08 Aug Braintree District Council empowers sole traders with free co-working spaces
Braintree District Council launches a new innovative initiative aimed at supporting sole traders, freelancers and independent professionals.
The scheme offers sole traders free access to a fully equipped co-working space enabling them to work collaboratively as well as network and thrive in a vibrant community.
The aim is to drive entrepreneurship, creativity, innovation, productivity and economic growth in local communities.
The scheme entitles sole traders to a free hot desk, three days a week for a year. The spaces worth £1,562 per person are being paid for by the government.
The spaces must be taken-up at The Plaza Enterprise and Innovation Centre in Great Notley.
The workspaces come with free high-speed internet, parking and bookable meeting rooms and conference spaces. There is also a reception area and cafe.
The initiative has received £47,806 from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund.
Businesses interested in taking up this offer should email ecodev@braintree.gov.uk
There are 30 spaces available to eligible businesses.
Cllr Frankie Ricci, Cabinet Member for Economic Growth and Inward Investment at Braintree District Council, said: “We encourage sole traders to take advantage of this government funded opportunity and leverage the benefits of working in a collaborative and dynamic environment. It means that sole traders can focus on their work and connect with like-minded individuals without financial risk and burden. This will not only foster growth and creativity, but will also boost innovation.”
