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Latest news and information from Brighton & Hove and surrounding area
Business Academy events taking place this May
28 April 2026
Business Academy - a free UK Government service offering a programme of events designed to support UK businesses at every stage of growth.
AccelerateTech competition from Sussex Innovation
27 April 2026
Sussex Innovation has launched AccelerateTech, a competition designed to support the next generation of breakthrough tech startups.
Brighton & Hove (41 spaces) and Oxford (25) are the South East’s leading coworking hubs [Q1 2026 Report]
Brighton & Hove and Oxford are two of the South East’s leading coworking markets, each with distinct pricing dynamics.
UK EMPLOYERS CALLED TO TAP INTO 9.6MILLION STRONG TALENT POOL – The UK’s inaugural Fair Chance Week opens doors for working-age people with criminal records
The Fair Chance Business Alliance (FCBA) encourages UK employers to tap into a talent pool of 9.6 million working-age people with criminal records.
Shoreham Port Selected to Host Freight Innovation Fund Accelerator 2026
24 April 2026
Supporting SME innovation through live freight trials.
Workplace Wellbeing Newsletter April – August 2026
23 April 2026
This month’s Workplace Wellbeing Newsletter is packed with events, resources, and opportunities to support our health and wellbeing.
nexfibre announces £2.3 million broadband investment in Adur
22 April 2026
Investment follows the announcement of nexfibre’s acquisition of Netomnia, unlocking £3.5 billion of investment in the wider UK economy
FareShare Sussex & Surrey launches Earth Raise appeal to tackle hunger and food waste crisis
21 April 2026
FareShare Sussex & Surrey is calling for support as part of Earth Raise, a national matched fundraising appeal, as it continues to help people facing hunger while reducing food waste and carbon emissions.
Santander X UK Awards 2026
20 April 2026
Win a share of £150,000 and take your business to the next stage - The Santander X UK Awards 2026
*Reminder* Call for Applications: Chair of the Brighton & Hove Business Growth Board
17 April 2026
The Brighton & Hove Growth Board is seeking an experienced and values-driven leader to become the next Chair.
Local Businesses Invited to Help Brighton & Hove Students “Flourish” Through Ground‑Breaking Mentoring Programme
Brighton Hove & Sussex Sixth Form College (BHASVIC) is calling on local businesses and employers to support Flourish, a proven mentoring programme that is transforming educational outcomes for students facing socio‑economic disadvantage.
RAMPION FUND 2026 INVITES SUSSEX COMMUNITY APPLICATIONS FOR £150,000 FUND
14 April 2026
Rampion Wind Farm’s Community Benefit Fund 2026 is now open until 19th May with £150,000 in grants available to support charities, community groups and not-for-profit organisations to fund environmentally friendly projects in Sussex.
Side Hustle Lab from Small Business Britain
13 April 2026
Gain practical insights, develop key skills, and start or improve your side hustle
Latest Youth Employment Hub Newsletter
The update includes upcoming events and activities for young people aged 16-25 who are NEET and looking to explore their next steps.
Fragile gains in small business confidence at risk from April cost rises
Small business confidence is crawling back from historic lows – but without government action, fresh cost pressures could drag it straight back down, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has warned.
Newhaven businesses offered up to £15,000 to grow and go low carbon
01 April 2026
Businesses in Newhaven can apply for grants of up to £15,000.
Call for Applications: Chair of the Brighton & Hove Business Growth Board
27 March 2026
Shoreham Port Shortlisted for Port of the Year at 2026 Fishing News Awards
Shoreham Port has been shortlisted for Port of the Year at the 2026 Fishing News Awards.
Advance notice of major works affecting trains on the Brighton Main Line for nine days in February 2027
26 March 2026
Rail closures announced for early 2027.
Valley Gardens Phase 3 Update
Get the latest Valley Gardens update here.
FlixBus Launch Coach Services in Brighton to New Destinations
FlixBus Launch Coach Services in Brighton to New Destinations.
The Great British Pitch
Beryl Launches Spring into cycling campaign
23 March 2026
Longer days are back!
Smaller business lending markets show signs of improvement, though equity investment declines in the South East
17 March 2026
Equity investment in the South East declined by 18% in number of deals and 41% in investment value.
Business Pre-Employment Forum 24 March 2026
12 March 2026
Join the BHCC Learning Services team at the Business Pre-Employment Forum aimed at supporting employers at Grace Eyre.
Made Smarter South East February newsletter
Sussex-Based Roebuck Estates Hosts UK’s Only Viticulture Academy for Sommeliers
11 March 2026
Head sommeliers and wine buyers from some of the UK’s most prestigious hospitality venues, including The Ritz, The Connaught, The Ned and The Berkeley yesterday (10.3.26) gathered at Roebuck Estates in the heart of Sussex
£150,000 Rampion Wind Farm Community Fund 2026 Dates Announced
06 March 2026
Shelley Bennett, Co-founder & Trustee of Pelican Parcels in Hove
Valley Gardens access update – March 2026
04 March 2026
This latest update provides details of the latest changes to pedestrian routes as construction continues.
About the Youth Employment Hub Latest News
03 March 2026
The Hub supports young people aged 16-25 in Brighton & Hove who are not in employment, education or training, or who would benefit from help exploring their next steps.
Newhaven to bid for UK Town of Culture 2028
Newhaven is preparing to submit an expression of interest to become the first UK Town of Culture as part of a new national competition launched by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.
The Royal Society of Arts meets in Brighton
27 February 2026
The RSA welcomed Brighton and Sussex visitors to an open event at The Harbour Hotel on the seafront exploring community led projects with high social impact.
Association of Business Mentors (ABM) Offers FREE discovery session
The Association of Business Mentors (ABM) is the recognized professional body for business mentors in the UK.
Webinars on the Employment Rights Act from GOV.UK Business Academy
26 February 2026
The Business Academy (a free UK government backed online service) are hosing two sessions on the Employment Rights Bill 2025.
Volk’s Electric Railway Opportunity
25 February 2026
Brighton & Hove City Council is actively seeking a sponsor for the heritage asset Volks Electric Railway.
Now Available: Free Government‑funded occupational health training
24 February 2026
Small and medium‑sized employers across England can now benefit from free, Government‑funded occupational health training.
Roebuck Estates Appointed Exclusive English Sparkling Wine Partner of Brighton & Hove Museums for 2026
Roebuck Estates, one of England’s leading producers of vintage sparkling wine, has announced a new partnership with Brighton & Hove Museums.
Sussex Cricket Foundation releases 2025 Impact Report
Sussex Cricket Foundation Launches 2025 Impact Report Highlighting a Landmark Year for Recreational Cricket.
Cyber Essentials Campaign
19 February 2026
Cyber Essentials Campaign for SMEs
Changes to Employment Rights for employers and businesses
Get ready for changes to employment rights
Thinking of starting a business – Is a cooperative the right model for you
29 January 2026
Why a Co-Operatives
Brighton strengthens appeal to investors ahead of 2026
19 January 2026
Brighton & Hove Scale Up 2026
13 January 2026
Scale up - an 8 week funded programme designed to support your business grow.
Shoppers urged to shop local
04 December 2025
Shoppers are being encouraged to support local shops this winter
Circular Economy Skills Bootcamp
01 December 2025
Skills Bootcamp in the Circular Economy a 10-week training programme starting 22nd January 2026
Budget 2025 fact sheet: Tax support for businesses
27 November 2025
Sales Skills Bootcamp
14 November 2025
Sales Skills Bootcamp 8-week training programme starting 29 January 2026
Brighton & Hove Living Wage Campaign celebrates 1,000th employer sign-up
30 October 2025
Explore BIPC Services Anytime with On-Demand Videos
International Trade Week 2025
16 October 2025
International Trade Week 3-7 Nov 2025
The Small Business Retail Sessions 🎧
26 September 2025
Small Business retail sessions
Grant Funding Round-up
15 August 2025
Grants and funding available to local businesses
Brighton & Hove Small Business Rates Relief Review
07 August 2025
Business Rates Relief Review commencing 8th Aug
Help to Grow celebrate their 250th business leader graduate!
31 July 2025
Help to Grow hits milestone 250 business leaders helped at the University of Brighton
