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NEW EU Support Helpline now available |
A new helpline (T: 0116 482 0111) has been launched to support businesses that need advice when it comes to trading with Europe. Experts will provide free telephone support on a variety of areas including importing and exporting, restrictions on travel, managing immigration and employment or data issues. |
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NEW Textiles Training Academy for Leicester |
Leicester City Council has teamed up with leading training provider Fashion Enter and local clothing company Ethically Sourced Products to develop a new textiles skills centre - the Leicester Fashion Technology Academy (LFTA). The project will offer apprenticeships and accredited training for people working in the local textiles industry. |
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NEW support for visitor economy businesses |
A new free support programme aimed at tourism, hospitality, sport and leisure businesses has been announced. This includes small clinics and a series of dedicated webinars. It is designed to help businesses fight the economic impact of Covid-19, reach new consumer markets and generate new leads. |
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Accelerate the growth of your start-up |
If you are an ambitious start-up business looking to grow quickly, this six week Start-up Accelerator Programme may be just what you need. The funded programme offers 1-to-1 mentoring, workshops and independent learning. The application deadline is 1 February for the next cohort. |
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The Sustainable Travel Grant is one of a number of free initiatives from Leicester City Council aimed at reducing the number of single passenger car journeys. It offers a 50% match-funded grant of £5,000 to support active travel. Other initiatives include Wheels to Work offering affordable bikes and the Active Travel Toolkit. |
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Need help to trade with the EU? |
Access a host of specialist support designed so you can continue or start trading with Europe. We will help you understand the actions you need to take through 1-to-1 expert advice, a comprehensive webinar programme, business resilience support and information on our website together with the free helpline mentioned above. |
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FREE Webinars and Action-Planning Workshops |
If trust and engagement has dwindled during the Covid-19 crisis this webinar will help you understand how to rebuild relationships with your employees. |
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Join us for this webinar where we'll explain how exporters can minimise the risk of not getting paid when trading with overseas markets. |
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This new interactive action-planning workshop will equip you with the tools needed to boost productivity within your business. |
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This popular webinar is aimed at businesses looking to access grant funding to grow or sustain their business. |
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Sector Specific Support We are developing new sector specific support services. Visit this section of our website for current information. More details in the next issue.
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