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This is a new tax that will apply to plastic packaging manufactured in, or imported into the UK Read more

From 1 January 2022, exports between Great Britain and the EU will be subject to full customs controls. This means that goods must be presented to customs and the export declarations must be entered into HMRC systems to decide if any further physical checks are required. Read more

Jade Uko, Development Manager-Essex Federation of Small Businesses shares her blog on collectivism and why business memberships for women in business can enhance their success. Read more

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During the pandemic measures were brought in to ensure that hospitality businesses no longer needed planning permission to put up marquees on their land and councils no longer needed planning permission to hold an outdoor market. Following a public consultation the government has announced that these measures will be permanent in a bid to draw […] Read more

The Government has announced new financial support for all businesses, and particularly those in the leisure, hospitality, and cultural sectors. Read more

Shop, eat, visit and be merry with independent businesses this festive season. As well as discovering unique places, local produce and special gifts, you’ll be helping to support jobs, communities and the environment. Read more

With the festive season fast approaching we wanted to let all you all know that the BEST growth Hub will still be operating over the holiday period.  For our upcoming opening hours please Read more

The BEST Growth Hub (BEST) have teamed up with provider partner, South-East Business Boost, (SEBB) to support the Castlepoint Business Support Day on the 2nd of December, taking place at the Old Fire Station, Hadleigh, Benfleet SS7 2PB Read more

We are over the moon to have won a Classic NOVO Award at CLIP. We’re incredible proud to share this achievement with all the talented young musicians we worked with across the East of England. Read more