Impact Assessment

We’re measuring the impact of the Langdale and Fylingdales wildfire on local businesses.

Please take a few moments to complete the short survey below and help us understand how the recent fire has affected your business operations. Your feedback is vital in helping us assess the impact and determine what support may be needed.

This survey is now closed. If you wish to speak to someone, please contact the York & North Yorkshire Resilience Forum directly.

Reach out to your local business advisor

If you’re based in North Yorkshire, visit; Langdale and Fylingdales area wildfire | North Yorkshire Council

If you’re based in York, visit; Grow Your Business | City of York Council

For subject specific support, visit; Help & support for businesses in York & North Yorkshire | Y&NY Growth Hub

Articles

5.65 million still to file as the Self Assessment deadline looms

Customers can start their tax return, save it and re-visit it as many times as they need to before they submit it. And, once they’ve sent it, the bill doesn’t have to be paid straight away, but does need to be paid before the 31 January deadline. The easiest way to pay is through the HMRC app. Customers can also set up notifications in the app to ensure they know when payments are due so they don’t miss a deadline.

Step into Meta for Business: Webinar Series

Unlock the power of WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram with three action packed workshops. Come to all three to find out where to start and how to boost your organic, paid and sales growth on these enormous platforms, or pick and choose topics to suit your business. We’ve gathered a team of highly experienced and qualified Meta experts to help you get the most out of using Meta for your Business.

Events

21st January 202610:00 am - 11:30 amFREE

Webinar: PR for Small Businesses

Want to get your business featured in newspapers and magazines in 2026? Jo and Linda will explain why you should be prioritising PR - including reaching a new audience (outside your social media bubble), building trust and credibility, and boosting your sales and SEO.

22nd January 202610:00 am - 4:00 pmFREE

Business Automation for Intermediate Users: Day 2

Connect your tools and build smarter business systems. This business automation session shows you how to streamline your customer experience using tools like Zapier, HubSpot, and AI assistants. You will experiment with building automated processes allowing you to reduce admin time, and manage leads more effectively, with hands-on guidance and real examples you can try right away.

27th January 202612:00 am - 4:00 pmFREE

Data & Analytics for Intermediate Users: Day 2

Turn data into action and make better marketing decisions. Already tracking some data? This session shows you how to read patterns, build live dashboards, and plan future campaigns using these insights. You’ll also explore forecasting tools, customer journey mapping, and how to present your data clearly and ethically.

Resources

Webinar Recording: 🟣 Mastering data protection and compliance

In this engaging and practical webinar series, Privacy Protect Group Ltd will guide you through everything you need to know to build a confident, compliant, and resilient approach to data protection in your business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your practices, each session is designed to build your understanding step-by-step.

Webinar Recording: Autumn Budget 2025, how will it impact your business?

The Autumn Budget, announced on 26 November 2025, introduced a range of changes that business owners need to be aware of. From updates to taxation and compliance rules, to adjustments in incentives and support schemes. These measures could affect how you plan and operate in the year ahead. To help you understand what’s changing and what it means for your business, we’re hosting a webinar that breaks down the key points in a clear and practical way.