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NISBETS - Unlock 10% off ALL Cookware today.

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NEW SUPPLIER - CSC welcomes Equipment Outdoors to the buying group.

Equipment Outdoors, are your one-stop destination for high-quality outdoor gear from premium brands. Visit our user friendly, and easy-to-navigate online store where you'll find a growing selection of quality products, including tents, sleeping bags and stoves from great brands such as Robens, Outwell, Fizan, Soto, and more. With exiting new brands and product additions, you'll find everything you need for your outdoor adventures in one place at great discounted prices... Click on the image abov...

MITRE - Winter Sale Now On!

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Nisbets - Price Busters Sale: up to 33% off hundreds of products!

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Utility Aid Jargo Buster - Deemed Energy Contract

We hate #jargon at Utility Aid and because of this, we have been working hard to #jargonbust as much as we possibly can. There are terms that are used regularly by suppliers and brokers and if they make no sense to the customer, it is unfair and unethical to use them without translating.Today we are translating what the term 'deemed energy contract' means....

NISBETS LIVE - 20th - 21st March 2024

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!Get your FREE ticket to our biggest event of the year - Nisbets LIVE: Catering Equipment Expo.The event will take place on March 20th & 21st, where we’ll be gathering our top suppliers and customers under one roof to make meaningful connections and offer industry leading equipment at discounted prices, available to order on the day.Join us at Nisbets LIVE and experience:- Two days of live cooking and equipment demonstrations, including our new Cook Live Kitchen, where ...

This Weekends Offer from TradePoint

CSC Buying Group member can sign up to receive these discounts for your DIY and maintenance jobs  HERESign up for CSC Buying Group membership HERE...

MORE THAN HALF OF JOBS CARRIED OUT BY UK TRADESPEOPLE ARE GEARED TOWARDS ENERGY SAVING

Against the ongoing cost of living crisis, a Screwfix survey has found more than half of all jobs being carried out by UK tradespeople over the past year have had an energy saving focus, up by a third when compared to 2022.More than 400 tradespeople took part in the survey, with 86% saying that homeowners were motivated to make the switch to energy saving products to save money on their bills. Just over a third said their main reason was to help tackle climate change.Jack Wallace, Marketing Dire...

Each client has unique risks

Our service is bespoke to ensure CSC Buying Group members get the cover they need. Here's a recent testimonial from a church we advised....

Accreditations - what do they mean and are they important?

This week we're going to explore these, starting with MCS.So what is MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme)?MCS accreditation ensures that the organisation complies with industry standards and regulations related to microgeneration technologies, such as solar panels and wind turbines.Benefits of an organisation being MCS accredited are:🌍 Compliance.🌍 Credibility and Trust: it serves as a mark of quality and reliability.🌍 Access to Incentives: Being accredited can open up opportuniti...

Utility Aid Jargo Buster - Fixed vs Fully Fixed

Did you know your ‘fixed’ contract could actually be a pass though contract where your tariff and standing charges are fixed but your non-commodity (not related to your energy use) charges are variable? It pays to understand the contract you’re signing.Get in touch if you need help and guidance before signing a contract where you’re not 100% sure of all the terminology....

Why is your charity's reputation so important?

▶ Reputation refers to the perception that people have of an organisation. This perception is based on the organisation’s actions, behaviour, and communication. 🤝 These actions and behaviours will include, for example, how they treat their employees, deliver their services or programs, and interact with their stakeholders. 💬 To some extent, communications can also help control people’s opinions and perceptions of a charity, for example, by building trust with stakeholders when report...

Wednesday Wisdom: Lets talk about branding..

Consumer branding is a strategic approach that your business can use to establish familiarity, trust, and loyalty amongst customers - and it doesn't need to be expensive.We offer a wide range of embroidery services to enable you to increase brand awareness, which in turn can lead to increased demand, higher revenue and deeper guest loyalty.What's not to like?Take a look at our branding options 👉 HERE...

Utility Aid Jargon Buster

Do you have a half hourly meter? There is a huge amount of #jargon when it comes to everything that needs to be set up for this type of meter. Lets bust the jargon and hopefully this will help guide you and save you some money....

Defibrillators save lives!

Take advantage of our fantastic offers whilst stocks last and install one in your workplace or community space.Save over £100 with our HeartSine defibrillator deals for a limited time only! Shop now, purchase directly from Safelincs HERE and received the full CSCBG discount...

Helping you reduce, reuse, recycle, renew ♻️

Helping you find the perfect Catering Supplies solutions for your business. Click on the image above for full information....

How to Manage Risk in the Third Sector

The financial world is very volatile at the moment and what that means is that a lot of decisions that I make along with the Board of Directors have an element of risk. One thing that I do not like is uncertainty. I sit with our Leadership Team every month to compare budget versus actual, to make sure we are meeting targets, and not overspending. I do this, not only because it’s part of my job but also because I hate the unexpected. I take pride in accurate forecasting and feel responsible for...

Introducing POLAR.

Sticking with the cold weather theme (after all we are based in Wales!)Introducing POLAR.A warm, polyester easy-care blanket with whipped ends and anti-piling finish.Available in 3 colours AND 3 sizes.Click on the image below to find out more...

UTILITY AID JARGON BUSTER

Do you have a half-hourly meter? Meter Operator charges (MOP charges) come hand in hand with half-hourly meters but what does it all mean? And how can you arrange this in the most cost-effective way?Let's strip away the jargon and make informed decisions to reduce risk....

While Stock Lasts

Intel Core i3 ( i5 available at additional cost)1215U / up to 4.4 GHzWin 11 ProUHD Graphics8 GB RAM256 GB SSD NVMe15.6" IPS 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) @ 120 HzWi-Fi 5carbon blackBTSwith 1 Year Dell Collect and Return ServiceDisti SNSSubject to avaliblity all prices ex vat...

Jargon Buster

Did you know your ‘fixed’ contract could actually be a pass though contract where your tariff and standing charges are fixed but your non-commodity (not related to your energy use) charges are variable? It pays to understand the contract you’re signing.Get in touch if you need help and guidance before signing a contract where you’re not 100% sure of all the terminology....

The Banner 2024 Catalogue is now live!

Add BANCATU24 to your next order for a FREE copy. Browse our new and enhanced ranges, including Cleaning & Hygiene, Period Products, Interiors, Technology, and PPE & Clothing. Consolidate your supply chain with Banner, helping you to save costs and reduce your environmental impact. Look out for our Sustainable Choice and 100% Recycled icons, designed to help you to make purchasing decisions which meet your sustainability goals. View our digital catalogue click on the image above ...

We have all you need for Veganuary 2024 💚

To find out more please click on the image above ☝....

Utility Aid Jargo Buster - Transmission Network Use of System

We hate #jargon here at Utility Aid so we are campaigning this month to bust the jargon we see all the time on utility bills and energy contracts. Today, we are translating one of the non-energy costs so you will know what it is and why businesses are charged for it. Get in touch Via Christian Supply Chain  if you need help and guidance before signing a contract that you are not 100% sure of all the terminology.  Contact: www.cscbg.org.uk...

Latest TradePoint Offers

Remember CSCBG members get 10% off on top of the reduced prices so there are some strong prices on offer.You will find additional information about other offers that are available by visiting TradePoint website: www.Trade-Point.co.uk...