Flexible Skills Programme – funding to help with upskilling employees

The funding is available to support employees of Wales-based tourism and hospitality businesses to attend training courses that are relevant to the sector – this can include face-to-face, or online training. Applications must receive approval before the training commences. To find out if your business is eligible and for more information on the training that may be supported, as well as an expression of interest form – please go to https://businesswales.gov.wales/skillsgateway/flexible-skills-programme

Installation of Electrical Vehicle Charging Ports

The UK Government has funding available to help businesses purchase and install electric vehicle charging points. The scheme can cover up to 75% of the cost up to £375 per socket. The grant is available for B&Bs, small hotels, campsites and any other accommodation businesses and charities. Further information can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/workplace-charging-scheme-guidance-for-charities-and-small-accommodation-businesses The guidelines for other businesses who wish to provide charging points for their staff or fleets can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/workplace-charging-scheme-guidance-for-applicants