@FSBCornwall

@fsb_policy @FSB_Voice Development Manager representing hundreds of smaller businesses in Cornwall. Tweeting business information, news & support in the area.

 Cornwall, England
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Joined October 2011
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From just 55p a day, get access to practical services to back you up as you need it. Talk to our guru ⁦@fsbAnita⁩ to find out more. #legaladvice #taxadvice #healthandsafety #healthcare #fundingsolutions #hr #employmentlaw #businesssupport #business linkedin.com/posts/ann-vande…

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From just 55p a day, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) members get access to lots of practical services that back you up, when you need it. Talk to our guru Anita Johnson, to find out more....

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Want to learn the legal requirements for selling online in the UK? We've got you covered. Take a look at our latest article to understand e-commerce regulations, consumer rights, GDPR rules, and more. Read here: go.fsb.org.uk/SellingOnlineR…
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📦 Small businesses - do you trade with the EU, or have clients or suppliers in EU countries? 💭 Then we want to hear from you! Take our new survey to help us collect real-world experiences from small firms to help shape our policy work. Click the link below to take the survey by 28 October, or check your emails if you're an FSB member, for the chance to win £250 ⬇️ 🔗 about.fsbbigvoice.uk/EU2025
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You may know what cyber security is, but have you heard of cyber resilience? A strong cyber resilience strategy can help your business prepare for, respond to, and recover quickly from cyber threats. Read our article to discover 9 ways to become cyber resilient: go.fsb.org.uk/CyberResilient
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📈 Proposed increases to standing charges, due to take effect from April next year, would pile even more financial pressure onto small firms at a time when costs are already high, FSB's @craigie_b tells @alilyon_94 at @CityAM ⤵️ cityam.com/hard-to-accept-sm…

'Hard to accept': Small firms round on energy intensive subsidies

So-called standing charges are being raised by as much as 96 per cent for most businesses. Many are up in arms, writes Ali Lyon.

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Tax investigation can be scary! But there’s no need to fear, we’re by your side with unlimited tax advice and cover of up to £100,000 per claim for most business-related HMRC enquiries. Find out more: go.fsb.org.uk/TaxInvestigati… Available to every #FSBmember - just log in to your dashboard.
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Finding people with the right skills for your business can be a challenge, especially when time and training budgets are tight. T Levels are a new qualification designed to bridge that gap, giving young people technical knowledge and practical experience that can open new opportunities for skilled employment and long-term success. Find out more in our practical guide: go.fsb.org.uk/T-Levels
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📊 Yesterday's GDP figures will offer no comfort to small firms, with rising costs, barriers to finance, and high business rates all draining investment and stifling growth. We spoke to @DailyMail 👇 🔗 dailymail.co.uk/news/article…

Reeves accused of 'living under a rock' as growth slows to just 0.3%

Output grew only 0.3 per cent between April and June - a sharp slowdown on the previous three-month period when the economy expanded by 0.7 per cent.

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🏉 Josh Jones decided to turn a lifelong passion into a business when he opened @RugbyTryit, a business that encourages people to take up Rugby. 💡 With GCSE results coming out later this week, we're calling on the Government to give more young people the tools they need to help them become entrepreneurs. Read more in our #GenerationEntrepreneur report with @SimplyBusiness 👇 fsb.org.uk/resources/policy-…
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We'd like to take a moment to congratulate the winner of our Tyl by NatWest FSB Payments £1,000 Prize Draw, Grace A Graham! Grace has been a dedicated FSB member for a decade and is the Director and Founder of Keep It Simple Training Company Ltd, a consultancy helping organisations build pro-equity workplaces through tailored coaching and development solutions. Visit her website to learn more: kistc.co.uk/
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🏦 After facing a prolonged period of high borrowing costs and increasingly tight margins, the Bank of England’s decision to cut the base rate to 4% will be warmly welcomed by small businesses. Read our full release 👇 🔗 go.fsb.org.uk/4frlFfJ
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Small employers - want to find out what happens to #TLevel students after they finish their course? 💭 💻 There are still spaces available for the @educationgovuk free webinar showcasing real-life student stories and looking at how employers can benefit from hosting industry placements. Register now 👇 🔗 employers.tlevels.gov.uk/hc/…
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What a great version of #paranoid by the unforgettable #BlackSabbath! Brilliant musicians and a great #business too. Started out small but became hugely successful. #CreativeIndustries have immense value as these guys have demonstrated. #RIPOzzy we’ll miss you! #supportlivemusic
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The Coldstream Guards Band performed Black Sabbath's masterpiece Paranoid outside of Buckingham Palace as a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne on the day of his funeral. Don't let anybody tell you this isn't a great country. householddivision.org.uk/mus…
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The Coldstream Guards Band performed Black Sabbath's masterpiece Paranoid outside of Buckingham Palace as a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne on the day of his funeral. Don't let anybody tell you this isn't a great country. householddivision.org.uk/mus…
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Want to find out what happens to #TLevel students after they finish their course? 💭 💻 @educationgovuk is hosting a free webinar showcasing real-life student stories and looking at how employers can benefit from hosting industry placements. Register now 👇 employers.tlevels.gov.uk/hc/…
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📈 The rise in unemployment figures shows that making employment more expensive and riskier results in fewer jobs. ➡️ The Government must base policy-making on real-world evidence, rather than being swayed by wishful-thinkers. Read our full release 🔗 go.fsb.org.uk/46K4FPx
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🚩 64% of small firms said that the domestic economy was the top barrier to growth for their business in our new #SBI for Q2 2025. ⛔️ Nearly 2 in 5 said the tax burden was the most significant blocker to growth. Read our full release 🔗 go.fsb.org.uk/4eSdBoa
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💷 Adding in steep rises to pension costs would have a damaging impact on employment levels among small firms. Any changes to the pensions auto-enrolment system should make it simpler and less costly for SMEs to navigate. We spoke to @thetimes 👇 thetimes.com/business-money/…

Rachel Reeves poised to force firms to pay more into staff pensions

The chancellor’s shake-up could boost retirement saving, but may be another blow for cash-strapped businesses

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Employee training isn't just about teaching them how to do their job correctly, it also extends to company policies and expectations. As more and more businesses work remotely, it's important to make sure your employees know how to protect trade secrets and other confidential information. Luckily, we've got an article for this! Have a read and discover the measures you can take to keep your company safe in the era of remote working. 👉 go.fsb.org.uk/ProtectingTrad…
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How do you prefer to learn new skills?
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🗞️ Out now, get up to speed with all the week's top SME news in the Weekly Brief 👇 🔗 linkedin.com/pulse/personal-…
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