Not getting paid for exports can be a major headache but a workshop in Skipton next month aims to minimise the risk. The half-day workshop, Guaranteeing Payment, will be held at the Hanover International Hotel, Skipton, on February 7 at 8am. Roland Harris, spokesman for York and North Yorkshire Export Forum, said: "All the stages of researching markets and selling into them are wasted if businesses do not get paid for their efforts." The seminars cost £25 plus VAT. Ring 01904 686000 for details.