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We would like to invite you to a reception at Ropetackle Arts Centre on Thursday 26^th October at 6pm, to mark the launch of our exciting new Business Friends scheme.

I attach details of the scheme, which is open for membership now.

We are delighted to be joined by several key speakers at the reception, including:

• ·         Tim Loughton MP
• ·         Andrew Comben (CEO of Brighton Dome and Brighton Festival)
• ·         Alex Bailey (Chief Executive Adur-Worthing Councils)
• ·         Rodney Lunn (CEO Shoreham Port Authority)

The reception is kindly supported by Worthing & Adur Chamber of Commerce.

RSVP to: ropetacklebusinessfriends@gmail.com

A request for support.

As part of our 2016 funding negotiations, Adur Council commissioned an ‘economic impact’ report which showed that expenditure in the local economy, by those attending Ropetackle, amounts to c£900,000 per year, in addition to the range of other benefits which Ropetackle provides to the area and the community.

In relation to our 2018 bid, the Council requires additional evidence of Ropetackle’s value.

We are hoping therefore, to get some statements of support from local businesses, yourselves included. In particular, we would love to hear whether you feel Ropetackle is a valuable asset to the local area and economy, and, if your business derives any direct or indirect benefit from it.

Can I ask you therefore, if you would kindly complete the attached short questionnaire, and return it to Ropetackle Centre, or alternatively, complete it online at: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/2WNQD93

I very much look forward to welcoming you to Ropetackle, and to our new community of Business Friends.

Martin Allen

Chairman – The Ropetackle Trust

Click here to download the ROPETACKLE - Business Friends Prospectus 2017

Based in Burgess Hill, Sutton Winson Insurance Brokers & Risk Managers are well placed to provide insurance services to Lancing Business Park members.

They offer something different: attention to detail, transparency and ability to help our customers grow their businesses. They offer the following services: Commercial Insurances, Personal Insurances (Household, Motor & Travel), Trade Credit Insurance (Excise bonds, asset finance etc) Employee Benefits/Healthcare and Risk Management services. They are able to tailor their services to your specific business needs.

They also provide various Health & Safety training, their most popular courses are IOSH Managing Safely (4 Days) and Working Safely (1Day) that run throughout the year. They are able to deliver these courses at your premises. This will be dependent on the number of attendees.

Location: Greenacre Court, Station Road, RH15 9DS

IOSH Managing Safely (4 Days) 

• ·         Day 1 - 2nd October
• ·         Day 2 - 3rd October
• ·         Day 3 - 12th October
• ·         Day 4 - 13th October

IOSH Working Safely (1 Day)

• ·         11th October

Emergency First Aid @ Work (1 Day)

Lancing Business Park members can receive 10% discount per person (quote Member10)

• ·         18th October 
• ·         31st January (2018)

Safety for Directors (1 Day)

• ·         3rd November

To reserve a place on one of the courses, or to find out cost and more information, please email riskmanagement@swib.co.uk  or visit https://www.suttonwinson.com/news/events1.html

Welcome to the latest news update, keeping you informed about the health and life sciences initiatives we are progressing, highlighting relevant sector events and funding opportunities, and updating you on the exciting things that are happening in and around the county.

Cluster Activities

Events

National

Funding

SBRI Healthcare Call Now Open- Cancer: Screening, Earlier Diagnosis & Faster Diagnosis

SBRI Healthcare is an NHS England initiative led by the Academic Health Science Networks to develop technology solutions for known healthcare challenges.

Launched on the 25th July the next funding round on cancer focuses on finding innovative solutions with the ability to transform screening and facilitate both earlier and faster diagnosis of cancer. Applications are welcomed from companies with innovative solutions.

A full competition brief can be found here.

The deadline for the competition is September 6th at noon.

The Digital Health Technology Catalyst

The Digital Health Technology Catalyst is a new £35 million funding programme to be funded through the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund over the next 4 years.

Feasibility projects must range in size from total project costs of £50,000 to £75,000 and you must complete your project within one year.

Industrial research and experimental development projects must range in size from total project costs of £500,000 to £1 million and you must complete your project within 3 years

A recording of the competition briefing can be found here and the full details, here.

The deadline for the first round is noon October 11th.

Biomedical Catalyst Round 3: early stage

Micro, small or medium-size UK companies can apply for a share of £10 million to work alone or with others on solving healthcare challenges.

This is an early-stage competition. They are looking to fund projects that enable SMEs to complete a data package sufficient to support the subsequent testing of their product or process in a clinical setting (or other relevant environment). The early-stage project can include:

Projects should last between one and 3 years and range between £250,000 and £4 million.

Further details on the funding can be found here. The competition closes on October 11th at noon.

Biomedical Catalyst Round 3: feasibility studies

Micro, small or medium-size UK companies can apply for a share of £2 million to work alone or with others on solving healthcare challenges.

This is a feasibility competition. They are looking to fund projects that explore and evaluate the commercial potential of innovative scientific ideas by:

Projects can range in size up to £200,000. Projects should last no longer than 12 months.

Further details on the funding can be found here. The competition closes on October 11th at noon.

NIHR i4i Connect for SMEs

Expressions of Interest are invited for i4i Connect, an NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) funding stream aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in need of a funding boost to reach the next stage in the development pathway. The i4i programme is a translational funding scheme advancing healthcare technologies, devices and interventions for patient benefit in areas of existing or emerging clinical need. The aim of i4i Connect is to de-risk projects, making them attractive to follow-on funders and investors, potentially providing a pathway into a full programme of i4i funding.

This fund offers between £50,000-£150,000 over a 6-12 month period.

Further details on the funding can be found here. The call closes at 1pm on September 13th.  

Trade

Diabetes & Oncology trade mission to India.

A call has been made for the best British digital healthcare innovators to take part in the Department for International Trade’s Diabetes and Oncology events in India this year.

The mission will take place 3 – 13 November 2017, in Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Bengaluru and Mumbai. The full details can be found here.

Expressions of interest need to be made to Madhukar.bose@trade.gov.uk  bySeptember 6th.

Date:  Tuesday 26th September 2017
Time: 08.00 - 10.00
Location: Cowdray Room, Horsham Council, Parkside, Chart Way, Horsham, West Sussex RH12 1RL

Breakfast treats, tea and coffee will be provided.

What are the business opportunities for products and services that clean up our air?

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SAVE THE DATE: Thursday 12 October, 6.30pm QAHH Quiz Night

We’d love you and a team to join us and put your general knowledge to the test at our fun and lively quiz night on Thursday 12 October – all in aid of The Queen Alexandra Hospital Home and hosted by fabulous quizmaster, Chris Coopey.

Tickets are now available and cost £10 per person, including a buffet supper. Teams are up to 6 people.

To book, please call Samantha on 01903 218444 or email samantha-stokes@qahh.org.uk

All money raised will go towards the care and rehabilitation of our disabled ex-servicemen and women.

We hope to see you there

The QAHH Fundraising Team

Take a look at what we have coming up this year…

September

Assault Course Challenge – Sunday 10 September

A great opportunity for teams to participate in this brand new QAHH event. Take on the challenge of this 5km course which includes rope climbs, zip wire, underground tunnels and rope bridges. It will be challenging but also great fun for teams of friends, family or colleagues. Over 18’s only.

If you would like to know more, please contact Sam on 01903 218444 or email: samantha-stokes@qahh.org.uk

October

Dance To Your Decade – Saturday 7 October, 6.30pm 

Come and join us at the Heene Community Centre for 4 hours of dancing to hits from the 60s through to the 90s (1 hour per decade). Choose your decade/s or dance to 40 years worth of fabulous music! There’ll be a prize for the best fancy dress (optional), and spot prizes for the best dancers from each decade.

It’s £10 per person to take part, and we ask that each dancer tries to raise a minimum of £50 in sponsorship.

To sign up, contact Sam on 01903 218444 or email: samantha-stokes@qahh.org.uk

Quiz Night – Thursday 12 October, 6.30pm

Come and put your general knowledge to the test at our fun and lively quiz night, hosted by seasoned quizmaster Chris Coopey. £10 per person, includes a buffet supper, teams up to 6 people, and a cash bar.  Trophy and prize for the winning team.

To book your place, contact Sam on 01903 218444 or email: samantha-stokes@qahh.org.uk

Bright10 – Sunday 15 October, 9am

Get fit and lean whilst supporting QAHH with this 10-mile run along Brighton & Hove seafront. Join Team QAHH and help raise vital funds for the disabled veterans in our care.

If you would like to run for QAHH, please contact Sam on 01903 218444 or email: samantha-stokes@qahh.org.uk

November

The Glitter Ball – Saturday 18 November, 6.30pm

We are holding our 2nd Glitter Ball at The Hilton Avisford Park Hotel, Arundel. Guests will be treated to a drinks reception, sumptuous three course meal, dancing to a fabulous live band, plus spot prizes, fundraising games and an auction. We’ll even take you home afterwards on our vintage bus!

Tickets: £55 each (includes welcome drink, three course dinner, a half bottle of wine per person and entertainment)

Tables are for parties of 8 to 12 guests. Parties smaller than 8 will be asked to share a table.

For more information, or to book tickets, contact Sam on 01903 218444 or email: samantha-stokes@qahh.org.uk

December

Christmas Bazaar – Saturday 2 December, 1.30pm – 4pm

Come and join the festivities at our annual Christmas Bazaar! Visit Santa’s grotto, enjoy live family entertainment, a market selling crafts, real Christmas trees, Christmas gifts, cards and decorations, mulled wine, mince pies and cakes.

For more information, or if you would like to hold a stall at the Bazaar, please contact Sam on 01903 218444, or email samantha-stokes@qahh.org.uk

Christmas Carol Concert – Sunday 17 December, 2pm

This annual event at the stunning Lancing College Chapel is always a sell-out event. To reserve your tickets, contact Sam on 01903 218444, or email samantha-stokes@qahh.org.uk

Hold your own fundraising event for QAHH! 

We can support you if you are undertaking your own fundraising event or initiative. We can supply fundraising materials, banners, posters, sponsorship forms or anything you would need for your fundraising, and we also have an A-Z of fundraising ideas. We can even attend your event/initiative to help out, and to thank those involved.

If you are interested in holding your own fundraising event for QAHH, please contact Events and Community Fundraising Officer, Sam on 01903 218444 or email: samantha-stokes@qahh.org.uk

http://www.qahh.org.uk/events/

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Adur Special Needs Project (ASNP) will be holding their first Annual Sponsored Walk on Sunday 1st October 2017. Held in the centre of Shoreham, the Adur Ferry Bridge will play host to the Piratethemed event, which will see children, families, supporters, and trustees of the Charity undertaking fun relays of the 200-metre bridge from 11am until 1pm. 

The relays will include various challenges including an egg and spoon race. In addition, there will be face painting, a treasure chest of prizes, and a jar of sweets up for grabs. Heidi Rush, who is a trustee with the Charity and is organising the event, said, “It has been good fun planning this team event and we are looking forward to bringing the local community together to focus on raising money for our important work.” 

For almost 30 years ASNP has been supporting local families with children who have special/additional needs and disabilities such as Autism, Fragile X Syndrome and ADHD. The play schemes currently operate from Glebelands Day Centre in Shoreham on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month during school term times. Each session can cater for up to 15 children aged 5-15 years of age, and in most cases the children receive 1:1 support.

 Heidi went on to explain, “We believe that the Play Scheme is essential to the families we support, and one of our parents recently wrote the following: 

“ASNP has changed my son’s outlook dramatically while he is at the play schemes. At first, he found his anxiety would kick in and he was really worried how it would be. ASNP have been so supportive, the staff have kept gently encouraging him with all the activities. He has overcome so, so much! 

She continued, “ASNP helps make time for our family to leave the house, go shopping and a lunch out together which is impossible without them. This means so very much! Thank you so much ASNP!” 

Most of the Charity’s income is secured from grant givers and funding applications, however whenever possible it likes to host its own fundraising events and it is anticipated that a sponsored walk will become an annual highlight. In recent months, the waiting list of children hoping to join the play scheme has grown significantly which means there is an obvious need to raise more money. 

Supporting ASNP from the local business community is James Ross Jewellers who will be providing goody bags for everyone that takes part. If you would also like to also be a supporter, add a gift to the goody bags, or find out more about Adur Special Needs Project, please contact Heidi Rush (Trustee) at info@adurspecialneedsproject.org.uk. The Charity also has a Crowd Funding page if you would like to donate online. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION Meeting point on Sunday 1st October: Adur Ferry Bridge Lower Beach Road (by the car park) Shoreham Beach ASNP, The Old School House, Ham Road, Shoreham-by-Sea BN43 6PA email: info@adurspecialneedsproject.org.uk, telephone: 07788 239634. For information, visit www.adurspecialneedsproject.org.uk Registered Charity Number: 1088423