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Rocket Duck – Supporting the next generation of tech founders in Plymouth

A new series of events designed to support emerging entrepreneurs and the next generation of tech founders in Plymouth to connect, collaborate, and launch. . .
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Grants available for Torbay’s town centre retail businesses and start-ups

Grants available for Torbay’s town centre retail businesses and start-ups as the Torbay Enterprise Fund reopens. Following the successful launch of the Torbay Enterprise. . .
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Innovate UK support cements Tattva’s growth in sustainable building innovation

Exeter-based, Tattva, is accelerating the shift to sustainable construction with a carbon-negative building material that grows in just 10 days. With tailored business growth support. . .
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Farm business support still available for Devon farmers

Farmers across Devon are reminded to take advantage of local initiatives and advice whilst it is still available. There are various initiatives on offer. . .
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Airbnb Best of British Fund

Airbnb has announced a new £1 million ‘Best of British’ fund, designed to support the stays, experiences and attractions that make Britain unique. 20. . .
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Torbay businesses encouraged to Make it Net Zero

Time is running out for businesses to benefit from Torbay’s Make it Net Zero programme which has already supported over 100 businesses in Torbay!. . .
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Made Smarter Innovation: SME Resource and Energy Efficiency Competitions now open

The Made Smarter Innovation: SME Resource and Energy Efficiency Competitions are now open for applications. This is a unique opportunity for UK-based industrial digital. . .
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Latest from the British Business Bank’s fifth Nations and Regions Tracker

The latest Nations and Regions Tracker from the British Business Bank shows that use of external finance by smaller businesses in the South West held. . .
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Applications open for Somerset Business Mentoring Programme

Are you a Somerset business owner ready to grow, adapt, or tackle new challenges? This fully funded mentoring programme offers 6 hours of expert. . .

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