Today's South West business news from Insider |
Latest News | A high security IT asset destruction business based in Bristol has been acquired by a listed group. Read More… |
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Helen Plumridge, chief executive and owner of King Recruit, explores why the Covid-19 crisis could help South West manufacturing and engineering companies lead the way when it comes to increasing their female workforce. Read More… |
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Downing Renewables & Infrastructure Trust (DORE) is set to float and intends to raise up to £200m to target the acquisition of a diversified portfolio of renewable energy and other infrastructure assets. Read More… |
A £780m joint venture deal between brewing giants Marston's and Carlsberg UK has completed. Read More… |
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Decades ago, the idea of a council outsourcing the management of projects would have been unheard of, says Dara Jafari, associate director at Faithful+Gould. But today, with increasing pressures on resources and scrutiny around spend, the idea of a project management office (PMO) is becoming increasingly attractive to local authorities. Read More… |
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Plans to introduce a second national lockdown for England are set to be voted on by MPs later this week after being outlined by the Prime Minister at the weekend. Read More… |
Revenues have nudged up to the £100m milestone at a recruitment services provider with 40 branches across the UK. Read More… |
The South West experienced a sharp rise in business confidence during October, but the region remains one of the most pessimistic in the UK, according to the latest Lloyds Bank Business Barometer. Read More… |
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As the pandemic continues, and with many businesses experiencing financial challenges, it is now more important than ever to produce accurate and up-to-date mangement information. Graham Randall, managing director at Quantuma, considers ways in which businesses can monitor their financial heath and utilise cashflow forecasts to ensure that they remain as resilient as possible through the toughest of economic conditions. Read More… |
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Swindon label printing company Eclipse Labels has expanded its Swindon headquarters with the acquisition of a further unit at Equity Trade Centre. Read More… |
Property consultancy Knight Frank has hailed "strong set of results" set against the backdrop of the Covid-19 pandemic Read More… |
Shopping centre giant Hammerson has completed the sale of its 50 per cent interest in a property investment firm for £227m. Read More… |
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Lauren Squibb, business growth & employer partnerships manager at Weston College, says despite challenging times, we’re supporting our network of employers to access the unique skills of our students, and help to build their future workforce. We build partnerships that deliver impact for all. Read More… |
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Engine production in the UK suffered its worst September since 2014, according to new figures. Read More… |
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Member Exclusive News | The claims handling team at global law firm Kennedys has taken on its first two apprentices. Read More… |
A family-owned pumpkin farm in Gloucestershire is marking 30 years of its partnership with Aldi this Halloween. Read More… |
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