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£85 million secured in the South East for projects that will energise the economy and prompt recovery
Businesses diversifying as digital emerges as frontrunner for post-COVID economic recovery
South East England agritech, food and drink sectors secure £18 million boost
£85 million secured in the South East for projects that will energise the economy and prompt recovery
Businesses diversifying as digital emerges as frontrunner for post-COVID economic recovery
South East England agritech, food and drink sectors secure £18 million boost
What’s New at the ICKG?
A Business Community for Innovators It’s more important than ever that office space is flexible and offers great value. To meet that need, ICKG have refined their offering and doubled down on business support for their tenants. Whether you’re looking to hot-desk or take an office for your business, ICKG will work with you to […] Read more
Chancellor outlines Winter Economy Plan
The Chancellor Rishi Sunak has outlined additional government support to provide certainty to businesses and workers impacted by coronavirus across the UK. Job support scheme A new Job Support Scheme will be introduced from 1 November to protect viable jobs in businesses who are facing lower demand over the winter months due to coronavirus. Under the scheme, […] Read more
Restrictions on businesses and venues in England
From 24 September, businesses selling food or drink (including cafes, bars, pubs and restaurants), social clubs, casinos, bowling alleys, amusement arcades (and other indoor leisure centres or facilities), funfairs, theme parks, and adventure parks and activities, and bingo halls, must be closed between 10pm and 5am. This will include take-aways, but delivery and drive-thru services […] Read more
Queen’s Award for Enterprise: East Sussex Business urged to apply
As businesses reopen and emerge from the Covid-19 lockdown, East Sussex businesses are being urged not miss out on recognition and to apply for the Queen’s Enterprise Award. The deadline for applications is 9th September 2020, to apply… Read more
Express an interest in the new £20 million recovery grants scheme
Government announced £20 million in new grants to boost the recovery of small businesses across England. Through this scheme, small and medium sized businesses will have access to grants of between £1,000 – £5,000 to help them access new technology and equipment as well as professional, legal, financial or other advice to help them get […] Read more
As VAT defferals end, BES encourages businesses to engage with HMRC
A key support for businesses during the “Covid-19 lockdown” was, the deferment of VAT obligations falling due between the 20th March and 30th June 2020. This was boosted, with the decision that deferrals did not have to be paid back (in full) until 31st March 2021. Read more
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