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SW small business eye share of nation’s £5bn Christmas Spend

Local small businesses across the South West are gearing up to take their share of a much-needed Christmas boost, as new data predicts the UK could spend £5.3 billion with small firms over the festive period, delivering critical end-of-year gains for this vital segment of the economy.

In wider positive economic signs, new data from the Small Business Saturday campaign also found Brits could spend over £23 billion in total across the UK this festive season, representing a nominal 16% year-on-year spending rise.

On average, one fifth of the nation’s seasonal spending pot...

University of Exeter business incubator partnership set to contribute £26.9 billion to UK economy and 22,000 jobs by 2030

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 08/30/2018 - 4:02pm

The SETsquared Partnership, the global no.1 business incubation and start-up growth acceleration network, comprising five research-intensive universities: Exeter, Bath, Southampton, Bristol and Surrey, will contribute £26.9 billion to the UK economy by 2030, independent research undertaken by Warwick Economics and Development (WECD) has found. Key findings from the report:

  • It is estimated that 965 businesses were supported by SETsquared between 2015 to 2017, with the partnership providing 3,645 business assists since 2002.
  • The Gross Value Added contribution of
  • ...

How to start a small local business on a budget

Henry Ford, the founder of the Ford Motor Company once said that “Paying attention to simple little things that most men neglect makes a few men rich.” The world of business is engraved in hidden and detailed secrets that help distinguish between successful and unsuccessful companies.

Starting a local business for the first time is a journey that starters with little or no financial assistance and planning might find difficult to contend with. First drawing up a business plan for cash management, capital management, or risk management, can also be an effective way of starting...

FSB Cornwall Open 'School for Small Businesses'

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 08/26/2018 - 10:22pm

On Wednesday 19 September, St Austell Conference Centre will become the "FSB School for Small Businesses" for the day. Creating a modern "Hogwarts" for business people, FSB are adding some entrepreneurial magic and sparkle by offering 15 professionally tutored, hour long, masterclasses (equating to 300 places for small businesses) to come and learn new business skills and make new contacts, all on one day.

Bodmin business man and Chairman of the FSB South West Region, Roger Tarrant said: “Our members tell us that working on their own business skills can be difficult to fit in when...

Devon businesses working to go green

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 08/25/2018 - 6:24pm

Environmental issues will undoubtedly continue to be the subject of ongoing debate but this year has seen a significant increase in many businesses actually taking action and reviewing current practices. A simple matter of which cup should the staff and/or customers use when drinking tea, coffee or any other beverage, seems to have raised the profile of this important matter.

The media frenzy surrounding the use of non-recyclable or plastic cups has created a positive reaction and realisation that the protection of our world is essential. Devon continues to be at the forefront of...

The Need to Feed: Broadclyst Community Garden joins nationwide initiative to alleviate food poverty crisis

With an estimated three million children at risk of being hungry during the school holidays in the UK this summer, and as food bank usage is reportedly hitting record highs, Broadclyst Community Garden has joined a nationwide initiative to grow and donate fresh fruit and vegetables to those in need. The charitable initiative sees gardening brand Miracle-Gro connect with FoodCycle projects across the country, including Exeter, to support those at risk of food poverty and social isolation. With the long-term aim to alleviate the nation’s food poverty crisis, the partnership hopes to kick-...

Stubbing out illegal tobacco sales in Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 08/24/2018 - 12:38pm

Work to stub out illegal tobacco sales in Devon is being highlighted next week.

Devon, Somerset and Torbay Trading Standards Service is visiting Green Lanes Shopping Centre in Barnstaple on Thursday 30 August between 10am and 5pm to let residents know about the real harm caused by illegal tobacco and how residents can help to prevent its supply.

The event is part of the national ‘Report it – Illegal Tobacco: No ifs, No butts’ campaign, which aims to tackle the issue of illegal tobacco in the UK.

Officers from Devon, Somerset and Torbay Trading Standards Service will...

The growing prevalence of cyber security concerns in today's workforce

Modern businesses are forced to address a host of challenging issues that simply did not exist a handful of years ago. Not only must they find ways to cater to a global marketplace, but they need to ensure that daily operations run smoothly and without any technical hiccups. This is often easier said than done, as such requirements involve a synergy of experience and expertise. One particular concern which has gained a significant amount of attention in recent times involves cyber security. What threats currently exist, what hurdles will businesses need to face and how are they adapting...

Conquering the world’s toughest rowing challenge with the help of infrared technology

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Thu, 08/23/2018 - 10:53pm

Later this year, four women from Devon will be taking part in the world’s toughest rowing challenge – the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge.

Rowing 3,000 miles unaided in a 28 foot rowing boat across the Atlantic Ocean, the team is hoping to become the fastest all women crew to complete the challenge. To ensure they are prepared for the physical trials of this gruelling adventure, the team has been undergoing a strict training regime, with the help of infrared smart sportswear brand, KYMIRA Sport.

The four ladies, known as ‘Astro to Atlantic’, consist of Helen Symons,...

Two Chiefs are better than one!

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Thu, 08/23/2018 - 2:05pm

The Family Law Company has doubled its investment in South West sporting phenomenon, the Exeter Chiefs.

The company has already sponsored Chiefs’ prop Tomas Francis for a year. Tomas has become a firm favourite with the staff at The Family Law Company, and continues his career with the Chiefs’ first team, as well as being a Welsh International and British Lion.

For the coming season, the family law specialist decided to not only continue sponsoring Tomas, but also support up-and-coming player, Jack Innard. Jack, who comes from Truro, joined the Chiefs as part of the Academy...

Drivers warned of overnight closures at Alphington junction

Overnight closures will be needed at the Alphington junction of the A30 next month (September) while essential resurfacing work is carried out.

The roundabout will be partially closed for four nights from Tuesday 4 September to Friday 7 September.

The westbound on and off-slips will be closed from 7pm on Tuesday 4 September, until 6am the following day. The closure will switch to the eastbound on and off-slips on the evenings of Wednesday 5 September and Thursday 6 September. The final overnight closure, on Friday 7 September, will again close the westbound on and off-slips...

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