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Well done to our Validation Team for their hard work in September!

Want to know if you are overpaying on your gas and electricity?Get in touch. To connect with Utility Aid to discuss your energy requirements Then please access the link below and enter your organisations details to start the process.  www.utility-aid.co.uk/contactform/CSCBG...

Only 6 more sleeps until the Care Show!

Did you know this is going to be the biggest Care Show in the NEC yet?😲Don’t forget to stop by stand F93 to chat about how Mitre can help provide optimum comfort for your residents, whilst saving you money. If you're a CSCBG member don't forget to mention that so you can take benefit of the CSCBG discountWe can't wait to see you there. 👋If you haven't already, secure your free ticket here: https://www.careshow.co.uk/wel......

🖊 Insurance Insights: Inflation Series pt. 2

➡ What is index linking/indexation?Index linking is an essential tool insurers use to protect clients’ interests. The indexation applied to policies, is designed to allow for the annual effects of claims inflation, so the sum insured reflects the true value of reinstatement. One index such as the rebuild cost or the materials index, shown below, allows for the increases in costs of rebuilding a property following damage which would influence the cost of settling a claim following damage to t...

Bidfood’s 2023 Food and Drink Trends are here! 📩

In order to identify the hottest trends reshaping the out-of-home market in the coming year, we have conducted some thorough research. We are excited to share with you our 2023 Food and Drink Trends. Please click on the image above for full details...

Factors that impact the price of energy bills

In an everchanging energy market, I feel it’s only right that I share our communications with you. For the foreseeable future myself and my team will be writing articles and blogs on all things energy. Our latest piece is on Factors that impact the price of energy bills, attached is a PDF version and here is a link:Factors that affect the price of your energy billsIf you missed our last update on the Energy Bills Relief Scheme you can view it by clicking this linkEnergy Update- The 'energy bil...

"Net zero is a journey none of us have been on before... the challenge is absolutely huge"

In our latest blog, Julie Owst, Head of Sustainability and Change runs through our journey to net zero and how we plan to face the challenge head on to become a positive force for change.👉Journey to net zero – where do you start?...

🖊 Insurance Insights: Inflation Series pt. 1

It’s estimated that rebuild and replacement costs have risen 24% this year, and with many other costs increasing, organisations will want to make sure their insurance is cost-effective and covers them adequately for their most important risks. If you would like to review your insurance, then get in touch with one of our brokers.Many costs are being impacted directly or indirectly by inflationary increases. This 6 part series of posts explains why you’ll be paying more to transfer buildings a...

TradePoint Vantastic is back, and it’s been given a super charged upgrade.

Starting tomorrow 1st Oct 22 , win an E-van worth £44kWe're giving away four Peugeot e-Expert electric vans. This October we're giving away a Peugeot e-Expert electric van in association with DeWalt, and you could be in with the chance to win one, plus the charging point. You’ll be automatically entered into this month’s draw, just make sure you swipe your TradePoint card in store or are logged in to your TradePoint account online when you make a purchase online. Start saving o...

Christmas is known as the season of giving

Christmas is the season of giving and this year we are proud to say that £1 per case sold of the Premium Selection Salted Caramel & Gingerbread Puddle Cake will be donated to FareShare UK via Work for Good🎁 🎄FareShare does amazing work to help our communities, fighting against hunger and tackling food waste so go and grab this delicious festive cheesecake now to do your bit to help.  👉 BIDFOOD CHRISTMAS...

Latest Energy News - Update 23.09.2022

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Is your #mobile contract nearing its end?

Can you see the finish line for your #mobile contract nearing? Or are you a wizard in the world of tech? Regardless, as #Apple reveals the launch of the newest #iPhones it is an exciting time. #iPhone14 series is the phone of 2022, taking centre stage for all #mobilephone enthusiasts! Click here to read more:iPhone 14: Mobile Connectivity Delivering SuccessUpgrade your business to the latest #iPhone14 today by contacting us at buy@cscbg...

Market Update & Utility Aid

We understand that many CSCBG members our customers  are concerned about rising energy prices and are eagerly awaiting the full announcement from the government on what support will be offered for commercial energy users. We are expecting to see details of a budget today 23rd Sept 22 and further news next week.  Utility Aid will be holding a meeting next Wednesday where we as a company will be planning how we will continue to support and advise our new and existing customers. Check ba...

BANNER - Technology

Dynabook designs and manufactures its own business laptops, which is why you can expect industry-leading quality and reliability, backed by industry-leading service and support. Dynabook has a solution for every user in your organisation.Speak to us today to discover our technology solutions VISIT OUR TECH STORE HEREAs a CSCBG member you can access specially negotiated pricing on 3500 lines on the core list of everyday items including tech To find out more contact us at buy@cscbg.org.uk&nbs...

Would highly recommend on the basis of quality, support and price.

SCG are an award wining telecoms expert renowned for offering comprehensive solutions, best-in-class support, and certain cost savings.Line and calls, broadband, internet, VOIP, mobile phones, phone systems, and IT solutions are among the goods and services offered.To find out more about SCG check out their pages in the product and services and members areas of the website.  Or contact us at buy@cscbg.org.uk  Tel: 01908 663958...

Charity Excellence Framework: Don't Just Survive; Thrive

Weekly Funder List For Marginalised GroupsA significant update to Funding Finder is now available. Making it as simple to use as possible was a big consideration in my design because I am aware that many people, especially those with disabilities and those for whom English is a second language, can find using IT challenging. It still doesn't function very well for folks who use assistive technology, though. Sorry, but I just can't afford it.  For full details please click on the image above...

Did someone say dessert? 🍰

We're excited to present to you our updated desserts guide! It includes a variety of fascinating products in addition to insights. In order to provide your customers a memorable dessert experience, we're here to help you create the ideal dessert menu. Please click on the image above for more information. Bidfood are a CSCBG (UK ) pre-qualified supplier. For more information about Bidfood contact us at buy@cscbg.org.uk...

ACE FURNITURE REVIEWS

"I was given Ace Furniture's number by a friend who had had some new seating and tables in her cafe recently. I called to ask if they did Re-Upholstery which they did. Graeme called and made an appointment to pop round and give us a quotation and brought with him a huge range of beautiful materials. The end result was more than we could have ever imagined. It looked good as new and everyone comments on it when they see it. Thank you Ace for a truly Ace job. We will definitely be using ag...

Do you know the difference between Fairtrade, Blue Angel, and Energy Star? How about the Rainforest Alliance or EU Ecolabel?

We pride ourselves on being true partners to our clients, and that includes educating to make the right choices.Green choices can be especially confusing, so these accreditations and more are explained HERE...

Major Funding Finder Upgrade Now Live & Far More Crisis Funders

The new major Funding Finder upgrade is live.  It's even easier to use, much more capable and you can now search for cost of living crisis funding.  Better still, there are now nearly twice as many as last week; 52 of them.  Details below but watch the demo video (3 mins) to find out how to get the most from it. The 2 new databases (Help Finder and Data Finder) will launch by mid-October - details of how they will help you are below.  That will complete the fir...

HM Queen Elizabeth’s state funeral 19th September 2022.

The  CSCBG office will be closed on Monday 19th September for HM Queen Elizabeth’s state funeral to allow our staff members to pay their respects. Like so many around the world, we mourn the loss of Her Majesty and our staff members will be using this day as a day of reflection and to commemorate Queen Elizabeth’s remarkable reign.We will return to the office on Tuesday 20th September. If you should need our assistance on the 19th, please feel free to email us at buy@cscbg,org.uk or lea...

Santa's come early - welcome to Christmas 2022 🎅🏻

We can't believe it's that time of year already! We are so excited to have officially launched our Christmas range and support tools. We’re here to help you make it one to remember for your customers and business with the latest insights, menu inspiration, meat free alternatives, desserts, drinks and even advice on tableware to get into the spirit of Christmas. This year, we are also giving back to charity with our Premium Selection Salted Caramel & Gingerbread Puddle Cake. Click o...

It'll be a really tough winter but it's also a major fundraising opportunity.

 Here's a #CharityExcellence Christmas checklist of 100+ ideas, with links to all the resources you'll need to start planning your Christmas campaign and make it a huge success. Click on the image above for more details....

Utility Aid Webinar 12th September 2022

Thank you Emily Berry &  William Campbell for holding a Webinar for our members yesterday. They provided some great information packed with insight, tips and advice for our members.Great things happen when we share knowledge and support each other.Utility Aid are here to support CSCBG members so anything you need reach out to us.Either contact CSCBG  at buy@cscbg.org.uk   / Tel: 01908 663958orIf you would like to connect with Utility Aid directly to discuss your energy r...

iPhone 14: Confirmed release date & new features

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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 1926 to 2022

A truly inspirational and remarkable life and reign, completely and utterly devoted to the service of our nation and the commonwealth.   Our thoughts, prayers and condolences are with  His Majesty King Charles III and The Royal Family at this time. ...