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Local elections are coming – prepare now!

Is your church, school, church hall or village hall being used as a voting venue for the local government elections?Many community buildings play a vital role in supporting democracy by becoming polling stations on election day. While it’s a great way to serve the local area, it can also bring practical considerations that are easy to overlook.A little preparation now helps ensure everything runs smoothly on the day, for voters, staff, and your own activities around it....

Are you managing holiday entitlement correctly, Christian Supply Chain Buying Group (UK)?

Holiday entitlement sounds simple. Until someone asks to carry over days, or you're calculating pay for irregular hours, or working out what counts in the calculation. With changes to holiday pay rules in 2024 and new record-keeping duties from April 2026, there's more to get right — and more consequences for getting it wrong.  Join us on 7 May at 10am, where Associate Speaker Flora Neville will explain: How statutory holiday entitlement w...

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Citation: Scottish World Cup bank holiday – what it means for businessesNew post

A one‑off Scottish bank holiday has been announced for 15 June 2026, which may raise questions for employers.Our Partner Citation’s Employment Law experts have shared a short, practical Q&A explaining what this additional bank holiday could mean for your business, including how different employment contracts may apply and what employers should consider.READ NOW: HEREIf you’d like additional resources or would like to discuss further support for your members, please contact your dedicat...

Someones gambling with you Charities Money

Utility Aid CEO, Giles Hankinson, has shared a new blog highlighting an important issue affecting charities today.In it, he explores concerns around how energy contracts are being handled -and the potential risks this can pose to your organisation’s funds.If you’re a charity trustee or director, this is well worth a few minutes of your time. At the very least, we encourage you to bring this topic to your next board meeting and ensure it’s properly discussed.Read the full article HERE...

Tradepoint Offers – The Big You Can Do It Sale!

All offers are available until 4th May!Included in these offers are the following:20% Off Garden Furniture & BBQs!Up to 30% Off Bathrooms –  30%Off When You Spend  £2500                                                &...

See the latest offers from Scewfix

CSC Buying Group members receive a special discount for yourself or your organisation  with Screwfix just complete the form HERE with your name, address, contact number.If you already have a Screwfix account complete the form with your existing account number and wherever possible they will retain that number for you.Discount is applicable off all purchases To find out more about the CSC Buying Group HERE...

Practical HR, Employment Law and Health & Safety support for CSC Buying Group members.

With the Employment Rights Act 2025 changes now live, employers must ensure their policies, procedures and people management practices are fully compliant. These developments are already affecting many organisations, with updates to Statutory Sick Pay, increased enforcement under the new Fair Work Agency, and new day‑one family‑friendly rights prompting reviews of absence management, contracts and internal policies.Staying compliant while maintaining productivity can be challenging, and with...

Is your charity or community group planning a fundraising event this Summer ?

At Unity Insurance Services, we understand that many organisations are busy planning outdoor activities like summer fetes, group trips, celebrations and/or sporting events, and whilst these events are fantastic for fundraising, they also come with potential risks. Putting in time, effort, and financial resources only to have your event cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, illness or unforeseen circumstances can be devastating.Move Forwards with Confidence: To ensure you...

What is endpoint security, and how does it protect your business?

Endpoints are the devices your employees rely on every day, laptops, desktops, tablets and mobiles. Because these devices act as gateways into your network, they’re often the first target for cyber attackers looking to gain access.With more device types, remote workers and varied operating systems than ever before, keeping everything secure isn’t easy. Modern endpoint security needs to be both effective and efficient to stay ahead of today’s threats.At SCG, we provide Endpoint Detection an...

Bidfood are thrilled to announce the opening of our new Durham depot! 🎉

The depot has been designed with sustainability and responsible development in mind, and will ensure we continue to support our customers in the Northeast. Mark Wood, our Chief Operating Officer, said:“Our ongoing investment in modern, purpose-built depots reflects our long-term commitment to building infrastructure that supports both our customers and our people. We’re excited to see this site come to life and the positive impact it will have on our team and the local community.”Read more...

Earn triple rewards points at Nisbets on Rubbermaid products

New workplace recycling rules are here!Is your business on board?Under the new 'Simpler Recycling' legislation, businesses with 10 or more full-time employees are required to separate 'relevant recycling waste' into four main streams:1.Food waste2.Mixed Recycling 3.Paper and Card 4.General WasteGet ready for the changes with smart recycling solutions from Rubbermaid! Their range of colour-coded bins, dollies and trolleys makes it easy to comply with the new Simpler Recycling legislatio...

Confused about Digital Right to Work checks? We’ve got you.

Employers can face a £60,000 fine for hiring someone without a Right to Work check! That’s why it’s so important to get your compliance correct first-time.  We’re here to explain more about how our Digital Right to Work system works, so you can stay legally compliant with confidence! The process: The first thing to do is sign up or login to the uCheck platform. CSCBG members please use your exclusive referral code CSCBG to u...

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Nisbets is the UK’s largest supplier of catering equipment, founded in 1983 on a simple principle: high-quality catering equipment at affordable prices. Their mission is summed up in their promise of “Catering equipment made simple,” delivered through three core strengths:Choice – an extensive product range, competitive pricing, and flexible shopping channels.Quality – reliable products supported by tailored service options to suit different business needs...

Free Employment Rights Act 2025 Timeline for CSCBG members

The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces the most significant changes to UK employment law in decades, with reforms being rolled out between 2025 and 2027.For employers, these changes could affect anything from dismissal rights and family leave to statutory sick pay, workplace harassment responsibilities, trade union access and zero-hours contracts.Understanding when these changes take effect is crucial so you can prepare your policies, processes and people in advance.That’s why our Partner, ...

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Nisbets is the UK’s largest supplier of catering equipment, founded in 1983 on a simple principle: high-quality catering equipment at affordable prices. Their mission is summed up in their promise of “Catering equipment made simple,” delivered through three core strengths:Choice – an extensive product range, competitive pricing, and flexible shopping channels.Quality – reliable products supported by tailored service options to suit different business needs...

"It's ok, we will wait."

It’s something we’re hearing a lot at the moment, but is it a strategic approach, or a gamble?Following recent developments around the Strait blockade, oil prices have eased, with no further disruption in the past couple of days. In fact, prices are now sitting at their lowest level in the past month.On the surface, that might support a “wait and see” approach. However, as we’ve seen time and time again, it doesn’t take much for markets to shift quickly, whether driven by geopolitica...

Unity are a specialist insurance broker that makes a difference…

As an experienced Insurance broker, we help charities, youth groups, community groups and businesses by arranging suitable insurance protection. With the right protection in place, you can concentrate on making a difference in your community.Did you know, we don’t just arrange insurance for the not-for-profit sector, we support it too. We're a social enterprise, and gift aid 100% of our profits back to charity benefitting the lives of young people across the UK. We've arranged insurance for ov...

Step into the future of work with smarter and more sustainable workplace solutions designed to transform your procurement.

Our new 2026 edition is more than a catalogue, it’s your guide to creating agile and productive working environments across the Private and Public sectors. From industry-leading solutions to sustainable practices, we can help you streamline operations, enhance employee experience, and unlock real value. Discover how you can consolidate your supply chain and drive savings across essential workplace areas, including Workwear & PPE, Technology, Facilities, I...

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Digital Right to Work checks are here!

We’re very excited to announce that we’ve partnered up with our sister company, TrustID, to launch our new service: Digital Right to Work checks!  Why Right to Work checks are so important Every single employee in the UK needs a Right to Work check. Without one, employers can be fined up to £60,000 per employee – or even face unlimited fines and jail time if they knowingly hire someone without proper Right to Work eligibilit...

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Digitally Excellent But Human When It Matters

Human connection matters 🤝We are proud of our website and portals for our customers and understand that this is a crucial part of business but there are times when nothing can compare to the human service we offer. You can reach us by telephone, have a representative available and an email contact for complex enquiries or orders.We are a one stop shop!Many know us for the huge range of office products that we have supplied for many years but we are delighted to be evolving into a one stop sho...