Did you know, during an assessment of the borough’s economy it was revealed that the area is ranked as the most economically competitive borough in the UK outside of London (UK Competitiveness Index 2021).

The review took place last year, where Runnymede Borough Council’s economic development team also discovered that the area has one of the highest concentraitons of people working in tech, attracts a significant amount of Foreign Direct Investment and is home to one in every five of Surrey`s largest companies.

The research revealed strengths and areas for improvement which will now shape the borough’s new Economic Development Strategy for 2022 to 2026 which is set to be published later in the year.

Click below to find out more about the insights the economic assessment revealed.

LoCASE offers small and medium-sized businesses energy grants from £1,000 up to £10,000, covering 40% of eligible costs.

The funding is available for businesses to implement energy efficiency measures, to save on costs going forward. The funding can also support business development for companies providing green services.

For more information contact Cathy or Brune at [email protected]

Are you looking for financial support to help your business to grow, to invest in research and development, or to become more sustainable?

If the answer is yes, then you could benefit from using the Business Growth Hub’s new Funding Finder where you can find out about the latest finance opportunities.

Do you have views on local and national issues which affect businesses?

The Federation of Small Business (FSB) has arranged an opportunity for a small number of local businesses to meet with Dr Ben Spencer MP for Weybridge and Runnymede.

Thursday 21 July

⏰ 1:15pm - 2:15pm

If you are interested in attending, please email Ray Abrahams at the FSB [email protected]

Hear from industry experts about how, even in a digital age, traditional media is an essential, and affordable part of the marketing mix for small businesses.

Find out how print, radio, and direct mail marketing could work for you.

Friday, 22 July 2022

⏰ 10:30am – 12pm

Join us on social media, where we will be posting regular updates on our Twitter and Instagram accounts. Our LinkedIn account has now moved to:

Runnymede Borough Council LinkedIn

Using social media has become an important tool for success this year, we've seen some really inventive ideas and ways of engaging with customers.

Come and say hello and follow us! We are happy to share your posts and profiles.