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Builders, plumbers, and other tradespeople across England will need a government-backed seal of approval to provide their services as part of the new £2 billion Green Homes Grant going live at the end of September.
The new scheme will see the government fund up to two-thirds of the cost of home improvements of over 600,000 homes, supporting over 100,000 jobs in green construction.
Tradespeople must register for TrustMark or Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) accreditation to take part in the scheme, which will cover green home improvements ranging from insulation of walls, floors and roofs, to the installation of low-carbon heating, like heat pumps or solar thermal – measures that could help families save up to £600 a year on their energy bills.
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The scale of the global decarbonisation challenge is immense but fundamental to our futures. It requires all sectors to adopt carbon abatement and sequestration technologies, improve energy efficiency, and adopt climate mitigation and resilience measures, in addition to wider behavioural change to control demand.
The solutions required to meet this challenge are new and innovative, multidisciplinary and interdependent. We work with policymakers, industry and the research base to understand and establish future needs, and run innovation programmes to deliver against these needs.
The document below provides details of this approach, highlights the impact this can have on individual companies, and outlines some of the government's plans.
View the document here
iMayflower is an ambitious programme bringing together Plymouth’s creative talent and excellent digital resources, with the city’s existing strengths in sectors such as healthcare, marine, manufacturing and cultural tourism. Central to this is iLEAD, a new development programme for leaders in Plymouth.
iLEAD is looking for a small group of passionate and committed people who are ready, willing and able to catalyse Plymouth’s leadership, extend its influence and make change happen. The cohort will work together, learn from each other, challenge perceived norms, think differently, consider the possible and create a new model for inclusive leadership that will help shape a vibrant future.
Places on iLEAD are limited to a maximum of 16 and we are expecting high levels of interest in this unique opportunity. The programme is a free programme but for iLEAD to be successful, we do need every member of the cohort to be ready to commit dedicated time and energy to it.
If your ambition matches ours and you want to be part of iLEAD and help shape a better future for Plymouth, then download the pack and find out what you need to do to secure your place.
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You can use the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme to offer a discount to diners and encourage them to eat at your restaurant.
You can use the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme:
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all day, every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 3 to 31 August 2020
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to offer a 50% discount on food or non-alcoholic drinks to eat or drink in (up to a maximum of £10 discount per diner)
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to claim the money back from the government
There is no limit to the number of times customers can use the offer during the period of the scheme. Your customers cannot get a discount for someone who is not eating or drinking.
Alcohol and service charges are excluded from the offer.
Registration will close on 31 August 2020.
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New Funding for Employers to Hire Apprentices
Apprenticeships are jobs with training that benefit people of all ages and backgrounds. Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, employers may be facing recruitment challenges. In response, the Government has introduced new payments for businesses taking on apprentices.
Through the scheme, employers in England are being encouraged to take advantage of cash incentives designed to create more high quality apprenticeship opportunities so more people, particularly young people, can kick-start a rewarding career.
From 1 September 2020, employers can apply through their apprenticeship service account.
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£50m to Boost UK Customs Intermediaries
The Government recognises the challenges facing customs intermediaries in supporting existing and new clients following the UK's departure from the EU. In response, the Customs Grants Scheme has been created to help businesses build capacity and improve efficiency in completing customs declarations.
Customs intermediaries from across the UK can now apply for a share of £50 million of new funding to increase their capacity to make declarations ahead of 2021.
The scheme closes for applications on 30 June 2021 or earlier if funding is fully allocated.
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BT Supports SMEs to Grow Following COVID-19
The BT Small Business Support Scheme is designed to help SMEs across the UK that have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. It is intended to enable firms to build their recovery and growth following COVID-19 and features a series of measures aimed at boosting connectivity, cash flow and confidence.
Find out more here
For further information on the latest virtual events, or to upload and promote yours, visit Invest Plymouth's event page.
You can also submit your own virtual events.
Green Forward Networking
Green Forward Networking | Thursday 13 August 2020, 8.30am to 10am
Free networking event for businesses who want to become more socially and environmentally friendly.
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Meet the Expert FREE Business Support Interactive Workshops - How to improve your business processes
Oceansgate 'Meet the Expert' | Thursday 20 & 27 August, 10am to 11.30am
You are invited to join two FREE interactive workshops all about how you can improve your business processes.
The workshops will be delivered by Craig Willis, Founder and CEO of Skore , who will offer practical advice and tools to help you streamline your business. As we're facing the impact of COVID 19, there couldn't be a better time to understand more about process mapping and how it's a vital tool that can help your business bounce back and thrive.
The interactive workshop will be delivered over two sessions.
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Outset Enterprise Coaching
Multiple events
Outset Enterprise Coaching delivers a full support programme combining modular business workshops, rich online learning resources and 1:1 support. It’s open to all Plymouth residents, and fully funded by Plymouth City Council and the European Regional Development Fund.
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