Online advent calendar celebrates small manufacturers

The Business is GREAT campaign has created a festive calendar featuring 24 small businesses from across the country.

All 24 businesses involved in the calendar have received government support or used its services, from help with exporting to new markets and tax relief for innovation, to hiring apprentices to grow their teams. They are backing the advent calendar to let other businesses know about the advice and support available to them. Over 24 days, 24 small businesses will be revealed, unveiling their story of growth and their route to success. The Business is GREAT campaign is run by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) and UK Trade & Investment (UKTI). It aims to celebrate and inspire small businesses and provides relevant advice and information for small and medium-sized enterprises looking to grow, hire, export, lead and access finance.