Neil Eames

Well done to all our #SouthWest volunteers- you do some great work! #ProudToBeFSB @FSBCornwall @FSBDevon @FSBGlosandWoE @FSBHantsIoWDor @eames_neil

The Government must take action to avoid an #energy-cost cliff edge in April when support for small businesses will be significantly reduced. We outlined our key energy recommendations to the Government to @FT 👇 ft.com/content/65056e…

Following our local government awards, we've actually just won an award ourselves for our First Voice magazine, produced for us by the wonderful @WeAreRedactive 😊

A great morning at the #localgovawardsfsb just thought I’d share my thoughts on what great stories of best practice & collaborative working were shared from the finalists. Congrats to all the winners and look forward to continuing to work with you at @fsb_policy

Congratulations to the All England winner of the “Future Ready” at the #localgovawardsfsb which is @SpelthorneBC announced by @FraggleWorks 👏👏

Wow @eastdevon what brilliant news - I'm so delighted that you have won the South West award for Future Ready. Very very well deserved #LocalGovAwardsFSB

Huge well done to @mkcouncil for winning the South Central Programme of Business Support Award at the #LocalGovAwardsFSB Huge congratulations to Sarah and the fantastic team at @mkcouncil 🏆 🎉 🙌🏼

Great to see two of the four councils shortlisted for the FSB award for Programme of Business Support in the #SouthWest came from #Gloucestershire & #WestofEngland. Congratulations to those shortlisted in this #LocalGovAwardsFSB category @GloucesterCity & @BristolCouncil

Congratulations to @growthskillshub & @CornwallCouncil - South West Regional Winners in the Programme of Business Support category of our #LocalGovAwardsFSB. They do an amazing job in supporting businesses in #Cornwall. Check them out here: ciosgrowthhub.com

We’re live the #localgovawardsfsb are go, gold envelopes are to be opened soon, good luck to all the local authorities who’ve entered @fsb_policy

Great to be watching our first #LocalGovAwardsFSB this morning! Good luck to all councils

So thrilled to see @CheltenhamBC win the trophy for the best Covid 19 support for #SMEs in the South West region at the inaugural #LocalGovAwardsFSB. A very well deserved award..... #glosbiz @growthhubchelt @MarketingChelt @CheltenhamBID @TURFcheltenham #Cheltenham

Our @fsb_policy Scaling Up Skills report found 64% of small employers could provide more training with government help. The Apprenticeship Levy must be maintained and more financial assistance offered to small employers taking on apprentices or hosting T-Levels #ScaleUpSkills

Last call to any councils who haven't yet sent in an application for the #FSB Local Government Awards

There is a great new business support programme for #Swindon #SmallBiz @FoundrySwindon . New cohorts start every 3 months so find out more here bit.ly/3pJMZNj @SwindonCouncil

We are delighted to announce the launch of the #FSBawards for the #SouthWest to give a chance for you to show you are the 'best in the West' - and maybe win a UK FSB title too! 🏆 For further info on the awards – open to #FSB members & non-members - see fsbawards.co.uk

Portsmouth-based start-up or #SME? Join @ShapingPortsmth on 13 Sept & learn about 2 programmes: Start-up & Thrive, & Crowdfund Portsmouth. Book an appointment, apply for match-funding of up to £5K, & explore support options available. Register at contactus@shapingportsmouth.co.uk

1/2: The energy crisis facing small businesses is disastrous. Unlike large corporates, small firms can’t hedge costs and negotiate deals with their large energy suppliers. Many of our members say that, without support, these eye-watering energy bills could be the final blow...

Calling all those councils who haven't yet sent in an application for the FSB Local Government Awards - you have a little more time

We are hosting the event mentioned in the short video below tomorrow and all are invited. It is about retention, training and recruitment for SME employers in #Bath #Bristol #SouthGloucestershire and #NorthSomerset with ⁦@WestofEnglandCA⁩. Sign up at ow.ly/gAaW50JRJvj