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International Trade Christmas opening times

Our International Trade team's Christmas opening times are detailed below. Please ensure if you require your documents to be processed before Christmas send them to us in good time...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 01.12.23
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We have top class universities in Gloucestershire

Business West Gloucestershire Director & Vice-chair of GFirst LEP Ian Mean MBE, discusses how the county's universities can support the local economy.
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 29.11.23
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One City Gathering; How do we build a more inclusive and sustainable Bristol?

Last Friday, more than 300 people gathered to discuss Bristol’s One City Plan.
Amy Drummond
Amy Drummond
Business West
Posted on: 29.11.23
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Gloucestershire Chamber hosts Listening to Business event

Read our wrap up of the discussions made by local businesses and civic leaders at Gloucestershire Chamber's Listening to Business event, supported by Forest of Dean District Council.
Huw James
Huw James
Posted on: 27.11.23
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Business West welcomes T Levels student

Business West has recently welcomed a Weston College T Levels student to the team, who will be working with the Local Skills Improvement Plans team and Net Zero team, alongside pursuing their college...
Aneta Mikesova
Aneta Mikesova
Posted on: 24.11.23
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SGS College Secures Funding Boost for Region-Wide Skills

SGS College is pleased to announce it has won significant funds for the region through the Local Skills Improvement Fund (LSIF). This achievement comes as a direct response to the comprehensive...
Posted on: 23.11.23
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Business West gives 'two cheers' to the Autumn Budget

Matt Griffith, Director of Policy at Business West, reflects on the unexpected and welcome surprises that were announced in the Autumn Budget.
Matt Griffith
Matt Griffith
Business West
Posted on: 22.11.23
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Swindon 2050: Commission starts work on town’s long-term economic future

The Swindon Futures Commission, a project led by experts across business, politics and the community, has started work on a 2050 vision for the town. The group will gather evidence, analyse, and...
Amy Drummond
Amy Drummond
Business West
Posted on: 21.11.23
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Our Director visits No 10 to champion Levelling Up in our region

Ian Mean MBE, our Gloucestershire Director, recently attended a Local Levelling Up Champions’ reception at 10 Downing Street.
Amy Drummond
Amy Drummond
Business West
Posted on: 16.11.23
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