SHINE can help develop business skills and showcase work
SHINE, Sutton College’s Hub for Innovation, Networking & Entrepreneurship has now been integrated into mainstream College life, offering opportunities and support for students in a variety of ways. The new ‘Learn to Earn’ facility has been launched which offers students the opportunity to showcase and sell their work and skills via a pop up shop […]
Unique opportunity for residents to “adopt” World War One grave
Sutton’s First World War commemoration group has announced a major initiative which will co-incide with the planned range of remembrance events which will turn the nation’s focus towards the tragedy of the Battle of the Somme – in July 2016. In a unique initiative it is calling on individuals, groups and businesses across the borough […]
Eagle Gallery Framing moves to Wallington
Eagle Gallery Framing which was originally located in Carshalton High Street has now relocated to Wallington. The gallery has been up and running in a new studio and workshop since mid November 2015 and is now based at Stables Yard, Guy Road, Wallington SM6 7LY. “Our new premises offer the gallery a new spacious studio and workshop which is […]
New guide will explain benefits of apprenticeships
To co-incide with the Aprenticeship Week a new guide has been put together for Sutton bsuiness people to give a clearer understanding of what an apprenticeship is and how they work. It also sets out the benefits for both the employer and apprentice, as well as tips on how to get involved, and links to further […]
Does your business qualify for the Employment Allowance benefit
Sutton business advisers and accountants Harmer Slater has reminded local businesses about the Employment Allowance which was launched in April 2014 for all eligible businesses and charities. The allowance is offset against the employer’s Class 1 secondary National Insurance Contributions (NICs) and can be claimed through the regular payroll processes. The Employment Allowance will rise […]
Don’t forget there are penalties for filing accounts late
Sutton business advisers and accountants Harmer Slater has reminded the borough’s businessmen there are late filing penalties which are designed to encourage companies to file their accounts and reports on time. The penalties were introduced in 1992 and were significantly increased from February 2009. All companies, private and public, large or small, trading or non-trading must […]
Borough’s new apprenticeship hub is now launched
Sutton’s new Apprenticeship Hub has today revealed its ‘Careers Live’ platform, a place where local business owners can advertise their apprenticeship opportunities, for young people in the area to see and apply for. The free-to-use job listings and search portal, which already has 20 apprenticeship opportunities listed, is designed to help Sutton’s small to medium […]
Sources of funding available for Sutton’s social entrepreneurs
Sutton’s Social Enterprises can find out more about sources of funding from the latest event being organised by School for Social Entreprenseurs. “We’ve got some cracking speakers on the bill for our Sources of Funding for Charities and Social Enterprises workshop on March 11th,” said a spokesperson. “Joining us on the day and sharing their […]
Sutton Green Party says TTIP could je0pardise local economy
Sutton Green Party has welcomed the launch of the new Business Against TTIP platform. The Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP), a major new deal being negotiated behind closed doors between the EU and USA, will put at risk Sutton’s vibrant local economy and its 6,600 businesses, says Sutton Green Party. Business Against TTIP is an […]
Holiday let cottage business specialises in Kent and Sussex
Thinking about wanting or needing a holiday let cottage in Kent or Sussex then a Bramley and Teal can help. Bramley and Teal Holiday Cottages specialise in Kent and Sussex Holiday homes. They understand the importance not just of promoting themselves to holiday home owners and potential guests but working collaboratively and building relationships with […]