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Commercial Property Advice for Newham Traders Last month we hosted the Commercial Property Advice providing industry advice to Newham traders to improve their businesses. The well attended event allowed the traders to engage openly with industry experts to discuss topics ranging from commercial agreements, evictions, commercial finance options, heads of terms to commercial tenancy rights. |
We wanted to thank our colleagues at London Business Partnership, Barclays, Dobbin & Sullivan, Gerald Eve, CBG Law and Adobe Mortgages for all their support once again. If you missed the in-person session and would consider attending an online event, please email us so we can gauge interest to arrange a further session. |
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Stratford Market Village to reopen soon Earlier this month, our proposal to take on a 15-year lease of Stratford Market Village was agreed. We are now working with the traders to sort out all the legal and operational matters so that the market can reopen very soon. We will be announcing the reopening of the market as soon as possible, so do keep an eye out. When the market does reopen we ask our business community to make sure you visit to support the traders and welcome them back. |
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Support if your premises are affected by local disruption If your premises are affected by severe local disruption (like flooding, building or roadworks), you may be eligible for a temporary reduction in your business rates. You will need to contact the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) to apply for this, as this is not dealt with through the Local Authority. You must continue to pay your business rates as demanded until a decision has been made by the VOA. Remember appeals against rateable values can be made free of charge and therefore, we recommend that you avoid using third party Rating Agents.
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Business Support Road Show Our next Road Show event will be on Thursday 25 April at East Ham Library E6. Come and meet the Business & Enterprise team to see how we can support you and your business. Experts from our e-Business Programme will be also available and can help you create the best digital customer experiences and improve your day-to-day efficiencies.
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Autism Support for Local Businesses As part of World Autism Month, the Department for Work and Pensions and Our Newham Work will be hosting a webinar on Wednesday 24 April, aimed at helping local businesses create a more inclusive workplace for individuals with autism. Sign up to discover practical tips for business success, including access to Disability Employment Advisors, training, specialist referrals agencies, Permitted Work, Access to Work and access to psychologists. For more information: |
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Support for Small Business Earlier this month new Government support for small businesses came into effect. From Monday 1 April, the VAT registration threshold has been raised from £85,000 to £90,000. The small business multiplier for business rates will also be frozen, protecting ratepayers from a 6.6% increase in their bills, which also includes the 12-month extension of the 75% relief for Retail, Hospitality, and Leisure (RHL) businesses. If you're entitled to receive this relief, please email our Business Rates Team. |
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Barclays Black Founder Accelerator The Barclays Black Founder Accelerator is a 12-week programme aimed at supporting Black founder-led businesses through masterclasses and mentoring. It covers topics like financial metrics, cash flow management, product development, marketing strategies, recruitment, pitching, and fundraising. Industry leaders lead weekly sessions, and mentors work closely with start-ups to help them grow and scale.
Applications close on Wednesday 15 May.
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Take your business to the next level Take your business to the next level with London South Bank University's Help to Grow programme, it has already helped over 450 businesses complete the 12-week programme with businesses paying only £750 and the remaining 90% funded by the government.
The Help to Grow: Management Course can boost your revenue, reduces costs, and enhance employee engagement, with 91% of surveyed business leaders’ reporting increased confidence within six months.
Join a Taster Session on Monday 29 April, to preview the 12-week course designed to equip you with the essential management and leadership skills.
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Pitch Night for Black-owned businesses Pitch Night is a platform for Black-owned businesses to pitch their ventures to industry experts and win prizes like £3k for Growth Stage Business, £1.5k for Early Stage Business, or £500 for Peoples Choice Winner.
Applications close at 23:59 Thursday 2 May.
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Grow your ethnic minority business Minority Business Matters supports ethnic minority SMEs (at least 51% owned, managed and controlled by people from ethnic minority backgrounds), to become supplier ready, embed social value, and connect with leading brands, catering to time-poor business leaders.
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SME XPO 2024 23-24 April – 09:30-16:00 ExCeL London |
| SME XPO 2024 is taking place between 23-24 April at ExCeL London, offering a unique experience for entrepreneurs and business owners, featuring over 60 speakers, dynamic exhibitors, workshops, and networking opportunities for knowledge and growth. Secure your free place here. |
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| Carbon Cutting 101 Thursday 25 April – 11:00-12:00 Zoom |
| Join Small Business Britain and BT Skills for Tomorrow for a webinar, Carbon Cutting 101, featuring Adam Bastock, founder of Small99, discussing the easy ways SMEs can reduce their carbon footprint and costs and better understand Net Zero concepts. Secure your free place here. |
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