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Cinnamon HR Consultancy

The UK Fair Work Agency (FWA) is now actively auditing employers across the UK to ensure compliance with employment law. Would your business be ready for an audit? Local independent HR consultancy Cinnamon HR has created a practical guide outlining the key areas the FWA typically reviews and what employers should have in place.

Bloxham Mill

Bloxham Mill is offering a Summer Pass designed for flexible working this summer. For just £120, you'll receive eight day passes to use between 22 June and 11 September 2026, saving 25% on the standard day pass rate. Each pass includes access to workspace, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and unlimited tea, coffee and water, making it ideal for hybrid workers, freelancers and businesses looking for occasional workspace without a long-term commitment.

9-2-3 Jobs

Need some summer team-building inspiration or a fun day out with the family? 9-2-3 Jobs is proud to sponsor the Middle Aston-bury Tribute Music Festival, on Saturday 18th July. It's a fantastic, family-friendly weekend of incredible live tribute acts (Queen, Abba and Dolly Parton are headlining this year), local food, and great vibes. It's the perfect summer day out with colleagues, family, or friends.

Whitley Stimpson

Whitley Stimpson is reminding directors of owner-managed businesses to prepare for new HMRC reporting requirements from the 2025/26 tax year. Directors will need to provide additional information about their shareholdings and dividend income, with penalties applying for incomplete or missing disclosures.

Whitley Stimpson

Whitley Stimpson is reminding businesses to review any share schemes, share options or employment-related share transactions ahead of the 6 July HMRC deadline. Failure to submit an Employment Related Securities (ERS) return where required can result in automatic penalties, with businesses encouraged to act early to avoid fines and protect valuable tax reliefs.

Katharine House Golf Day

Katharine House Hospice is still looking for local businesses to sponsor a hole at its upcoming Golf Day for £200. A great opportunity to support a local charity while raising your business profile at the event.

KHH

On Saturday 27 June, join Katharine House Hospice at Bloxham Steam and Country Fair for It’s a Knockout! Round up your team, unleash your competitive spirit and dive into a day of giant inflatables, outrageous costumes and unforgettable fun. We are looking for teams of 6-10 people to take part at £600 per team and the price includes entry to Bloxham Steam & Country Fair for team members. There is no fundraising target either, it’s just a day of fun!

Whitley Stimpson

Whitley Stimpson has renewed its partnership with Banbury Cricket Club, marking 30 years of continued support for one of Oxfordshire’s leading cricket clubs. The latest sponsorship sees the firm take on hoarding board sponsorship, continuing a long-standing relationship that has supported youth cricket, coaching programmes and wider community activity across Banbury.

Banbury United Football Club

BUFC would like to offer BCOC members a generous special offer: A free matchball sponsorship if they come on board as a Banbury United sponsor, by June 30th, with a minimum spend of £500.

Whitley Stimpson

Whitley Stimpson is highlighting new opportunities for growing businesses following the expansion of the Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) share option scheme from April 2026. The changes increase eligibility thresholds and expand the value and flexibility of EMI schemes, offering businesses a more tax-efficient way to attract, reward and retain employees.

KHH

This June, KKH is inviting businesses, groups and individuals to join Pace Around the World — a virtual challenge to collectively travel 40,000 miles while supporting your local hospice.

Cameo Consultancy

Julie Purvis from has become Associate Director for Opendoorz Banbury, supporting local business collaboration and networking. Julie will be inviting guests from sectors including finance, interiors, architecture and business coaching. To find out more, contact Julie.

Cinnamon HR Consultancy

Cinnamon HR have put together a useful Factsheet to help local employers navigate the new employment legislation and understand what it means in practice. It highlights the key changes, explains how they affect day‑to‑day operations, and sets out the steps organisations need to take to stay legally compliant.

Broughton Castle Sportive

Join the Broughton Castle Sportive this June and enjoy fully supported cycling routes for all abilities while raising funds for local charities.

EM-E

EM-E launches a new concierge service delivering fully managed, hassle-free branded workwear.

Whitley Stimpson

Whitley Stimpson is urging business owners to review shareholding structures following the rise in Capital Gains Tax for Business Asset Disposal Relief. With potential tax implications on future sales, early planning can help ensure arrangements are as efficient as possible.