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Prepare for Brexit - EU citizens and business
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The UK officially leaves Europe on 31 January 2020 and will enter a 'transition period' until the end of the year.
European citizens who would like to stay living and working in the UK beyond 30 June 2021 will need to apply to the government's EU settlement scheme.
There's no charge to apply for settled status and applications are open now.
The current rules on trade, travel, and business for the UK and EU will continue to apply during the transition period. B
usinesses can take some actions now to prepare for 2021,
that do not depend on negotiations.
If you move goods into or out of the EU, you must
get an
EORI number
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Yorkshire Film & TV Industry Summit 2020 by Harrogate Film Festival
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Do you work in Film & TV or the creative sector? The
Yorkshire Film and TV Industry Summit on 10 March showcases the region's strengths and
role in the sector, from Channel 4 in Leeds, to the growth of independent production studios and corporate video production.
Supported by the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership, the summit features keynote speakers,
round-tables
, panels, filmmaker talks and networking. Confirmed attendance includes: Screen Yorkshire, Northern Film School at Leeds Beckett University, British Film Institute, Creative England, Film Hub North, PACT, Ruth Pitt (Chair of Leeds 2023) and some independent filmmakers.
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| Boost your workplace resources with an intern |
A cost effective and flexible resource to tackle real business challenges - hear how interns can support your business over summer 2020.
Following the successful 2019 placements in Harrogate, including a Intern of the Year award, the council is pleased to support the University of York Summer Internship launch, on 5 March.
This breakfast event will feature local businesses highlighting the benefits of internships, and information on funding available to SMEs. Please register to attend.
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Health in business - events in Harrogate
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 Guidance on health in the workplace is the focus of the Harrogate Chamber meeting on 10 February.
Guest speakers will share advice on how employers can look after their own and employees well-being, from managing stress and supporting success in business.
The importance of a healthy business and a healthy life, is the topic of the
business breakfast by DSC
Chartered Accountants, on 6 March. Topics will include:
· Are sacrifices to be expected in order to succeed?
· What about when you're the boss?
· Understanding both your business AND your personal financial forecast
· The importance of looking after your staff
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National Apprenticeship Week 3 - 7 February
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 Fire Up Your Business - try apprenticeships for size
The benefits of apprenticeships for business are being highlighted in National Apprenticeship Week:
- grow your own talent
- reduce staff turnover
- enhance the skills your
company needs.
Apprentices are employees, both new to a company or existing staff members. They work and learn within the workplace, with 20% of their time in off the job training. SMEs can receive training costs from the government, or may be eligible for Apprenticeship Levy Transfer funding from North Yorkshire County Council.
For guidance on advertising apprenticeship vacancies and taking on an apprentice, please visit the gov.uk website. Recruitment and information events for employers and prospective apprentices are being hosted across the region, in February and March, including:
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| Recognition for success - enter the Business in Excellence Awards |
Firms
across the Harrogate district are invited to celebrate their success, with the 2020 Business in Excellence Awards.
Being 'green' in business is the theme of the Sustainability Award category, sponsored by the council. Is your company reducing its use of water, generating renewable energy or using electric vehicles? Gain recognition for your green business credentials and inspire others - nominate your company and enter today.
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