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Smart meters are a smart decision for your business this winter

Firms of all sizes are currently confronted by a host of challenges, from soaring energy bills, labour shortages, spiralling inflation, and climbing interest rates. Did you know that a smart meter...
Eleanor Ferrari
Eleanor Ferrari
Posted on: 18.11.22
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Is the office making a come back?

It was Mark Twain who came up with the memorable line that reports of his death had been exaggerated when his obituary was inadvertently reported in a newspaper. But I’m beginning to think the same...
Ian Bell
Ian Bell
Business West
Posted on: 19.08.22
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How to sell a Family Business

Owning and running a family business can bring you great value, both from a personal and a business perspective. But what happens if the next generation does not wish to take it on? Having family...
Henry Campbell-Jones
Henry Campbell-Jones
Hornblower Business Brokers Ltd
Posted on: 17.02.22
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Demand for office space in Gloucestershire

The demand for small office space in Gloucestershire is outstripping supply as Covid and furlough take their effect. Furlough has meant that there are people deciding they will spread their wings out...
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 09.12.21
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Meet the Park House Team - Ruth Gilbertson

Ruth Gilbertson is Centre Manager at Park House, our Grade ll* listed office building situated in the heart of Swindon. Recently upgraded, with faster WiFi and hybrid meeting facilities installed, we...
Fay Daniels
Fay Daniels
Business West
Posted on: 15.11.21
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Three benefits of meeting colleagues in person

The novelty of working from home full time and all the perks that come with it, is starting to wear off for some people, with staff admitting they are missing the opportunity to see their colleagues...
Fay Daniels
Fay Daniels
Business West
Posted on: 11.11.21
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26 For COP26: 26 Ways Business West is taking climate action

The COP26 summit is well underway this week. Already we have seen important discussions around what action needs to be taken to reduce the impacts climate change is currently having on our planet...
Nina Skubala
Nina Skubala
Business West
Posted on: 02.11.21
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19th century grade II* listed business centre Leigh Court puts sustainability first

Leigh Court is the headquarters of Business West - the largest Chambers of Commerce in the UK, which supports more 20,000 businesses across the region. A 19th century mansion, with an exterior made...
Posted on: 23.09.21
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Hybrid meetings offer the best of both worlds

September will be a red letter month for members of the Initiative as we meet face to face for the first time in more than eighteen months. But we’ll also be offering people the chance to attend...
Ian Bell
Ian Bell
Business West
Posted on: 09.09.21
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