Business

New director to lead Great South West’s ambitious growth plans

Ahmed Goga has joined the Great South West Partnership as a director, advising on the Board’s future growth plans.

The Great South West is a Pan-Regional Partnership of senior business leaders, local government, Local Enterprise Partnerships, universities and colleges across Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset and Somerset. The Partnership aims to promote the region’s ‘...

Finalists announced for West Country Women Awards

The big reveal of this year's West Country Women Awards finalists took place at a sumptuous tea party at the enchanting Powderham Castle in Devon this week.

Women from all four counties of the south west peninsular will now progress to the prestigious awards ceremony which celebrates the remarkable achievements and contributions of exceptional women across the region.

The...

5 Common WordPress Design Mistakes and How Cude Design Can Help You Avoid Them

Designing a WordPress website can be an exciting yet challenging task, especially with the numerous elements and details to consider. In this blog post, we will explore five common WordPress design mistakes and how Cude Design , a proficient web design agency, can assist you in avoiding them.

1. Overloading with Plugins Mistake:

Many WordPress users tend to install numerous plugins...

Harnessing Digital Channels: The Future of Business Advertising

Digital platforms offer a multitude of opportunities to reach a wider audience, tailor messages for specific demographic groups, and analyze results in real time. By ignoring these channels, businesses risk missing out on a vast potential audience and falling behind competitors who have already tapped into this invaluable resource.

Companies are now realizing that traditional...

Devon County Council secures additional funding to extend free training for in-demand job roles

Around 400 more free training places are being offered through the Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps after Devon County Council secured an extra £900,000 for its programme.

The County Council scheme is responding to employers across Devon and Cornwall to help them bring the right skills into their business and to upskill existing staff.

Aimed at adults aged 19 and over, the...

Auctioneer with the marble bust of Irish socialite George Putland

For sale - the head of George Putland!

An imposing marble bust created by renowned Irish sculptor Thomas Kirk is a heavyweight item in Chilcott Auctioneers ’ November 18 sale, in more ways than one; this extremely heavy item required four people to carry it into the Dolphin Saleroom in Honiton’s High Street!

It’s the first time this sculpture has been sold, having been kept within the subject’s family for over 180 years....

Choosing the Right Packaging Partner - Tips for Small Businesses

In the world of business, first impressions count. Imagine walking into a job interview wearing your favourite pyjamas – not the best choice, right? Well, your product packaging is essentially your product's attire. It's what your customers see first, and it can make or break that critical initial impression.

For small businesses in the UK, selecting the right packaging partner is a...

Tech South West launches Angel Investor Programme to address funding gap and foster innovation

A new Angel Investor Programme launching in the Great South West is set to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth.

The initiative is aimed at identifying, educating, and supporting new individual investors, fostering a diverse and thriving investment community to drive innovation and help address funding challenges for tech businesses in the region.

The innovative...

South West’s leading maritime sector receives funding boost to drive innovation

Innovate UK announce Government funding to support innovation and growth in the region’s marine and maritime sectors

The Great South West , which covers Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, Devon, Dorset, and Somerset, has been chosen as the country’s Marine and Maritime Launchpad, recognising its leadership in the sector.

As part of the programme, the region is set to receive up...

Foot Anstey's new vacation scheme opens the door to law for underrepresented individuals

Law firm, Foot Anstey, announces a new vacation scheme offering aspiring lawyers from underrepresented Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds the opportunity to gain experience in the legal field.

Those that are successful will spend a week experiencing what it's like to be a Trainee Solicitor at Foot Anstey. At the end of the vacation scheme week, there will be a training contract...

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