Rochford Business

@RochfordDC is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 Rochford District Business Awards, in assoc. Toomey Motor Group, with thanks to our category sponsors who sat in as guest judges. It was a difficult task! Congrats to all winners. View full list: orlo.uk/QD6kg

Ready to innovate, grow and lead with confidence? The Elevation Lab offers FREE workshops on Innovation, Funding, Marketing & Pitching. Exclusive to Rochford District businesses. Apply by 25 Feb: orlo.uk/Ina5H #UKSPF

Decide the winner of the Customer Experience Excellence Award sponsored by #EssexGrowthAgency in the Rochford District Biz Awards Vote closes 9 am on 16/2: orlo.uk/MAXnm Joanna Twyman Permanent Makeup Specialists Launchpad Manzano Lounge Nest in Essex NxtGen Energy

The Rochford District Business Forum is now underway with a great turnout. Sam from #SEATS currently taking about Apprenticeships & free support for businesses #NAW2026

We are celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by welcoming three new apprentices through our joint scheme with Brentwood Borough Council. They are gaining experience in HR, public health and customer services. Read the full press release here: orlo.uk/AaDvk #NAW2026

Unlock your business growth with the fully funded Elevation Lab! 🚀 4 expert workshops, 1:1 mentoring + 6 months support. Only 20 spaces for Rochford District businesses. Apply before 25 Feb 👉 orlo.uk/97Vq7 @RochfordDC #UKSPF

Decide the winner of the Customer Experience Excellence Award sponsored by #EssexGrowthAgency in the Rochford District Biz Awards Vote now til 9 am on 16/2: orlo.uk/eqZ7p Joanna Twyman Permanent Makeup Specialists Launchpad Manzano Lounge Nest in Essex NxtGen Energy

The Rochford Local Plan consultation is now LIVE. It's time to comment on early ideas about how our area could look over the next 15 years. If you're in business in the district, we want to hear what you think. orlo.uk/oYUep #LocalPlan #Essex #EssexBiz #RochfordBiz

🏆 @RochfordDC is proud to announce the finalists for the Rochford District Business Awards 2026 in assoc. with Toomey Motor Group 🏆 With thanks to our category sponsors who were guest judges. Awards Ceremony on 12/3/26 Please view the full list here: orlo.uk/8PJ9j

Great day @TheFitzwimarcSchool doing mock interviews with Year 11 & 12. Very impressed with all the students we saw. Good to see so many local businesses volunteering 👏 #dreambig #employability #skills

FREE business networking event with latest updates from Rochford District Council Book here: orlo.uk/Qoxtz 📅 Wednesday 11 February 2026 | 11.30 am – 1.30 pm 📍 Apton Hall, Apton Hall Road, Rochford, SS4 3RH. Hear about local biz support + lunch @RochfordDC

FREE business networking event with latest updates from Rochford District Council Book here: orlo.uk/KVmR0 📅 Wednesday 11 February 2026 | 11.30 am – 1.30 pm 📍 Apton Hall, Apton Hall Road, Rochford, SS4 3RH. Hear about local biz support + lunch @RochfordDC

Unlock your business growth with the fully funded Elevation Lab! 🚀 4 expert workshops, 1:1 mentoring + 6 months support. Only 20 spaces for Rochford District businesses. Apply before 25 Feb 👉 orlo.uk/3rR3W @RochfordDC #UKSPF

We're asking residents and businesses to share their views on proposed updates to our Alcohol Licensing Policy. These updates aim to support good practice and safer environments. Please complete the survey before 1 February, visit orlo.uk/aAtWj

Rochford District Business Awards 2026 in assoc with #ToomeyMotorGroup closing tomorrow Fri 16/1 @5 pm Both winners & finalists receive a digital badge Self-nominations are encouraged & enter up to 3 categories. Apply here: orlo.uk/Nzl3Z @RochfordDC #businessawards

Got a side hustle bringing in a bit of extra cash? From selling online to freelancing on the side – if you earn over £1,000, you need to let us know. 💷 Don’t worry, we’re here to help you get it right ✅ Find out what you need to do – click the link below. taxhelpforhustles.campaign.gov.uk/?&utm_source=t…

Introducing The Elevation Lab — Rochford District’s Business Leadership Accelerator. Fully funded, it covers Innovation, Funding & Finance, Marketing for Growth and Pitching. Includes 1:1 mentoring + 6 months’ support. Apply now: orlo.uk/wP1kD #UKSPF @RochfordDC

Now Open: Innovate & Elevate Rochford District! Rochford businesses can now access over £2,000 of expert led training & 1:1 support for FREE thanks to Rochford District Council & UKSPF. Apply now: orlo.uk/lxkQo #InnovateAndElevate #RochfordBusiness #UKSPF @RochfordDC

Local Government Reorganisation is under consultation. Four proposals are on the table, including Best4Essex. Your views matter. See the proposals and share your views: orlo.uk/OTYDJ Closes 11 January.

LAST CHANCE Boost your business with our Help to Grow Management Course bursary worth £750 10 Rochford District businesses get a fully funded place: learn leadership, marketing & finance Next cohort starts Jan 2026. Book now: orlo.uk/anXGA @AngliaRuskin @RochfordDC