Increasing the jobs tax would stop our recovery before it’s started, say small firms
Amid speculation that the Government is planning to increase employer national insurance contributions (NICs), the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Development Manager for Hampshire, Dorset and Isle of Wight Nicola Bailey said: “After the huge amount of damage wrought to businesses over the last 16 months, the Government cannot be serious about a strong economic […]
Port Solent announces exciting live music and family fun event to take place this August
Renowned for hosting brilliant events throughout the year, Port Solent is back with its first big FREE event in 2021. Visitors can enjoy live music, family fun and entertainment on Saturday 14th August with Sounds of Summer at Port Solent. On Saturday 14 August from 11am, there will be exciting entertainment for all with […]
Get vaccinated at Fratton Park this weekend
Anyone aged 18 years and over can get their COVID-19 vaccination at Portsmouth Football Club’s stadium, Fratton Park, this weekend. The clinic is being run by Solent NHS Trust, in partnership with Portsmouth FC and Portsmouth City Council, and is open from 12-6pm on Sunday 25 July. No appointments are necessary. Individuals will be able […]
Join the Shaping Team: Volunteer Executive Assistant to the Board
At Shaping Portsmouth we are looking for a volunteer Executive Assistant to support our Board of Directors. This is a volunteer role. As Executive Assistant you will report to the Co-Chairs of the Board and the CEO, and will: arrange and attend the quarterly Board meetings organise Board papers produce the Board meeting minutes and […]
Spinnaker Tower repaint to original white complete
The repaint of the Spinnaker Tower back to its original white has been completed thanks to a team of six abseiling painters. It has taken approximately 2700 hours, 1700 litres of paint and around 120 brushes and 460 rollers to paint the iconic 170m structure. The team of painters has abseiled approximately 40 miles […]
Small business confidence holds steady, with consumers called on to respect “house rules” as England unlocks
FSB is calling on shoppers to abide by the “house rules” of small firms across England from today as its latest SBI shows businesses are still positive about the future despite a delay to the ending of restrictions and mixed messaging around how to operate safely. Half of small business owners (50%) predict that their […]
Free workshops give public opportunity to create community artwork
The public has an opportunity to contribute to a unique piece of community art at Hotwalls Studios on Sunday 18 and Sunday 25 July. Local artist Alice Hume is running free creative workshops with those taking part helping create a series of woven installations that will be part of an exhibition in September. Alice said: […]
Emergency funding to support arts and cultural organisations
Arts and cultural organisations in Portsmouth can now apply for emergency funding from the government if they are at imminent risk of failure but were financially sustainable before the coronavirus pandemic. Eligible organisations can seek permission to apply for this fund and, if successful, can apply for grants of between £25,000 and £3m. Applicants must […]
The HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) Fun Pompey summer programme helps children eat well and be active during the holidays
This summer holiday from 26 July to 30 August Portsmouth City Council and partners are running a fantastic programme of fun activities and nutritious meals as part of the HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) Fun Pompey scheme. Children from 5-16 years old and who are eligible for benefits related free school meals are invited […]
Wightlink’s coronavirus advice after Monday 19 July
The Government has announced the easing of some Covid-19 restrictions from Monday 19 July 2021. Wightlink will continue its policy of requiring customers to wear a face covering indoors on ships and FastCats and at ports unless they are exempt. Everyone is asked to respect social distancing. Wightlink will maintain its high standards of hygiene […]