(AGENPARL) – Thu 10 July 2025 View in browser https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/cr/AQiz6A8Q8qB6GOmfuwUgAZuqZ1g4uvwzrU0FO5O5yviv_90hav8TJkUaS4iv-9Oj
Did you know that UK households throw away 90 billion pieces of plastic packaging a year? Our Business & IP Centre businesses are on a mission to change that.
To mark Plastic Free July, we caught up one of our Business & IP Centre Network entrepreneurs, Beata Thackeray, who is creating plastic-free, environmentally friendly packaging solutions and designs to find out why it matters and how the Business & IP Centre has helped her. 
Read now > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Q8qB6GOmfuwUgrMbiHKOuUmlQdQLdkzbR_GRBpsGXwCUV2bmhaXwoSMHV2DWQ )
Free start-up support
Thinking about starting a business but not sure where to begin? Take part in our two-day workshop across London and discover the essential steps to set yourself on the path to success. Book your free spot now and give your business the best chance to flourish.
Apply now > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Q8qB6GOmfuwUgrcbiHOkggZ_q4VPs-Bequ5WHw4K6j30WWKRtCbTgqGz4ZS8q )
Upcoming events 
Introduction to Intellectual Property
Wednesday 16 July
Learn why protecting your intellectual property matters and how to get started in this in-person workshop. 
Sign me up > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Q8qB6GOmfuwUgrsbiHMqyjxKsaPdOqQkHzqFozKkb67MaSIar_5CjeMz4PhSl )
Start using social media for my small business
Tuesday 29 July
Mystified by social media marketing? Join this workshop to find out how to use key social media platforms to engage customers and increase sales.
Book now > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Q8qB6GOmfuwUgr8biHDfX7di8Ng5M_9TQetkNSUljeMLzZfyzIHjjY5txK0SX )
Beginner’s Guide to Business Finance
Wednesday 30 July
Find out how to master your cashflow, maximise your capital and understand the basics of business accounting in this jargon-busting online workshop.
Book today > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Q8qB6GOmfuwUgsMbiHMLTjnUR6yPBYl4lr45gmt1lEMrMWbSZsiflaw9Kqs6J )
Expand your reach
With the UK-India Free Trade Agreement now in place, this series will equip businesses with the knowledge you need to trade successfully with India – covering everything from market entry strategies, through to regulations and taxation.
Find out more > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Q8qB6GOmfuwUgscbiHIjt3o8wH5n056RJBbvfsNxYnoBAVhdxYoaBLfVw6c4T )
© 2025 British Library. 96 Euston Road, London. NW1 2DB.
( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Q8qB6GOmfuwUgrLjbHDHZOFXEqY4W6v81trYH59aAo9z_Hxv5HXTR1OWedWeS )