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Ignite is a unique pitching event designed exclusively for the social entrepreneur and helps scale the impact of ambitious social enterprises emerging from UK universities with funding, expert mentoring and connections. To apply to Ignite, you need to be a student or recent graduate from a UK university, have an existing social enterprise you’re looking to grow and ambitions to build a sustainable impact business. You could win a share of £50,000 Impact Accelerator Fund...

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2 July 2024

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2 July 2024

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UK registered small and micro businesses can apply for a share of up to £400,000 for projects that grow their innovation activities and have a clear route to commercialisation and business growth, in the agri-tech and food technology cluster in Mid and North Wales. In addition to the grant support, Innovate UK, working with the Welsh Government, Ceredigion County Council and Gwynedd Council, will offer tailored business support delivered by local business innovation experts and...

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1 July 2024

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1 July 2024

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A new initiative spearheaded by Innovate UK Business Connect in collaboration with the Department for Transport. This opportunity within the Smart Shipping Sector aims to foster and develop technologies from across multiple sectors to examine their potential for application within maritime transport. While your primary focus might not be in maritime and ports, the initiative is looking to build a community of organisations, with relevant expertise, who can support the advancement of smart shipping technologies...

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1 July 2024

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1 July 2024

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The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) is aware of false claims that the deadline for appeals to the 2023 rating lists is 30 June. This is not true. You should be wary of anyone making this claim. You are generally able to challenge your property valuation on the 2023 list at any time until March 2026. You should be cautious of any agent who: tries to pressure you to make a decision or sign a contract...

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28 June 2024

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28 June 2024

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Wales has a huge amount to celebrate when it comes to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). The Wales STEM Awards throw the spotlight on Wales’ STEM stars – those leading the sector in Wales, those businesses creating an impact on the Welsh economy, those addressing the STEM diversity gap and skills shortage, those inspiring and raising aspirations of the next generation. The Wales STEM Awards 2024 will recognise those entrepreneurial and innovative ventures that...

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28 June 2024

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28 June 2024

UK registered organisations can apply for up to £150,000 for a project to develop and manage the agri-tech and food technology innovation cluster in Mid and North Wales. This competition is open to single applicants or collaborations. To lead a project your organisation must: be a UK registered business of any size, academic institution, a research and technology organisation (RTO), charity, not for profit or public sector organisation carry out its project work in the...

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28 June 2024

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28 June 2024

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Enterprise Nation has partnered with Google to "Get Britain growing". Google Digital Garage is one of Google's flagship programmes in the UK, providing free digital skills training and mentoring to small business owners. The events will be offering free training to people who already own a small business, are interested in starting a business, or are looking to develop their job prospects. Attend an event to receive expert coaching on various growth-related topics, from social...

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27 June 2024

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27 June 2024

Early Years Minister Jayne Bryant has welcomed guidance aimed at creating an anti-racist culture in childcare settings in Wales during a launch event in North Wales. The toolkit provides clear and practical advice for childcare providers on a range of anti-racist topics. It will be available for those working in childcare, early years and play sectors in Wales. It was developed by a consortium of five childcare and play partners – Cwlwm - and the...

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27 June 2024

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27 June 2024

Free courses are available during 2024 and 2026 to help you deal with potential harmful situations such as sexual harassment in public places. Have you ever heard a joke, comment or insult against women or girls and wished you'd said something to challenge it? Maybe you've seen something you weren't okay with but did not have the confidence or skills to intervene? When we see or hear unwanted comments that degrade women and girls, which...

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26 June 2024

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26 June 2024

Adult Learners’ Week , coordinated by the Learning and Work Institute in partnership with the Welsh Government, is set to take place during 9 to 15 September 2024. The annual campaign presents a special opportunity for people to embrace a second chance at education and work, whilst showcasing the powerful impact of lifelong learning in Wales. Each year the campaign inspires thousands of people to attend special events, sign up to courses and seek advice...

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26 June 2024

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26 June 2024

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