In summary
As our FSB Wales team is out and about meeting with members, it's always pleasing to hear about the different ways in which our member benefits help small businesses. This past month, a number of businesses have told us how useful our policy templates are, and how useful our online resources are. In addition to staying abreast of what events we have on, don't forget to remind yourself of the many benefits FSB membership gives you!
Featured news and events
Wales Monthly Update
As we head into March, the promise of spring brings fresh energy and exciting opportunities to connect in 2025! Stay up-to-date with our latest Wales Monthly Update, where we’ll reflect on February’s highlights and share what’s blooming on the horizon for the months ahead. Don’t miss out - dive in to stay in the loop with everything we’ve got planned!
Wales Monthly Update - March
West Wales Business Networking
Our West Wales Business Networking returns to The Queen’s Hall in Narberth this month, giving you the valuable opportunity to connect with other businesses and like-minded people from across the area. Rebecca Ahern, founder of Neos Partners Ltd, will be the guest speaker at this event and we look forward to hearing more from her about how businesses can gain clarity, focus and direction in their strategy, with a structured, pragmatic approach. This event is open to both FSB members and non-members, book your place today.
In other news
Cardiff Takes Pole Position as the Top City in the UK to Start a Business
Cardiff ranks as the UK’s leading hub for business growth in 2025, surpassing traditional economic powerhouses such as London and Manchester, according to new research conducted by private and commercial bank Arbuthnot Latham, which has revealed business density hotspots by analysing average population against companies registered in the last two years. According to the newly launched Business Growth Index, Cardiff has the highest business density in the country, seeing one new business registered for every 10 residents. The findings come as entrepreneurial activity surges across the UK, with nearly a million new businesses registered nationwide – a 34% increase from the previous year.
For more information please click here
An Introduction To Immersive Technology Course
University of Wales Trinity Saint David, are running a course to help your business unlock the potential of Immersive Technologies. This online course takes place over 10 lessons, allowing participants to learn at their own pace, and will explore the fundamentals of immersive technology, addressing common misconceptions and delving into the core element of Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR) and Virtual Reality (VR). Most importantly, by the end of the course, the emphasis will be on how these skills can be applied within an industry and business setting, supporting both business and personal development.
To find out more and to register, click here
Still in the 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
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Your FSB Development Manager for South Wales is Rob Basini. If you'd like more information about the topics above, or if you have news about this area that you'd like to share, please get in touch.
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