Working with Shaping Portsmouth

Local News 22 Jun 2023

FSB is working with Shaping Portsmouth to support Portsmouth’s businesses 

FSB Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight is working with Shaping Portsmouth to provide support to businesses and the self-employed in Portsmouth. 

You don’t have to be an FSB member to benefit from a range of opportunities that can help you run your business. 

Watch Nicky, a member of the FSB team supporting Portsmouth businesses, give a quick summary of the support available to all below: 

Open to all Portsmouth Businesses – both FSB Members and Non-Members 

Networking and business support events 

Wide range of events including networking and webinars – both virtual and in person 

Local Business News Channel  

Weekly news updates outlining business support, grants/funding and other opportunities available right now, across the area 

Free Business Guides and Resources 

Explore hundreds of jargon-free articles, guides and more, all designed for small businesses and the self-employed. 

FSB ‘On Demand’ Recorded Webinars Library 

Vast library of free to access recorded business support webinars 

 

If you become an FSB Member, you have access to a full range of resources, tools and support to help you achieve your business goals.  Prices start from just £195 per year.  

 

Exclusively for FSB Members 

Legal Hub 

Online legal documents for small businesses at your fingertips. Search over 1,400 documents, templates, policies and more, on everything from tax to cyber security. Checked by real lawyers, fully compliant and easy to use. 

Legal Protection Scheme 

Protect your business against the unexpected. Legal expenses insurance designed just for small businesses, backed by 24/7 legal advice, expert tax guidance and online support. All at no extra cost. 

Tax Investigation Protection 

Tax advice and protection that small businesses can depend on. Comprehensive support and tax investigation insurance for certain business-related HMRC enquiries, all at no extra cost. We’re on your side. 

Debt Recovery 

It’s time to get the money you’re owed. Step-by-step guidance on chasing late payments, 24/7 support, free DIY template letters and clear, discounted legal costs. Let’s get started 

Training 

Upskill your small business with over 685 CPD certified online training courses, with exclusive member discounts for you and your team. 

Business Banking 

Keep banking simple with a business current account by The Co-operative Bank for FSB members. Free for the duration of your membership and FSCS protected. 

Employment Protection 

Your go-to for HR advice, available 24/7. Stay compliant with employment law, no matter how small your team. Speak to employment solicitors for advice, download template documents and have peace of mind with employment tribunal insurance 

Insurance Service 

Designed by small businesses for small businesses. An award-winning full general insurance broking service with discounts, tailored support and a dedicated insurance advice line. We’re here to help 

Payroll and Pensions 

Payroll and pensions compliance made easy. Comprehensive support for small employers including a discounted payroll service and tailored workplace pensions packages. Let’s get started. 

Health and Safety 

It doesn’t have to be risky business. With workplace health and safety advice from industry experts, as well as online documentation and on-demand training, you’re in safe hands 

Payments 

Selling made simple for small businesses. However you do business, stay ahead of the competition with fast, secure and reliable payment solutions from the market-leading payment provider, Worldpay from FIS. Let's get started. 

PR and Crisis Management 

Put your best foot forward and protect your reputation. Professional PR advice for small businesses, with specialist crisis communications support and insurance of up to £10,000 in the event of a major public relations crisis 

Big Voice 

It’s time to make a difference. An online research community, free to join for FSB members. Share your views and shape the insights that influence policy decisions by governments and senior politicians in the UK. Have your voice heard. 

Care 

Your health and wellbeing is a priority. Access confidential and long-term support for physical or mental health conditions from a team of experienced nurses. We’re here for you 

First Voice 

An award-winning business magazine exclusively for FSB members, packed with the latest news, advice and information that small business owners and the self-employed need to know 

Funding Platform 

Small business finance made simple. A dedicated funding platform with one quick application, impartial financial advice and 24/7 support, exclusively for FSB members. Let’s get started 

FSB pirkx 

Affordable wellbeing benefits for small business owners and the self-employed from pirkx. 24/7 telephone and online GP and unlimited telephone counselling for members and their families, virtual physio, discounted health cash plans and insurances, advice and more. 

Making Tax Digital 

Comply with MTD VAT using expert resources and a HMRC recognised solution for small businesses and the self-employed. 


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Meet the author

Nicola Kildunne

Nicola Kildunne

Development Manager: Dorset • Hampshire & IOW