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The newsletter of the *Nottingham team* of the *D2N2 Growth Hub*



We're here to support"your business."





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City Council encourages businesses to apply for financial support

Nottingham City Council has opened applications for financial support for businesses affected by the tiered lockdown system and national lockdown.

The grants, launched by Government along with the tiered system of restrictions across the country, are designed to support businesses forced to close or which have seen an adverse impact as a result of the restrictions to minimise the spread of COVID-19.

There are four grants available for a variety of businesses in the Nottingham City boundary: for those businesses affected by national lockdown, tier 2 restrictions, tier 3 restrictions and discretionary grants. In order to simplify matters for local businesses, the City Council has developed a grant system which means Nottingham businesses will only need to make one application to cover all grants they are eligible for.

More information, including the application form for grants, can be foundon our*Business Grants webpage* [ [link removed] ].
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Could your business be more sustainable...and productive?
Sustainability webinar
Tuesday 1 December from9:30 to 11:45am

This webinar is hosted by Tracey Hylton Burrows (Low Carbon Account Manager, D2N2 Growth Hub) and presented by Helen Taylor (Hosta Consulting) who will support you to learn more about sustainability principles and discover a range of practical steps you can take to integrate sustainability into your business, including:


* Introduction to supply chains
* Why do we need responsible and sustainable supply chains?
* Introduction to supply chain ethics
* What are the risks of unsustainable supply chains?
* How can SMEs and Start-Ups manage their supply chains sustainably?
* What are the opportunities for SMEs with responsible and sustainable supply chains?

Our webinars are designed with actionable change in mind. We provide you with a framework to start your sustainability journey.

*Book your place on our Eventbrite page* [ [link removed] ].
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The D2N2 Skills Access Hub will unlock training potential for local businesses

D2N2 Skills Access Hub

In Nottingham and across the East Midlands region, the outbreak of Coronavirus has had a significant economic impact especially on those who are now unemployed, and those who own or work for local small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs).



Working alongside Nottingham City Councils established Nottingham Jobs service and partners in the D2N2 Growth Hub, the *D2N2 Skills Access Hub* [ [link removed] ] is a new three-year project. It aims to unlock the potential for sustainable growth and economic prosperity by creating bespoke skills training and development programmes for local businesses, their current employees and people looking for work.*Read more here* [ [link removed] ].

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*REAMIT invites agri-food businesses to be**part of the future of UK and European food supply chains*

Nottingham Trent University, partners of the *REAMIT* [ [link removed] ]project, are inviting agri-food businesses to participate in our technology demonstrations which would reduce food waste. Our aim is to support your business (at no extra cost to you) by saving you time and resources.

The REAMIT project team would like to support companies in maintaining food quality without human intervention through the use of technology - this is even more important as we face the challenges of COVID-19.The system works by fitting sensors in warehouses, retail stores, food pallets and/or trucks to monitor food quality around the clock. REAMIT will also analyse the data for you to support your rapid supply-chain decision making.

REAMIT is offering a free service to businesses to trial this technology to improve your business operations and to reduce food waste. This is an initiative funded by Interreg North-West Europe to encourage resource efficiency of fresh-food supply chains.

REAMIT
*What are we offering? *

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses are seeking new ways to improve their revenue streams whilst ensuring food safety and delivering high-quality food to their customers. We believe that REAMIT technologies could make significant difference in the way your business operates. We offer a free service to any part of the food supply-chain, from the supply side to demand points.

If you are interested in finding out more or to discuss your participation in this exciting project, *please get in touch with us via our email address <[email protected]>*, we can then plan our demonstration of the technology at a time and place which is convenient to you. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

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*Could you work with us toreduce digital poverty in Nottingham?*

Digital Poverty

There is a growing divide in Nottingham between those who have access to information and communications technology and those who do not.

This means that many individuals and families in the city do not have the access to opportunities, knowledge, services and goods that many of us take for granted.With your support, the Reducing Digital Poverty Project from Nottingham City Council andNottingham Jobs aims to raise 126,000 to purchase 150 brand-new laptops, plus free Wi-Fi for 18 months, for some of Nottinghams most digitally deprived residents.



*Together we can give people access to the increasing range of services available online, including food delivery, education, employment services and job searching.*

This is initially a pilot project but we are hoping that if successful we can build on our
partnerships and continue to support the residents of Nottingham to close the digital gap.

*When we reach our goal, each recipient will receive:*


* A brand-new ready-to-use laptop with Microsoft and safety features
18 months Wi-Fi
* Access to courses which show them how to best use the device and stay safe online
* Opportunities to access the free employment support offered by Nottingham Jobs

Were off to a great start but we still need your help
We have already received support from local businesses such as Impression, an outstandingforward-thinking tech company based here in Nottingham who have donated laptops to support the project and are looking to continue their support in the future.

To get involved email Blair
*[email protected]*
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Institute of Coding Skills Audit

Were asking businesses, freelancers, individuals and students across the UK to take part in a survey all about the digital and tech sector including the people working in it and the future skills demands that are emerging.

The information gathered will give us important insight into the sector in our
region, helping to inform and support the work we do with education and industry and
continue to support the ecosystem to be more progressive, inclusive and diverse.

Help shape the future of the digital and tech sector in the East Midlands.*Take part here [ [link removed] ]*.

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Scale Up partners 'visit' Nottingham...
Scale Up Visit 5/11/20

Nottingham stakeholders hosted a virtual study visit for the Scale Up consortium to showcase the local best practices available to support high-growth companies. The event was attended by over 50 people and hosted by Chris Pook, D2N2 Growth Hub Manager who provided an introduction to Nottingham and explained why many large businesses have chosen to locate in the area. Nottingham Trent University colleagues then walked the audience through the best practices. *Continue reading* [ [link removed] ].

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