From Thursday 14 May to Sunday 17 May 2020, people across the country are invited to visit a community business near them during Community Business Weekend.
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2019 Community Business Weekend flourishes
The fourth edition of Community Business Weekend took place this month from 16-19 May. Over 200 community businesses across the country opened their doors and put on events for people to come and enjoy. From leisure centres to farms, cafes, community hubs and pubs, communities celebrated and showcased why community businesses matter. It was an […]
Britain not so divided, as new research finds most of us trust our neighbours
Weβre living in divisive times – but Brits say their sense of community spirit is alive and well and helping rebuild fractured neighbourhoods. The new Community Spirit Index from independent trust Power to Change shows how community-run events and businesses are driving change and providing vital support in UK towns and cities, despite the divisive […]
How to promote your Community Business Weekend event to media and beyond!
Getting excited about Community Business Weekend? Have a great idea for an event but not sure how best to promote it? Watch our 35 minute webinar to gain practical tips to advertise your event and community business and learn about all the resources and support we have on offer. In this webinar we hear from […]
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Congratulations @ridingsunbeams π #CEAwards19
.@ridingsunbeams has won the Collaboration Award (sponsored by @peoplesbiz) for the world-first pioneering project looking to connect enough unsubsidised, community & commuter owned solar panels to the rail network in the South East of England to power 1 in 10 trains.
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Great news - and the best is yet to come, as the solar farms will be transferred into community ownership. Well done all #CEawards19
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We are delighted to have won the #CommunityEnergy Finance award. Proud of our team π #CEAwards19
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“.@peoplesbiz has won the #CommunityEnergy Finance award for purchasing 6 solar farms which will be put into community ownership & for inves...
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.@peoplesbiz has won the #CommunityEnergy Finance award for purchasing 6 solar farms which will be put into community ownership & for investing over Β£1m to help groups explore new business models. They are helping to literally put power back into community hands. #CEawards19
Early lessons being shared by @WillDGWalker from the wide range of projects using @peoplesbiz's Next Gen Fund. He reports a diversity of ideas for business models but regulation is a major hurdle. Private sector partnerships are invaluable, as is an "innovation mindset". #FM4CE
NEW speakers! With under 4 weeks to go until the #Locality19 Convention we're excited to announce even more exciting speakers. Each of our speakers will be sharing their personal journey, experiences and insights. Prepare to be rejuvenated and inspired! https://t.co/ghCTdEMhAG
