Brighton & Hove City Council developed a Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) in partnership with its local bus service operators in 2021.

Sussex Surveyors LLP has announced the acquisition of Oldfield Smith & Co, marking an exciting new chapter as they expand into Commercial Property Management.

John Varah will retire from community arts charity Same Sky on 3 May after 24 years overseeing Burning the Clocks, The Children’s Parade and hundreds of national and international community art projects.

Civica, a global GovTech champion supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day, has published new research, providing key insights into the ongoing digital transformation of local councils across the UK

In November, the Living Wage Foundation announced the new Real Living Wage rate which is £12.60 p/h (or £24,570p/a based on 37.5 hour week).

BHCC’s Economic Development Team runs the Brighton & Hove Growth Hub and Growth Hubs have been asked by DBT to lead the local engagement process for Brighton & Hove.

From rising into leadership roles to navigating personal challenges, such as nagging imposter syndrome, all while trying to strike a work-life balance – the unique challenges women face in their careers often go unrecognised.

There are some dramatic changes coming into Private Rented Sector in the form of the Renters Rights Bill which are set to be the biggest shake up of the sector for decades.

Join BHCC at the Business Pre-Employment Forum aimed at supporting employers at Plus X Innovation, Brighton.

Take part in early engagement about the future of local government in Brighton & Hove.

BHCC want to hear from you about the visual arts in Brighton & Hove.

DBT is delivering a series of 14 Webinars for SMEs who have an intention to grow. Subjects covered in the series include:

Check out March’s Webinars & Workshops

Local Sussex charity Amaze is one of a small number of charities across the UK to receive funding from NHS Charities Together’s Innovation Challenge Fund.

Technologywithin, a leading provider of technology solutions for flexible workspaces, is proud to announce the launch of Women in Flex, a new initiative dedicated to supporting, connecting, and empowering women in the flex space industry.

Brighton has always been celebrated for its quirky, innovative spirit and its diverse, independent SME community - the heartbeat of our unique city.

Brighton and Gatwick law firm Martin Searle Solicitors launches its annual ‘Mind The Bump’ campaign, offering free legal advice to employers and employees throughout March.

HMRC and DBT are seeking views on standardising electronic invoicing and increasing its adoption across UK businesses and the public sector. The consultation closes on 7 May 2025.

Newhaven based Modular homes company Boutique Modern has revealed an innovative product called ModernHome which will build homes quickly for people on the social housing waiting list and help local authorities save significant money at a crucial time.

Small Business Britain is now delivering the AI For Small Business programme, supported by BT Group.

Leasing activity on the high street in 2024 was largely led by Independents according to SHW’s Q1 2025 Retail Focus, a trend that looks set to continue into 2025.

National Apprenticeship Week 2025 (10th–16th Feb) is fast approaching. To help Sussex businesses connect with the next generation of talent, Love Local Jobs is offering a FREE way to promote apprenticeship opportunities.

Brighton and Hove needs to build more than 37,400 new homes in 15 years to meet the needs of the its 2040 population, research by socio-economic experts at Marrons has revealed.

Newhaven Fort in East Sussex will reopen its doors to the public on 15 February 2025, following a transformative £7.5m restoration of the historic landmark.

As part of the Local Skills Improvement Plan work, a new App has been launched (free to businesses) to link over 50,000 jobseekers to vacant roles in Sussex.

An opportunity to gain new powers and investment for Sussex has moved a step nearer with the government’s agreement to make the area a priority for devolution.

Leading food redistribution charity FareShare Sussex & Surrey is urging food businesses to help tackle the annual ‘Hunger Gap’.