Running a business comes with its fair share of challenges, but you don't have to face them alone. The Shropshire Growth Hub is here to provide you with funded, impartial advice, guidance and support to help you start, manage, and grow your business with confidence.
How we can help:
Our expert advisers have a proven track record of supporting businesses across sectors. Whether you are starting a new business, improving productivity, reducing carbon impact, or seeking financial guidance, our tailored support can help you overcome obstacles and seize new opportunities.
Our services include:
- One to one advice sessions
- Business takeaway workshops
- Help accessing funding and finance
- Networking and outreach programme
- Specialist support package (2/3 hours - limited availability)
With a specialist team with extensive expertise, and an established network, our team is committed to helping you meet your business goals.
Get in touch with the team at the Shropshire Growth Hub to explore how we can support you on your business journey or why not recommend us to another business or individual who would benefit from our help
Get in touch: email: growthhub@shropshire.gov.uk or call 01743 250525
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The UKSPF Small Business Grant Scheme is still open and would like to encourage more businesses to apply before the scheme ends.
Grants of between £2,000 and £10,000 are available to purchase new equipment or make improvements to business premises.
The grant was made possible because of the £15m worth of funding awarded to Shropshire Council for a range of projects through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund in 2022. This funding round will end in March 2025.
Find out more here:
Shropshire Business Urged to Apply for Funding before Scheme Ends – Invest in Shropshire
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Shrewsbury has been named the winner of the Great Small Town 2024 in The Academy of Urbanism (AoU) Awards?
Each town is assessed on various aspects including commercial success and viability so the judges spoke to the Shropshire Growth Hub team earlier this year to find out how we support local businesses and to hear about some of our business success stories.
Introducing the 2024 Urbanism Awards winners | The Academy of Urbanism
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The advertising regulator, Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP), has published guidance to help marketers make sure their ads are clear and transparent about what’s on offer, in the run-up to the ‘Black Friday’ consumer event on 29 November.
For example, it sets out the rules about any savings claims, e.g., “70% off”, “Save £50”, etc., which CAP says must be genuine, accurate and must not exaggerate the saving that could be made.
With many seasonal jobs available at this time of year, employers must prioritise the health and safety of gig economy, agency and temporary workers.
Workers are as likely to experience an accident in the first 6 months at a workplace as they are over the rest of their working life. HSE's website has guidance on 6 ways to protect those who are new to the job.
We also have advice to help users and suppliers of agency and temporary workers understand their health and safety responsibilities.
If you are an agency or temporary worker, the law safeguards your health and safety and employment businesses (agencies) must ensure they follow health and safety requirements for every agency or temporary worker.
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Work alone? Help is at hand to keep you safe while you're working remotely.
Lone workers are at greater risk of harm at work as they may not have anyone to help or support them if things go wrong.
Fortunately, the Health and Safety Executive has produced a leaflet and video providing advice and tips for anyone working alone or employers that have staff working remotely.
Find out and more and download the leaflet: Work alone? There’s health and safety help at hand - Marches Growth Hub
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Shropshire Council Leader Lezley Picton has asked Shropshire businesses to express their views about a proposed M54/M6 link road.
Midlands Connect, an organisation responsible for researching, developing and progressing transport projects to benefit the Midlands region, is looking to engage with Shropshire companies.
The new government has outlined ambitions to unlock key economic growth corridors, and Midlands Connect wants to build a strong case for it to invest in the M54/M6 northbound link.
They would like to speak to organisations and companies that use this route to understand how it impacts their business operations, and how investment in the proposed link road would support their businesses to grow or operate more efficiently.
Views Sought from Shropshire Businesses on a Proposed M54/M6 Link Road – Invest in Shropshire
This workshop will give you practical insights into lean manufacturing techniques designed to optimise processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency.
What you’ll learn:
- Core lean principles and applying them to your business
- Techniques for delivering greater customer value
- The five lean stages: Value, Value Stream, Flow, Pull, and Perfection
- Achieving single-piece flow production
- Embracing continuous improvement for long-term success
📅 Date: Thursday, 5th December 2024 ⏰ Time: 09:30 – 12:30 📍 Location: Shrewsbury Town Football Club, SY2 6ST
Don’t miss this chance to transform your processes and elevate your business.
Reserve your spot here: Shropshire MGP - LEAN Manufacturing Principles Workshop Tickets, Thu 5 Dec 2024 at 09:30 | Eventbrite
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Applications for the 4th cohort of the 8-week Start-up Programme starting 8th January 2025, are now open.
Sustaining Shropshire offers FREE Start-up programmes (*) for Shropshire’s entrepreneurs and small and medium size businesses operating in the agri-tech, food, drink and supply chain sectors, fully funded by the UK Government through the Shropshire Council UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Get the support your need to accelerate your entrepreneurial journey with one-to-one support and interactive small group sessions delivered by industry experts from across the agricultural sectors.
Learn from industry experts to:
- Craft a robust business plan
- Define your vision and mission
- Understand your customers and competitors
- Market analysis and positioning
And more!
Find out more and apply, here: https://ukagritechcentre.com/the-innovation-barn/
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