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Late payment is a big challenge for SMEs, draining time, energy, and growth. The latest UK Government research demonstrates late payments cost the UK economy £11 billion each year and that founders spend 86 hours chasing payment. At this event, delivered with Office of the Small Business Commissioner, ACCA and Chambers Wales South East, South West and Mid, the focus will be on solutions for small businesses: platforming businesses using digital tools to reduce the...
First published
21 January 2026
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21 January 2026
Ynys Llanddwyn
Santes Dwynwen, also known as the Welsh patron saint of lovers, holds significant cultural and historical importance in Wales. Celebrated on 25 January, Santes Dwynwen's Day is the Welsh equivalent of Valentine's Day. The story of Santes Dwynwen dates back to the 5th century, portraying a tale of love, heartbreak, and eventual sanctity. As the legend goes, Dwynwen, a Welsh princess, sought solace in her faith after a failed love affair, and she became a...
First published
21 January 2026
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21 January 2026
£20 notes
The Final Budget 2026-2027 will provide £1.2 billion more for people, public services and businesses across Wales than in this financial year. Key allocations include: £112.8 million additional funding for local government, with all councils receiving increases of 4% or above. £180 million additional funding for the health and social care budget, bringing the total revenue budget to more than £12.6 billion. £116 million package of support for businesses over two years to help with...
First published
21 January 2026
Last updated
21 January 2026
Wind turbine - off-shore
The event, which takes place on 29 January 2026 at Coleg Llandrillo Rhyl, will feature discussions with offshore wind developers and marking the launch of the Offshore Energy Alliance (OEA) Prospectus, which sets out the scale of opportunity across the region’s offshore wind and tidal energy pipeline. Hear innovation pitches from participants in the OEA’s pilot accelerator programme, which ran over the autumn months. These sessions will showcase emerging capabilities and highlight where supply chain...
First published
20 January 2026
Last updated
20 January 2026
Small business owner smiling
Small Business Britain is excited to deliver the Small and Mighty Enterprise Programme to help grow small businesses with expert guidance and mentoring. The six-week programme to supercharge sole traders and micro businesses, concludes with a growth plan to support the next year of business opportunity. It will be delivered entirely online, allowing access from anywhere in the UK with flexible learning enabling opportunities for all. What does the course include: Live weekly sessions recorded...
First published
20 January 2026
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20 January 2026
Nidec Drives
The Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Energy and Planning, Rebecca Evans, has championed the strength and innovation of Welsh manufacturing and reiterated the Welsh Government’s unwavering support for the vital sector on a visit to one of the largest private sector businesses in the Mid Wales region. NIDEC Drives, formerly known as Control Techniques, has been a cornerstone of Mid Wales’ economy for over five decades. The business, which designs and manufactures advanced electric motor control...
First published
20 January 2026
Last updated
20 January 2026
Snowdon Timber team standing in front of truck
"The Accelerated Growth Programme’s support has been crucial in helping us overcome challenges and giving us the structure we needed to scale confidently." Snowdon Timber, which began as a small timber yard in Mochdre, North Wales, has transformed into one of the UK's leading digital timber suppliers. Entrepreneur Jody Goode founded the company in 2019, after spotting an opportunity to modernise how timber is sold across the UK. Today, the company serves the national DIY...
First published
19 January 2026
Last updated
3 February 2026
person doing their taxes online
Tax returns are changing – with a new way to record and report your income and expenses. This is called Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax. You’ll need to use MTD if all of the following apply: you’re a sole trader or a landlord registered for Self Assessment you get income from self-employment or property, or both your qualifying income is more than £20,000 — read more about what qualifying income is and what...
First published
19 January 2026
Last updated
19 January 2026
Green business - trees and symbol to represent a target
Join Business Green in celebrating the forefront of the UK's green economy at the UK Green Business Awards. Recognising innovation and sustainability, the event showcases outstanding companies, projects, and campaigns. There are 30 categories that honour achievements in renewables, energy efficiency, circular economy, marketing campaigns, small businesses, and innovations. Entries for the awards close on 27 February 2026. For further information please select the following link: UK Green Business Awards 2026 . Why not sign...
First published
19 January 2026
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19 January 2026
Hypertonic Games
A new gaming programme designed to accelerate the growth of games companies in Wales has launched, fully funded by Creative Wales and delivered by award-winning tech hub Tramshed Tech. The Gaming Academy Programme will provide intensive business support to 12 games companies over eight months, equipping developers with the skills, mentoring and connections needed to build commercially viable and investor-ready ventures. The programme is being offered to recipients of the latest round of Creative Wales'...
First published
16 January 2026
Last updated
16 January 2026

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