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£15 million is now available through The Crown Estate’s Supply Chain Accelerator to support offshore wind supply chain businesses and projects across the UK. Following two successful rounds, awarding nearly £18 million to 26 organisations, including projects in Port Talbot and Orkney, a third funding round is now open. Funding available: £250,000 to £2 million Up to 50% match funding Supports early-stage development projects Open to businesses UK-wide Applications close: Wednesday 3 July 2026. Find...

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10 June 2026

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10 June 2026

From 15 June 2026, local Pride organisers across Wales can apply for funding to cover event costs of local Pride events across Wales held in 2026/27. The fund is delivered by the Welsh Government in partnership with Pride Cymru. Pride events supported by the fund have grown significantly in recent years - from 6 events supported in 2022/23 to 21 last year. The fund has £69,250 available this year, up from £17,700 in 2022/23. Several...

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10 June 2026

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10 June 2026

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CBI Wales and the University of South Wales have launched a free online resource aimed at supporting more women into successful careers. The toolkit highlights six priority areas where action can drive change and support women in the workplace: Building inclusive workplace cultures Embedding flexible working at every level Expanding mentoring and networks Tackling bias and discrimination Supporting caregivers and working families Building confidence and aspiration For further information and to download the free toolkit...

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9 June 2026

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9 June 2026

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Based in St Asaph, North Wales, PlantSea is tackling the global issue of plastic pollution head-on through biodegradable, seaweed-based packaging, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics. With support from the Welsh Government’s Innovation team, the company is accelerating its research, strengthening partnerships and preparing to scale production, helping to position Wales at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing. Founded in 2020, the company has grown from early experiments using seaweed collected on the Welsh coastline...

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9 June 2026

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9 June 2026

The conflict in the Middle East has put significant upward pressure on prices for consumers. In response to this, the UK Government is exploring whether the temporary suspension of import tariffs could lead to benefits for households and families. View the first cost of living tariff suspensions package , announced in April 2026. The UK Government are continuing to consider every avenue they can take to support British households during this ongoing crisis, including a...

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9 June 2026

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9 June 2026

Elliot Riley-Walsh, an avid collector since age five, found managing his diverse collections challenging. While specialist cataloguing platforms existed for watches and artwork, there was no platform to help collectors catalogue niche collectables, everything from vintage toy cars to film memorabilia, in one place. That's how Elliot came up with the idea for Valart: an AI-powered platform where collectors simply upload a photo and instantly receive identification, cataloguing, and accurate valuations for any collectable. Today...

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8 June 2026

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11 June 2026

If you use, play or perform music in your business or organisation, the chances are you need a music licence. Previously, businesses and organisations had to obtain separate music licences from PPL (Phonographic Performance Limited) and PRS (Performing Rights Society) for Music. However, PPL and PRS have now come together to form PPL PRS Ltd and launched TheMusicLicence. Under The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, permission is needed from the relevant copyright holders, those...

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8 June 2026

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8 June 2026

Taking place from 8 to 14 June, Bike Week 2026 promises to be even bigger and better than 2025. Organisations have a huge role to play in decarbonising the economy and ensuring net zero targets are met. And, while transport remains the largest single source of emissions in the UK, an important part of this comes down to looking at how we get around. Whether its commuting or any other business journey, active travel can...

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8 June 2026

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8 June 2026

Find out what’s happening at this year’s gofod3 and book your place on the biggest voluntary sector event of its kind in Wales. Registration is now open for a vibrant day of speakers, masterclasses, panel discussions and interactive workshops, taking place on 17 June 2026 at Cardiff City Stadium. Whether you’re looking to learn something new, share ideas, or make meaningful connections, there’s something here for you. As always, gofod3 is free to attend. For...

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5 June 2026

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5 June 2026

World Environment Day, which takes place on 5 June 2026, is the largest global platform for environmental engagement and action. Established by the UN General Assembly in 1972, the Day inspires and is celebrated by millions of people across the world, who participate in online and in-person activities and events around the world aimed at accelerating environmental progress for people and planet. #WorldEnvironmentDay 2026 focuses on climate change. For further information please select the following...

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5 June 2026

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5 June 2026

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