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If you’re looking for affordable and well-made furniture for your Church, School, Office, Café, Hospitality Venue, or community building then look no further than Ace Furniture

Ace Furniture is a British based manufacturing company with over 45 years’ experience and has a skilled workforce of frame makers and upholsterers. ACE manufacture furniture to the highest specification using traditional methods with dowelled and PVA glued frames. ACE also supply metal frame chairs and tables that have a fully welded construction both methods add strength and durability to our furniture. All our furniture comes with a 5-year structural warranty as standard. The foam used is co...

It’s never been easier to switch mobile provider📱

E-sims allow you to switch provider without needing a physical sim. Simply scan the given QR code on your phone to activate your new sim and you are good to go. This allows you to make sure your business never faces downtime with 2 sims from 2 networks on the one device. At SCG we keep it simple for you providing tariffs across all networks to allow you to mix and match whilst maintaining one simple point of contact .To find out how your CSCBG membership can help you accesss some great deals wit...

NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT: Synergy+

Evacuator's new site alarm system, Synergy+, can control up to 250 units, and has a range of up to 2km, with a battery life of up to 3 years. These alarm systems are ideal for alerting users of a fire or first aid incident at large, temporary premises such as building sites or festivals.Available to order now  including CSCBG discount 👉  HERE  ...

Utility Aid's Energy Outlook for July 2023

We’re halfway through the year and it’s time to take stock of the state of the markets as we move into the second half. As predicted, gas and power prices continued to decline in the second quarter, although a minor but sudden rally in early June demonstrates that a lot of nervousness still remains. Although prices have come down considerably from their high point, the forward market is still at least twice as high as the pre-pandemic average. This briefing explains the events behind the mar...

Access Insurance Services

Our approach is to design your insurance policy around your needs and activities. This recent testimonial reflects this well....

NEW Marketplace Deals 🛒

Welcome to our July & August edition of Marketplace.Soak up the sun by taking advantage of our sunny summer deals. Check out our full range today and make great savings!Click on the imahe below for more information 👇...

EXCLUSIVE DEFIBRILLATOR BUNDLE OFFER 💓

Don't miss out on this HeartSine 360P Fully Automatic Defibrillator with indoor cabinet, responder kit, and signs - JUST £750 (ex. VAT)Click on the image below 👇to access the offer ...

SCREWFIX LIVE

Save the date Screwfix Live is back in Farnborough on the 22nd -24th of September!!Get your FREE ticket to attend now. Click on the image above ☝...

UTILITY AID - Invoice Validation - Returning Money Directly to You

Well done to our validation team! In these challenging times, every penny counts for the organisations we work with....

Customer communication - Single-use plastic ban

Dear Customer,I am writing to inform you of the upcoming single-use plastics ban coming into effect in October 2023, the impact this will have on your business and the support we have available for you.From the 1st October 2023, businesses in England will no longer be able to sell, supply or offer certain single-use plastic items. These include single-use plastic cutlery (as well as PLA) and all EPS plates, trays, bowls, cups and food containers. The ban on these items will include online a...

Vodafone and Three announced a possible UK merge

Last week Vodafone and Three announced a possible UK merger. With this yet to be approved by regulators it could see the two become the UKs biggest mobile network📱 . At SCG no matter your network preference we have you covered. Offering the 4 major networks you can even mix and match on one simple account.   To find out more please get et in touch with CSCBG on 01908663958 or buy@cscbg.org.uk to get connected to SCG and find out how they can help your organisation today!...

National Wholesaler of the Year Award

We are thrilled to announce that we won National Wholesaler of the Year Award at The Grocer Gold Awards last night 🏆"I am delighted that we have been recognised by The Grocer as the best national wholesaler. It’s a credit to the thousands of colleagues who deliver service excellence every day" - Andrew Selley, CEO.In the winning write-up, The Grocer says "It felt like Bidfood did it all last year. The foodservice giant delivered strong financial results while shaking up the sector with new ...

Get your entries in for the Northamptonshire & Milton Keynes Education Awards!

Easipc is headline sponsoring both the the Northamptonshire Education Awards and the Milton Keynes Education Awards, events that shine a spotlight on the hard-working, talented people and businesses in the education sector across the counties. Working with schools, we see the hard work that goes into shaping children’s futures, so we would like to encourage the schools we work with to nominate themselves and their amazing staff so we can all celebrate their remarkable accom...

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Charities Network - Issue 17 is out and heading to inboxes.

This month's issue looks at some practical steps to rightsize office space, manage risk and get excited about your charity's future, even in the wake of big challenges.💬 What's in this issue:▶ Rightsizing. Christopher Waight MRICS, Consultant Director Constructive Space gives tips on how to rightsize and optimise your office space.▶ Managing risk through change. Access Insurance Services provide insight into understanding risk at every stage of managing change.▶...

What are the risks involved with using third-party IT services for charities? (5)

It’s essential to conduct due diligence before granting third-party suppliers access to your IT systems.It’s worth noting that while vendors may have adequate safety protocols at first, they may not always retain them. Therefore, it becomes your responsibility to monitor a third-party supplier’s performance and security measures for the duration of your dealings with them.Additionally, only work with vendors who have responsible security safeguards, business continuity plans and disaster r...

⚡️Looking for a new Energy Broker? ⚡️

 Here at Utility Aid, we specialise in helping third-sector organisations with their energy needs from finding the right quote for you, to invoice validation and even helping you work towards your organisation’s net zero goals. We work hard to save you time and money so you can devote your effort to the causes that matter most to you.Read more here 👉 Importance of having an Energy Broker....

Do you need Feminine hygiene products for your charity?

You can source period and hygiene products for your charity using the Charity Excellence Help Finder Donations - Products search category. You’ll find toiletries, hygiene and period product providers in Help Finder. Use the Donated - Products & Equipment in the Category pull down menu. Click the name of a provider and you’ll be taken to their website. You can also use the Key Word search box. Register Now - it’s free.Click on the Charity Excellence Framework Logo below for mo...

Last chance - offer ends soon!

Claim #free pouches when you purchase selected GBC Fusion laminators. Find out more click on the image above.If you don't have a CSCBG Member account with Banner please contact us at buy@cscng.org.uk...

Does your organisation require to access Food Safety and Hygiene Training?

If you require access Food Safety and Hygiene Training that are essential for food handlers and people in food service.If so, look no further than iQualifi your trusted provider of safety qualifications. iQualifi specialise in food safety, workplace safety, and safeguarding, offering both online and in-person training.The iQualifi food safety training included the following coursesFood Allergy AwarenessLevel 1 Food Safety and HygieneLevel 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Online CourseLevel 2 Food Hyg...

Latest Special Offers from ACE Furniture

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Don't miss out on our best offers this June

Don't forget you'll receive your CSCBG membership loyalty discount on top of the latest Tradepoint offers...

Stop sell and The Big Switch Off

Stop sell and The Big Switch Off. Whether you’ve heard of them or not, it’s very likely they will have a huge impact on communications across your business.In this article, we demystify the jargon and discuss the implications. 👇A beginner’s guide to stop sell and the Big Switch Off...

What are the risks involved with using third-party IT services for charities? (4)

Operational risks:If a software vendor experiences a cyber-attack, your services could be offline for a significant time. Extensive downtime may result in productivity losses, service interruptions and a damaged reputation....

Single Use Plastic and Plastic Cutlery Ban - October 23.

For you advanced notification.From October 1st 2023, there will be a Single Use Plastic Ban in place within England, Wales & Northern Ireland. This follows the plastic ban that was announced in Scotland on Wednesday 1st June 2022....