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‘Growing’ Somerset firm wins major small business award

A sustainability-driven Somerset tree, plant and seed provider has beaten a huge amount of other entries to scoop the prestigious title of best micro. . .
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Growth Hub Newsletter 22 February 2023

Here at the Heart of the South West Growth Hub we look to keep you updated on the latest Government and local business support.. . .

The Small Business Finance Markets Report 2022/23

One in two South West smaller businesses sought external finance over the last three years, finds our latest report. Published today, the British Business. . .
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DBT unveils new ‘Help to Grow’ site to support businesses and grow the economy

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has unveiled a new centralised website, targeted at helping the UK’s 5.5 million businesses. The new ‘Help. . .
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Somerset Business Survey 2022 shows challenges ahead

The Somerset Business Survey 2022 results provide interesting insights and highlights challenges for Somerset businesses for the year ahead.   Now in its third. . .
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Red meat exports from the UK reach record levels

The value of the UK’s red meat exports has reached its highest levels since records began, worth a massive £1.7 billion last year, partially. . .

New Guide to Building Business Resilience

The British Business Bank have produced a new resource for small business owners: The guide to building business resilience For small business owners, rising. . .
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New round of Farming Equipment and Technology Fund

Farmers in England are being invited to apply for round two of Defra’s productivity and slurry grants scheme, offering between £1,000 and £25,000 for. . .
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Spotlight on Devon’s Female Entrepreneurs

BIPC Devon is launching their Women in Business Course to coincide with International Women’s Day on 8th March A FREE course designed by, and. . .

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