Business Support & Advice
 
 
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Start-up Surrey pilot launch
 

Business Surrey has launched a programme to support budding entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses across Surrey.  The Start-Up Surrey programme offers free, tailored guidance and practical support to residents who are preparing to launch their own ventures. Available to businesses in their first year of operation.

 
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Made Smarter South East - business briefing webinar
25 September, 12.30pm – 1.15pm
 

Calling all SME manufacturers, makers and creators in Surrey. If you’re looking for support, advice and grants to boost your competitive edge through the adoption of new technologies, this webinar is for you. Find out about the funding and expert support that the Made Smarter programme can offer to manufacturers and makers.

 
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Events
 
 
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How to successfully apply for finance
Learning Lunch September 25 12-2pm
 

At our September Learning Lunch, Dave Farmer from Lime Finance Solutions will be sharing his top tips for success when applying for business finance.  Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and improve your financial literacy.

 
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Protecting your business from cybersecurity threats
Learning Lunch October 16 12-2pm
 

Learn about the latest cybersecurity threats targeting small businesses.  Understand how cyber criminals operate, and get advice on how to protect yourself and your business. Our expert speaker will be Daniel Sykes from Surrey & Sussex Police.

 
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Local Business News
 
 
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Reigate-based Target Therapies has recently won a high-profile trademark case against major international opposition. This win safeguards the business’s identity and supports its continued growth across the borough and wider region.

 
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Partner News
 
 
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Have you got a story to share?
The Maple Review wants to hear from you
 

The Maple Review is committed to ensuring that enterprise is open to all, by breaking down the barriers caused by economic deprivation. If you’ve got lived experience of either the barriers that can be faced, or of solutions that can help to dismantle them, then The Maple Review wants to hear from you.

The Call for Evidence is open now or you can contact the team via email

 
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Skills Bootcamps return to Surrey
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Are you a Surrey employer struggling to recruit? Does your team have skills gaps you’d like to fill? Apply today for Skills Bootcamps funding to equip your business with the talent and know-how to thrive.

 
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Have your say on air quality in Reigate & Banstead
 

The council is currently seeking the views of residents and businesses on its draft air quality strategy and action plan for the period 2025-2030. The strategy focuses on reducing pollution from road traffic via the expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure to encourage EV uptake.

 
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Careers Fair for care-experienced young people
 

Can you help? This unique careers event is aimed at empowering and inspiring care-experienced young people.  If you are able to talk about employment, personal development or finance - or you would like to showcase employment opportunities at your business, find out more below.

 
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Gatwick Diamond Business Awards 2026
Sponsorship opportunities available
 

We are very proud to be returning as the Employer of the Year category sponsor in the 2026 Gatwick Diamond Business Awards. If you would like to find out more about sponsorship opportunities, read more below.

 

 
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Contact us
 

Our full calendar of business networking events can be viewed on Eventbrite and you can visit our Supporting Local Businesses web pages for the latest business support and updates.

 

Information about Reigate & Banstead Borough Council services can be found on our website.

 

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