by Tracey Carter | J Dec, 2025 | Featured, Finance, Spelthorne Borough Council, Spelthorne Business
Following the Government’s Budget announcement on 26 November 2025, several changes to business rates will come into effect from 1 April 2026. The temporary Retail, Hospitality and Leisure (RHL) relief, introduced during the Covid pandemic, will come to an end and will ...
by Tracey Carter | J Dec, 2025 | Featured, Local Business, Spelthorne Borough Council, Spelthorne Business, Training
Spelthorne Borough Council’s Economic Development team officially launched its new Business Spelthorne website at the Surrey Chambers of Commerce networking event, held at Shepperton Studios on Thursday 27 November. The website has been created as a...
by Tracey Carter | J Dec, 2025 | Featured, SBF News, Spelthorne Business
Dear Members As I begin my tenure as Chair of the Spelthorne Business Forum, I do so with a deep sense of gratitude and renewed purpose. Many members will know me from my recent year as Mayor of Spelthorne, a role that offered a unique window into the heart of our...
by Tracey Carter | J Dec, 2025 | Business Surrey, Economy Growth, Featured, Spelthorne Business
Business news, Innovation, Skills and workforce The UK Budget 2025 was announced today by the Chancellor of the Exchequer. But what will it mean for your Surrey business? Here’s a snapshot of some of the key measures. From changes to business rates to frozen tax...
by Tracey Carter | J Dec, 2025 | Economy Growth, Featured, FSB News, Skills & Employment, Spelthorne Business
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has secured changes to the Employment Rights Bill, replacing day-one unfair dismissal claims with a six-month qualifying period. FSB led the campaign throughout “tough” Government negotiations. FSB Policy Chair Tina McKenzie...
by Tracey Carter | J Dec, 2025 | Awards, Business plan competition, Featured, Health and Wellbeing, Member Spotlight, Offers, Spelthorne Business
In just 18 months, Anja Abaraou has built Companionship Services Ltd., helping older adults rediscover joy andindependence while giving carers regular respite breaks. With services that mirror what family would do if time allowed, transportation, light tasks,...
