The UK Government has reopened the Climate Change Agreement scheme to new entrants allowing those eligible to save up to 92% on electricity Climate Change Levy (CCL) and 86% on gas. The deadline for new applications is 31st March 2022 – but be aware that some trade associations may require your submissions up to 4 weeks before this […]
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Manufacturing Outlook Q4 2021 Record numbers of manufacturers are raising prices in the face of strong inflationary pressures which show little, if any, sign of abating. According to the Make UK/BDO Q4 Manufacturing Outlook survey, UK prices rose to their highest ever balance, +52%, in the survey’s 30-year history, this now being the third consecutive
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SWMAS Q2 2021 NATIONAL REPORTReporting on July, August, and September 2021 – surveyed in October 2021 What does this quarter’s report reveal?Encouragingly, for the first time in over a year, the percentage of respondents trading at increased levels is higher than the percentage who reported reduced trade (when compared to their pre-covid position). However, supply
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For marine businesses in and around northern Devon this free event will provide information on a wide range of activity in the marine sector in the region. From training routes, R&D tax credits, how to access Innovate UK grants and setting up Knowledge Transfer Partnerships with universities through to updates from both Exeter and Plymouth
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The construction, fit-out and commercial furniture specialist has enjoyed impressive growth as a contractor to clients across nuclear, pharmaceutical, defence and other highly regulated industries, and as a supply chain partner for major developments throughout the UK.
The world is getting back to ‘normal’ and we have £20,000* to give to a business like yours. SMEs are the backbone of British business, and we know that you’ve had it harder than most during this pandemic. From furloughing staff to hit-and-miss monetary support – the constant challenges you’ve faced don’t just go away
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Could exporting present valuable opportunities for your business? If you are new to exporting, or it is something you are considering for the future, join SWMAS and specialists from the Department for International Trade (DIT) to learn more about what’s involved… Exporting for SMEs: The Benefits and Barriers Thurs 9th Sept 2021 | 10:00 – 11:00 |
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The North Devon Biosphere Business Partner Eco Accreditation Scheme is now open for applications The Biosphere Business Partner Scheme provides the opportunity for businesses to share that they are proud to be part of the world class area, by being part of a sustainable business network that looks after the very assets that attract 80% of the
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The North Devon Business Awards celebrate the achievements of all North Devon businesses. Now in its second year, the event organised by Business Action Magazine took place as an online ceremony on Friday 18th June, with winners announced by award sponsors throughout the evening. Amongst the winners were Dymond Engineering for their innovative TX3 Total
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This quarter’s survey shows heightened optimism across the South West; with the majority of respondents not only reporting an increase in sales, profits, staff numbers, and investment over the past six months but also predicting that this will continue into the Autumn…
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