Herefordshire Growth Hub

27/08/2026

The Green Advantage Programme is back! ♻️

If you're serious about embedding sustainability into your business, Aston University's expert-led course cuts through the noise.

Offering practical tools and a clear roadmap for the next 5–10 years through eight expert-led workshops.

You'll get peer networks, one-to-one coaching and the kind of clarity that actually drives growth. 💪

Find out more and apply now 👉 https://marchesgrowthhub.co.uk/businesses-urged-to-sign-up-for-green-advantage-programme/

27/08/2026

Are you developing innovative products or services for the defence and security sector?

The Defence & Security Grant could help accelerate your growth, support innovation, and unlock new opportunities. Don't miss the chance to access funding and take your business to the next level.


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Herefordshire Council

27/08/2026

Invest in your workforce and future-proof your business.

The Future Skills Fund can help businesses develop the skills they need to grow, improve productivity, and meet future challenges. Find out how funding could support training and workforce development.



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Herefordshire Council

19/08/2026

🌟 We're delighted to be sponsoring the Medium to Large Business of the Year category at the Herefordshire Means Business Herefordshire Business Awards 2026.

These awards are a fantastic opportunity to recognise and celebrate the outstanding businesses and their contribution to Herefordshire's economy and helping our county thrive.

Whether you're a growing business, an established employer or know a company that's doing amazing things, make sure you submit a nomination.

🏆 Explore all award categories and enter today: https://www.herefordshirebusinessawards.co.uk/

Deadline for applications is Friday 4th September.

17/08/2026

Our latest Herefordshire Growth Hub workshop is open for bookings:

Business Planning & Growth Forecasting Workshop
Plan with confidence. Grow with purpose.

Prepare your business through the creation of a clear, effective business road map.

Join this practical half-day workshop to create a clear business plan, identify growth opportunities, and build realistic forecasts that support sustainable success.

Whether you're launching a new venture, refining your business strategy, or preparing for future growth, having a clear plan is essential. This interactive workshop will help you step back from the day-to-day, assess where your business is now, and map out where you want it to go.

Through guided activities and practical tools, you'll gain clarity on your goals, understand the key drivers of growth, and learn how to forecast income, costs, and resources with greater confidence. You'll leave with a structured plan and actionable next steps to help you make informed decisions and achieve your business ambitions.

You'll learn how to:

🔵 Create a practical and effective business plan
🟢 Set realistic goals and growth targets
🔴 Identify opportunities and potential challenges
🔵 Develop financial and operational forecasts
🟢 Make informed decisions based on data and planning

This workshop is ideal for Herefordshire-based business owners, entrepreneurs, managers and anyone looking to strengthen their business strategy and plan for future growth.

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/business-planning-growth-forecasting-workshop-tickets-1997964386263?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*1juuapp*_up*MQ..*_ga*NDM4MTMwMTEzLjE3ODY3MDkyNjk.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3ODY3MDkyNjckbzEkZzEkdDE3ODY3MDkyOTQkajYwJGwwJGgw

This workshop is being delivered by Jon Johnson from Elevate Consultancy behalf of the Herefordshire Growth Hub.

This workshop is fully funded by Herefordshire Growth Hub and is open to Herefordshire based businesses, professionals and entrepreneurs.

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13/08/2026

New Herefordshire Growth Hub Workshop: Business Continuity & Resilience

Date: Wednesday 30th September
Time: 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Location: Elevate Business Lounge

Preparing your business for disruption, reducing risk and protecting future growth.

Join this practical half-day workshop to strengthen business continuity, reduce risk, and build resilience, helping your business adapt, respond, and thrive through challenges and change.

No business is immune to disruption. Whether it's cyber threats, supply chain issues, staff shortages, extreme weather, or unexpected financial challenges, the ability to respond effectively can make all the difference.

This interactive workshop will help you identify potential risks, understand your critical business functions, and create a practical continuity plan that protects your people, operations, customers, and reputation. You'll leave with actionable strategies and tools that can be applied immediately within your organisation.

You'll learn how to:

🔵 Identify and assess key business risks
🟢 Develop a practical business continuity plan
🔴 Strengthen resilience across your organisation
🔵 Respond effectively to unexpected disruptions
🟢 Reduce downtime and protect your reputation

This workshop is aimed at business owners, leaders, managers, and anyone responsible for organisational resilience and planning.

Leave with greater confidence, a clear action plan, and practical steps to help your business remain resilient in an ever-changing world.

This workshop is being delivered by Jon Johnson from Elevate Consultancy on behalf of the Herefordshire Growth Hub.

This workshop is fully funded by Herefordshire Growth Hub and is open to Herefordshire based businesses, professionals and entrepreneurs.

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/business-continuity-resilience-workshop-tickets-1994296082267?aff=ebdsoporgprofile&_gl=1*faqwmi*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTYwMTY4NzkyNi4xNzg2NTQ4NjY1*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3ODY1NDg2NjQkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODY1NDg2NjQkajYwJGwwJGgw

06/08/2026

Co-operative Futures are currently recruiting for a Co-operative Development Worker in Herefordshire.

If you're passionate about working with people, supporting communities, and helping develop co-operative and community-led initiatives, this could be a fantastic opportunity.

Take a look and share with anyone who might be interested.

📢 Co-operative Futures is hiring! 📢

Are you passionate about co‑operative values and community-led approaches? We're looking for a Co-operative Development Worker to support co‑operatives and community-owned businesses through advice, training and policy work.

💷 £31,000 – £36,000 pro rata salary
🕰️ Full-time permanent contract
🏡 Home-based
🌟 Generous benefits
✅ Opportunity to build a long-term career in the co‑operative sector

This is a varied, practical, people-focused role where you'll work with communities, workers and networks to promote the co-operative model.

If you'd enjoy building relationships and new initiatives, managing your own projects and working collaboratively as part of a small, supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply here: https://futures.coop/job-vacancies/

05/08/2026

An important milestone for Phase One of the Hereford Bypass

The Full Business Case for Phase One is now available online showing the how the scheme aims to improve connectivity, support economic growth and strengthen Herefordshire’s transport network.

05/08/2026

If you're a sole trader or landlord with gross income over £50,000 from self-employment and/or property on your 2024/25 tax return, it's time to submit your first MTD for Income Tax quarterly update to HMRC.

Find out more about what you need to do:

📢 Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax – First Quarterly Update Due by 7 August 2026

If you're a sole trader or landlord with gross income over £50,000 from self-employment and/or property on your 2024/25 tax return, it's time to submit your first MTD for Income Tax quarterly update to HMRC.

✅ Here's what you need to do:
• Sign up for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (if you haven't already).
• Authorise and connect your MTD-compatible software to HMRC. (You can also use spreadsheets with bridging software.)
• Check you've selected the correct accounting period in your software:

1 April – 31 March accounting period? Select 'calendar periods' before submitting your first update.
Otherwise, leave the default 6 April – 5 April tax year setting.
• Keep digital records of your income and expenses using MTD-compatible software.
• Submit your first quarterly update by 7 August 2026.

❓Not sure if MTD for Income Tax applies to you? HMRC's interactive checker can help confirm whether you're affected.

📚 HMRC also has helpful guidance, including a dedicated Making Tax Digital campaign page and step-by-step guidance for sole traders and landlords.

⏰ Don't leave it until the last minute—get everything set up now to ensure your first submission is made on time.

Need advice? Contact Hub Go-To-Businesses Thorne Widgery or The Hutchinson Partnership

03/08/2026

The Big Economic Delivery Plan is Herefordshire’s roadmap for turning its long-term economic vision into action over the next three years. It focuses on the practical steps needed to help the county grow, create opportunities, and improve quality of life for residents.

The plan is built around four key priorities:

Place – creating attractive places to live through housing, regeneration and cultural investment.

People & Communities – helping residents develop the skills needed for future jobs and supporting young people into employment.

Business Growth – backing local businesses, attracting investment, and growing sectors such as agri-tech, manufacturing, defence and technology.

Infrastructure – improving transport, digital connectivity, energy networks and major projects that unlock growth.

The aim is simple - to create a stronger, more sustainable and more prosperous Herefordshire by focusing on the projects and partnerships that will have the biggest impact over the next few years, while working towards the county’s vision for 2050.

Find out more in the Herefordshire Council newsroom: https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/news/2026/august/new-roadmap-sets-out-how-herefordshire-will-deliver-future-growth/?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Orlo&utm_content=%23+Corporate