and CICs which are led by and working with people who are experiencing economic inequity because of their race or ethnicity. This programme combines unrestricted funding of £75,000 over three years and will award grants to 42 small organisations in Wales and England with an annual income between £25,000 and £500,000. There will be a live webinar on 24 April 2024 to talk through the eligibility...
First published
19 April 2024
Last updated
19 April 2024
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New initiatives such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), and the UK’s Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT), make climate action and reporting a growing focus for businesses across Europe. To realise their climate goals, organisations must create a robust plan to transition to Net Zero and shift their business models at high speed and scale. The Carbon Trust’s ‘Accelerate to Net Zero’ event series delves into the different elements of planning this transition. From target...
First published
19 April 2024
Last updated
19 April 2024
Funding
Check if your business is eligible to benefit from grants to help reduce running costs. Micro, small and medium-sized businesses in the retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors can now check if they are eligible for Welsh Government funding to help them reduce their running costs. Grants of between £5,000 and £10,000 will be available through the Welsh Government’s Future Proofing Fund to help businesses to invest in renewable energy technology, carry out improvements to the...
First published
18 April 2024
Last updated
31 May 2024
ESG
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is a set of standards measuring a business's environmental, social, and governance impact, evaluating transparency in leadership, executive pay, audits, controls, and shareholder rights. It is believed that implementing ESG practices demonstrates a commitment to sustainable and responsible business conduct. As two-thirds of investors take ESG factors into account, integrating these principles not only helps manage risks but also positions the company for potential long-term growth. Understanding and incorporating ESG...
First published
18 April 2024
Last updated
18 April 2024
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MoneyHelper is a free service provided by the Money and Pensions Service to ensure that people throughout the UK have guidance and access to the information they need to make effective financial decisions over their lifetime. Find out about: Help with the cost of living Benefits Family and Care Money Troubles Savings Everyday Money Homes Pensions and Retirement Work Online, over the phone or face-to-face, MoneyHelper can give you clear money and pensions guidance and...
First published
18 April 2024
Last updated
18 April 2024
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The World Intellectual Property (IP) Day is celebrated every year on 26 April. This year’s theme is ‘IP and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Building our common future with innovation and creativity’ and is an opportunity to explore how IP encourages and can amplify the impact of the innovative and creative solutions we need to build our common future. To build our common future and achieve the United Nation’s SDGs , we need to re-think...
First published
17 April 2024
Last updated
17 April 2024

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