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Read more about the latest news and updates from the Growth Hub, our partners, business support programmes and general news from across the Heart of the South West area. If you have a news story that you think we would be interested in, please get in touch.

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North Devon & Torridge Business BOOST!

Free, Tailored Support for North Devon & Torridge Businesses. Business BOOST! is a dynamic and flexible support programme designed to help small and micro businesses. . .
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Agri Innovation Support Programme

Are you a farmer exploring diversification, innovation or regenerative approaches? Or are you looking to strengthen the foundations of your farm business by tackling. . .
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Government launches new Business Growth Service in partnership with Growth Hubs

The Business Growth Service is designed to make it easier to find and access the advice and support that businesses need with the Growth. . .
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Launch of Somerset Start Up & Grow

Free business support for start-ups and established SMEs in Somerset. Whether you’re considering starting a business, are a start-up owner finding your way, or. . .
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Funding boost helps Devon holiday business expansion

A traditional Devon longhouse has been restored and refurbished to welcome visitors with the help of a £100,000 loan. The loan for ‘Longlands’ has been. . .
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AI Skills Hub to Boost Growth Across UK Industries

Innovate UK BridgeAI, in partnership with PwC, has launched the AI Skills Hub – a national platform to accelerate AI adoption and workforce readiness. . .
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Growth Catalyst Early Stage: New Innovators

UK registered micro and small businesses can apply for a share of up to £10 million to develop affordable, adoptable and investable innovations in. . .
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Capital Grants now open for applications

The Capital Grants offer is now open for new applications. This new round will make £150 million of funding available to farmers to buy equipment. . .
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East Devon Business Grant Scheme Now Open

Grants of £3,000 to £30,000 are now available for small and micro businesses in East Devon through the latest round of the Innovation and. . .

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