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Today, the Growing Together Alliance, a coalition of six leading employers’ groups representing the leading city regions of England including London and the North, will release the Connected Clusters...
On 31 March 2025, the government’s new ‘simpler recycling’ legislation will come into effect. Designed to improve recycling rates, reduce the need for waste disposal, and promote a greener future,...
In an era where employers seek creative thinkers, adaptable problem-solvers, and effective communicators, the skills honed by video gamers are becoming increasingly valuable.
The beginning of 2025 is a time when some significant projects which will have a real impact on the future success of our local economy are reaching a critical moment, when tricky questions will be...
During a recent conversation with other female founders & CEOs our discussion came around to our motivations for starting a business. Not surprisingly a better work-life balance in order to spend...
Innovation is the lifeblood of any thriving economy, driving progress and fostering sustainable growth. Innovate UK Business Growth, delivered by Business West in the South West, understands the...
In the ever-evolving world of business, we often talk about shaping the future - innovating, planning ahead, and staying competitive. But what if one of the most impactful ways to build the future...
As 2025 begins, the global trade landscape is a mix of opportunities and challenges. On one hand, recent agreements like the EU-Mercosur deal and the UK joining the Comprehensive and Progressive...
