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Social Media and your Business
We all use social media today but what is it and how can your business use it?
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The Grand Challenge Missions: Our Industrial Strategy in 2019
A review of the grand challenges that make up the Governments Industrial Strategy
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Is your business taking advantage of the latest technology?
Don't fall behind this fast moving industry.
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Accelerating the UK
Beauhurst has published an excellent report – Accelerating the UK – all about business accelerators;
Young Entrepreneurs Swindon Network Launch - The Purpose of Networks
Thursday 31 January sees the launch of the Young Entrepreneurs Swindon Network but what is the purpose of business network groups?
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Government support for young entrepreneurs
Top 5 things we are doing to support young entrepreneurs.
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Business Opportunity Factsheets
Explore our A-Z business opportunity index covering a cross-section of industries.
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Wiltshire entrepreneur fills gap in niche fabric market
Helen Baker Fabric Design
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What makes Wiltshire work?
Wiltshire-based startups seem to have a particularly strong chance of being a success.
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What it takes to run a business
This factsheet helps you assess your personal abilities and resources in relation to those that will typically be required to run your own business.
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Credit manager launches own consultancy
After working in credit management for many years Nicki Kinton decided she wanted to make a positive difference.

News
Launch of TikTok #BeYourOwnBoss Entrepreneurship C...
A competition supporting young people in the UK with ambitious ideas to run their own business has b...
Tim Burghes Published: 7/06/21
Applications Open for 2022 Energy Globe Awards
Financial awards honouring outstanding projects and initiatives worldwide in the field of sustainabl...
Joseph Palmer Published: 20/04/21
UK Social Entrepreneur Development Programme Accep...
Funding and specialist support are available for UK social entrepreneurs to help them develop as soc...
Joseph Palmer Published: 20/04/21
Government Launches Phase 8 of the Energy Entrepre...
£11 million is available for the UK’s energy entrepreneurs to realise their ambitions for new energy...
Joseph Palmer Published: 12/03/21
SHAKE Climate Change Programme Reopens for Food an...
Support is available for start-ups and entrepreneurs who are combating climate change with science o...
Joseph Palmer Published: 12/03/21
F Factor Competition for Tech Savvy Young Entrepre...
The F Factor is a UK-wide startup competition underpinned with active entrepreneurship education for...
Tim Burghes Published: 29/10/19
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Another Success for 'Young Enterprise Swindon' (YE...
Young Enterprise Swindon (YES) hosted its second official event with young professionals and guest s...
Tim Burghes Published: 2/08/19
Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge Launched with €100...
Support is available for deeptech start-ups or new technology projects from across the world that us...
Tim Burghes Published: 18/06/19
2019 Round Open: Stelios Awards for Disabled Entre...
These awards seek out and celebrate business ability by recognising exceptional disabled entrepreneu...
Tim Burghes Published: 18/06/19
YESwindon ignites entrepreneurial spirit at inaugu...
Over 40 young professionals from Swindon and Wiltshire come together.
Tim Burghes Published: 17/06/19
Innovate UK releases 2019-2020 Delivery Plan
Innovate UK sets out plan to drive sustainable economic growth through business-led innovation.
Tim Burghes Published: 11/06/19
Community News
New plan to promote Swindon launched
400 business leaders at Nationwide Building Society
Tim Burghes Published: 10/06/19
Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund: for research a...
A fund to strengthen UK science and business innovation and take on the biggest challenges that soci...
Tim Burghes Published: 26/04/19
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Swindon & Wiltshire Local Enterprise Partnership B...
SWLEP are looking to local business leaders to strengthen their Board.
Tim Burghes Published: 26/04/19
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What support is available for my small business?
Our modern Industrial Strategy is helping to support small businesses and improve productivity acros...
Tim Burghes Published: 19/03/19
Community News
E Classic Mini produced by Swindon company
Zero-emission makeover creates new electric model
Tim Burghes Published: 21/02/19
New ministerial champion to back jobs, growth and ...
Lord Henley to provide local leaders with a single point of contact in the heart of government.
Tim Burghes Published: 8/02/19
UK brings largest ever delegation to world's bigge...
Over 100 British companies are showcasing UK innovation in the technology and automotive sectors at ...
Tim Burghes Published: 8/01/19
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Power Up with up-to £100k TDAP funding
Helping to Accelerate SME Innovations to Market
Tim Burghes Published: 6/12/18
26,000 new businesses set up by entrepreneurial jo...
Jobseekers have set up more than 26,000 new businesses under the New Enterprise Allowance scheme.
Tim Burghes Published: 29/11/18
It's official the South West is the best place to ...
The South West continues to have the highest five-year survival rate
Tim Burghes Published: 21/11/18
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Businesses can Enjoy Discounts at Swindon’s Ground...
Trial the benefits and facilities Swindon's new work-space for entrepreneurs, pioneers and creative ...
Tim Burghes Published: 25/10/18
The IGL Grants Programme is now open! Apply now to...
IGL Grants Programme: Supporting randomised controlled trials to find out what works to increase inn...
Tim Burghes Published: 8/10/18
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Enterprising Britain Awards 2018
The 2018 Enterprising Britain Awards are now open for entries.
Tim Burghes Published: 24/04/18
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Could you be the South West FSB Small Business of ...
The South West awards final will be held at Somerset County Cricket Ground, Taunton on 20th February...
Kristina Angelova Published: 25/10/17

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Social Media and your Business
We all use social media today but what is it and how can your business use it?
Community News
Is your business taking advantage of the latest technology?
Don't fall behind this fast moving industry.
report
Accelerating the UK
Beauhurst has published an excellent report – Accelerating the UK – all about business accelerators;
Young Entrepreneurs Swindon Network Launch - The Purpose of Networks
Thursday 31 January sees the launch of the Young Entrepreneurs Swindon Network but what is the purpose of business network groups?
featured
Government support for young entrepreneurs
Top 5 things we are doing to support young entrepreneurs.
Essential Business Skills
Successful business leaders care for their people, providing opportunities to grow and develop. Successful business leaders need to know those skill s...

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