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Business Accounting and Legal Clinic

Business Accounting and Legal Clinic

Kirk Rice will be joining forces with the business legal team at Lamb Brooks Solicitors, making themselves available for a free accounting, tax and legal clinic, taking place on Thursday 6 February at the Kirk Rice office in Fleet. Businesses can book a free 20 minute appointment with a qualified accountant and /or lawyer. So if you have a burning question, are looking to make changes to your business or just want to run an idea past someone with the knowledge and experience to advise you, then please book your free appointment. Whatever stage your business is at, a chat
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Have your say on the future of libraries in Hampshire as part of the Hampshire Library Consultation

Have your say on the future of libraries in Hampshire as part of the Hampshire Library Consultation

Hampshire County Council is asking people who live, work and study in Hampshire to have their say on proposed changes to libraries. A 10-week public consultation until Wednesday 18 March 2020 is asking for opinions on: the emerging vision for Hampshire’s Libraries to 2025; the level of need for library services in specific local communities; proposed changes to the Library Service and the potential impacts; and any alternatives that respondents may wish to propose. The proposal includes the possibility of closing up to 10 libraries across the county, although Fleet would not be considered for closure as it is a
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Hart District Council identify £125,000 Single Person Discount Fraud

Hart District Council identify £125,000 Single Person Discount Fraud

Over £125,000 of fraudulently claimed single person discounts have been identified in Hart as a result of a recent review of the Single Person Discount scheme. More than 325 cases were discovered where discounts were removed, and the full charge is now payable. Single Person Discount fraud is the most common type of Local Government fraud nationally, totalling £19.4 million in 2019. Hart District Council recognises that this is a serious issue, reducing income that would otherwise be spent on critical public services. Consequently, reviews are regularly undertaken to ensure that those committing fraud are prevented from doing so and
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Is free parking good for Fleet?

Is free parking good for Fleet?

Hart District Council have been reviewing parking charges and are proposing to introduce free 30 minute parking in Fleet which is being discussed at the Council’s Overview & Scrutiny Committee meeting on 17th December. The Fleet Business Improvement District undertook two research projects to get views from businesses, people who work in the town and shoppers / visitors to the town to understand whether free parking would be a good thing for Fleet. While there is overwhelming support for free parking, there are significant concerns about the current proposals which would introduce a new 3 hour parking charge, increase fees
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Guide to Preventing Business Crime

Guide to Preventing Business Crime

Lancashire Police have published helpful business crime prevention advice for business owners on their website. Read the full article and download the guide here Here are their top tips to reduce the risks of your business being targeted Keep valuables and anything that may attract a criminal to your business out of sight. Remove anything that might be used to commit crime – eg make sure there are no bricks or debris around or chain bins to railings so they can’t be used as climbing aids Security mark property, use dummy stock or consider smoke and dye systems (larger businesses)
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Fleet Business Improvement District funds taxi marshal pilot in Fleet

Fleet Business Improvement District funds taxi marshal pilot in Fleet

A taxi marshal scheme aimed at ensuring driver and passenger safety is set to launch over the Christmas period in Fleet, in partnership with Fleet Business Improvement District and Hart District Council’s community safety and licensing teams. The Security Industry Authority-licenced marshals, provided by Bridgegate Security with two thirds of the funding from the  Fleet Business Improvement District and the balance from Hart District Council, will operate on Friday and Saturday nights, from midnight to 4am at the taxi rank opposite Moo Moo nightclub until the New Year. The scheme aims to ensure safe operation of the taxi rank by:
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Santa’s Post Office returns to Fleet this Christmas

Santa’s Post Office returns to Fleet this Christmas

Families can again enjoy Santa’s Post Office courtesy of the business community in Fleet through the Fleet Business Improvement District. Santa’s Post Office opened in the Hart Shopping Centre on Saturday 23rd November and over 600 children have already visited the enchanting Post Office to meet the Christmas elves and write their letter to Santa. Children can post their letters in the special Post Box and watch its magical journey to Lapland. Last year one delighted parent commented, “We went in today with my two kids and they loved it! Both my husband and I were so impressed and felt
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Fleet Food Week guide to grills, pubs and bars in Fleet

Fleet Food Week guide to grills, pubs and bars in Fleet

Fleet Food Week celebrates our unique restaurants, cafes and independent coffee shops where there’s something for every taste bud and occasion. This page is constantly being updated in the run up to Fleet Food Week so do keep checking back for updates and special offers. There’s plenty of choice in Fleet, whether it’s a catch up with friends, a business meeting or to enjoy a special celebration. It’s no wonder Fleet consistently been ranked as one of the best places to live in the country in recent years. Here’s our guide to grills, pubs and bars in Fleet Empire Lounge
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Fleet Food Week guide to takeaways in Fleet

Fleet Food Week guide to takeaways in Fleet

Fleet Food Week guide to takeaways in Fleet. Fleet Food Week celebrates our unique restaurants, cafes and independent coffee shops where there’s something for every taste bud and occasion. There’s plenty of choice in Fleet, whether it’s a catch up with friends, a business meeting or to enjoy a special celebration. It’s no wonder Fleet consistently been ranked as one of the best places to live in the country in recent years. Here’s our guide to  takeaways in Fleet Indian Chutneys, 355 Fleet Road 01252 810330 Fleet Spice, 90 Fleet Road 01252 811554 Many restaurants also offer takeaway – check
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Find Your Free Parking in Fleet

Find Your Free Parking in Fleet

Where can you get Free Parking in Fleet?   The following businesses are part of the Fleet BID FindYourFreeParking promotion where you can claim up to 2 hours or overnight parking subject to a minimum spend in store   El Castello – 2 hours or overnight (6pm to 8am) parking refunded when you spend £20 or more on Food. Tackle Up Fleet, 151 Fleet Road Experience Fleet, Hart Shopping Centre Livingstones, 277 Fleet Road 217 Menswear, 217 Fleet Road The Snowboard Shop, 26-28 Reading Road South   Terms and Conditions To be eligible for Free parking in Fleet and your
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