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Free small business course still has places available for final sessions

Monday 23rd March, 2026

Sedgemoor Chamber of Commerce is encouraging local small businesses to take advantage of the remaining places on Master Your Money, Grow Your Business, a free 6-week programme delivered by Small Business Britain and Lloyds Bank Academy.

Designed to help small businesses get organised, build financial confidence and strengthen their online presence, the course is delivered entirely online and can be accessed from anywhere in the UK. While the programme is already underway, there are still a few places left for the second half of the course.

The remaining sessions cover:

  • 24th March – Show Up Online with Confidence
  • 31st March – AI Tools for Business Efficiency
  • 7th April – Bringing It Together: Your Business Plan

The programme includes 6 live weekly sessions, all of which are recorded and made available on a private Small Business Britain platform exclusively for participants. Businesses also benefit from expert led training, 1 hour of 1 to 1 mentoring from experienced business mentors across the UK, and access to an exclusive community where participants can connect, ask questions and share experiences.

This free support is ideal for businesses looking to improve their financial understanding, boost their digital confidence, explore how AI can support efficiency, and plan their next steps with more clarity.

Sedgemoor Chamber of Commerce is pleased to share opportunities like this that can help local businesses build confidence and practical skills at a time when strong financial and digital planning matters more than ever.

Businesses can register for the remaining sessions here:

https://smallbusinessbritain.uk/master-your-money-grow-your-business

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