The Port is currently represented by Development Director, Peter Davies.

This is a great chance to raise awareness of the benefits in creating an Active & Healthy workplace and getting employers involved in physical activities and learning more about  health opportunities.

The grants available allow for bids up to £500 involving programme trials that address one or more of the following themes:

• Physical Activity
• Mental Wellbeing
• Healthy Eating

The deadline for applications if Friday 8th June 2012. For more information on the schemes, please use the following links: Application Form , Guidance Notes 

The fund currently totals over £23 million. Over £14 million has been allocated to the below five projects that will potentially provide over 2000 jobs:

• Airfield Park, Bognor Regis
• i360, Brighton
• Caterham Fast Fibre Hubs
• Malling Brooks, Lewes
• Ruskin Square, Croydon

Chariman of the C2C Growing Places Investment committee, Tim Wates said: "I am very pleased to announce we have five very strong projects that have the potential to stimulate growth within the Coast to Capital area.

The variety of projects also demonstrates the willingness and intent of the Board to consider all options when looking for ways to create long-term high quality sustainable jobs. The iconic Brighton i360 that will further strengthen Brighton's international reputation and Ruskin Square, Croydon that will be a catalyst for significant investment within the Borough.

This is indeed a very exciting time for all involved in Coast to Capital and the many partners we are working with."

For the full story please visit: http://www.coast2capital.org.uk/latest-news/coast-to-capital-awards-p144-million.html

We are delighted that two of the winners came from Worthing.

B&W Group Limited won the Innovation award whilst Electronic Temperature  Instruments won the 2012 International Trade award.

The closing date for entries for the 2013 Awards is 28 September 2012. For more information on entering please click here > Queen's Award with the Department for Business, Innovation & Skills . 

The campaign received positive response from big national firms to small indepenent businesses alike. The scheme is strongly supported by the National Apprenticeship Service, Local MPs Sir Peter Bottomley, Tim Loughton and the area's Chamber of Commerce.

Brenda Cook, Apprenticeship Manager reported "I think it has just been incredible and I would like to thank all those employers who have taken on apprentices, the response has just been mind blowing. It has been so good for us."

“One of the main things is that we have one of the highest success rates in the country for our apprentice placements, so it is a real success story.”

Northbrook College principal Sue Dare welcomed gaining the 100 target. She said: “It is fantastic we have reached the 100 Apprenticeships target in 67 days. It’s a real tribute to all the local employers, the Herald and our Apprenticeship Team. We will be carrying on to see how many more we can recruit by our May 5 target date.”

See the full article on www.worthingherald.co.uk.

MPs Vince Cable and Eric Pickles have composed a letter which highlights the opportunities for LEPs to seek local funding support through RGF. To view click here.

For further details and information on how to apply, please visit http://www.bis.gov.uk/rgf.

If you are thinking of applying to the Coastal Communities Fund or know someone who might, there will be briefing sessions about the funding which will explain what the funding is for and how to apply.

·         Expressions of interest for the Early Round of applications should be submitted by 25 March 2012. We recommend you attend the London event on 15 March 2012 if you would like to attend a briefing before applying to this round. This early round is primarily for projects that are ‘ready to go’

·         The deadline for expressions of interest to the Main Round of applications is 27 April 2012. There will be a session in Brighton on 29 March 2012 from 10.15am to 12.45pm but you can choose from any of our briefings.

The expression of interest process for both rounds is the same and consists of a short form with a small number of questions asking for a description of your plans. The majority of funding will be committed through the Main Round.  

For more information on the funding available and what you can apply for please visit the Big Fund website: http://www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/prog_coastal_communities_fund?tab=1&regioncode=-uk

To book on one of the other briefing events please consult the timetable of events on the following link to find out how to book your place http://www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/prog_coastal_communities_fund?tab=4&regioncode=-uk

The Academy group worked with younger pupils to help them set up their own soap-making companies.  The children had to think carefully about their target market group, business plan and costings, as well as creating attractive packaging and marketing materials.  The Soaptastic days were fast and pacy and the pupils had to work to tight deadlines to be ready to present their companies and products to the judging panels. 

 Sara Hopkins, Community Liaison Manager for TLA said, "this is a great example of working in partnership with our feeder primary schools, a really positive experience for all the children involved". 

Rob Josephs said, "the teams have worked extremely well together, planning their ideas and achieving good results.  The older students have been really good at taking a step back and learning to facilitate the learning, not taking over and doing it for them". 

Head Teachers Margaret Fraher (St Philiip's) and Andrew Simpson (Arundel CE) were very impressed with the learning experiences gained by their pupils and look forward to working again with the TLA team. 

Other Organisations: Chichester DC, IMPROBIZ,Chichester Park Hotel, Coalition Communications

Target Audience: Over 50's in Chichester DC area

Start Date: 30-04-2012
End Date: 28-05-2012

Description:
Chichester Chamber of Commerce has developed in conjunction with a number of key partners a 4 week Enterprise training, coaching and development programme. The modular structure integrates learning, group work, project planning, individual /supported activities and presentation skills. The course costs are being supported by local government funding and private company subsidies. The programme will equip delegates with the skills to:

 conduct business analysis and market research
 develop and write a business plan
 understand and apply basic business financial analysis and controls
 use and evaluate basic management and business tools/disciplines
 communicate effectively and sell themselves and their product, service or idea

Benefits
Participants, by the end of the programme, will have developed a business plan and be able to make more informed decisions about starting their own business or self employment. However, those who do not continue with this option after completion of the programme, will have the benefit of increased confidence and new skills which will help to improve their employability.

Venue Chichester Park Hotel , Madgwick Lane, Westhampnett Road, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 7QL

Dates
Workshop 1 30 April 2012
Workshop 2 14 May 2012
Workshop 3 21 May 2012
Workshop 4 28 May 2012
Price
£100 Total price for all four workshops and coaching/mentoring
Note: Free to those in receipt of (JSA) Job Seekers Allowance

Contact Name: Julie Harrison

Email Address: office@chichestercci.org.uk

Telephone Number: 01243531765