Clean Air Routes
Cross River Partnership (CRP), a non-profit found that “people can reduce their exposure to harmful air pollution by almost a quarter by taking a Clean Air Route instead of the default route suggested by popular journey planners”. Use the interactive map, click the ‘From’ and ‘To’ boxes at the top…
Budget 2021
Extensions to furlough, self-employed support, business grants, loans and VAT cuts are Rishi Sunak’s immediate priorities, recognising that businesses were hit the hardest. He also set out plans to drive jobs, growth and investment.
LTN – Stratford Park and Manbey
This follows the introduction of two Low Traffic Neighbourhood (LTN) schemes in Maryland and Forest Gate in August 2020 (1). Now the consultation has begun on the next three schemes in Newham: Area 3: Manbey, Area 4: Atherton and Area 7: Stratford Park. LTN is aimed at improving air quality in the borough. According to…
Brexit Business Resource Hub
The free resources offer practical advice and guidance to businesses and help them mitigate disruption and take advantage of new opportunities. Support for businesses includes: Brexit Workshops with expert advisers to equip SMEs Free personalised advice from expert Brexit Advisers Brexit Ready podcast series In-depth guides to the post-Brexit trade deal …
Ambassador facts for February 2021
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First Mile Recycling February 2021
Check our Subsidised waste and recycling rates offer for Stratford BID members. …
FREE online accredited qualifications
Sign up today for our accredited qualifications in English, Maths and Digital Skills: You will receive an accredited qualification upon completion Flexible around your working commitments and tailored to your individual needs Access to highly specialist tutors offering independent learning and support.
Kickstart Scheme
Employers of all sizes can apply for funding which covers: 100% of the National Minimum Wage (or the National Living Wage depending on the age of the participant) for 25 hours per week for a total of 6 months associated employer National Insurance contributions employer minimum automatic enrolment contributions…
Adult Education: Good Work for All
The new competitive grant award process is launched by the Mayor. This new provision will support the London Recovery Programme in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The sectors outlined in these missions – Digital, Health and Social Care, Green Economy and Creative Industries. Providers can make a case to deliver provision…
GCS Internship 2021: Application deadline 8th March
Eligible applicants can apply via the GCS website. The deadline is 11:55pm on Monday 8 March.