Explore & discover the support and guidance available throughout the region. Filter on location, business stage and even industry to find the right resource for your business.
The new online service from the government offers free advice to employers, tailored to the needs of smaller businesses. What’s in the new service? Guided information for employers to help support disability or health conditions in a range of common workplace situations. Help on legal obligations, including reasonable adjustments. Links to more detailed resources. What […]
SEMLEP has produced a comprehensive toolkit to help employers and business advisers in the South East Midlands to identify support and pathways, and engage with providers to assist with employing people, filling vacancies, upskilling and reskilling employees and developing a talent pipeline for the future. Download the Toolkit
When companies export products or services, long payment terms can often create working capital challenges. The upfront cost of producing, shipping, and delivering the goods can be tricky for businesses to manage. Export finance helps businesses release working capital from cross-border or domestic trade transactions that would otherwise be tied up in invoices or purchase orders (for […]
Business Support Service The Business Support Service is a FREE, virtual, multi-channel advice and guidance service, operating across England, to offer support and signpost you to information on national and local schemes, grants and loans to help businesses start and grow. We help all businesses, from those thinking about starting a business, through to those […]
We’ve collated a list of online course available in the South East Midlands. These distance learning courses range from childcare to logistics, run by local colleges, universities and other training providers.
A business plan is a written document that describes your business. It covers objectives, strategies, sales, marketing, and financial forecasts. A business plan helps you to: Clarify your business idea Spot potential problems Set out your goals Measure your progress You’ll need a business plan if you want to secure investment or a loan from […]
The University of Bedfordshire understands that organisations require different kinds of support. Whether you need strategic input into your business, or support with developing products, processes and services, the University’s Business Support team can help. Whatever stage your business is at, from start-up to an established SME, whether privately owned, public or not-for profit, the university’s […]
Rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted for its apprenticeship provision in 2023, the University of Bedfordshire places strong emphasis on practical and professional skills, alongside high-quality education and training. They partner many organisations whose employees successfully combine work with professional studies. Employers and apprentices are supported by experienced apprenticeship co-ordinators, through workplace visits and regular reviews. […]
NN2NZ Boost for Business (NN2NZ B4B) Programme launched to empower local SMEs towards a sustainable future This innovative initiative, aimed at North Northamptonshire (NN) SMEs, is set to help businesses develop tailored carbon reduction strategies and foster a green, thriving local economy. The NN2NZ Boost for Business programme, led by Electric Places and funded by […]
Want to develop a new skill to help you get your dream job? Or maybe you want to dig deeper into something you’ve already discovered? Whether it’s a 60-second animated video or a 24-hour course you are after, you will find it on OpenLearn for free. Run by the Open University, OpenLearn is designed to […]
Net Zero MK Supporting Milton Keynes businesses on their journey to net zero What’s good for the planet is good for business. If your organisation is based in Milton Keynes and you are looking to cut carbon emissions and save money, we are here to help. Net Zero MK is for all small and medium-sized businesses in […]
The Bedfordshire Employment and Skills Academy (BESA) provides opportunities for residents in Central Bedfordshire and Bedford Borough to learn in the community. Bedfordshire Employment and Skills Academy (BESA) and our partner training providers can support you to access education and training to build skills that will improve employability, support career opportunities, and enhance wellbeing. BESA […]