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The Green Business Loan Scheme is delivered in partnership with the Development Bank of Wales to help Welsh business go green. The scheme provides: Access to fully funded and part funded consultancy support that helps businesses understand their own path to decarbonisation Discounted fixed interest rates for energy efficiency measures and low carbon heat installations Patient capital, with upfront capital repayment holidays and a loan term linked to project payback For further information please select...

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17 February 2025

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17 February 2025

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Wales' brightest entrepreneurial minds are being urged to seize an opportunity to fast-track their business ideas. The Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme is now accepting applications for its innovative 10-week immersive Start-Up Accelerator Programme, which will launch on Tuesday 13 May 2025 and conclude on Friday 18 July 2025. This entirely virtual programme offers tailored support to help participants turn their ideas into fully operational businesses. Through targeted coaching and masterclasses, participants will learn how...

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17 February 2025

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15 December 2025

If you have an idea or are already making a difference and are looking for support to develop your social venture. UnLtd combine funding and support to help you get started or grow. At least 50% of the Awards will support social entrepreneurs who come from a disabled and/or Black, Asian or minority ethnic background. As an Award Winner you will have access to the advice, guidance and expertise needed to build on the foundations...

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14 February 2025

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14 February 2025

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 29 categories that honour achievements in renewables, energy efficiency, circular economy, marketing campaigns, small businesses, and innovations. Entries for the awards close on 28 February 2025. For further information please select the following link: UK Green Business Awards 2025 Why not sign up...

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14 February 2025

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14 February 2025

CSconnected are deploying a £1 million investment programme with Cardiff Capital Region (CCR) to drive the expansion of the semiconductor supply chain in South Wales, to boost jobs creation and GVA growth in Wales and the UK. This call is relevant to UK-based buyers and suppliers to the Compound Semiconductor (CS) sector in South Wales, including: advanced manufacturing services advanced mechanical and electronic engineering products/services industrial gases/chemical suppliers raw material and equipment suppliers specialist compound...

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14 February 2025

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14 February 2025

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Have you checked if you’re eligible to claim the Employment Allowance? The Allowance is designed to support smaller employers with employment costs and, if eligible, can help you reduce your National Insurance contributions by up to £5,000 in the current 2024/25 tax year, increasing to £10,500 for 2025/26. It's not automatic, so you'll need to tell HMRC if you qualify. You can claim at any point during the tax year and backdate claims for the...

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13 February 2025

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13 February 2025

Regulations to restrict the promotion and placement of foods high in fat, salt and sugar will be laid in the Senedd today (11 February 2025), marking a crucial step in Wales’ fight against rising obesity levels. The Food (Promotion and Presentation) (Wales) Regulations 2025 aim to reshape how shops promote less healthy foods, targeting what experts identify as one of the key drivers in the obesity challenge. The regulations will: restrict promotions that can encourage...

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13 February 2025

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13 February 2025

Regional skills investments to help workers access thousands of jobs and 'skills passport' goes live. Workers across the UK will be supported with UK government-backed training programmes so they can benefit from thousands of new job opportunities in the clean energy sector. Pembrokeshire, Aberdeen, Cheshire and Lincolnshire have all been identified as key growth regions for clean energy, with flourishing offshore wind, nuclear, and solar industries. Local partners will receive funding to identify the skills...

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12 February 2025

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12 February 2025

Sustainable and active travel options are more important than ever, as more people shift toward eco-friendly practices. The impact of travel on the environment has become a key focus, with consumers increasingly demanding greener options. Grants of up to £5,000, from the Naturesave Trust, are available to charities, social enterprises and grassroots community organisations who have projects to provide sustainable and active travel initiatives The Trust is looking to support projects that actively promote sustainable...

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12 February 2025

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12 February 2025

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Win a small business grant today! Enterprise Nation is collaborating with Monzo to provide financial support to help you develop your next business idea, game-changing new product or service, or growth strategy. Three small businesses will receive cash grants: £10,000 for first place, £8,000 for second and £7,000 for third. To be eligible to apply, your business must: be based in the UK have a UK business bank account or be willing to open one...

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12 February 2025

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12 February 2025

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