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Business West: Election Response

“We congratulate the incoming Prime Minister and his government. We look forward to working with our newly elected Members of Parliament to make our region the best place to live, learn and work. We...
Phil Smith
Phil Smith
Business West
Posted on: 05.07.24
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Bristol Initiative Member Spotlight - Susan Hamilton, CEO of St Peter's Hospice

Every so often we like to shine the spotlight on our members, and in this case one of the members of the Bristol Initiative. We sat down with Susan Hamilton , CEO of St Peter's Hospice to talk about...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 03.07.24
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Business West’s Quarterly Economic Survey: The labour market remains a critical issue for South West businesses

Business West’s latest Quarterly Economic Survey (QES), which polls businesses across the South West, reveals 69% reported difficulties in recruitment, particularly for skilled manual/technical and...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 02.07.24
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How SGS College Transforms Futures

Business needs far more life changers to ensure we have enthusiastic employees to boost our economy. I met some of these life changers last week, but they were not directors of a business. They are...
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 02.07.24
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Genesis Launch Day: Simplifying Preferential Origin Declarations

Genesis is a new digital trade tool for verifying and certifying preferential origin declarations made by exporters within the framework of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). It aims to reduce importers'...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 01.07.24
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Celebrating Pride Month 2024 with Business West Colleagues

June celebrates Pride month. Here, at Business West, our colleagues share exactly what Pride means to them.
Louise Holland
Louise Holland
Business West
Posted on: 25.06.24
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The Future of Business and Housing in Gloucestershire

In just a few days' time, we will have a new government, and businesses look forward to a new chapter of support from Whitehall with a clear plan. Our region has seen a lack of investment in skills...
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 25.06.24
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“Politicians have a responsibility and duty to engage with business community” Bristol Initiative Members quiz new Bristol Council Leader Cllr Tony Dyer

Last night, the Bristol Initiative held our June Quarterly Members’ Meeting at the Bristol Beacon, focusing on key issues and future plans for our city. Cllr Tony Dyer, Bristol City Council’s newly...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 24.06.24
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Recognising the Engineers of the Bristol Initiative for International Women in Engineering Day

Some of our Bristol Initiative members from the NCC, Arup and Santec have joined us in celebrating International Women in Engineering Day, sharing their stories and experiences.
Louise Holland
Louise Holland
Business West
Posted on: 21.06.24
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