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Fenland for Business
Fenland for Business
Fenland for Business is responsible for supporting economic development and business growth in Fenland. Delivered by Fenland District Council, we are here to support new businesses to start, help local firms to grow and attract new investors to settle in the area.
We're experts on our region's economy with an excellent knowledge of our local businesses - what they do, how they work and what they need to continue being successful.
Supporting local economic growth
Our services support the activity of Fenland's businesses by proactively developing networks so organisations can make the most of new opportunities and tackle local business issues collaboratively.
Helping companies to get established and flourish
We're also here to help businesses thinking of establishing a presence in Fenland by supplying them with business critical information and helping them to develop strategic local connections. With our knowledge of the local economy, Fenland for Business is perfectly placed to provide unique and detailed insight that can inform strategic decision making by companies that call Fenland home and businesses that are new to or interested in the area.
Do you want to do business in Fenland?
If you need support developing your business or are thinking of bringing your company to the Fenland area, talk to us. We provide a professional, impartial and free service to any organisation. Once we have an understanding of your company's needs, we will provide you with the intelligence you need and connect you directly to the organisations and experts best equipped to help you succeed.
To find out more about what Fenland for Business can do for you, take a look here or get in touch.
Whether you have a great business idea, are looking to grow your existing business or are interested in establishing a presence in Fenland, we're here to help you with independent and free support. With our network of partner organisations and deep knowledge of the local economy, we can help with any business-related enquiry. Our particular specialisms lie in:
- Finance and grant funding
- International trade
- Property and development
- Recruitment and skills
- Resource efficiency
- Supporting inward investors
- Product Development and Research
We also manage a range of light industrial units and offices, including The Boathouse and the South Fens Business Centre, and organise a variety of networking and training sessions.
To hear about the latest national and local business support initiatives and upcoming events and webinars click here to join our mailing list.
Local Restrictions Support Grants (LRSG)
Businesses required to close due to the new national restrictions from 5 November to 2 December 2020 will be able to receive Local Restrictions Support Grants. These are worth up to £3,000 per month (four weeks).
View more information and apply at https://www.fenland.gov.uk/LRBSG
Businesses that are required to close but do not have a rateable value may be eligible for a discretionary Additional Restrictions Grant. Many businesses are not required to close but are severely impacted. Applications for the ARG scheme will open shortly - please keep an eye on this page. https://www.fenland.gov.uk/coronavirusbusinessadvice
Fenland Open For Business - Support Local Businesses
In the current crisis many businesses in Fenland have been able to adapt how they can provide goods and services now and for the future. The majority of local businesses are owned and run by local people, local members of the Fenland community. Please support your local business community by buying from them whenever possible. Take a look at who can provide you with what you're looking for by clicking here:
https://www.fenlandforbusiness.co.uk/coronavirus
COVID-19 Business Support
1. Business Support
Businesses will now be able to access government support to keep operating in the face of the global economic emergency brought on by coronavirus. The webpage below helps businesses find out how to access the support that has been made available, who is eligible, when the schemes are open and how to apply.
https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus/business-support?priority-taxon=774cee22-d896-44c1-a611-e3109cce8eae
2. COVID-19 early outbreak management action cards help fight the virus
The action cards provide instructions to anyone responsible for a business or organisation on what to do in the event of one or more confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in your organisation.
These quick-reference guides provide key steps to help you quickly identify, report and respond to any potential COVID-19 outbreak within your local community. A COVID-19 outbreak is one or more confirmed cases of COVID-19, depending on the type of organisation.
For details piease click here
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