The first Networked Women event - Connect with Confidence: Networking Without the Overwhelm - will take place on 30 September at Robert Denholm House, Nutfield. If networking feels daunting, this session is for you.  We'll explore how to overcome imposter syndrome, build confidence, start conversations with ease and create meaningful connections that can lead to new opportunities. 

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Tadworth-based Little Scandi Baby has been announced as a Nation's Favourite in this year's Small Business Saturday campaign which showcases some of the UK's finest small businesses in the lead up to Small Business Saturday UK in December.

Reigate's Lebnani has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes

SEPTEMBER

08 - Try it Tuesday - free co-working day (Bel4, Redhill, 09:00-17:00)

10 - The Marketing Lab: PR & positive media – build credibility and trust (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00)

15 - From Survive to Thrive: Building Stronger Businesses for the Future (FSB, Guildford, 09:30-16:00) £12/£15

16 - RH Networking (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30)

16 - Crime prevention for businesses (National Counter Terrorism Security Office, online, 12:30-13:00)

17 - Start your net zero journey with confidence (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00)

24 - FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead (Town Hall, Reigate 08:00-10:00)

30 - Networked Women (Robert Denholm House, Nutfield 12:00-14:00)

OCTOBER

01 - Made Smarter explained: Support for Surrey manufacturers and makers (online, 11:30-12:00)

07 - The Sales Lab: Starting better sales conversations (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00)

13 - Try it Tuesday - free co-working day (Bel4, Redhill, 09:00-17:00)

21 - RH Networking (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30)

22 - FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead (Town Hall, Reigate 08:00-10:00)

Businesses across the UK are invited to a free online session on 16 September (12.30pm to 1pm) showcasing the National Counter Terrorism Security Office's (NaCTSO) Crime Prevention Toolkit. The webinar will demonstrate practical measures to reduce risks, improve public safety and protect staff, customers and visitors. This will be particularly useful for SMEs and retailers and attendees will gain valuable security and crime prevention insights.

Small Business Britain's Small & Mighty Enterprise Programme returns this September, offering six weeks of free expert-led training, mentoring and practical guidance for small businesses. Delivered in partnership with Xero and ARU Peterborough, the programme covers strategy, marketing, finance, digital innovation and growth. Sessions begin on 18 September 2026.

Business Surrey has launched a High Street Growth Resources programme offering practical support for high street businesses. The programme provides expert guidance on marketing, customer engagement and operational efficiency, alongside flexible learning tools that businesses can apply immediately to support long-term success.

The University of Surrey will launch its first Help to Grow: Management Course cohort in October 2026, providing SME business leaders with practical skills to drive growth. Over 12 weeks, participants benefit from online and face-to-face learning, one-to-one mentoring and peer networking. The programme is worth £7,500 and is 90% government funded, meaning eligible businesses pay just £750 per participant.

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Applications are now open for the Female Founders List 2027, an initiative from Small Business Britain and backed by Starling. The programme celebrates female entrepreneurs balancing successful businesses alongside other commitments, including volunteering, caregiving, community leadership and side ventures. Applications close at midnight on 30 September 2026.

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From September 2026, HMRC will start signing up anyone who needs to use Making Tax Digital for the 2026-2027 tax year but who has not already signed up themselves. This is only if their records show you have qualifying income of more than £50,000 in the 2024-2025 tax year. 

If you’ve been contacted by HMRC, you can find out what to do next. If you’ve not been contacted, there is still time to sign yourself up.

The Surrey Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey (Q3) is now open. With the new Government setting its economic agenda and committing to long-term growth, there has never been a more important time for businesses to have their say.