Trade and Cooperation agreement - Explainer DocumentClose

The United Kingdom and the European Union have agreed a Trade and Cooperation Agreement governing future trade relations from 1 January 2021, that will see no tariffs or quotas on the movement of goods produced between the UK and the EU.

Brexit Trade and Cooperation Agreement Close

Agreements reached between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the European Union

COVID-19 New National Restrictions from 5 January 2021Close

Information on the new national restrictions, including what they mean for working from home and business closures, why they are being introduced and the financial support available.

Innovate EdgeClose

Innovate UK EDGE is a key part of the UK innovation agency’s investment in the innovative businesses that drive economic growth.

Internationalisation FundClose

From Monday 14 December 2020 SMEs have been able to apply for co-investment funding from DIT’s new Internationalisation Fund using European Regional Development Funding (ERDF). Companies will be given details of how to apply by their DIT International Trade Adviser (ITA) once they have agreed an export action plan which sets out the proposed activity as a key element to growing their business through international trade.

NEW: Rules of Origin: Check your goods comply to trade tariff-free with the EUClose

With a trade deal in place, UK businesses can trade tariff-free with the EU from 1 January if their products meet agreed Rules of Origin.

Visit Britain/Visit England Brexit AdviceClose

Please see below a round-up of the latest announcements and guidance updates from the last week as provided by Visit Britain/Visit England.

COVID-19 Winter PlanClose

The government’s plan for managing COVID-19 through the end of 2020 and into the start of 2021.

New UK-EU Trade Agreement - KEY POINTSClose

The Prime Minister gave a statement on the outcome of negotiations with the European Union on Thursday 24 December 2020

The Business Hothouse - Invest4 Grant Funding Close

Invest4 grant funds are available to both pre-start and to growing established businesses. The type of grant fund offered is known as 'match-funding', where a business must agree to provide 60% of the required investment to which the funding body will then 'match-fund' the 40% balance.

Business grants from £2,000 to £170,000 can be secured and will be awarded through the Invest4 program managed by Brighton & Hove City Council.
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Helping innovative high-growth SMEs through COVID-19 and beyondClose

A walk through of how Innovate UK EDGE has supported high-growth businesses through coronavirus and beyond

Local Restrictions Support GrantsClose

Businesses liable for business rates will receive up to £3,000 per four weeks as follows:

Peer NetworksClose

Peer Networks is a national peer-to-peer networking programme for SME leaders that want to grow and develop their organisation for future success.

Delivered locally by the Coast to Capital Growth Hub, we create diverse cohort groups of individuals to collaboratively work through common business issues. Through interactive action learning, we enable you to discuss your own challenges, gain and reflect on valuable feedback and implement practical solutions to overcome them.

From finance and HR to sales, marketing and more, our expert facilitators give you the flexibility to create a trusted support network that works for you, helping you to build and strengthen your business and improve its overall performance.

Post Brexit - Providing Services and Travelling for BusinessClose

Providing Services and Travelling for Business to the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Lichtenstein

Country Guides

The Business Hothouse - How To Start A Start-upClose

If you've ever dreamed of starting your own business, or if your business is still at an early stage, we can provide all the advice and guidance that you need to get that business idea going.

Videos about trading with the EUClose

The linked videos cover what businesses need to know about exports and imports, customs, commodity codes and controlled goods.

The videos cover:
• Exporting And Sending Goods Outside Of The UK
• Importing And Bringing Goods Into The UK
• The Customs Clearance Process
• Commodity Codes
• Controlled Goods

Additional Restrictions Support GrantsClose

Available support for businesses that are not paying business rates

GOV.UK | Post Brexit Close

New rules apply to things like travel and doing business with Europe. Use the Brexit checker to get a personalised list of actions for you, your business and your family.

Staying in the UK if you're an EU citizenClose

Continuing living in the UK after 31 December 2020 if you're from the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland. Use this tool to find out what to do and when.

Travel to Europe from January 2021Close

Travel to the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein will change from 1 January 2021. There are more things to do if you're travelling for business. For example, going to meetings and conferences, providing services (even with a charity), and touring art or music.

UK Nationals Living in the EUClose

Official information for UK nationals moving to and living in Europe need to know, including guidance on residency, healthcare, driving and the Withdrawal Agreement.

ERDF Visitor and Wider Economy Grants Applications NOW CLOSEDClose

The call for completing applications has now closed. If you have submitted an application that is successful, you will be notified by Exemplas and sent details of the next steps, please note if you are not successful you will be notified and included on a Coast to Capital LEP area waiting list in case of more funding becoming available.

Amazon Small Business AcceleratorClose

Amazon Small Business Accelerator is a free, online educational programme for anyone who wants to start a new online business or grow an existing one.

Apply for a grant through the Kickstart SchemeClose

If you are an employer looking to create jobs placements for young people, apply for funding as part of the Kickstart Scheme

Better Business for All - SussexClose

A Better Business for All (BBfA) programme has been developed in East and West Sussex to help businesses easily access support from regulators.

Business Recovery Grants NOW CLOSEDClose

Due to the unprecedented level interest for funding the Business Recovery Grants scheme has NOW CLOSED for applications

Business Recovery Support SessionsClose

The Coast to Capital Growth Hub is providing, through our network of experts, FREE and impartial one hour 1-2-1 advice on topics to support businesses as you return to work and implement recovery plans.

Business Support Request FormClose

Complete the linked form and a member of the businesses support team will get back to you.

ChamberCustoms | Customs DeclarationsClose

Customs Declarations - through the British Chamber network we have developed the ChamberCustoms advisory training and brokerage service which is delivered by the Chamber network.

There is specialist advice, training and the Chamber network is currently training and developing teams to handle Customs Declarations. These declarations will require certainty in calculating VAT and Duty liability for imports.

CITB - Skills and Training fund Close

The Skills and Training fund aims to help small and micro construction companies to deliver high quality learning and development experiences to employees.

Coast to Capital LEPClose

We are the Coast to Capital Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP). There are 38 LEPs across England. They are local business led partnerships between local authorities and businesses and play a central role in determining local economic priorities and undertaking activities to drive economic growth and the creation of local jobs.

Coast to Capital Property SearchClose

The Coast to Capital property search tool helps businesses find properties across the Coast to Capital area.

COVID-19 Support by SectorClose

Business Representative Organisations and Trade Associations are providing COVID-19 related support for specific sectors.

Customs Declaration E-Learning trainingClose

Training for importers and exporters - Customs Declaration E-Learning training which can be conducted online in your own time.

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)Close

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions and child maintenance policy. As the UK's biggest public service department it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers.

Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) Close

Monthly and quarterly forecasts for estimated committed Domestic RHI expenditure for the next 12 months.

DRIVA Arts DRIVAClose

DRIVA Arts DRIVA (Digital Research & Innovation Value Accelerator) is a free programme set up to combine the skills, assets and resources of creatives, technologists and data scientists to generate new business growth in the Coast to Capital region.

Growth ChampionsClose

The Growth Champion Network is a collection of consultants, all carefully curated as experts in their respected fields.

The Champions support can be used to help businesses scenario plan for COVID-19

HM Revenue & Customs: EducationalClose

In line with the Government's Digital Strategy, HMRC now provides Small and Medium Enterprise education services through digital products. These educational products include e-learning packages, both live and pre-recorded webinars, bite sized tax information videos on HMRC's You Tube page as well as providing the SME Tax Widget, key messages and editorials.

Innovate UKClose

Innovate UK is part of UK Research and Innovation, a non-departmental public body funded by a grant-in-aid from the UK government.

We drive productivity and economic growth by supporting businesses to develop and realise the potential of new ideas, including those from the UK’s world-class research base.

Innovate2SucceedClose

The Innovate2Succeed programme is designed to stimulate innovation, improve competitiveness and reduce the risks of and improve the efficiency of launching a new product or service.

Lloyds Bank - International PortalClose

A powerful insight platform, with practical support that helps you trade internationally with your chosen market.

National Careers ServiceClose

Information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work.

New employability programme provides support for local job seekers.Close

A new programme has been launched across the Coast to Capital Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) region to support both unemployed and economically inactive local people progress to job search readiness or move into paid employment.

New Lockdown GrantsClose

£4.6 billion in new lockdown grants to support businesses and protect jobs.

Businesses in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors are to receive a one-off grant worth up to £9,000, the Chancellor has announced.

Shadow FoundrClose

Raising Funds for Your Business through Equity Crowdfunding

Step-Up ProgrammeClose

STEP-UP is an exciting and innovative fast-track training programme for local SMEs which will allow you to identify the skills you need, and access talented graduates to help you grow your business through fully funded six-week internships.

Sussex Chamber Collaboration for £2 Billion Kickstart SchemeClose

COLLABORATION AS GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES £2 BILLION KICKSTART

Sussex Chamber Training Courses Close

Training Courses in Sussex

T - Level QualificationClose

T Levels are a two-year qualification that will help student.

T Levels include a 45-day industry placement that can help employers find and develop new talent.

The Business Hothouse - Commercialising InnovationClose

Exploiting a new idea, a new product or a new service can lead to increased business productivity and growth. These free workshops are aimed at businesses who intend to create growth through researching, developing or using innovation.

The Business Hothouse - Developing Leaders and ManagersClose

Developing effective leadership and management skills within your business is critical to the success of your growth strategy. This area of free support is aimed at all businesses that want to learn how to develop their team of people. At a series of free conference-style events - delivered by the University of Chichester - you will learn a range of management techniques and leadership skills. Until the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, these events will be held remotely.

The Business Hothouse - Finding Finance and Funding Close

Understanding how to access business funding and learning how to write and submit funding applications, could provide the investment you need to start or to grow your business. This free support is aimed at all business owners who want to raise funding to start, or to grow their business.

The Business Hothouse - OverviewClose

The Business Hothouse offers free support to pre-start and established businesses in the Coast-to-Capital area. From workshops to grant funding, we provide the expert guidance to get your business growing.

The Business Hothouse support program is run by a consortium of expert delivery partners based in the Coast-to-Capital area, and is funded through the European Regional Development Fund and Local Authorities.

The program offers free expert business knowledge support and access to government grant funding. It is open to pre-start and established businesses and will run until September 2022.

The Manufacturing Engineering and Technology Alliance (METALL)Close

METALL is a well established forum for manufacturing, engineering and technology businesses in the geographical area stretching from South Surrey down to the South Coast and encompassing the so called Gatwick Diamond.

The Skills Toolkit Close

Free courses to help you learn new skills or get a new job.

Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19)Close

These 14 guides cover a range of different types of work. Many businesses operate more than one type of workplace, such as an office, factory and fleet of vehicles. You may need to use more than one of these guides as you think through what you need to do to keep people safe. Priority actions are outlined at the top of each guide.

Apply for the COVID-19 Corporate Financing FacilityClose

This scheme helps large businesses affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) through the purchase of their short-term debt.

Apply for the COVID-19 Future FundClose

This scheme will issue convertible loans between £125,000 to £5 million to innovative companies which are facing financing difficulties due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Contents
- Eligibility
- How to apply

Be the business | Digital Close

Be the business is a not-for-profit organisation set up by the government to support SMEs. Their website is dedicated to helping small businesses make better use of technology to drive improvements in performance

Bounce Back Loan Scheme | Businesses and AdvisorsClose

The Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS) is available to businesses through a number of accredited lenders across the UK.

British Business Bank - Finance HubClose

The British Business Bank is a Government-owned, independently-run development bank that's helped more than 74,000 growing businesses find the right finance option to help them reach their next ambition.

British Business Bank - General OverviewClose

The British Business Bank is a government-owned business development bank dedicated to making finance markets work better for smaller businesses.

Whether you're looking for finance to start a business, grow to the next level, or stay ahead of the competition, we're delivering greater volume and choice of finance.

British Business Bank Scale Up Close

Are you looking to expand rapidly, having achieved positive growth over the last 12 months?

Our SCALE UP partners could be able to help you.

British Chamber | Brexit HubClose

Brexit information and guidance from British Chamber of Commerce (BCC) including:
- End of Brexit Transition period checklist
- Brexit Guidance Dashboard

Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme For Large BusinessesClose

The Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CLBILS) facilitates access to finance for medium-sized and larger businesses affected by the coronavirus outbreak.

Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme | For SMEs and AdvisorsClose

The Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) is available for SMEs through more than 100 accredited lenders across the UK.

Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme | For SMEs and AdvisorsClose

The Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) is available for SMEs through more than 100 accredited lenders across the UK.

COVID-19 GOV.UK Financial Support Finder for BusinessesClose

Find coronavirus financial support for your business through using this Gov.uk business support finder

Create a COVID-19 NHS QR code for your venueClose

Use this service to create a QR code for display in your venue.

Delaying Declarations For EU Goods From 1 January 2021Close

Check if you can record goods in your own records and give HMRC the information up to 6 months later.

Exporting is GREATClose

A National Government portal for business support to help you Start, Grow or Accelerate

Freedom Works and Rume2 Area in ActionClose

New Area in Action portal launched to help Sussex business bounce Back

Funding OptionsClose

Funding Options is a business finance matchmaker. Find the right finance from more than 50 of the UK's leading lenders, whether you want to raise £1,000 or £10 million. If you're looking for growth finance, business loans for working capital, commercial mortgages, invoice finance, asset leasing or something else, we can help you find it. It's completely free and no-obligation to see your funding options.

Funding | ISCF Future Plastic Packaging SolutionsClose

UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £2 million for early-stage projects in smart and sustainable plastic packaging. This funding is from the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund.

Competition closes: Wednesday 20 January 2021 11:00am

Get Someone To Deal With Customs For YouClose

How you can hire a person or business to deal with customs for you.

Contents
- Getting help
- Get someone to act directly
- Get someone to act indirectly
- Changes from 1 January 2021

Ingenuity - Impact through enterpriseClose

Ingenuity has been established to drive the UK's recovery, and the discovery of sustainable business solutions, to help rebuild a more inclusive economy, society and environment following Covid-19.

Knowledge Transfer Network funding round-upClose

The funding landscape can be complex, so Knowledge Transfer Network's Emerging and Enabling Technologies teams have created a list of some of the latest relevant funding calls for the Emerging Technologies and Quantum sectors, as well as for the Electronics, Photonics, Sensors and ICT ones.

National Business Support HelplineClose

You can contact the government's Business Support Helpline for free advice.

Business Support Helpline
enquiries@businesssupporthelpline.org
Telephone: 0800 998 1098
Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm

Primary AuthorityClose

Primary Authority is a means for businesses to receive assured and tailored advice on meeting environmental health, trading standards or fire safety regulations through a single point of contact. This ensures start-ups get it right at the outset and enables all businesses to invest with confidence in products, practices and procedures, knowing that the resources they devote to compliance are well spent.

Primary Authority is based on legal partnerships between businesses and individual local authorities. Businesses can set up their own partnership or belong to a trade association (or other type of group) with an existing partnership.

Primary Authority - Trading StandardsClose

At Buckinghamshire and Surrey Trading Standards we understand the risks that businesses face. In particular, having another enforcement authority challenge you (even though you think you have done the right thing) can be worrying, costly and damaging to your public image.

Sign up for the Trader Support ServiceClose

If you move goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland the Trader Support Service will guide you through any changes due to the implementation of the Northern Ireland Protocol.

Small Business Leadership Programme Close

Helping businesses to survive and thrive beyond COVID

Start-up Business LoansClose

Loans go up in £500 increments, with a typical loan around £2,500 but can be higher.

Sussex Chamber International Trade SupportClose

Information pages available on the Sussex Chamber website

Sussex Chamber | EXPORT DOCUMENTATION SERVICESClose

All UK exporters will at some point need export documentation. The accredited Chamber is licensed to certify and arrange legalization of export documentation. They will also assist exporters throughout the process of completing the documentation; from choosing the right documentation to ensuring it is correctly filled in.

Trade Credit Reinsurance SchemeClose

The Trade Credit Reinsurance Scheme ensures that trade credit insurance coverage and credit limits are maintained during the coronavirus pandemic, helping businesses to trade with confidence.

Trade Tariff | Commodity Codes, Duty and VAT RatesClose

Find a commodity code to classify your goods and look up duty rates, reliefs and quotas.

UK Export FinanceClose

UK Export Finance is the UK's export credit agency. They help UK exporters by providing insurance to exporters and guarantees to banks to share the risks of providing export finance. In addition, they can make loans to overseas buyers of goods and services from the UK. UK Export Finance is the operating name of the Export Credits Guarantee Department (ECGD).

Workplace Pensions Employer ToolkitClose

Your workplace pension questions answered - new toolkit available

Business Knowledge NetworkClose

Clean Growth UKClose

Clean Growth UK catalyses clean and green innovation through access to university expertise and facilities and commercialisation and investment support.

We’re a one-stop shop for green business growth.

Through our three university hubs, we provide and broker support focused on developing innovations, commercialising ideas, and securing funding for businesses on a mission to protect the planet for future generations.

We offer in-house support, as well as connecting you with innovation and growth support available through other organisations. All of our in-house support is either free or part-funded.

To work with us, you must be a member. Membership is free, and you get access to a suite of downloadable business resources, a regular newsletter highlighting the latest regional green business opportunities and the opportunity to apply for our free and part-funded support.

Commercialising InnovationClose

Exploiting a new idea, a new product or a new service can lead to increased business productivity and growth. These free workshops are aimed at businesses who intend to create growth through researching, developing or using innovation.

COVID-19 Mortgage Payment HolidaysClose

A guide to coronavirus mortgage payment holidays
Mortgage lenders have announced support if your income has been affected by the coronavirus outbreak, including a repayment holiday of up to a maximum of six months. The deadline for applying for a repayment holiday is 31 March 2021.

Department for International Trade (DIT)Close

The Department for International Trade (DIT) helps businesses export and grow into global markets. They provide practical support to UK businesses at home and overseas and help overseas companies locate and grow in the UK.

Through UK Export Finance they help to ensure no viable UK export should fail for lack of finance or insurance.

Find someone to apply for a Kickstart Scheme grant on your behalfClose

List of Kickstart gateways in England, Scotland and Wales who can apply for a Kickstart Scheme grant on behalf of a group of employers.

Google GarageClose

Google Garage offers free training to gain new skills for the digital world. You can: explore how websites work, build a strong online strategy, manage your time effectively, create a long-term social media plan and much more.

Green Growth PlatformClose

The University of Brighton's Green Growth Platform supports a thriving and innovative green sector in Sussex through an exciting network of environmentally focused businesses.

Health and Safety Executive (HSE)Close

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is Britain's national regulator for workplace health and safety. It prevents work-related death, injury and ill health. HSE is also contributing to cross-government work being coordinated by the Department for Exiting the European Union (DExEU) to prepare the United Kingdom (UK) for exit from the EU.

HSE is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Work and Pensions.

Lead Out of Lockdown sessions by Sussex Innovation CentreClose

A purpose-built programme of virtual workshops, original insight briefings and agile decision-making tools, facilitated by our expert advisors to help you and your team adapt to the new normal

The Association of Disabled ProfessionalsClose

The ADP was formed in 1971 to provide a forum for disabled people to share both their problems and their experiences of successful personal development and valued work, as well as to help create conditions for other disabled people to realise their full potential.

Business Continuity Management - West SussexClose

Business Continuity Management (BCM) is a management process that helps manage the risks to the smooth running of an organisation or delivery of a service, ensuring that the business can continue in the event of a disruption.

Catalyst TeamClose

Catalyst was formed to support growth and jobs by providing a flexible resource to action the to-do lists of growing companies.

Facebook BlueprintsClose

Facebook is a powerful marketing tool for businesses of every size. Don't miss your opportunity to take full advantage of the platform with these free online courses and training.

Future Fund Scheme Application Close

This scheme will issue convertible loans between £125,000 to £5 million to innovative companies which are facing financing difficulties due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses UK ProgrammeClose

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is an investment to help entrepreneurs create jobs and economic opportunity by providing greater access to education, capital and business support services. 10,000 Small Businesses is funded by Goldman Sachs and the Goldman Sachs Foundation.

Innovate UK - Business Basics FundClose

A second competition has now launched by BEIS under the Business Basics fund, with a further £2 million of funding to test innovative ways of encouraging SMEs to adopt productivity-boosting technologies and management practices.

Sussex Chamber of Commerce Close

Sussex Chamber of Commerce is one of only 52 Chambers in the UK to be accredited by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) was established 150 years ago in 1860 and is the national body for a powerful and influential Network of Accredited Chambers of Commerce across the UK - a network that directly serves not only its member businesses but the wider business community.

Accredited Chambers of Commerce exist to make a difference to your business, through ensuring your views are heard within Government, opening new business opportunities in local, national and international markets, or providing critical business advice, services and skills development. High on the BCC's agenda is helping British business thrive, so the BCC works with Government to shape policy affecting businesses. It also focuses on key areas of activity including International Trade, Skills Development and Business Services.

West Sussex Fire and Rescue ServiceClose

Fire service information, including recruitment, safety advice and training courses.

Accountant DirectoryClose

Accountant Directory is a recently launched website which aims to provide the public with access to professional support and all of the information they need to make smart financial choices. As well as providing a hub of industry information and news - our nationwide directory enables you to find someone whose professionalism has been verified in accordance with our policy.

ALISONClose

ALISON is a global social enterprise dedicated to providing free certified education and workplace training skills to any individual, anywhere, anytime, on any subject over the web.

ALISON was founded in Galway, Ireland in 2007 by global leader and innovator Mike Feerick. Read his full bio here.

Alternative Business FundingClose

At alternativebusinessfunding.co.uk we provide a free and easy way for SMEs to find alternative business funding.

The on site tool is designed for businesses with a turnover of £100,000 or more - especially those with an interest in the non-bank business funding sector.

By providing links to other websites, Coast to Capital does not guarantee, approve or endorse the information or products available on these websites

Angel CoFundClose

The Angel CoFund is a £100m investment fund with objectives to back promising UK businesses and help develop the important business angel investment market.

Angel Investment NetworkClose

Thousands of startup entrepreneurs submit business pitches to our platform hoping to raise funding and capital from business angels that they need to grow their companies. Connect with angel investors both locally and internationally.

Angels DenClose

Angels Den Connects Investors With Awesome Businesses

Apprenticeships in SussexClose

Apprenticeships in Sussex will help you search for local apprenticeship training available for individuals and businesses in Sussex.

Be The BusinessClose

A group of business leaders today issued a rallying call for British businesses to engage with solving the UK's poor productivity at the launch of 'Be the Business', a movement which will inspire businesses to be the best they can be, providing practical tools to assist them and be a catalyst for change.

Better Business FinanceClose

Better Business Finance provides impartial information and support to businesses and entrepreneurs looking to develop and grow; whether the business is seeking finance, or starting out or exporting abroad, BBF is here to help.

Brighton Film SchoolClose

With fantastic facilities, dedicated industry lecturers and speakers and a central location in a filmmakers city such as Brighton, our mission is to deliver practical courses and train the next generation of talented filmmakers wishing to enter the British film industry.

Business CompanionClose

Business Companion provides information for businesses and individuals that need to know about trading standards and consumer protection legislation. This service offers free, impartial legal guidance for businesses that sell goods and/or supply services to consumers.

Business Finance Finder - FINPOINTClose

More lenders. Less hassle.

Comparing business finance made easy.

Finpoint in partnership with Coast to Capital Growth Hub, we make it easy for businesses to access finance from the UK’s largest panel of lenders.

Business in the CommunityClose

Business in the Community is the Prince's Responsible Business Network. Our members work together to tackle a wide range of issues that are essential to building a fairer society and a more sustainable future.

Business PropellerClose

Business Propeller offers the ambitious business owner the opportunity to gain knowledge, share experiences and grow influential networks from seasoned professionals, who have all owned, started and led their own multi-million pound businesses.

Buy With ConfidenceClose

The Buy With Confidence scheme has two primary aims: to promote and support good, reliable, local businesses; and to improve consumer protection by providing the public with a choice of businesses they can trust.

Carbon Trust - Capital GrantsClose

Carbon Trust Launches £7 Million Green Business Fund (Great Britain)

The Carbon Trust's new Green Business Fund is intended to help small and medium-sized companies in Great Britain with a financial contribution towards energy saving initiatives.

CBI South EastClose

The CBI is the UK's premier business lobbying organisation, providing a voice for employers at a national and international level.

Climate-KICClose

Climate-KIC is Europe's largest public-private innovation partnership, working together to address the challenge of climate change.

Commonwealth Trade PlatformClose

A business and trade platform designed to facilitate trade between the UK and the rest of the Commonwealth

Construction Industry Training BoardClose

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) is the Sector Skills Council and Industry Training Board for the construction industry. It works with construction companies to improve skills, increase competitive edge and respond to the many challenges employers face.

Country Land and Business Association SEClose

The CLA is the membership organisation for owners of land, property and business in rural England and wales.

COVID 19 Job Retention Scheme Close

Claim for some of your employee's wages if you have put them on furlough or flexible furlough because of coronavirus (COVID-19).

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has been extended until 30 April 2021.

Claims for furlough days in December 2020 must be made by 14 January 2021.

You can no longer submit claims for claim periods ending on or before 31 October 2020.

Creative ProcessClose

Creative Process is a digital media and digital marketing apprenticeship training provider.

CreativeskillsetClose

Creative Skillset empowers the Creative Industries to develop skills and talent; we do this by influencing and shaping policy, ensuring quality and by securing the vital investment for individuals to become the best in their field and for businesses to grow.

CrowdcubeClose

Crowdcube is a leading investment crowdfunding platform where you can handpick the businesses you want to back and invest anytime, anywhere.

Design CouncilClose

The Design Council champions great design. For us, that means design that improves lives and makes things better.

Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)Close

The Enterprise Europe Network programme is an EU/Innovate UK funded programme delivered by 500+ organisations across Europe and beyond that helps SMEs to trade internationally by helping them to develop their ideas and take their innovation into new markets.

Enterprise NationClose

Business support for the price of two cups of coffee

Business owners have often asked us why business support can't be delivered on the same basis as cloud software and subscription movies; paid for on a monthly basis and accessed 24/7.

We've listened and acted.

You can now tap into modern business support from Enterprise Nation for only £4 per month.

Executive short courses by University of ChichesterClose

University of Chichester offer an executive portfolio of vocational, practical and in-depth short courses in events management, hospitality, marketing, leadership, people management and personal development.

Gatwick Diamond Business AssociationClose

Established for over 50 years, Gatwick Diamond Business has been the leading voice for business and commerce in the region. Representing business, we provide a united voice to influence Local and Central Government issues. gdb is run by the members for the members. It is also financially and politically independent.

Haywards Heath Business AssociationClose

The HHBA will help you and your business develop and grow.

HIT Training LtdClose

HIT Training is the leading specialist training and apprenticeship provider for the UK's hospitality, hotel and catering industry. We consistently achieve a higher than average success rate of apprenticeship completion.

Horizon's 2020 SME Instrument Close

As part of the Horizon 2020 programme, the European Commission is hand-picking potentially disruptive businesses to invest and support as part of the SME Instrument. Your business could receive up to £2.5 million in funding, and world-class business support and mentorship.

ICAEW Business Advice ServiceClose

The ICAEW Business Advice Service (BAS) provides professional advice for owner-run businesses, startups and SMEs.

we enable businesses to receive an initial consultation at no charge from an ICAEW Chartered Accountant.

Institute of Directors - SussexClose

Here at IoD you can find the expertise and resources to reduce the burden of your workload. Whether you need up-to-date information on your competitors or one-to-one advice on board disputes.

Institute Of ExportClose

Institute of Export can offer your business a unique range of individual and business membership benefits and a world renowned suite of qualifications and training.

Invest in PeopleClose

Invest in People is a national quality standard which sets a level of good practice for improving an organisation's performance through its people.

Invest in People is based on three key principles:

1. Developing strategies to improve the performance of an organisation - PLAN
2. Taking action to improve the performance of the organisation - DO
3. Evaluation of the impact on the performance of the organisation - REVIEW

Jobcentre Plus for RecruitersClose

Jobcentre Plus provide a variety of services that can help you as an employer, ranging from bespoke recruitment services and guidance to our free job advertising website Universal Jobmatch. We offer you the opportunity to trial potential employees using our Work Trial scheme and/or provide a young 18-24 year old the opportunity to development their skills and abilities through our voluntary Work Experience initiative.

MDHUBClose

MDHUB is the premier peer to peer business growth network for Managing Directors and their Senior Board Directors in the South of England.

mentorsme.co.ukClose

mentorsme.co.uk is Britain's first online gateway for small and medium-sized enterprises looking for mentoring services.

The free site offers businesses access to a list of quality-assured business mentoring organisations across Britain. An easy-to-use search engine allows businesses to refine their searches according to the life stage of their business and their location in Britain.

Our objective is to help businesses find a mentoring organisation to suit their needs in a fast and easy way.

Mid-Sussex District CouncilClose

Find help for your business here, lots of ideas and contacts to help your business flourish in Mid Sussex

My Business 1stClose

My Business 1st is a new free business resource for small and medium businesses in Hospitality, Tourism, Travel and Passenger Transport created by People 1st, the sector skills council for those sectors.

National Apprenticeship ServiceClose

Assistance with finding and recruiting an apprentice or supporting existing employees

Plumpton College Sussex Rural Business CentreClose

The Business Training Team is based in the Sussex Rural Business Centre, a dedicated suite at the main College campus. Our aim is to support the development of the South East rural economy, via the delivery of appropriate education, training and consultancy.

Prowess - Women in BusinessClose

Prowess is the online hub for women-friendly business support, inspiration and information. Our vision is an environment where women in business can flourish; we help women and professional advisers to gain the knowledge and tools to make that possible.

Self-Employment Income Support SchemeClose

If you're self-employed or a member of a partnership and have been adversely affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) use this scheme if you're eligible to claim the grant.

South East Cyber Security ClusterClose

Based in Brighton, the Sussex Cyber Security Cluster was launched in November 2014. Originally called 'Brighton Cyber Security Cluster', it immediately expanded to 'Sussex' and as registrations for events started appearing from across the South East region, expansion to the 'South East Cyber Security Cluster' was a natural progression.

According to Tech City's Tech Nation 2016 report, Brighton has "one of the most dense populations of digital tech businesses in the UK and the largest digital workforce within non-digital industries." providing ample scope to enhance the region's cyber security capabilities whilst enabling businesses and citizens to be safe in cyber space.

Start Up DonutClose

Please note the Donut sites are supported by adverts, site and topic sponsors and partner organisations.

The Donut series providers do not offer a phone advice service.

Sussex Innovation (SINC) - Falmer and CroydonClose

At Sussex Innovation, we help you realise your ambitions for rapid growth by supporting you through the growing pains that all businesses experience. This includes areas such as new business strategy, infrastructure, recruitment and establishing new industry relationships. We'll give you the confidence, direction and skills you need to take your business to the next level.

The Happy Start-Up SchoolClose

We run transformational programs and events for founders, leaders and teams from 1 day workshops to 3 month programs. Get in touch if you have any questions about any of the things we do or if you'd like to invite us in to speak or help bring your ideas to life.

The Intellectual Property Office (IPO)Close

The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trade marks and copyright.

The Knowledge Transfer NetworkClose

The KTN is the UK's innovation network.

The Law Society- Lawyers for Your BusinessClose

Our Lawyers For Your Business service puts you in touch with a solicitor who can talk you through the legal issues you face and what you need to do next in a free 30-minute consultation

University of BrightonClose

The University of Brighton works with businesses of all types and can help develop your business in a wide range of ways. Collaborative research and consultancy enable your business to benefit from our expertise in specialist areas, helping you to gain a competitive advantage.

Virgin StartUp - Platform-XClose

Platform-X is a start-up accelerator programme from Virgin Trains designed in partnership with Virgin StartUp.

It is offering start up businesses in disruptive technologies the opportunity to develop your business and products over an intensive five-week period.

If you have built disruptive innovations (service, product or technology) that fit the below challenges and are accelerating to market, we want to hear from you.

Visit Britain Business Advice HubClose

A non-departmental public body funded by the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS), VisitBritain/VisitEngland plays a unique role in building England's tourism product, raising Britain's profile worldwide, increasing the volume and value of tourism exports and developing England and Britain's visitor economy.

West Sussex County CouncilClose

West Sussex offer a range of signposting support for businesses.

Association of Business Mentors Close

The Association of Business Mentors (ABM) is the professional association working to improve and professionalise business mentoring across the UK.

Automatic Enrolment and DC Pension ContributionClose

COVID-19 guidance for employers

Changing your company registration from 1 January 2021 Close

The UK formally left the EU on 31 January 2020. Find out if your business will need to change its company registration from 1 January 2021, and how to do this.

Coast to Capital Jobs FuseClose

SUPPORTING INDIVIDUALS AND EMPLOYERS DURING THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC

Coast to Capital Jobs Fuse has been launched to help employers and individuals with employment challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This is a joint service created by Coast to Capital LEP, Coast to Capital Growth Hub, The Education Development Trust (a prime contractor for the National Careers Service) and the Department for Work and Pensions.

COVID - 19 - trading internationally Close

This advice is for UK businesses that export or deliver goods and services abroad and have been impacted by the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).

COVID -19 - Advice hub from Sussex ChamberClose

As coronavirus continues to challenge many businesses, Chambers around the network are putting together support for members.

COVID-19 Claim Back Statutory Sick Pay Paid To EmployeesClose

If you're an employer, find out if you can use the Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme to claim back employees' coronavirus-related Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).

- Who can use the scheme
- What you can claim
- Records you must keep
- How to claim
- Other help you can get

COVID-19 Returning to the workplaceClose

This guide will help you plan your organisation's next steps following a period of furlough or once lockdown measures start easing

Find your local authority Close

Find the website for your local council

Your local authority can assist with a range of services including:

Business and licensing
Business rates
Health and safety
Licences and registrations
Planning
Refuse and recycling
Advice for businesses
Grants and funding
Travel and transport

Health and Safety Executive Shop Risk Assessment ToolClose

This tool allows those working in small low-risk shops to do their risk assessment quickly and easily.

The Health and Safety Executive has developed this tool, in consultation with Local Government Regulation, and supports the approach for these businesses.

It enables you to produce a tailored assessment by selecting the relevant hazards and thinking about how you control them.

The assessment should take around 20 minutes.

Help and support if your business is affected by COVID-19Close

Watch videos and register for the free webinars to learn more about the support available to help you deal with the economic impacts of coronavirus.

Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and WalesClose

Appointing an ICAEW Chartered Accountant or regulated firm will ensure you get someone who is qualified, committed and accountable.

International Agreements Close

International Agreements with Third Countries during the Transition Period

Maintaining records to support NHS Test and TraceClose

Maintaining records of staff, customers and visitors to support NHS Test and Trace

NHS COVID-19 App Information and Support Close

Download resources to support visitors at your business or organisation.

The Business Hothouse - Business Knowledge NetworkClose

The University of Chichester Business School runs the Business Knowledge Network, which is aimed at all businesses and organisations who would like to meet other local businesses and organisations. There is a 'Hot Topic' slot at every meeting, where we discuss a specific and current area of business.

Applying for a Moratorium from Companies HouseClose

Applying for a moratorium under the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020

How to apply for breathing space to consider a rescue plan for your company, under measures to support companies and other types of business in financial difficulty.

COVID - 19 - acas advice for employers and employeesClose

Advice relating to Coronavirus (COVID-19) provided by acas.

Legal services business owners from 1 January 2021 Close

Guidance for legal services business owners on preparing for the end of the transition period.

UK trade agreements with non-EU countries Close

Trade agreements during the transition period

Connected Energy Close

Cutting edge £31m energy innovation project in West Sussex

COVID 19 - Changes to notifying an option to tax land and buildingsClose

Check temporary changes to the time limit and rules for notifying an option to tax land and buildings.

- Changes to the time limit
- If you are notifying an option as a business
- If you are notifying an option as an agent

EU trade marks from 1 January 2021 Close

Guidance for businesses and organisations holding EU trade marks at the end of the transition period.

Claim capital allowances Close

You can claim capital allowances when you buy assets that you keep to use in your business.

COVID 19 - NHS GuidanceClose

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Advice for everyone
Advice for people at high risk
Symptoms and what to do
Self-isolation if you or someone you live with has symptoms
More information

Staying alert and safe (social distancing) Close

The government has set out its plan to return life to as near normal as we can, for as many people as we can, as quickly and fairly as possible in order to safeguard livelihoods, but in a way that is safe and continues to protect our NHS.