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Election 2024: What South West businesses need from the next government

Business West exists to create long-term prosperity for our businesses and our region. Through our Quarterly Economic Survey, which acts as a barometer of business sentiment across the region,...
Phil Smith
Phil Smith
Business West
Posted on: 20.03.24
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Celebrating International Museum Day with Bristol Museums

International Museum Day (IMD) is held annually in May, every year since 1977. The day is coordinated by the national Council of Museums (ICOM) to shine a light on museums and the international...
Louise Holland
Louise Holland
Business West
Posted on: 16.05.24
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Let’s get things working properly

As talk starts to intensify about the forthcoming general election, whenever it happens, it’s time for our members to think carefully about the things they’d like to see delivered by what will be...
Ian Bell
Ian Bell
Business West
Posted on: 16.05.24
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LSIP team leads creative roundtable

Recently the Business West Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) team were the first of the LSIP teams nationwide to chair a Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Creative Priority...
Fay Daniels
Fay Daniels
Business West
Posted on: 16.05.24
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Meet the new Bristol Chamber of Commerce Advisory Committee

At our 2024 AGM we announced the formation of the new Bristol Chamber of Commerce Advisory Committee. This is a proactive leadership team dedicated to shaping a prosperous region for all, where...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 15.05.24
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Agri-tech investment is key to farming in Gloucestershire

In Gloucestershire, many farmers are on the brink after the wettest year for 150 years which has devastated their business.
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 15.05.24
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Why an authentic backstory can grow your brand

In today's competitive marketplace, where consumers are increasingly seeking authenticity and connection with the brands they support, the power of a compelling backstory can’t be underestimated...
Dakota Murphey
Dakota Murphey
Posted on: 14.05.24
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Skills Must Remain the Focus as Labour Market Cools

Response from the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) on the latest labour market data published by ONS this morning.
Susie Parker
Susie Parker
Business West
Posted on: 14.05.24
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US Still A Land Of Opportunity For UK Business

Supply chain security, trade deals, tariffs and planning permission were the big issues during the BCC’s 5-day mission to the US to promote business and investment. Director General, Shevaun Haviland...
Mia Thorne
Mia Thorne
Business West
Posted on: 13.05.24
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