Business Newsletter - Reigate & Banstead May 2026 Business e-Bulletin

Business Newsletter - Reigate & Banstead May 2026 Business e-Bulletin https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/ en-us 13 May 2026 08:46:09 BST 13 May 2026 08:46:09 BST https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/rss.xml Newsweaver economicprosperity@reigate-banstead.gov.uk (Reigate & Banstead Borough Council) support@newsweaver.ie (Newsweaver) 60 true Launch of new Youth Hub in Redhill https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1d1ds608m2r?lang=en&rss=true Redhill Youth Hub is officially open! Support will be delivered in the heart of Redhill (hosted at The Asian Social Centre) with satellite offices in Caterham and Oxted. The Youth Hub will provide support to young people not in education, employment or training in the local area. By bringing together key partners, the Youth Hub will make a real difference to employment opportunities for young people. 12 May 2026 12:00:00 BST 12ce1beea2e6d516568a90ab100c8edf ARTICLE_1_COLUMN-clone-31731032-20250819-092203 Supporting young people into employment Redhill Youth Hub is officially open! Support will be delivered in the heart of Redhill (hosted at The Asian Social Centre) with satellite offices in Caterham and Oxted. The Youth Hub will provide support to young people not in education, employment or training in the local area. By bringing together key partners, the Youth Hub will make a real difference to employment opportunities for young people.<span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Ubuntu, Oxygen, Cantarell, 'Fira Sans', 'Droid Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif, 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol'; font-size: 14px; white-space: pre-wrap; background-color: #ffffff; float: none; display: inline;"> The Youth Hub supports young residents aged between 18 and 24 claiming Universal Credit to meet job goals. They will be able to access on-site jobcentre support alongside mental health and housing support, skills and training opportunities, careers guidance and direct connections to employers with live job and apprenticeship opportunities. This joint project between Reigate & Banstead Borough Council and Tandridge District Council has been funded by the Department of Work and Pensions and is delivered by Surrey Lifelong Learning Partnership. <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1thjldgn3mq/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">For more information about the services, locations and to book an appointment</a> A group of adults standing outside the ASG Community Centre entrance, arranged around a sign promoting the Redhill Youth Hub. The building sign is visible above the doorway, and the group is posed on the pavement in front of the centre during a daytime event. https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/v3files/shard1/37225/31/5423f75f67cc14e0147d81.jpg Celebrating Our Local Business Guilds https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/fx395j2w7qa?lang=en&rss=true Local town centre guilds and business groups like Reigate Business Guild [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/hjff63yny4h/external?lang=en ], Redhill Business Guild [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1qugsj6z4si/external?lang=en ] and the newly-established Banstead Business Group [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/157xc2eoc37/external?lang=en ] play an important role in the local economy, providing support, collaboration, representation and promotion of our high street businesses. If you've never been to a meeting of your local town centre group, get in touch as they are always happy to welcome new members. 28 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT 0824154e5678b1d6888917a290ee088d ARTICLE_1_COLUMN-clone-31731032-20250819-092203 Local town centre guilds and business groups like <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/hjff63yny4h/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Reigate Business Guild</a>, <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1qugsj6z4si/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Redhill Business Guild</a> and the newly-established <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/157xc2eoc37/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Banstead Business Group</a> play an important role in the local economy, providing support, collaboration, representation and promotion of our high street businesses. If you've never been to a meeting of your local town centre group, get in touch as they are always happy to welcome new members. Local business groups and guilds play a vital role in strengthening our economy and keeping our high streets vibrant. They bring businesses together to collaborate, share ideas and tackle common challenges and provide a powerful collective voice. By working together, members can raise awareness of local issues, promote town centres and support initiatives that benefit their wider community.   Together, they help create resilient, connected business communities that are better prepared to adapt, grow and thrive.   Current town centre guilds/groups include: <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/hjff63yny4h/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Reigate Business Guild</a> <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1qugsj6z4si/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Redhill Business Guild</a> <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/157xc2eoc37/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Banstead Business Group</a> (meets on the First Monday of the month - <a href="mailto:charlie.a.brown@sjpp.co.uk" rel="noreferrer noopener">email Charlie</a> for more information) A composite graphic highlighting local business organisations, featuring the logos of Redhill Business Guild, Reigate Business Guild and Banstead Business Group on the left. On the right are three photographs showing busy high streets and town centre scenes in Redhill, Reigate and Banstead, with shops, historic buildings and people walking along the pavements. https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/v3files/shard1/37225/54/7b9613e7b4c219aa428212.jpg Strengthen your business with community impact https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/wj2ccvw4hcj?lang=en&rss=true Join us for a special business and charity sector event with an inspiring panel of speakers, facilitated by Nicola Dawes DL from Stripey Stork. It will be a great opportunity for businesses to connect with local charities. Find out how your business can benefit and add positive social impact through volunteering and sharing expertise with the local voluntary sector. Spaces are limited - sign up now [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/312ov0ewy3m/external?lang=en ] 12 May 2026 12:00:00 BST 021b321f462c820f83bf134db9d5d803 ARTICLE_1_COLUMN-clone-31731032-20250819-092203 30 June (09:30-11:00) Town Hall, Reigate Join us for a special business and charity sector event with an inspiring panel of speakers, facilitated by Nicola Dawes DL from Stripey Stork. It will be a great opportunity for businesses to connect with local charities. Find out how your business can benefit and add positive social impact through volunteering and sharing expertise with the local voluntary sector.  <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/312ov0ewy3m/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Spaces are limited - sign up now</a>   <div class="StructuredModuleRenderer_structuredContent__k7mNB StructuredModuleRenderer_text__GaXOv" style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px; margin: 0px; color: #585163; align-self: stretch; overflow: hidden; text-overflow: ellipsis; line-height: 23.94px; font-size: 18px; font-family: 'Neue Plak', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif; white-space: normal;" data-testid="text-content"> <div style="box-sizing: border-box; padding: 0px; margin: 0px;">   </div> </div> Learn about the benefits of CSR, including: <ul> <li>Up-skilling, recruiting and retaining workforce</li> <li>Broadening your reach and networks to keep you one step ahead of your competitors</li> <li>Maximising PR opportunities by showcasing your connections within the community</li> <li>Fulfilling ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) goals and requirements.</li> </ul>   We welcome panelist questions in advance. Please submit your <a title="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1carclcty2d/external?lang=en" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1carclcty2d/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-msys-clicktrack="0">question</a>   Event in run in conjunction with Voluntary Action Surrey East (VASE), Reigate & Banstead Borough Council and Tandridge District Council. Colourful sticky notes pinned to a white background around the letters “CSR,” with handwritten words including resources, sustainability, ethics, goal, responsibility, sincerity, market, and long term. https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/v3files/shard1/37225/2c/100d5853bf30f3ff54bac7.jpg Events round up https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/ji52eykvsgr?lang=en&rss=true MAY 13 - Protect your business: Cyber security essentials [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1otnf1ga07u/external?lang=en ] (Tandridge Town Hall, Oxted, 09:00-10:30) 19 - Marketing Lab: Content & Comms Planning [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/2x6p0cg0vj7/external?lang=en ] (Business Surrey, online,11:30-12:00) 20 - IP for Innovators: Putting Value into Your Business [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1i9iik2wwzd/external?lang=en ] (Crawley Innovation Centre, 17:00-19:00) 21 - RH N [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/f4g2srckiqy/external?lang=en ]etworking [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/f4g2srckiqy/external?lang=en ] (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free 27 - AI Fundamentals Lunch & Learn: [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1fdqwbtvkac/external?lang=en ] Practical AI for SME Growth (Crawley Innovation Centre, 12:00-13:00) 28 - FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/2acvnrp36s4/external?lang=en ] (Town Hall, Reigate, 08:00-10:00) JUNE 03 - Source in Surrey Sales Training Workshop [ sourceinsurrey@surrey-chambers.co.uk ] (Town Hall, Reigate, 08:45-13:00) 09 - Try it Tuesday - free co-working day [ simon@redhill-micropreneurs.uk ] (Bel4, Redhill, 09:00-17:00) 09 - How to Win the Finance: Tenders, Bids & Grants [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1l1m5ojts71/external?lang=en ] (Crawley Innovation Centre, 11:00-12:00) 10 - Health & Wellbeing networking [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/v9vdjf3rdl6/external?lang=en ] (The Market Stores, Reigate, 19:00-21:00) 10 - Sales Lab: Sales for small businesses [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/7lmzvvulncw/external?lang=en ] (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00) 17 - RH N [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/f4g2srckiqy/external?lang=en ]etworking [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/f4g2srckiqy/external?lang=en ] (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free 20 - Source in Surrey: Buyer-Supplier Exchange [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/74gziurrfze/external?lang=en ] (1, The Causeway, Egham, 10:00-14:00) 24 - Marketing Lab: Digital Visibility [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1a1c1k24jo6/external?lang=en ] (Business Surrey, online,11:30-12:00) 25 - FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/vih9mgd00mp/external?lang=en ] (Town Hall, Reigate, 08:00-10:00) 25 - Building a high performance team [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1ut6eo2tg9q/external?lang=en ] (Crawley Innovation Centre, 11:00 - 13:00) 30 - Strengthen your business with community impact [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1gsgjrorrdi/external?lang=en ], (Town Hall, Reigate 09:30-11:00) JULY 01 - Health & Wellbeing networking [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/v9vdjf3rdl6/external?lang=en ] (The Market Stores, Reigate, 19:00-21:00) 14 - Try it Tuesday - free co-working day [ simon@redhill-micropreneurs.uk ] (at Bel4, Redhill, 09:00-17:00) 15 - Sales Lab: Findingthe right opportunities [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/7lmzvvulncw/external?lang=en ] (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00) 16 - RH N [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/xm49vnucqe0/external?lang=en ]etworking [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/xm49vnucqe0/external?lang=en ] (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free 23 - FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/bkx6x14xw9b/external?lang=en ] (Town Hall, Reigate 08:00-10:00) 01 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT 56dc0f9368fca1a8ad53499e4cf44258 ARTICLE_1_COLUMN-clone-31731032-20250819-092203 Your free local business events listing MAY 13 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1otnf1ga07u/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Protect your business: Cyber security essentials</a> (Tandridge Town Hall, Oxted, 09:00-10:30) 19 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/2x6p0cg0vj7/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Marketing Lab: Content & Comms Planning</a> (Business Surrey, online,11:30-12:00) 20 - <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1i9iik2wwzd/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">IP for Innovators: Putting Value into Your Business</a> (Crawley Innovation Centre, 17:00-19:00) 21 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/f4g2srckiqy/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">RH N</a><a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/f4g2srckiqy/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">etworking</a> (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free 27 - <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1fdqwbtvkac/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">AI Fundamentals Lunch & Learn: </a>Practical AI for SME Growth (Crawley Innovation Centre, 12:00-13:00) 28 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/2acvnrp36s4/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead</a>  (Town Hall, Reigate, 08:00-10:00)   JUNE 03 - Source in Surrey <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="mailto:sourceinsurrey@surrey-chambers.co.uk" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sales Training Workshop</a> (Town Hall, Reigate, 08:45-13:00) 09 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="mailto:simon@redhill-micropreneurs.uk" rel="noreferrer noopener">Try it Tuesday - free co-working day</a> (Bel4, Redhill, 09:00-17:00) 09 - <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1l1m5ojts71/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">How to Win the Finance: Tenders, Bids & Grants</a> (Crawley Innovation Centre, 11:00-12:00) 10 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/v9vdjf3rdl6/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Health & Wellbeing networking</a> (The Market Stores, Reigate, 19:00-21:00) 10 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/7lmzvvulncw/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sales Lab: Sales for small businesses</a> (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00) 17 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/f4g2srckiqy/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">RH N</a><a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/f4g2srckiqy/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">etworking</a> (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free 20 - <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/74gziurrfze/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Source in Surrey: Buyer-Supplier Exchange</a> (1, The Causeway, Egham, 10:00-14:00)   24 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1a1c1k24jo6/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Marketing Lab: Digital Visibility</a> (Business Surrey, online,11:30-12:00) 25 - <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/vih9mgd00mp/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead </a>(Town Hall, Reigate, 08:00-10:00) 25 - <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1ut6eo2tg9q/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Building a high performance team</a> (Crawley Innovation Centre, 11:00 - 13:00) 30 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1gsgjrorrdi/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Strengthen your business with community impact</a>, (Town Hall, Reigate 09:30-11:00)   JULY 01 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/v9vdjf3rdl6/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Health & Wellbeing networking</a> (The Market Stores, Reigate, 19:00-21:00) 14 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="mailto:simon@redhill-micropreneurs.uk" rel="noreferrer noopener">Try it Tuesday - free co-working day</a> (at Bel4, Redhill, 09:00-17:00) 15 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/7lmzvvulncw/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sales Lab: Findingthe right opportunities</a> (Business Surrey, online, 11:30-12:00) 16 - <a style="color: #843fa1;" href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/xm49vnucqe0/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">RH N</a><a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/xm49vnucqe0/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">etworking</a> (Bel4, Redhill, 19:00-21:30) Try your first RH Networking event for free 23 - <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/bkx6x14xw9b/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FSB Connect Reigate & Banstead</a> (Town Hall, Reigate 08:00-10:00)   Matching Surrey SMEs with buyers https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/ocnf6n4ju6o?lang=en&rss=true Source in Surrey has launched a new AI platform to make buying and supplying simple, quick and efficient. It connects Surrey-based SMEs with buyers and procurement opportunities. This free tool matches suppliers to relevant opportunities and supports SMEs to grow their customer based. To find out more, register your interest here [ sourceinsurrey@surrey-chambers.co.uk ]. 28 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT 11ebaf72284e9f98832bc841ff0bf674 ARTICLE_1_COLUMN-clone-31731032-20250820-171852 Source in Surrey launches AI matchmaking tool Source in Surrey has launched a new AI platform to make buying and supplying simple, quick and efficient. It connects Surrey-based SMEs with buyers and procurement opportunities. This free tool matches suppliers to relevant opportunities and supports SMEs to grow their customer based. To find out more, <a href="mailto:sourceinsurrey@surrey-chambers.co.uk" rel="noreferrer noopener">register your interest here</a>. Promotional graphic for “Source in Surrey” showing the logo and the text “Our AI platform makes buying and supplying simple, quick, and efficient,” over an image of hands using a laptop with a digital shield, cloud upload symbol, and connected technology icons on a blue background. https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/v3files/shard1/37225/05/12394da5a4c09a5594993a.jpg Read more https://www.sourceinsurrey.co.uk/ Made Smarter https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/7s29ye0f6rz?lang=en&rss=true Nearly 300 South East manufacturers benefited from the Made Smarter South East [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1au4hyjc44s/external?lang=en ] programme last year and, with funding extended for a further year to 31 March 2027, you won't want to miss out! Join Made Smarter and benefit from fully funded, specialist advice from technology experts, who will help you identify the right tools and technologies and how to use them to make everyday improvements to your business. 30 Sep 2025 12:00:00 BST 21dca02de82c0cb11a5768eefc87e63d ARTICLE_1_COLUMN-clone-31731032-20250820-171852 Nearly 300 South East manufacturers benefited from the <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1au4hyjc44s/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Made Smarter South East</a> programme last year and, with funding extended for a further year to 31 March 2027, you won't want to miss out! Join Made Smarter and benefit from fully funded, specialist advice from technology experts, who will help you identify the right tools and technologies and how to use them to make everyday improvements to your business. Support elements include: <ul> <li>Match-funding of up to £20,000 (50% match)</li> <li>Expert advice, guidance and support</li> <li>Bespoke digital roadmap for your business</li> <li>Leadership training</li> <li>Workforce training</li> <li>Fully-funded student internship (up to 300 hours).</li> </ul> The programme is open to SME manufacturers and makers based in the South East. In order to be eligible, businesses must have fewer than 250 employees and must not be part of a wider group, or funded by Private Equity. They must have a turnover below £44 million, and not have received state aid of more than £315,000 over the last three years.   If you'd like to find out more, Tracey Carter from the FSB has made a useful <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/16dupur5gtr/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">video summarising the benefits and criteria</a>.   Closing date: 31 March 2027 Graphic with the words ‘Made Smarter’ in black text on a yellow background‑focus lights https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/v3files/shard1/37225/51/f395e92d35a0de8226f9eb.jpg Net Zero Toolkit https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/2wcip4gdnu4?lang=en&rss=true There’s never been a better time to start your businesses journey to net zero. But where do you start? The Business Surrey net zero toolkit will guide you step-by-step through creating and implementing a carbon reduction plan for your business. Led by Shelley Lawson, founder of Frog Bikes, a series of videos and worksheets will help you apply the learning direct to your organisation. 12 May 2026 12:00:00 BST 114eeae684df98e9b4b739e47701b06f ARTICLE_1_COLUMN-clone-31731032-20250820-171852 A step by step guide There’s never been a better time to start your businesses journey to net zero. But where do you start?   The Business Surrey net zero toolkit will guide you step-by-step through creating and implementing a carbon reduction plan for your business. Led by Shelley Lawson, founder of Frog Bikes, a series of videos and worksheets will help you apply the learning direct to your organisation. By the end, you’ll have a bespoke plan which will not only reduce your carbon footprint but also your outgoings. Plus it could help you win more clients and bids. <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1j1jq7wx8li/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Access the toolkit today.</a> Close-up of a folder or document labelled “Net Zero,” held over a desk with stationery and papers, illustrating environmental sustainability or carbon reduction planning. https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/v3files/shard1/37225/15/6c68044ddcdca84bd2e42d.jpg Local businesses in the news https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/326okbidebp?lang=en&rss=true Congratulations to: Emilia Hunt [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/4b9wtcd8fcl/external?lang=en ] (Curated by Emilia Hunt) who has been shortlisted for the High Street Hero Award in the 2026 Small Business Britain Small Awards [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1hp07f3d9fr/external?lang=en ]. Emma Newburn [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/gxokjova757/external?lang=en ] (Share the Load) who has been chosen as one of PA Life’s 15 Amazing Assistants to celebrate their 15th Anniversary. Heike Jord Knip [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/12jfkkvja4h/external?lang=en ] (The Good Consulting Company) who are finalists in The National Learning Disabilities & Autism Awards 2026 02 Sep 2025 12:00:00 BST 8ea4fc50f8676295ad1b8a32d5cea51c ARTICLE_1_COLUMN-clone-31731032-20200821-163928 Congratulations to: <ul> <li><a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/4b9wtcd8fcl/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Emilia Hunt</a> (Curated by Emilia Hunt) who has been shortlisted for the High Street Hero Award in the 2026 Small Business Britain <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1hp07f3d9fr/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Small Awards</a>. </li> <li><a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/gxokjova757/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Emma Newburn</a> (Share the Load) who has been chosen as one of PA Life’s 15 Amazing Assistants to celebrate their 15th Anniversary.</li> <li><a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/12jfkkvja4h/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Heike Jord Knip</a> (The Good Consulting Company) who are finalists in The National Learning Disabilities & Autism Awards 2026 </li> </ul> A star-shaped trophy on a black base photographed against a dark blue background with softly blurred lights, symbolising achievement, recognition, or success. Promotional graphic showing two copies of a black, textured box set titled ‘Johnny Douglas: The Collection,’ with gold lettering on the covers. The items are displayed against a dark background featuring the text ‘Johnny Douglas | The Collection’ at the top https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/v3files/shard1/37225/1e/c37fc9b5e1449768c42e5c.jpg https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/v3files/shard1/37225/19/9ee6e04256e61615f31b32.jpg Finalists announced in the Surrey Muddy Awards Regional Finals https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/1nda0n0n323?lang=en&rss=true The finalists in the Muddy Stilettos Surrey Muddy Awards 2026 have been announced - and the borough has a fantastic line-up of shortlisted finalists. Be sure to cast your vote [ https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/lzm2ki52vq4/external?lang=en ] for your favourites - deadline 1pm on 26 May 2026. 12 May 2026 12:00:00 BST 4ec14086cf4d24588e4d810edc3024a7 ARTICLE_1_COLUMN-clone-31731032-20200821-163928 Vote for your favourite! The finalists in the Muddy Stilettos Surrey Muddy Awards 2026 have been announced - and the borough has a fantastic line-up of shortlisted finalists. Be sure to <a href="https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/Newsletter/lzm2ki52vq4/external?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">cast your vote</a> for your favourites - deadline 1pm on 26 May 2026. The shortlisted finalists are: <ul> <ul> <li>Best Afternoon Tea - Tea on the Green (Tadworth)</li> <li>Best Artisan Food & Drink Producer <ul> <li>Bowls of Goodness (Reigate)</li> <li>Nourish Grow Cook Enjoy (Reigate)</li> <li>Pilgrim Brewery (Reigate)</li> </ul> </li> <li>Best Bar - Basil's Wine Bar (Reigate)</li> <li>Best Boutique Stay - Langshott Manor (Horley) </li> <li>Best Cafe <ul> <li>Blooms and Bakes (Reigate)</li> <li>Café Chai (Banstead)</li> </ul> </li> <li>Best Casual Dining - Lebnani (Reigate) </li> <li>Best Children's Business - Creative Pickle (Reigate)</li> <li>Best Family Experience - Mayfield Lavender (Banstead)</li> <li>Best Florist: <ul> <li>Tipsy Flowers (Banstead)</li> <li>Willows Flowers by Design (Reigate)</li> </ul> </li> <li>Best Hair Salon: <ul> <li>Alex Smith Hair Design (Reigate) </li> <li>No 53 Salon (Walton-on-the-Hill)</li> </ul> </li> <li>Most loved local pub - The Kingswood Arms (Kingswood)</li> <li>Best wedding & party venue: <ul> <li>Langshott Manor (Horley)</li> <li>Reigate Hill Golf Club (Reigate)</li> </ul> </li> <li>Best wellbeing specialist: <ul> <li>Perfect Balance Reflexology (Redhill)</li> <li>Reigate Wellbeing Centre (Reigate)</li> <li>Surrey Therapy Practice (Banstead)</li> </ul> </li> <li>Best Yoga / Pilates Studio: <ul> <li>House of Reformer (Reigate)</li> <li>Meraki Studios (Banstead)</li> <li>Studio Glide (Banstead)</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </ul> Gold circular badge with white handwritten-style text reading “Muddy Stilettos Awards 2026.” https://rbbc.newsweaver.co.uk/v3files/shard1/37225/ad/55512c84687d87b05fa970.jpg