Do you run or manage a local business? Do you want your views to shape how we invest in and support our economy? If you answered yes, then Runnymede Borough Council wants to hear from you!

The Council invites you to complete a quick and easy survey, where your views will help to form the borough’s new Economic Development Strategy.

As a bonus for taking part, survey participants will be entered into a prize draw to win a ‘Guilt Free Golf’ voucher for two couples, at the luxury Foxhills Club and Resort in, Ottershaw, Surrey.

Click the link here to complete the survey.

The Government aims to have everyone aged 18 years and over vaccinated by 19 July.

If you are a large employer the Covid-19 vaccination service can come to your business premises to enable your staff to get vaccinated at their place of work.

If you are interested in this service please contact: [email protected] or 07803 124289 to arrange a convenient time and date.

These awards celebrate the best businesses in the county. There are 15 trophies to be won with awards for all-round excellence, as well as for those businesses demonstrating special strengths in areas such as innovation, customer service and professional services.

The event will also recognise businesses that were forced to pivot in another direction to survive the events of 2020.

This is a fantastic way of raising the profile of your business. It’s free and easy to enter. Go to Surrey Business Awards.

Businesses can submit up to three entries. The deadline is 1 September 2021.

Blockchain technology can help you cut your costs, reduce risks, and improve your information sharing, security and integrity.

The Blockstart Programme is a free training programme designed to help businesses in healthcare, agrofood, logistics and supply chains find out more about the benefits of using blockchain technology.

To register contact [email protected] or apply here.

Find solutions to the real issues your business is facing by working with other local business leaders facing similar challenges.

Peer Networks brings together business leaders working collaboratively to find solutions to common problems. It is a completely free programme, all it takes is a few hours of your time each month. You can join virtual sessions from the comfort of your home or office.

To find out more go to Peer Networks

South Western Railway customers who split their time between home and the office could save money and enjoy more flexible travel thanks to new flexible tickets.

The new Flexi Season ticket will enable customers to travel on any eight days in a 28-day period.

For more information on Flexi Season tickets, visit: Season ticket calculator

A new fund aimed at supporting the recovery of the events industry has been launched. The fund will provide financial support to not-for-profit organisations hosting domestic business events from 21 June to 17 December 2021.

Find out more at Domestic Support Fund

Did you know that an employer can claim £3000 for taking on an apprentice between 1 April and 30 September? This is in addition to the £1000 which can be claimed for taking on a 16 to 18 year old apprentice.

Hear more tips and advice for taking on an apprentice;

? Wednesday 7 July

⏰ 12pm – 1pm

? Online event

Surrey Apprenticeships Help to Grow

All small business owners are welcome to meet, network, and learn at these friendly virtual networking sessions.

? Tuesday 13 July

⏰ 9:30am – 10:30am

?Online event

Women in Business Virtual Networking

Join us on social media, where we will be posting regular updates on our Twitter and Instagram accounts. Our LinkedIn account has now moved to:

Runnymede Borough Council LinkedIn

Using social media has become an important tool for success this year, we've seen some really inventive ideas and ways of engaging with customers.

Come and say hello and follow us! We are happy to share your posts and profiles.