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Cumberland Leaflet Swap Shop
Cumberland Council is inviting you to join its first leaflet swap shop which will take place on Monday 25 March 2024, at Solway Hall in Whitehaven. All tourism and hospitality businesses, within Cumberland Council, are welcome to join the free event.
If you ever struggle to suggest activities, accommodation, or attractions to your customers, then this event is perfect for you. The event gives businesses a chance to network with businesses within the Western Lake District and Coast. And, of course, you will be able to exchange leaflets with businesses. Building connections with like-minded businesses is a great way to keep visitors in our area.
The event will take place between 11am and 2pm. Each business will be allocated a table to display their leaflets. Businesses are welcome to bring a backdrop, but it is not essential. The doors will open at 10.30am to begin setting up your stand and the event will begin at 11am.
Free food and refreshments will be provided on the day.
The event is free, and businesses must sign up to be able to attend. The deadline for the business sign up is at 12pm on Thursday 21 March.
You can sign up by completing a small online form. [
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If you have any queries about the event, please contact danni.armstrong@cumberland.gov.uk
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Artists needed for new Workington Art Trail
Workington Art Trail
Three local artists are being given the opportunity to take part in a new art trail in Workington.
Cumberland Council is commissioning three visual artists from north and west Cumbria to produce artworks and deliver creative workshops for a Workington Art Trail.
Workington Art Trail, in combination with Workington Sound and Light Show, is an Arts Council England and Cumberland Council funded project aimed at bringing footfall back to the town centre and showcasing what the area has to offer.
Artwork will be installed in windows of selected shops in and around Workington shopping centre, accompanied by a digital map and information to help visitors enjoy and learn about each piece as they go.
The three commissioned artists will work with a community group to co-create collaborative artworks. They will also be funded to create their own piece in response to your experiences on the project.
Any artist wishing to take part, is asked to attend a briefing and a Citizens' Assembly to meet the project team and members of the community, and gather inspiration. They'll then be asked to design and deliver one high-quality creative workshop with a pre-arranged group (e.g. a primary class, youth, adult, or elderly group) and, create a new artwork(s) of your own, inspired by your experiences and learning during the project.
The deadline for expressions of interest is Friday 1 March 2024.
*Find out more and apply* [
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Would you like to help shape your community whilst expanding your skills?
Community Panels
Want to get involved with how investments are made in the area you live or work in?
We’re looking for people from all walks of life – including the business community - who can offer their skills, insight and experience to our Community Panels.
The eight panels direct funding and investment at a grass roots level. They’re made up of the ward councillors for that area but now, some of them are looking to co-opt fresh faces.
Co-optees can’t vote, but they can but they can ask questions, bring their own perspective and give advice – enriching the decision-making process with their unique knowledge.
If selected, members serve for 12 months. You’ll be offered training and it’s a great opportunity to develop new skills and network with likeminded others.
This is an opportunity for everyone - we want to see new faces in local democracy so, if you are interested, find out more on the Cumberland Council website. [
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Retirement requirement income
Retirement income
Details have been released on the latest figures deemed required for retirement, and there has been a 34% rise. The PLSA’s Retirement Living Standards have been developed as a guide to help people plan and save the required amount for their desired standard of living in retirement at three levels - Minimum, Moderate and Comfortable. You can view the figures using the link below.
Armstrong Watson have put together some advice to help you take control of your retirement planning.
*Read more* [
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Keswick Mountain Festival: opportunities for businesses to participate
Keswick Festival
The event will take place on 17 – 19 May 2024. There will be a bigger schedule of sporting events and outdoor activities. Among the hikes, the ever-popular Keswick 3 Peaks Challenge will be led out by 3 Dads Walking as a fundraiser for the suicide prevention charity Papyrus.
As a local business, KMF are able to offer you a *20% discount* on the Cycle Sportive, Open Water Swimming, Triathlons, and Open 5 Adventure Race.
All you have to do is enter code *KMF24-B2B2C *at checkout.
KMF are also seeking sponsorship for ‘The Accessible Adventure Zone’ (launched in 2020 in partnership with Experience Community and Adapt-E). The objective was to provide space for charities and organisations to promote opportunities for outdoor adventure to visitors with access challenges - because there are loads! KMF wanted to offer opportunities for mixed ability groups to enjoy the outdoors together. The feedback from the first year was very good, with some great individual experiences reported.
KMF work closely with sponsors to create a benefit package which fits with individual objectives. If you would like to find out more about the sponsorship packages and the work that KMF are doing, please contact katie.read@cumberland.gov.uk
Entries are now open for the FSB Celebrating Small Business Awards 2024. Get national recognition with FSB’s annual free small business awards! They’re open to all small businesses and the self-employed across the UK. With 12 categories to choose from, including Young Entrepreneur, Start-up Business, and - new for 2024 - Franchise Business, give your business a boost in 2024. It’s easy to apply online, so what are you waiting for?
The deadline for entries is 11 February 2024.
*Find out more* [
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Messages from Cumbria Tourism
Cumbria Tourism
*Entries open for the 2024 Cumbria Tourism Awards*
The 2024 Cumbria Tourism Awards are officially open! With 16 categories to enter, they are a great way to celebrate your businesses' and team’s success.
*Find out more and enter* [
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*‘Go Car Free’ campaign: let us know*
Do you offer discounts/provide special rates to visitors who arrive via public transportation? If you do then Cumbria Tourism (CT) want to hear from you, helping further extend promotion for CT’s *Go Car Free campaign*.
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Email Amanda Shaw at *campaigns@cumbriatourism.org* .
Upcoming Events and Training
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Cumbria Chamber of Commerce
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce
*Data protection, check your compliance in 5 easy steps with GDPR Charity Solutions*
Thursday 22 February, 12pm - 12.30pm
*Book here* [
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*International Women’s Day*
Friday 8 March, 9am – 4.30pm
Cumbria Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their International Women’s Day event again this year at North Lakes Hotel & Spa. Join for a packed day of workshops followed by a networking lunch and a panel discussion!
*Book here* [
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*Managing Growth as an SME, a case study in successful explosive growth with Delkia*
Thursday 21 March, 12pm – 12.30pm
*Book here* [
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Cumbria Tourism
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*‘Ask the Experts’ sessions*
It’s almost time for this year’s *Lakes Hospitality Trade Show [
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*Planning for the Future - Ask the Experts Session*
Wednesday 28 February, 11am – 11.55am Plan for the future with speakers from Napthens and Reward Finance Group. Each will speak for 5 mins which will be followed by a 40-minute networking and Q&A session.
*Book here* [
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*Digital Skills & Readiness - Ask the Experts Session*
Wednesday 28 February, 12pm - 1pm Hear from speakers from TryBooking, TouchStay, SuperControl and Creatomatic as they discuss subjects around Digital Skills & Readiness. Each will speak for 5 mins which will be followed by a 40-minute networking and Q&A session.
*Book here* [
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*Sustainability - Ask the Experts Session*
Wednesday 28 February, 1.05pm - 2pm Join us as we hear from GoLowCarbon, Lloyds EV and Cumbria Tourism as they speak on different topics around sustainability. Each will speak for 5 mins which will be followed by a 40-minute networking and Q&A session.
*Book here* [
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*Attendance Management Workshop - Realise HR*
Thursday 28 March 10am - 12pm, online
Join this 2-hour workshop to gain valuable insights and practical skills in effectively managing attendance within your organisation.
Whether you’re an HR Professional, manager or business owner this course is designed to equip you with the tools needed to optimise attendance tracking, enhance employee engagement, and foster a culture of accountability.
*Book here* [
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*Performance Management Workshop – Realise HR*
Thursday 27 June 10am - 12pm, online
For those responsible for managing people.
This workshop is essential for managers to ensure a fair, transparent and effective performance evaluation process within your organisation and help you overcome any worries you may have when it comes to managing your people and what can sometimes feel like a daunting process when faced with those uncomfortable conversations.
*Book here* [
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Department for Business and Trade
Business and trade
*Unlocking success in India: How the UK India Business Council can support your e-commerce launch *
Friday 23 February, 10am
*Book here* [
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*Selling to the States: Insights from the US Trade Envoy*
Tuesday 12 March 2024, 10am - 12.30pm, Daresbury
Businesses from across the North-West are invited to hear from the Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to the US, the Rt Hon Sir Conor Burns MP.
Whether you are currently selling to the US or looking to enter the market for the first time, this insightful session will provide a detailed overview of existing opportunities.
*Book here* [
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*Australia and New Zealand Roadshow*
Wednesday 13 March 2024, Lancashire Cricket Ground, Old Trafford
Do you want to know more about how to do business in Australia and New Zealand? Are you keen to understand how the Free Trade Agreements can support your business aspirations in those countries?
Join for this exciting roadshow and find out more about key commercial opportunities for your business.
*Book here* [
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