Weston MP Secures Funding for a Google Digital Garage for Small Businesses

Dan Aldridge, Labour MP for Weston-super-Mare, secures funding from Google's Digital Garage bringing a free digital skills workshop to the town on Friday 5th September 2025, empowering over 50 local entrepreneurs and businesses to thrive in today’s digital economy.

The event, hosted at The Grand Pier, will feature expert-led training and one-to-one mentoring delivered by Google Digital Coaches. Attendees will gain hands-on experience in:

• Growing their business online, including AI tools, social media, and digital marketing

• Developing clear strategies for finding and engaging customers

• One-to-one tailored mentoring sessions focused on individual goals

• Interactive networking with fellow small businesses

• Complimentary lunch and refreshments throughout the event Enterprise NationBristol Creative Industries

Dan Aldridge MP said; “Having championed small businesses in Weston for years, I’m thrilled to be bringing Google Digital Garage to our community. In today’s world, digital skills aren’t just useful, they’re essential. This kind of support can be a game-changer for local businesses looking to grow and adapt. I’m proud to have ensured business owners in Weston get this opportunity.”

Google Digital Garage has already helped overone million people across the UK with practical digital training.

Attendees will leave the event empowered with:

• Practical know-how in digital marketing, social media, and AI tools

• A clear plan to grow their business’s online presence

• Connections with fellow entrepreneurs and industry mentors

This strategic event reflects Dan Aldridge’s ongoing commitment to supporting local enterprise and ensuring that small businesses in coastal towns like Weston continue to innovate and grow.