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Partnership in action: Deloitte and Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity renew their commitment to transform lives

When businesses and charities commit to working together for the long term, the results can be transformative. That’s the story of Deloitte and Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity (BWHC), both members of the Bristol Initiative, who have renewed their partnership for another three years to continue making a difference for children and families at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children.

Anonymous Author

9 September, 2025

Business West

WTPN Launches Apprenticeships West Programme to Safeguard Careers Support for Young People

With the government’s ASK programme ending earlier this year, thousands of young people in the West of England face losing access to vital apprenticeship guidance. To make sure no young person is left behind, the Western Training Provider Network (WTPN), a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting education and skills — is stepping in with the launch of the Apprenticeships West Programme.

Louise Holland

9 September, 2025

Business West

Swindon Mindful Employer Network event recap: From awareness to action - suicide prevention & workplace happiness

This week, we were pleased to welcome attendees to the third Swindon Mindful Employer Network event of the year - a collaboration between Swindon Borough Council, Business West, and Swindon & Gloucestershire Mind. Aligned with World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September, this event focused on happiness at work and explored suicide prevention.

Amy Joyce

5 September, 2025

Business West

Flying start for Time Machine Designs as growth takes off with Innovate UK

Bristol-based Time Machine Designs is combining cutting-edge digital technology with the latest archaeological and historical research to bring the past to life in immersive and interactive ways. With tailored support from Innovate UK Business Growth, the company has won a £100,000 contract, co-funded eight freelance roles and grown its customer base internationally across Europe and North America.

James Cortis

4 September, 2025

Business West

Navigating new trade challenges: What the end of de minimis means for SMEs

The recent decision by the US to eliminate its $800 de minimis threshold marks a significant shift for UK SMEs exporting to the US. This change, effective from 29th August 2025, could increase costs and complexity for small businesses, particularly those relying on e-commerce. David Bharier, British Chambers of Commerce, Head of Research, has written a blog that delves into the implications of this policy change, drawing parallels to Brexit and highlighting the need for SMEs to adapt quickly to maintain their competitive edge.

Fiona Parsons

29 August, 2025

Business West

Business West and Somerset Chamber of Commerce to deliver new Somerset Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP)

Business West Chambers of Commerce and Somerset Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce that they will be working in partnership to deliver the new Somerset Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP).Business West has been delivering LSIPs since the Trailblazer project in 2021 and adds Somerset to existing designations for the West of England and North Somerset, Gloucestershire and Swindon and Wiltshire.

Fay Daniels

28 August, 2025

Business West