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Financial Support available from Recruit and Train programme

Monday 21 October 2024

If you’re looking to take on new employees within your business, new funding has launched through the Recruit and Train programme. Jointly funded by Cardiff Capital Region and the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund, Recruit and Train is offering any business that meets the following criteria an opportunity to receive £2k and expert guidance on […]

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Upcoming Cardiff Capital Region events

Friday 11 October 2024

Three events hosted by Cardiff Capital Region are taking place next month to help you grow your business and get support. Funding and Support for Business Date: Wednesday 6 November Time: 9am – 12pm Location: Bridgend College, Cowbridge Road, Bridgend, CF31 3DF Whether you’re seeking funding and support to fuel business growth or want to […]

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Quickstart Bridgend success with local businesses

Friday 20 September 2024

Businesses across Bridgend County Borough are benefitting from the new Quickstart Bridgend scheme, with new recruits making a great impression in their new roles. The host employers can reclaim the salary costs of the new placements for up to six months, supporting them with their growth ambitions. The Quickstart Bridgend project supports short term, paid […]

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Businesswomen wanted for local financial podcast

Friday 26 July 2024

Magenta Financial Planning are looking for businesswomen within Bridgend County Borough to be guests on their new podcast. The podcast, Women Talking Money, runs on a weekly basis and focuses on celebrating the diverse experiences of women within the world of business, and challenging societal norms about money. Each episode features a guest who can […]

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Properties available to rent for businesses in Porthcawl

Monday 15 July 2024

Two containers are available for businesses to rent in Porthcawl for the purpose of boosting small commercial business enterprises in the area. The containers are situated in Hillsboro South car park, next to the Harlequin building and are available for a temporary period of 3 years. Any businesses who are interested must adhere to the […]

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Have your say on the impact of climate change in Bridgend County Borough

Wednesday 10 July 2024

Cwm Taf Morgannwg Public Service Board (PSB) is undertaking an assessment to gauge the potential impact of climate change on organisations and communities across Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr and Bridgend County Borough areas. An essential part of this assessment involves input from local organisations, residents, community groups and businesses to share their understanding around the […]

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Applications for Creative Wales’s Music Revenue Fund open

Wednesday 26 June 2024

The second round of applications for the Creative Wales Music Revenue Fund are now open. Music businesses across Bridgend County Borough will be able to apply for grants between £20,000 and £40,000 to spend on projects that can benefit from support due to financial constraints. Particular focus will be on: Campaigns for new releases The […]

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Final call for applications for Bridgend Council’s Business Development Grant

Thursday 20 June 2024

Funded by the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), the Business Development Grant scheme supports businesses in Bridgend County Borough to diversify, decarbonise and grow. We are making a final call to businesses to make an application under the scheme, as it is due to close in the next few months (or sooner if the […]

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PopUp Wales space in Adare Street a success

Wednesday 8 May 2024

PopUp Wales have been celebrating the success of The PopUp Space on Adare Street in Bridgend town centre, which recently opened its doors. The initiative, launched by Urban Foundry, have been running alongside The Social Enterprise Programme organised by Cwmpas. The space was secured as a meanwhile space to support local businesses through free shop […]

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Join us at our upcoming Business Support Fair

Wednesday 1 May 2024

Businesses across Bridgend County Borough are being invited to attend a Business Support Fair organised by the council’s Enterprise team. The free event will be taking place on Thursday 23 May between 4pm and 6pm at the Indoor Bowls Hall, Angel Street, Bridgend, CF31 4AH. This free drop-in session is aimed at new start-ups and […]

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