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Bassetlaw District Council
Business e-Newsletter
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 Last week we marked the Fusion Energy Café, at The Bridge Skills Hub in Worksop, turning 1, celebrating its role as a hub for learning and engagement around fusion energy, and it work it delivers and supports through its community work.
Local stakeholders, community members and the STEP Board were all in attendance for an open exhibition, presentations and informal discussions about the plans for West Burton and how fusion energy could transform the UK’s energy future.
The Fusion Energy Café was developed to directly engage with local people in the field of fusion, and in particular the prototype fusion powerplant and STEP Fusion programme at West Burton.
The café also serves as a base for community organisations and businesses in the local area to come together, and a space to deliver outreach events throughout the year.
If you wish to enquire about booking out the café for your community organisation or business, please get in touch today at fusionenergycafe@bassetlaw.gov.uk
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 December 2025 & January 2026
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AI – 3rd December 2025 at Retford Enterprise 10am – 4pm
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Business Planning – 6th January 2026 at Middletons Yard 10am – 4pm
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Social Media – 13th January 2026 at Retford Enterprise Yard 10am – 4pm
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AI – 19th January 2026 at Retford Enterprise 10am – 4pm
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Procurement – 22nd January 2026 at The Bridge Skills Hub 10am – 2pm
Get in Touch Today to book your place: fiona.humpage@bassetlaw.gov.uk or call 01909 533 533
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Supporting businesses to fit out premises on the high streets and within the town centres across the district.
Opening a shop, café, or studio? Grants up to £20,000 available!
Apply now to fit out your high street premises in Worksop, Retford, Tuxford, or Harworth & Bircotes.
Deadline extended – Don’t miss out!
Get in Touch Today: economic.development@bassetlaw.gov.uk or call 01909 533 533
More information on the high street fit-out grant is available on our website - High Street Fit Out Grant | Bassetlaw District Council
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Events Calendar - Inspire Workshops for Business
03
Feb
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Canva Templates for Business
10:00 - 13:00
The Bridge Skills Hub, Worksop
Canva basics Templates for business use (business cards, presentations, flyers, etc). Book Canva for Business today!
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10
Feb
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AI for Business including Generative AI
What is AI?: Basic concepts and definitions
AI in Everyday Life: Examples of AI applications
AI in Business: How businesses use AI to improve operations
Book AI for Business today!
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24
Feb
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Cyber Security and GDPR (Data Protection)
What is Cyber Security?
- Basic concepts and importance.
- Common Threats: Malware, phishing, ransomware, etc.
- Protective Measures: Basic steps to secure personal and business data
- What is GDPR?: Overview of the General Data Protection Regulation
- Key Principles: Data protection principles, rights of individuals
- Compliance Requirements: What businesses need to do to comply
- Implementing Cyber Security Measures: Practical tips for securing systems
Book Cyber Security today!
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North Notts BC Autumn Budget Special
Date: Wednesday, 3 December 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Venue: Manor Farm, Oldcotes, S81 8JA
Join North Notts Business Connections for an exclusive session where Wright Vigar Chartered Accountants will guide North Nottinghamshire businesses through the key tax updates and implications following the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget announcements.
Book your spot!
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NBV Workshops for Business
NBV events coming up from now until March 2026 can be found on the NBV website: Training & Events - NBV. These one-day courses cover business start-up essentials and business planning essentials and are delivered online. They are available to individuals based in Nottinghamshire.
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EMCCA are currently assessing the demand for specialist Skills Bootcamp programmes across the EMCCA region in preparation for the 2026/2027 delivery period.
They are asking businesses, if they could take a few moments to complete the questionnaire below.
Please note that any future training provision will be subject to demonstrated demand, the availability of suitable learning organisations, and the allocation of appropriate funding
EMCCA Inclusive Growth Framework Survey – Fill in form
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The Q4 2025 East Midlands Chamber Economic Survey is now live, and we would be grateful if you can spare a few minutes to complete it.
Your response to the Q4 2025 Quarterly Economic Survey helps track how businesses are adapting to current conditions and ensures that local and national policymakers act on up-to-date evidence.
Your insight defines the region's economic narrative.
Participants will also receive a personalised benchmarking report, comparing their performance and outlook to wider regional trends.
Thank you for your time and valuable input.
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