The 40th Volunteers’ Week will be taking place from 3 to 9 June this year, with new resources to mark the occasion available from the Volunteers’ Week website.

This event will also coincide with The Big Help Out, a campaign to showcase the benefits of volunteering supported by the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO). The website has resources for charity partners and advice about how to make the most of the campaign

The seasonal COVID-19 booster is now available, free, for those who are at greatest risk of becoming seriously ill from the virus. 

You are eligible for the spring booster if you are:

• aged 75 years and over
• a resident in a care home
• immunosuppressed (have a weakened immune system)

You can use the national booking system to book an appointment or ask at a pharmacy or clinic offering the vaccination service.

Book through the national booking system here: 
www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/covid-19-services/covid-19-vaccination-services 

Find a pharmacy or clinic offering the vaccination here:
www.nwlondonicb.nhs.uk/your-health-services/Covid-19/where-get-your-vaccine

You do not need to be registered with the NHS and do not need to bring any identification. 

Vaccinations are available until 30 June.

There is a lot going on over the next few months to help you grow your business, diversify your skills and network with local organisations.

Book on to our free business advice clinics with advisors specialising in marketing, cost reduction, start-up methodology and more. Or find out what support is on offer from external organisations including the West London Chambers of Commerce and Grow London Local on our support and advice webpage.

If you think opening a market stall might be the next business move for you, learn all you need to know and more at Shepherds Bush Market’s trader academy. Free sessions run every Friday afternoon.

Or cut down on costs and train yourself and your staff with our subsidised, in-person Level 2 Food Safety course at the Macbeth Centre.

Meanwhile, London Tech Week is right around the corner. Taking place across three days at Olympia Events in June, you can learn about the latest tech and what’s right for you and your business with free tickets for start-ups.