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Hope everyone isn't having too buzzzzzy a Monday this #worldbeeday? As part of Queensland’s Small Business Month (QSBM), Trade and Investment Queensland spotlights Honeybiz Australia as 1 of 41 Queensland businesses in the New Market eCommerce Program. Learn more about Honeybiz Australia and fellow small businesses on the program below. #aussiemates #smallbusiness #tradeandinvestment Melissa Zajic I Jackie Y. I Viki Forrest

Now I don't know how you start your Mondays's but I think a nice little insight into the great work Northumberland have done in operating the Supplier Incentive Programme for suppliers to get faster payments on invoices is a great way to start. Northumberland is just one of many councils throughout the UK that offer the ability for suppliers to get prioritised cashflow, increase the visibility of their businesses, improve upon key relationships with key stakeholders as well as improving the invoicing efficiency. So, in short allowing suppliers their precious time back to put into the business that needs them the most. If you work with Northumberland or some other councils we work with and what I have just mentioned strikes a chord with what you are aiming to do with your business this year as well as how we are racing towards the end of financial year. Then you know what to do slide into the DM's, have a read below or pop me an email at alex.jones@oxygen-finance.com so you can see for yourself what could work for your business in 2024. #publicsector #publicsectorinnovation #publicsectorprocurement #EarlyPayment #Northumberland #Suppliers #cashflow

Watching Laura Kuenssberg discussing the UK Government's support for hospitality this morning really highlights the disparity between England and Scotland. While our English colleagues receive a further year of 75% discount on business rates, the Scottish Government has not passed on the same support to our hospitality sector. This will be the third year in a row that Scotland's hospitality businesses have not benefited from the same help. It's not just the lack of support that's affecting our sector. Policies like STL, Tourism Levy, DRS, Alcohol Advertising, Glasgow City Council's increased tax on working people with 10 pm parking charges, and WPL are all having a devastating effect on our confidence. As a result, twice as many hospitality businesses have permanently closed in Scotland than in England. We can't afford to ignore this issue any longer. Family-owned businesses are the backbone of Scottish hospitality, and they need to be able to thrive, not be strangled at every level. While some businesses are doing well, we can do so much better. We can't leave behind our small family-owned businesses that support communities, local jobs, and local supply chains. Complete NDR reform is needed, and we will continue to work hard with Ministers to bring about that change. The ask of the Scottish Hospitality Group of the Scottish Government is very clear: Let us work together, in partnership, with vigour and speed, to ensure that our hospitality sector, including small businesses, is given the support it needs to succeed. #hospitality #Scotland #supportsmallbusinesses The Scottish Hospitality Group

Celebrating success is great. But let’s talk about when we get it wrong… 👎   I know it isn’t always easy to own up to mistakes made in the world of work, but our failures, as much as our successes, shape us into who we are today. 👇 Only working on projects that we KNOW we will succeed on, limits our chance for progression. ⏩ By taking risks and accepting that we might fail, we learn, we grow, and we improve our behaviours. 🧠 That’s why I’ve posted on the World Commerce & Contracting Community Platform asking peers to share moments that might not have gone the way they intended and how this experience has helped them going forward. If you are a WorldCC member, please head over to the community and join in the discussion!  🔗 Kate Hodgins Nikki Mackay Catherine King Matt Tizzard Pablo CILOTTA Stephanie Richardson https://lnkd.in/e4mBde7J #community #CCM #Contracts #failure #success

❗ SOLD OUT Event - Amanda is speaking at Small Business Week! It all starts tomorrow at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre. Have you been thinking about tendering for government contracts, but not sure where to start? Amanda alongside fellow panelists Phillip Dowsett, Jason Dreimanis & Dave Andrews will discuss how South Australian businesses within the goods and services sector can maximise their success when tendering or quoting for government contracts. Want to go but couldn't get a ticket? Comment 'TICKETS' below and we'll get you on the waiting list 😉 #smallbusinessweek #government #business

🔔 Competition Reminder!! 🔔 On what is an incredibly cold day today, I've got a slight reminder on what could warm your day up a little! If anyone didn't see my post at the start of the month, we've been running a competition from 1st January until 8th March for a chance for one of you lucky recruiters to win a trip to Dublin from 16th March -18th March, over St Paddy's day weekend! All you have to do is when you send a candidate to Payments Pro Umbrella CC in competitions@paymentspro.co.uk and you and 3 others could be heading to Dublin for the weekend! With a few already entered into the competition, I wouldn't waste time in getting started! Plenty of time to go, so get your referrals into myself and I'll put in a good word for you. If you don't currently use Payments Pro Umbrella then don't hesitate to drop me a message or give me a call and we can discuss how we'll help you and your candidates, as well as getting you set up to enter into our quarterly competitions! P: 07513 131978 E: d.macfarlane@paymentspro.co.uk Dan Moss Conner Vittorio Dente Lauren Stoddard Joe Blinston Lorna Jackson #recruitment #contractors #contractrecruitment #dublin #competition #umbrellacompany #cis #education #healthcare #itbusiness #logistics

The UK hospitality sector is on the brink of a massive financial challenge as business rates relief is set to end on 31 March. Capcon is actively supporting UKHospitality who are advocating for a new lower business rates multiplier to protect the industry. Please read our article for more details... #UKHospitality #BusinessRates #CapconSupports #AdvocacyForChange #HospitalityIndustry

As President of Castlebar Chamber I was delighted to welcome Minister Michael McGrath Department of Finance Ireland on Thursday 25th April to #Castlebar at Breaffy House Resort to raise issues concerning Castlebar's businesses. Thanks to Lisa Chambers for facilitating our request for a meeting with the Minister and Dara Calleary for attending. Also present at the meeting were Westport Chamber, Ballina Chamber of Commerce, Irish Hotels Federation Restaurant Association of Ireland nd Vintners' Federation of Ireland (VFI). I raised the following issues on behalf of Castlebar: 1: The rising cost of doing business. Anne went through a thorough list of rising costs followed by requesting 3 key changes: (a) Significantly reduce employers' PRSI. (b) Review the VAT rate for hospitality, considering a reduction from 13.5% to 9%. (c) Halt the increase in excise duty. 2: Infrastructure and mobility improvement Hiighlighting infrastructure is the backbone of economic development and identified several areas where improvements are urgently needed. The 3 key changes: (a) Prompt action on the development of Knock Airport (b) Advocated for an increase in Dublin airport's passenger cap to 40 million, ensuring better connectivity and flexibility for businesses in Castlebar and across Mayo. (c) Develop the rail network to connect the 3 main ports (Dublin, Rosslare, and Limerick). In conclusion I reminded the Minister that Castlebar and Mayo are primed for increased investment from the international market and highlighted Castlebar's accolades, including winning the best town for work-life balance, several tidy town awards, the Bank of Ireland Rising Star Award, and its reputation as a well-known enterprise town. My message was clear: Castlebar is open for business. The chamber undertook to formally communicate the above to the Minister and his department, and we look forward to his response. #CastlebarChamber #BusinessGrowth #InfrastructureImprovement #Castlebar #MayoInvestmentOpportunities #CommunityEngagement #chamber

€256,000 Over 42 Months – Supporting Dublin's Hospitality Sector 🍽️ Flurish recently helped a renowned Dublin restaurant chain streamline its finances by consolidating multiple debt facilities into a single loan. This move not only simplified their payments but also freed up vital cash flow for the day-to-day running of the business—critical in today’s challenging hospitality environment. At Flurish, we’re proud to be a trusted partner for the hospitality sector. In just the last 45 days, we’ve provided close to €700,000 in working capital to support 3 businesses in this industry. Whether you need to consolidate debts, boost cash flow, or invest in growth, we’re here to help your business thrive. Let’s grow together! 🌱 #HospitalityFinance #BusinessSupport #IrishBusiness #CashFlowSolutions #FlurishFinance #GoFlurish #SME

As we see politicians pulling pints in pubs during their election campaigns, it’s a stark reminder of the central role pubs and hospitality venues play in our communities. However, the real support needed goes beyond photo opportunities. With today’s general election in the UK, it's crucial for the incoming government to back our beloved pubs and hospitality sector. Key initiatives should include: - Ensuring the current business rates re-evaluation doesn't lead to unsustainable rate increases. - Introducing a cap on energy prices for businesses to help manage operational costs. - Reviewing the Pub Code adjudication system to balance the scales fairly between pub tenants and pub-cos. Over-inflated beer prices for tied pubs should be addressed. - Implementing a VAT Relief system specifically for smaller businesses to provide much-needed financial respite. Caroline Nokes MP kindly agreed to open our pub a few years ago, however, she did not ask me one question about the business or what support we needed. Let’s hope for a government that truly understands and supports the backbone of our local economies. Cheers to a brighter future for our pubs! #SupportLocal #PubsMatter #HospitalityHeroes #ElectionDay2024 #BusinessRates #EnergyCap #VATRelief