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34% of GamStop Users Still Gamble on Offshore Sites

Did you notice that the UKGC-based self-exclusion programme brings new limitations to the table? Its purpose is to help people manage their gambling habits. Even though it aims to assist casino enthusiasts, a surprising statistic exists: 34% of GamStop users keep on using offshore betting...

Great South West outlines ambitions for region’s green and blue future

The economic ambitions for the Great South West, the ‘powerhouse’ brand promoting the Cornwall, Isles of Scilly, Devon, Somerset and Dorset region, have been outlined in the Partnership's first board meeting.

The Great South West Partnership came together on 2 December to discuss objectives to build on the region’s natural capital opportunity, develop a clean, digital economy, and...

South West Business Council pledges support to region’s Net Zero goals by hosting energy leaders conference in Devon

The South West Business Council (SWBC) will be bringing together world-class decarbonisation experts and industry leaders from the energy sector for a key conference in Devon.

The event, which addresses the energy transition and climate change mitigation, is part of the council’s pledge to support Great South West’s plans for the South West to become the first Net Zero region in...

Foot Anstey advises GW Global Insights' Management team on MBO

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP has supported and advised the management team of GW Global Insights (GWGI) on a Management Buy-Out (MBO) of its Gasworld brand backed by Mobeus .

The Gasworld brand was founded in 2003 and has been regarded as the go-to platform for the industrial gases industry and has established a global client base for its publications, worldwide events and...

The Importance of Effective Business Waste Management

All business owners want to make their business a success. However, while this may be true, many business owners are unsure how to achieve this.

Research suggests that many factors affect the success of a business, including things like how well you market your products and services and the amount of competition in the market. But these aren't the only things.

Another thing...

6 Industries that Benefit from Diaphragm Pumps

Diaphragm pumps are used for metering and dispensing chemicals, fluids, and gases. They can be used as stand-alone units or integrated into other systems, such as tubing or liquid transfer systems.

Diaphragm pumps are used by numerous businesses today owing to their ability to transfer materials safely and cleanly. They have been around in multiple forms over the years. Also, their...

What you should know about a scissor lift

A scissor lift is in the category of a man lift or what is now referred to as a mobile elevating work platform (MEWP). Scissor lifts are quite common in the facility maintenance applications and construction. You can use a scissor lift to elevate tools and workers to certain working heights. You can hire these self-propelled from reputable hiring companies, such as Lakeside Hire . But before...

Government urged to support regional mutual banks with £738 million dormant funds

The Heart of the South West LEP is urging Government to support the establishment of regional mutual banks, to help support SMEs and drive inclusive economic growth.

The Dormant Assets Scheme (DAS) allows banks and building societies to pay financial products which have not been used for several years, such as dormant bank accounts or insurance, into a fund for good causes.

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The Role of Business Analytics in Economics

For those who are unfamiliar, business analytics is the process of transforming data into insights that can improve business performance. The goal of business analytics is to help individuals and organizations answer key questions and make better decisions. Business analytics is playing an increasingly important role in economics. By providing insights into data, businesses can make more...

More training opportunities offered through Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps

Four new training providers have joined the Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps programme, providing even more training opportunities for adults in Devon.

Cambridge Spark, City College Plymouth, Primed Talent, and YTKO are now part of the latest wave of the scheme, and they all have skills training courses starting in January.

Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps, delivered by Devon...

Foot Anstey announces three new Partner promotions

Foot Anstey has announced the promotion of three of its lawyers into the firm's Partnership, bringing the total of new Partner promotions this financial year to eight. From 1 January 2023, Kutahya Cherry, Dickon Court, and Suriya Edwards will become Partners at the firm.

Martin Hirst, Managing Partner at Foot Anstey, said: "Congratulations to Kutahya, Dickon and Suriya on their...

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