Local Business News from your Development Manager 23 June 2023 | Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight

Local News 23 Jun 2023

A round up of recent business news for Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight

Watch a roundup of local business news for Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight here:
Coming up next week – FSB Meet Up in Christchurch 

Come along and join us at Two Rivers Refill in Christchurch for some in person networking.  There’s no cost to attend, but please book here

Virtual Business Advice and Signposting Clinic coming up on Monday 

I have a couple of spaces left at my virtual business advice and signposting clinic, so please do book a slot if you’d like to discuss your business? 

Pan-Hampshire County Deal 

Central Government have confirmed that a County Deal for the region, designed to bring significant investment into Hampshire’s economy, must incorporate the County and neighbouring unitary authorities, if it is to be progressed.  Hampshire County Council along with Leaders of Portsmouth and Southampton City Councils and the Isle of Wight Council will now be invited to participate in negotiations with Government to move a potential Pan-Hampshire Deal forward. 

Google Digital Garage Series offering business support  

Solent’s Digital Skills Partnership Manager, Rich Burn has arranged a series of free online sessions for startup business owners or those looking to refresh their digital marketing, social media and Google knowledge. If you live in the Southampton, Portsmouth, Fareham, Gosport or Isle of Wight region, this one is for you!  The idea is that you sign up to all three sessions. The first one is due to take place on 5 July and you can sign up here

Meet the author

Nicola Kildunne

Nicola Kildunne

Development Manager: Dorset • Hampshire & IOW