From the 6th April 2021, the various government- backed loan schemes previously available will merge into one new offering, the Recovery Loan Scheme (‘ RLS’). Previous schemes have had defined criteria around the size of the business applying, along with different amounts of borrowing available depending...
We have three superb events to choose from in April! HHBA Events Calendar Following the UK’s Budget announcement in March, join us on the 8th April for our 'Meet the Experts' session where expert HHBA members within financial services will digest and discuss the implications of the 2021 Budget...
You may have recently heard that we were shortlisted as a finalist for ‘Edge Partner of the Year’ in the Vuzion Cloud Awards 2021. We’re thrilled to announce that we won! The virtual awards, which took place on Thursday 25th March via Microsoft Teams, celebrated Vuzion...
HHBA invites you to join fellow members for our networking meeting on Wednesday 14th April from 5pm. We are pleased to announce that our guest speaker will be James Mallinson from Servo Private Wealth who will present on 'How much money do you need for the rest of...
If your business is based in Mid Sussex district and is needing help with a restart grant these will be available to apply for at Mid Sussex DC by the normal online claim form from Tuesday 6th April 2021. There is up to £6,000 for non...
Keynote speaker Marisa Williams, from PwC, and six flexible working experts share their practical approaches on how to embed a now crucial, post-pandemic smart working culture. A fourth Flexible Working Action Learning Group was hosted by Emma Cleary of Sussex based recruitment agency Flexibility Matters...
The Sussex Chamber of Commerce has, in the last few months, joined forces with Chichester Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Crawley & Gatwick Chamber of Commerce, Haywards Heath Business Association and Worthing & Adur Chamber of Commerce. Sussex Chamber is the largest business membership organisation in...
In Mid Sussex district over 1,200 businesses liable for business rates in 2020-21 paid no business rates at all due to the award of 100% expanded retail discount or nursery discount for the whole of the financial year. Business Rates bills for 2021-22 for properties in...
Mayor’s appeal for his civic charity as Haywards Heath Town Trio in training for Mayoral Marathon around Haywards Heath The Mayor, Deputy Mayor and Town Clerk from Haywards Heath Town Council will run a Mayoral Marathon around Haywards Heath to raise money for the children’s charity,...
We are excited to announce that Miri Finch, an excellent and renowned researcher and copywriter in her field, has joined our consultant team as a Legal Assistant (Non-Solicitor). Miri has been appointed to this role to help our team deal with several cases we’ve been attracting...
HHBA member and Sussex based, Servo Private Wealth joins forces with Boring Money, in a first of its kind initiative to tackle the financial advice gap. Independent financial advice firm, Servo Private Wealth, has joined an independent panel of carefully selected experts to help tackle the...
Opportunities that lay ahead for SMEs in the Mid Sussex Area. Following the UK’s Budget announcement in March, expert HHBA members within financial services will digest and discuss the implications of the 2021 Budget and the opportunities that lay ahead for SMEs in the Mid Sussex...
At the Jonathan Lea Network we are always looking for ways to get involved with and support our local community. Given several of the team have children at local schools and with this year’s Children’s Mental Health Week theme of ‘Express Yourself’, this month we were delighted to...
Next Thursday, we're hosting a free one-off-workshop that will show you how to develop a website by yourself, using a range of easy-to-use online tools. We'll also show you how to commission a website developer to create a website for you without breaking the bank. Book your free place: A Beginners Guide...
This is the start of a 10-week public consultation inviting proposals for new council wards and ward boundaries for Mid Sussex District Council. We are asking local people and organisations for their help to draw up new ward boundaries across Mid Sussex. The Commission has also announced that...
We have recieved a number of Government updates, please read the full details below. COVID-19 support for you and your clients – latest information >> https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKHMRCED/bulletins/2c76132 Bulk appeal for Late Filing Penalties – COVID-19 >>https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKHMRCED/bulletins/2c7d032 Doing business with the EU? We’re here to help>> https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKHMRCED/bulletins/2c69ac3 Talking Points>> https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKHMRCED/bulletins/2c8d437 ...
We have three superb events to choose from in April! HHBA Events Calendar Following the UK’s Budget announcement in March, join us on the 8th April for our 'Meet the Experts' session where expert HHBA members within financial services will digest and discuss the implications of the 2021 Budget...
NCSC self-assessment tool launched to help sole traders and micro-businesses tackle their cyber security challenges. The Cyber Action Plan forms part of the government’s wider ‘Cyber Aware’ campaign, and in light of government statistics that show 46% of such organisations fell victim to security breaches or...
The new investment incentive that allows businesses to cut their tax bill, by up to 25p for every £1 they invest in 'new equipment', starts 1st April 2021. Using finance to acquire new equipment has always been a tax efficient way of acquisition, however with the...
Why Your Organisation Needs Protection. Small business can suffer the consequences of a cyber security breach in the same way as large multi-national companies. However, it is unlikely they have the same level of technical capability and know-how to prevent, detect and respond to incidents. read more...
The HHBA is featured in this week's Mid Sussex Times. Read the full article here>> https://www.midsussextimes.co.uk/business/haywards-heath-business-association-launches-packed-programme-of-events-3169169 Following the recent government roadmap out of lockdown, Haywards Heath Business Association has announced its new events programme for Q3 and Q4 this year. It is packed with educational and networking events...
This is the last chance for businesses that have been affected by Covid-19 lockdown restrictions to claim financial support. Please watch the video below. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSgGLwoMhx0[/embed]...
People across the world are beginning to realize just how vital cybersecurity is. As more people start talking and thinking about cyber risk, that number will keep growing. Due to Corona virus many business IT networks were uprooted and scattered to remote landscape. From the office...
The Talbot in Cuckfield has just launched a new Deli, selling some amazing local and British products. ...
Easter Monday is not only the end of a long bank holiday, it’s also the end of the tax year. Make sure you plan accordingly, so you can improve your nest egg before Easter. 🐤 To help you, please see our top tips here: https://www.onthespottax.co.uk/blog/entry/2021/03/17/2021-tax-year-end-planning-top-tips Check in with me...
Opportunities that lay ahead for SMEs in the Mid Sussex Area. Following the UK’s Budget announcement in March, expert HHBA members within financial services will digest and discuss the implications of the 2021 Budget and the opportunities that lay ahead for SMEs in the Mid Sussex...
Regional law firm, Rix & Kay with offices in Sussex and Kent has announced a suite of new services to enhance the support it provides to its existing GatekeeperHR clients. GatekeeperHR is Rix & Kay’s fixed cost employment law and professional HR solution for businesses and...
HHBA members Growth by Design will be running a free webinar starting at 9am on Thursday 25th March, four business experts will be giving a 15 minute presentation each to help business owners have a more successful 2021. There is an input from an award winning...
These business grant schemes, all delivered through local authorities such as Mid Sussex, are to support local businesses during the national lockdown periods and periods of local restrictions. Support for businesses Business support package for the January 2021 lockdown - 5 January 2021 to 31 March 2021 The...
We are delighted to announce that we have recently signed up to become an affilate member of Sussex Chamber of Commerce. This means as HHBA members you get to attend meetings as an affiliate member and take advantage of many other benefits. This adds even...
We have recieved a number of Government updates, please read the full details below. Doing business with the EU? We’re here to help >> https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKHMRCED/bulletins/2c52056 Moving goods between the UK and the EU >> https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKHMRCED/bulletins/2c3cae0 Talking Points >> https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKHMRCED/bulletins/2c5b3b6 ...
Join us and connect with the local business community. The Haywards Heath Business Association invites you to join fellow members and potential members to a networking meeting where we will formally elect our new committee. This is a very important meeting and we hope as many members...
Our free workshop support over the next two weeks focuses on helping you to discover the range of funding & finance options open to your particular business or start-up and then to successfully apply for them. Book a free 1-2-1 Access to Finance session with Get...
Haywards Heath Town Councill will be hosting the Annual Meeting of the Town of Haywards on Monday 19th April 2021 commencing at 7.30pm. This year the meeting will be very different as it will be held via a Zoom meeting. As a result, the Town Council...
The Budget last week announced further business grants of up to £6,000 per premises for non-essential retail businesses, and up to £18,000 per premises for hospitality and other sectors that are having to open later, in order to support the re-starting of trading. These grants...
The National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates will increase on 1 April. In addition to the new rates, the age from which workers become eligible for the National Living Wage will be lowered. From 1 April all workers aged 23 and over must be...
Did you know that West Sussex library service runs webinars to support entrepreneurs, start-up, micro and Small to Medium-sized Enterprises through the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond? West Sussex Libraries runs a programme of regular free events, currently delivered online. The next event is: An introduction to CoBRA...
PERSONAL STYLING FOR INTERVIEW CONFIDENCE & MAKING A GREAT IMPRESSION ONLINE THURSDAY 11TH MARCH: 10-11am For more info: https://www.flexibilitymatters.co.uk/events-and-trainings/flexibility-matters-work-ready-work-smart-zoom-5-personal-styling-for-interview-confidence-making-a-great-impression-online-thursday-11th-march-10am/ In a 60 minute free webinar, Personal Image Consultant, Alison Brown will explore how we can make a great first impression online. The 60 minute workshop will cover: Background, lighting and set-up ...
Dear HHBA Community, Apologies as it’s been a while since I last wrote a news update. I think I was waiting for positive news to write. The world is now a much more posititive place and we are looking towards a future with freedom. There’s plenty of...
TIPS FOR HELPING CHILDREN (AND ADULTS) STAY SAFE ONLINE AT HOME During the last year of lockdown, working from home has brought several internet-related issues into sharp focus, not least how to keep ourselves and our children safe online. Even when lockdown ends and children head back...
With over 40 years of creative digital experience between them, Piero Barba and Tim Vaughan head up a strong team well placed to help businesses develop and grow cut-through brands. We like to partner with emerging and established businesses to create compelling new brands and invigorate...
For those who have been running on adrenaline rush during lockdown. Are you unable to sleep at night? Are you unable to stop worrying? Are you feeling aches and pains everywhere? Are you imagining the worst case scenario? Are you feeling reckless or withdrawn or both? Are you tearful, upset or...
Should Micro Businesses Worry About Cyber Security? There are over 5.7 million businesses in the UK, according to a survey by Merchant Savvy. 96% are micro businesses, with 0 - 9 employees. The Covid situation has amplified unique challenges and risks faced by micro business owners. A government publication...
We’ve seen today where the government has decided to focus its attention – Growth 📈 Please see our summary of the main points affecting small and growing businesses: https://www.onthespottax.co.uk/blog/entry/2021/03/03/budget-2021-help-to-regroup-grow As usual, please contact me or one of the team, if you’d like to know more. Thank you. Paula Tomlinson BFP...
As part of the Budget, the UK Government has announced further support for employers and the self-employed. Extension to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Self-Employment Income Support Scheme – future grants confirmed VAT deferral Where can I get further support? Protect yourself from scams Read the...
In response to the recent Government roadmap to ease lockdown, we wanted to give the HHBA members an update on our events programme for 2021. We know that our events are one of the most important features for many of the HHBA membership. Zoom has been...
I am pleased to share the latest update on the support that Coast to Capital and our Growth Hub Team are providing to businesses in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as post UK transition from the EU. Over the past three months, our small...
An interactive session to create ACTION AND LEARNING to lead best practice in smart, blended and hybrid working post-pandemic Date March 18th Time 10-1pm Register here https://bit.ly/3nJIaQw Format – keynote speaker and discussion in breakout rooms Keynote speaker Marisa Williams from PwC’s Flexible Careers Network will lead us through how PwC has...
Our friends at Gatwick Diamond Business are delighted to share their latest Diamond Magazine. Here is the March/April 2021 edition of our Diamond magazine. Edition 7 ...
We know that adapting to the new rules for trading with the EU can be daunting but we’re here to help you. Every week, we’re answering common questions from businesses like yours and doing all we can to help you keep your business moving. This week...