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Read the latest news brought to you by the Growth Hub team. This includes opportunities, funding, business support initiatives, and general business related news from across the local area and beyond. If you have a news story that you think we would be interested in, please get in touch.

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Coming soon: Over £12 million to fund farm innovation

Farmers and growers across the UK will benefit from £12.6 million in new funding, with two fresh competitions backing research and development of innovative. . .
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Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps are now live

Train4Tomorrow Skills Bootcamps have have officially launched for a sixth year, offering over 2,000 adults in the region a unique opportunity to upskill or. . .
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The King’s Awards for Enterprise

As one of the most prestigious awards that a UK business can win, companies of all sizes can now apply for the King’s Award. . .
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Plymouth Board Game Café Secures SW Investment Fund Loan

A Plymouth board game café has been able to expand its capacity and develop its food menu with the help of a South West. . .
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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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