In summary
As we move forward into 2025, we continue to make sure that the voice of small business is heard locally and nationally, to support businesses across Wales with key member benefits, and to provide opportunities across Wales for businesses to meet and make productive links. Please do keep an eye out for upcoming events and get in touch if there’s anything you’d like to discuss.
Featured news and events
Wales Monthly Update
As we head into February, our focus is on an exciting calendar of events and opportunities to connect in 2025! Stay up-to-date with the latest in our Wales Monthly Update, where we’ll reflect on January’s highlights and share what’s on the horizon in the coming months. Don’t miss out - dive in to stay in the loop with everything we’ve got planned!
Wales Monthly Update - February
Wales in India - Small Business Event
2024 has been the year of Wales In India, celebrating the links between the two countries across art and culture, education, health, business and human rights. As well as strengthening ties, it has helped foster new trade and investment opportunities, championed cultural and sporting connections, and cemented academic and healthcare collaborations. Take the chance on Friday 21 February to explore and develop business opportunities still available, and join us to network with other tourism based businesses across the area. A buffet lunch will be provided at this event, open to FSB members and non-members, book your place today!
In other news
Careers Wales Personal Learning Account Programme
The Personal Learning Account (PLA) Programme provides support across Wales for eligible individuals for gain higher level skills, enabling them to access a wider range of job opportunities. By providing flexible and fully funded learning, online or face-to-face, the chance to study towards gaining new skills and qualifications aligned to sectors with skills shortages including Net Zero & Green Technologies, Digital Skills, Logistics, Manufacturing, Hospitality and Health & Social Care. All available courses through the PLA Programme are funded by the Welsh Government.
For more information on the eligibility criteria and how to apply, click here
Tata Transition Business Support
Various streams of funding support have been announced to help those affected by recent announcements at Tata Steel and include:
- Supply Chain Transition Fund
- Employment & Skills Fund
- Business Start-Up Fund
- Business Resilience Fund
- Business Growth Fund
For more information on all of the funds mentioned above, click here
Still in the news
Vale of Glamorgan Support for businesses looking to advance their Net-Zero Goals
Businesses in the Vale of Glamorgan looking to develop innovative green solutions and take their sustainability efforts to the next level, may be able to access a fully funded 6-month initiative, designed to help Small and Medium-sized Enterprises achieve net-zero goals while tackling critical green challenges faced by local authorities and society.
The programme is due to start at the end of January 2025, highlights of this programme include:
- 1:1 Support to develop robust decarbonisation plans
- Monthly Peer-to-Peer Meetings
- Monthly Workshops
- Social Events
- 100% Fully Funded
- Access to Expertise
- Networking Opportunities
For more information and to apply, click here
Unlocking Opportunities for Welsh Businesses at PropTech 2025
Welsh businesses operating in property, construction, and technology sectors have a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and forge strategic connections by attending PropTech 2025, one of Europe’s leading events dedicated to digital innovation in the built environment. The conference brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and technology pioneers to explore the latest trends in property technology, from smart building solutions to data-driven decision-making.
For Welsh businesses looking to attend, you can showcase your expertise on a global stage, connect with potential investors and partners, and gain firsthand exposure to cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of property development.
For more information, click here
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