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Bassetlaw District Council
Business e-Newsletter
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Bassetlaw Accelerator
 Support on offer includes:
- no-nonsense business advice in areas that matter to you
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energy audits to help you identify energy efficiency improvements and opportunities to reduce costs within your premises. Audits typically involve a one- to three-day site to review energy usage assets, and gas/electric consumption pattern (as well as fuel consumption for businesses with a large fleet of vehicles)
- help in producing your decarbonisation plan
- the opportunity to sign up for a year's free licence to the Zellar sustainability platform
Find out more and complete your Expression of Interest for Bassetlaw Accelerator
Fully-funded workshops
In Bassetlaw - at The Bridge Skills Hub
In the neighbouring area
The full list of Accelerator in-person workshops and online webinars can be accessed here.)
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and is delivered by East Midlands Chamber.
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STEP Programme – Business lunch event
 If you are a local business and would like to find out more about the need for fusion, want updates and the opportunity to ask any questions relating to the STEP Programme at West Burton then we would welcome you to attend our forthcoming business lunch to be held in the world’s first Fusion Energy Café in Worksop.
STEP Site Stakeholder Manager, Katy Jarvis Morgan will deliver a short presentation and be on hand for a question-and-answer session, with time for networking over a buffet lunch with Bassetlaw District Council and UKAEA colleagues also. If you are interested in being involved in the supply chain for the STEP Programme, this would be an ideal moment to also register your interest in being involved.
A light lunch and refreshments will be provided during the event.
Book your ticket now STEP programme - Business lunch event Tickets, Wed 5 Feb 2025 at 12:00 | Eventbrite
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UK company size thresholds to increase
From April 2025, the company size thresholds for micro, small and medium-sized businesses will increase. The Government estimates that the increase will result in around 113,000 companies and LLPs moving from the small to micro-entity category and therefore benefiting from a reduction in reporting and audit requirements.
Find out more
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What does Robin Hood mean to you?
Tell us how you see our Nottinghamshire legend, his image and how he is used to promote city and county attractions such as Sherwood Forest and Nottingham Castle.
It’s Nottinghamshire County Council’s first-ever survey dedicated to the world-famous Robin Hood legend and they want residents, visitors and local businesses to share their thoughts.
Robin Hood survey - Nottinghamshire County Council - Citizen Space
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Tender for Town Centre Public Realm
The Council wishes to invite tenders for the supply of works in respect of the execution of a range of one-off public realm works across Retford and Worksop town centres. Most of the requested works focus on the replacement and installation of various items of street furniture (Retford and Worksop), alongside repainting of numerous items of other furniture (specific to Retford).
For more information visit Tender for town centre public realm works
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Business Planning Workshop
📍Middletons Yard, Worksop
📅 Tuesday 21st January 2025
🕙 10am - 4pm
This free workshop will break down in simple steps what you need to do, when you're looking into a new business idea or well on your way to starting up your business.
From market research to looking at your cash flow. It will also look into funding opportunities for your business.
Please email Fiona Humpage, Business Advice & Support Officer, at fiona.humpage@bassetlaw.gov.uk for more details or to reserve a spot.
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Social Media Workshop
📍Retford Enterprise, Retford
📅 Thursday 23rd January 2025
🕙 10am - 4pm
Looking for a cost effective way to market your company? If used properly, social media can be a method!
We are providing start-ups and more established businesses with the chance to participate in a FREE session that will assist their business in creating a plan to make the most of social media and target the right audience.
Please email Fiona Humpage, Business Advice & Support Officer, at fiona.humpage@bassetlaw.gov.uk for more details or to reserve a spot.
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Worksop Skills Academy - Showcase
 The Worksop Skills Academy Showcase will be an engaging afternoon designed to highlight the opportunities and impact of the academy. Explore their state-of-the-art facilities, interact with their passionate tutors and staff, and hear inspiring success stories from past learners.
This event offers an inside look at the training and support provided, with interactive areas, delicious refreshments, and promotional takeaways. It’s a chance to connect, learn, and help shape the future of Skills Academies.
Book your ticket now Worksop Skills Academy Showcase Event Tickets, Wed, Jan 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite
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