This session is a clear, plain English update on what’s changing and what you need to do next. We’ll focus on practical actions rather than theory, helping you understand how to stay compliant without unnecessary complexity.
You’ll leave with a straightforward plan to reduce risk and strengthen your security posture.
Who is this session for?
This session is ideal if you want to make sure, you’re fully up to speed with the latest Cyber Essentials changes, or if you’re responsible for ensuring the business stays compliant and secure. It’s especially useful for anyone who wants clarity on what’s expected — and confidence that they’re staying ahead of the changes.
What should you expect?
A plain‑English breakdown of the latest Cyber Essentials
Clarity on what’s actually changing, and what those changes mean for your organisation
A focus on real‑world actions, not theory, so you know exactly what to prioritise.
Guidance on how to stay compliant without adding complexity or creating extra admin.
A simple, straightforward next‑steps plan to help you reduce risk and strengthen your overall security posture.
Robert Sears | High-Performance Coach & Sports Therapist
I’ve spent over 22 years helping people move better, perform better, and push beyond what they thought was possible.
Based in Norwich, I work as an international personal trainer, sports therapist, and running and triathlon coach. I work with a wide range of people—from first-time parkrunners to athletes competing at European and World Championship level, as well as elite performers and West End theatre professionals.
My approach is simple: no gimmicks, no shortcuts—just proven systems, precision coaching, and hands-on therapy that delivers real results.
I work both in person and online, helping people build strong, resilient bodies that can perform under pressure—whether that’s completing a first race or competing on the world stage.
I’ve been back in Norwich for 10 years, and I’ve often been described as one of the city’s best kept secrets. That’s about to change!
Put Your Brand At The Heart Of Norfolk Business:
Sponsor An EDP Business Awards Category
The Eastern Daily Press Business Awards is Norfolk’s biggest business event of the year, celebrating the companies, leaders and
innovators who make our region such a vibrant place to live and work. Category
sponsorship is a powerful way for your organisation to align with local success
and put your brand in front of the county’s most ambitious businesses.
Why sponsor a category?
Category sponsorship gives you much more than just a
logo on the night. It’s a 9 month profile opportunity that can help you:
Build brand visibility
across print, digital and social channels
Position your
organisation as a champion of a particular theme (such as growth,
innovation or sustainability)
Connect with decision
makers at shortlisted and winning businesses
Demonstrate your
commitment to Norfolk and its economic success
Sponsors typically benefit from branding, PR and
networking opportunities before, during and after the awards, helping you reach
both existing and new audiences in a meaningful way.
High impact categories available
A range of category sponsorship opportunities are
available, including:
Start Up Business of the Year
Small Business of the Year
Medium Business of the Year
Businessperson of the Year
Environmental and Sustainability Award
Growth Business of the Year
Each category offers a chance to associate your brand
with a specific story – whether that’s backing early-stage innovation,
supporting smaller firms, recognising inspirational leaders or championing
green business.
What sponsors receive
Prominent branding
across awards marketing, in print and online
Visibility in EDP
coverage before, during and after the awards
Involvement in
judging for your sponsored category
On‑stage presence at the
ceremony, including presenting the category trophy
A practical way to
engage with and support the Norfolk business community, especially for
Chamber members
Register your interest
If you’re interested in exploring category sponsorship
options for the next EDP Business Awards, please get in touch to discuss
availability, packages and how best to align your brand with the awards.
To find out more and register your interest, visit:
www.edpbusinessawards.co.uk
and navigate to the sponsorship section or contact the EDP Business Awards team
directly @:
Mactech Energy Group – Experts in Energy Workforce Solutions. Founded in 1986, Mactech Energy Group is a leading provider of workforce, planning, and project solutions to the nuclear and complex regulated industries. With over 37 years of sector experience, we support clients across the full project lifecycle — from new build and construction to operations, outages, and decommissioning. Our Mission is to empower the nuclear and energy sectors with trusted, compliant, and high-quality workforce solutions that enable safe, efficient, and successful project delivery. Sectors We Support • Nuclear Energy (New Build, Operations, Decommissioning) • Renewable & Low Carbon Energy • Defence & Complex Regulated Environments
Helping businesses take control of their energy costs
Turning energy from a cost into a commercial opportunity
About Conserve Energy
Conserve Energy is a specialist energy consultancy focused on reducing costs and creating new revenue opportunities through smarter energy strategies.
We work with commercial and industrial clients, landowners, and developers to optimise how energy is bought, used, and sold — with a particular focus on unlocking value from on-site and local generation. Whether clients require straightforward contract support or more advanced energy solutions, we tailor our approach to match their objectives. Our expertise spans traditional procurement through to advanced solutions such as peer-to-peer sleeving arrangements, enabling clients to: Reduce exposure to volatile wholesale markets Increase returns from renewable generation Connect local supply with local demand Create long-term, stable energy pricing structures With over 30 years of industry experience and involvement in more than 4GW of renewable energy projects, we combine technical expertise with practical commercial delivery.
What We Do
Energy Procurement
We provide straightforward, transparent energy procurement and brokering services, securing competitive contracts for clients who want a simple, reliable approach to managing their energy supply.
Peer-to-Peer & Sleeved Energy Solutions We structure private energy arrangements that connect generators directly with consumers — increasing export value and reducing import costs without replacing existing suppliers.
On-Site Generation We design and implement solutions to maximise the value of on-site renewable assets through self-consumption and optimised energy use.
Project Delivery & Management We support the development of new energy projects from early-stage planning through to delivery, including coordination of consultants, planning support, and negotiation with DNOs and network operators to secure efficient, cost-effective connections.
Grid & Connection Strategy We advise on grid connections, capacity, and infrastructure to support new developments and optimise long-term project value.
Why Conserve Energy
14+ years delivering renewable energy solutions across projects of all scales
Commercially driven, backed by strong technical expertise
Leaders in private energy markets and peer-to-peer energy models
Independent, transparent, and client-focused
Direct relationships with all major suppliers, with access across the full energy value chain
Looking to take better control of your energy costs or explore new opportunities? Get in touch.
Korutek design,
build and maintain advanced industrial freezing and cooling systems for some of
the largest food manufacturers in the world. Work with us for our unparalleled
technical expertise, and benefit from maximised production efficiency, minimised
downtime and reduced operational costs.
🏇🌟 The Grand National Raceday at Great Yarmouth – Season Opener
On Saturday 11th April, experience an afternoon packed with thrilling racing action, big-race drama, and unforgettable moments at Great Yarmouth Racecourse.
Not only will there be seven exhilarating flat races taking place on the turf, racegoers also get to soak in the world-famous Grand National which will be shown live on the big screen. Feel the tension rise with every jump, cheer on your favourites, and join in with the buzzing atmosphere as horses battle over fences in one of the most iconic races in the world.
Timings
Gates open – 12:32
First race – 14:02
Last race – 17:42
Autism in Racing
We can’t wait to have the team from Autism in Racing with us for our opening meeting, providing friendly faces and safe sensory/quiet room spaces with a trained host who understands and can support the needs of people with autism.
Tickets
A whole host of ticket options and hospitality packages are available. Under 18s attend for free when accompanied by an adult.
Students from the Foundation department at the College of West Anglia (CWA) King’s Lynn campus have secured their place at the National Boccia Championships for the second year running after winning the Eastern regional competition.
The team will now go on to represent the East of England at the national finals, which will take place in April at the University of Nottingham, where they will compete against teams from colleges across the country. The regional competition saw CWA face two teams from Cambridge Regional College, with CWA’s second team emerging victorious after winning all three of their fixtures. The team also overcame last year’s champions, CWA’s first team, during the competition. In their opening match, the team secured a comfortable victory against Cambridge.
In the second match, they once again defeated Cambridge, who had earlier beaten the CWA first team. This meant that the final fixture saw the two CWA teams face each other to determine who would represent the East in the national finals. After a closely contested match played in great spirits, CWA’s second team secured a 6-3 victory, earning their place in the national championships. The team representing the College at the finals will be Connor Fiddy, Ryan Lowry, Haydyn Mowry and Tom Hughes. The competition was played in excellent spirit throughout, with strong teamwork and sportsmanship on display from all participating teams. Darren Gray, Sports Lecturer at the College of West Anglia, said, “I’m really pleased with the hard work and enthusiasm that the team demonstrated in the competition. They played incredibly well, and I’m looking forward to seeing how they get on at the National Championships this year!” The team is seeking local sponsorship to provide team tops and hoodies for players as they prepare for national competition. For more information, please contact, [email protected].
Residents across Norfolk are invited to discover thousands of years of local history at two free public information events, hosted by RWE’s Vanguard projects at Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse this March.
The events take place on Friday 20 and Saturday 21 March in the marquee at Gressenhall, open from 10:00 to 16:00 each day. Visitors will be able to explore the findings from a wide-ranging programme of archaeological investigations carried out along the onshore cable route for the Vanguard West, East and Boreas offshore wind farm projects.
“We are very excited to be able to share these discoveries with the local community,” said Jon Darling, RWE project director for Vanguard West and East. “The archaeological campaign has revealed a remarkable story about how this landscape has changed over time, from prehistoric activity through to a Roman villa estate and beyond.”
He added: “Careful archaeological work sits alongside responsible infrastructure development, helping to protect and record Norfolk’s heritage while supporting the transition to renewable energy. Events like this allow us to connect the story of the past with the future being built here today.”
Stretching for around 60 kilometres across Norfolk, from landfall at Happisburgh to the onshore substation location at Necton, the investigations have revealed evidence of activity from early prehistory through to the Roman and medieval periods, helping to build a clearer picture of how the landscape has been used over time.
Project archaeologists from Headland Archaeology will be present throughout both days to discuss the work, with artefacts recovered during the investigations on display alongside information boards explaining how the staged programme of research, surveys and excavations has been carried out.
One of the most significant discoveries from the campaign – a Roman villa estate including a bathhouse – will also feature prominently at the event. The discovery provides new insight into life in the region nearly 2,000 years ago and forms a key part of the information being shared with local communities.
Families are warmly encouraged to attend. A dedicated activity area will include artefact handling opportunities and the chance to try RWE’s new augmented reality experience, Roman Villa: A Day in the Life. Designed using evidence gathered during the archaeological works, the app allows visitors to explore a digital reconstruction of the villa and learn more about daily life in Roman Norfolk.
Entry to the event is free. Visitors attending can also visit Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse at half-price admission on the day.
The archaeological programme reflects the care taken to understand Norfolk’s historic landscape before construction begins. At Gressenhall, visitors will be able to see the results up close and talk to the project team and the archaeologists who carried out the work.