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November 2017

Last chance for budget comments

We want to hear from businesses to help us decide the council's spending priorities. It's an important part of our budget consultation, which runs until 9 November. Come to our business breakfast meeting on Monday 6 November, 8am at the Guildhall, and please complete our online survey.

Fill in the survey

Protect your business from fraud

It's estimated that a company is hit with ransomware every 40 seconds. You can make sure your business is protected from this kind of attack and other forms of online crime by keeping up to date with the latest advice from Action Fraud, the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and cyber crime.

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Mentors needed

EBP South is a charity that works with young people, connecting them with businesses and raising their aspirations. They need people who can mentor 14 to 16 year-olds in their local school. It is a great way to develop skills, motivate your staff and give back to the community.

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Crowdfunding

With the equity crowdfunding platform Crowdcube, you can get fast-track access to one-to-one sessions with a senior equity coach, to talk through how you can grow your company and boost your brand. If you have any questions, please get in touch with our Crowdcube contact.

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Back the services

The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation ensuring that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly. In the run-up to Remembrance Sunday we want to encourage more local businesses to pledge their commitment.

Pledge support

Networking

Our First Friday networking events are informal and for businesses of all sizes. Find out more and see other networking ideas here.

Meeting space

Hire a meeting or training room at one of our enterprise centres: £10 per hour or £60 per day. Please call 023 9282 6225 for more details.

More information

Find out how we can help your business or check out more sources of funding and support. Also see local investment opportunities