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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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Bristol's Young Professionals Quiz Bristol Politicians at General Election Hustings

What is Bristol’s place in the national political landscape, and how will local issues be addressed by the next government? These and more pressing questions were at the heart of a lively debate held...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 19.06.24
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Celebrating Leadership Distinction in Gloucestershire

The best companies, in my view, tend to have the best leaders. One of the very best companies in Gloucestershire is Renishaw, and its co-founder and executive chairman is Sir David McMurtry. Sir...
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 18.06.24
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First UK ATA Carnet issued to Peru supports charitable rowing adventure

Business West has issued the first UK ATA Carnet to Peru on behalf of Cambridge Chamber of Commerce. The ATA Carnet, often called the "passport for goods," will streamline the process of temporarily...
Fiona Parsons
Fiona Parsons
Posted on: 14.06.24
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