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What Makes Commercial Roller Doors A Smart Business Choice

Today, every operational decision carry weight, impacting efficiency, security, and the bottom line. The selection of entry and access points for a commercial facility is one such critical decision, far surpassing a mere architectural afterthought. For enterprises ranging from warehouses and...

Peer network launched to support South West business community

The Heart of the South West LEP has launched a Peer Network programme, giving SMEs the opportunity to learn from successful businesses, to help to boost productivity and resilience.

The Peer Networks will be led by an experienced facilitator, with each network consisting of a minimum of 11 owners or managers from the SME business community across Devon, Somerset, Plymouth and Torbay....

Demonstration breakfast morning at RGB Building Supplies in Plymouth

The Plymouth branch of RGB Building Supplies is inviting the community and local tradespeople to a free demonstration morning on Wednesday 27th September.

Between 8am and midday, visitors will be able to speak to representatives and see fibreglass roofing demonstrations from flat roofing specialist Cure It. There will be offers throughout the morning, and visitors will be able to enjoy...

Urgent call to secure Devon's village halls

In an era marked by evolving community dynamics and changing societal needs, village and community halls across Devon have developed into central hubs for an ever-growing variety of activities. In addition to the traditional group meetings, toddler groups and pantomimes, these spaces now foster the growth of small enterprises, facilitate community engagement, and house community businesses,...

Energy-Efficient Invisible Induction Hobs: A Sustainable Solution for Businesses

In pursuing a more sustainable future, businesses increasingly turn to energy-efficient solutions. Invisible induction hobs stand out as a game changer in the commercial kitchen among these developments. These modern cooking platforms are not only eco-friendly, but they also provide economic benefits that are too appealing to pass up. TPB Tech is at the forefront of this cooktop technology...

Devon electrical wholesaler finalist in national awards for second time this year

Devondale Electrical Wholesaler, which has branches across Devon, is delighted to announce that it has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious Wholesaler of the Year category at the Electrical Industry Awards 2023.

This recognition marks the second time this year that Devondale has been shortlisted for esteemed industry awards, having previously earned nominations for Best...

New Funding and Finance Resource for every Business in Devon and Somerset

Businesses in Devon and Somerset are set to receive improved access to funding opportunities, guidance, best practice and finance support thanks to a new project launched by the Heart of the South West LEP .

Access to Finance SW is a free community platform for growing businesses in the Heart of the South West region.

From regular business meetups to ‘ask the expert’ sessions...

DEVON’S WET SUMMER IS BOOST FOR CIDER BUSINESS

Devon's wet summer is boost for cider business

The school summer holidays have been a washout in Devon with bad weather contributing to a reported 20% downturn in tourist numbers but, for one Devon business, all this rain has resulted in a bumper apple harvest.

Barny Butterfield, Chief Cidermaker at award-winning Sandford Orchards comments: “A late cool spring followed by a flaming June was the perfect start to the apple growing...

Connecting with Tomorrow's Talent: A Guide to Leveraging Social Media for Recruitment

In today's digital age, the hunt for tomorrow's top talent often begins not in job fairs or career expos, but on the virtual landscape of social media. Traditional methods of recruitment are rapidly being outpaced by digital strategies, and chief among them is the use of social media platforms. With over 4 billion people using social media globally, this presents a monumental opportunity for...

A step-by-step guide to Making Tax Digital for your business

Making Tax Digital (MTD) is revolutionising how UK businesses handle finances.

This government scheme makes it easier for you to get your business’ taxes right, saves you from the time consuming tax processes. So, what must you do to comply with MTD?

In this step-by-step guide, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about Making Tax Digital for your business.

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Children and young people across the South and South West to benefit from law firm charitable grants

Foot Anstey LLP, has announced the four community organisations receiving £1,000 grants from its charitable foundation.

The Foot Anstey Foundation funds, raised by employees, are donated to local charities that have local impact.

The four charities receiving the grants are Breakout Youth in Southampton , HomeStart Exeter , Plymouth Football Boot Bank and...

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