12.06.09
With The Times reporting recently that "Manufacturers will see growth by Christmas" and house prices rising albeit slowly again, is the UK economy in recovery? I hope so, and I hope your business is feeling the positive vibes.  Can I draw your attention to the pallet survey in this newsletter, which will take you 2 mins to fill in, and to the article about business crime which is very positive.

Manufacturers see growth by Christmas
The Times 020609 - Gráinne Gilmore Economics Correspondent

Britain's manufacturing sector shrank at the slowest pace for a year last month, bolstering hopes that the worst of the recession has passed. Read more...

South East manufacturers get £6 million support boost
A new £6 million commitment from SEEDA will fund free business advice for the region's manufacturers to help them drive the region out of recession.

New Charter pledges to ensure lasting legacy from Bognor Regis regeneration
More than 30 organisations involved in the regeneration of Bognor Regis have signed a unique document pledging to ensure a lasting legacy from the multi-million pound works. Read more...

ARUN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Arun is OPEN FOR BUSINESS
Unlock the hidden potential of your business at the FREE Arun Business Clinics.
Achieving results is what we all want, but how you get them is the real challenge.

Arun Business Clinics provide access to an independent Business Link adviser who will help you turn the potential of your business into real results.
There are now places available for July, August & September 2009

CALL BUSINESS LINK NOW ON 0845 6009006 quote "Arun Business Clinics"  Read more...

Bob Francis e-shot
Bob Francis and I met at a Train to Gain event in the spring, and he informed me that he is part of a group of business advisors and consultants (www.dgba.co.uk ) who carry out a variety of projects for clients large and small.  The reason for mentioning this meeting is that his company produce a very useful, light and amusing e-bulletin that you can read here. Read more...

Lead Thefts
The police have recently informed me that lead theft is on the increase again in the area. Please take all precautions to put lead and other scrap metal away, to ensure you're not a victim of this crime.

Pallet Survey
As a result of ongoing discussions about pallets, I have put together this survey on pallet usage. Please can you take 2 minutes to fill it in and submit it.  Read more...

Recruitment Assistance
Did you know there is a team in the Job Centre, specifically to assist businesses with recruiting migrant labour?  The service known as EURES has been running for 15 years now and was set up to promote European job mobility with a view to move people into where the jobs are! Read more...

Business Crime Statistics for Arun
Sussex Police regularly release statistics to our Community Safety department on all crimes, and I thought I'd share some good news with you in relation to the business crime report. Read more...

Arun Enterprise Challenge - The Final
For the four finalists of the Arun Enterprise Challenge, June 25th is a massive day.  At the Arun Business Partnership "Getting To Know You" event, and with the help of Butlins chefs, students will make their own brand of sandwich. They will then try to sell as many as possible to delegates and exhibitors to win the ultimate prize. Read more...

Available Commercial Property

Rudford Industrial Estate
Unit G2 Rudford Industrial Estate

Summer Diary of Events
The Summer & Autumn Diary of Events Brochure covering events and activities from June through to October 2009 throughout the Arun District is now available.  If you would like a copy sent to you, please contact: Phil Graham - 01903 737858 or e-mail phil.graham@arun.gov.uk

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