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South West’s strategic investment opportunities to be showcased at leading national event

The Great South West , the Pan-Regional Partnership representing Cornwall, the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset and Somerset, will be leading a delegation of senior business and political leaders to make the case for the region at The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF). UKREiiF is the largest investment and development event in the UK, set to take place between 21-23 May 2024 in Leeds.

An exciting programme of events, panel sessions and meetings at the Great South West Pavilion will provide insights into the region’s critical role in delivering the UK’s...

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Chartered Surveyor Expands South West Reach with new Exeter Office  

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/19/2023 - 9:08pm

National Chartered Surveyor firm, Bruton Knowles , has expanding its presence in the South West, with the opening of a new office in Exeter – its 14th base in the UK. The move will provide a more convenient location for Bruton Knowles to service clients in Somerset, Devon and Cornwall.

The new office also strengthens the firm’s regional offering while supporting its National Building Consultancy Team to undergo further growth.

The strategic move follows another recent office opening in the South West, based in Bathpool, Taunton, which put the organisation in a...

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Exeter firm IMP Software awarded Great Place To Work Certification for “outstanding employee experience”

Authored by Phil Smith
Posted: Tue, 12/19/2023 - 5:30pm

IMP Software has been awarded Great Place To Work Certification, which recognises employers who create an outstanding employee experience.

As the global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work makes it easy for organisations to survey employees, uncover actionable insights, and be recognised for their company culture. Certification is a two-step process that includes surveying employees and completing a short questionnaire about the workplace.

IMP’s Great Place to Work certified company status was announced earlier this month.

In IMP Software’s company...

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£200m South West Investment Fund passes £2m investment milestone

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/12/2023 - 9:31pm

The £200 million South West Investment Fund has passed the £2 million investment milestone having completed £2.4m of debt and equity investments in businesses across the region.

The government-backed fund was launched in July by the British Business Bank to boost the supply of finance to small and medium-sized businesses throughout the South West.

The Bank announced last month the fund’s first equity investment of £500,000 in tech-led commercial waste and recycling business Binit.

Now it has confirmed that the South West Investment Fund has also completed a...

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Water Babies Swim School Wins Hat Trick of Awards

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 12/11/2023 - 9:57pm

Water Babies, based in Exeter, Devon, is thrilled to announce its latest achievement as one of the leading franchise businesses in the UK. Amid fierce competition spanning various industries, Water Babies has successfully secured a prominent position among the top five by claiming the fourth spot in the highly regarded Elite Franchise Top 100 (EF100) rankings – announced on 4th December, the title will proudly be held by Water Babies throughout the entirety of 2024.

This accolade follows swiftly after exciting wins at two other awards ceremonies in the past month - the 2023 BFA...

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Focus Hotels Management takes the helm at Hotel Indigo Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 12/11/2023 - 12:02am

Leading hotel management company Focus Hotels Management Limited is delighted to announce its latest venture as it takes over the management of Hotel Indigo Exeter , marking a significant addition to its expanding portfolio. The acquisition of Hotel Indigo Exeter underscores Focus Hotels Management's commitment to providing exceptional management services to upscale properties. Located in the heart of Exeter, the 104-bedroom hotel boasts a distinctive design that draws inspiration from Exeter’s rich history, offering a perfect blend of modern sophistication and local charm. The property...

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One chapter closes and another begins for the Experts in Property network

This week marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter for Southwest estate agency network, the Experts in Property, with a change of chairmanship and new directors on the board.

Cornwall-based former estate agent, Steve Moir has stepped down as chairman of the ‘super group’ and Bristol property specialist, Andrew Simmonds has taken the reins. Honiton estate agent of more than 30 years, Roger Hemming has also joined highly respected, Okehampton-based James Stevens and the long-standing Andy Pounsberry on the board of directors.

The well-known network of...

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A year of transformative delivery in the Heart of the South West

Authored by Program
Posted: Thu, 12/07/2023 - 11:16am

The Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) looks back on a year of impactful funding commitments and initiatives.

Since January, the LEP has continued to work with stakeholders to provide funding and support for local businesses, skills, and job creation.

To date, LEP-funded activities have created over 7,800 new jobs, helped over 18,000 businesses to grow, and connected over 9,500 homes and businesses to superfast broadband.

Major business support projects include the launch of the British Business Bank’s £200 million South West Investment Fund...

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West Country Women Awards Winners 2023 Announced

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 12/06/2023 - 7:49pm

WINNERS of the West Country Women Awards were announced at a sold-out glittering ceremony at the Crowne Plaza in Plymouth this weekend.

More than 320 guests, finalists and sponsors from all across the South West attended to celebrate winners across 16 categories.

The West Country Women Awards celebrate and recognise women all across the peninsular in all walks of life from women in arts and culture, women in sport, combatting violence against women and girls to green business of the year and many more.

Hosts for the evening’s inspiring celebrations were Alexis...

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Coldplay-backed British Microfibre Filter Company Wins Prestigious International Green-Tech Ocean Impact Award Held in Australia

  • Cleaner Seas Group’s circular solution to capturing, harvesting and recycling microfibres from domestic washes wins Ocean Impact Pitchfest 2023
  • Cornish green-tech’s retro-fit filters prevent up to 91 million microfibres from entering our oceans per household per year

South West start-up Cleaner Seas Group (CSG) has won one of the world’s most prestigious awards for improving the health of our Oceans, thanks to its pioneering work on a groundbreaking circular solution to capturing and recycling microfibres filtered out from domestic and commercial washing...

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Westcotts announce two key promotions to Partner

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/05/2023 - 11:45pm

Veronique Walkey, Director and Head of Professional Services based at Westcotts Plymouth office and Matt Melksham, Crediton office based Director at Westcotts have just been made a Partner.

Westcotts is a UK leading firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers who offer a personal and local service, valuing relationships above all else. Offering a wide range of sector and service specialisms, Westcotts has supported individuals and businesses, large and small, across a diverse range of sectors for over 30 years.

Matt joined the Westcotts family as a Director...

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