Did you know that pre-pandemic research from the Bank of England* found that 60% of SMEs which would have applied for funding ended up using their own funds instead? And that over 50% of those that do apply, only ask their own bank for funding? There are nearly six million SMEs in the UK and […]
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Sustainability is an issue that affects everyone and is an aspect that all businesses need to pay attention to. Adopting sustainable practices can add value, foster customer loyalty, and boost company longevity. However, embracing sustainability does not mean completely changing your business model. Discover how you can take simple steps to make your business more
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Britain’s manufacturers are more positive about the growth outlook as they enter 2022, with greater confidence in the prospects for their own companies than either the global or UK economies, according to a major survey published today by Make UK and PwC.
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After months of planning and research The Sustainable Business Resource is now ready to launch Based in Barnstaple, The SBR is a not for profit organization and part of the Plastic Free North Devon charity which was set up in 2018 by Claire Moody to tackle the over use of single use plastic in North Devon
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NDMA represents Northern Devon’s Manufacturing community and provides opportunities to share insight, best practice and much more through networking and events. The NDMA committee is comprised of volunteers from member companies who work together to deliver the aims of the association. Currently there are vacancies on the committee, particularly for the following posts: Secretary Role
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As a business operating within the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere, we would like to invite you to our upcoming, FREE, Zoom event on Tuesday 25th January at 4pm The event, entitled Biosphere for Business: What can your business do for nature?, will focus on how your organisation can help protect the local environment as part of your environmental/sustainability strategy. More
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From January 1st 2022 new trading rules come into play for businesses in Great Britain (GB) importing and exporting to the European Union (EU). Companies will have to comply with these new rules if they want their goods to move smoothly between GB and the EU.
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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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TDK Corporation (TSE 6762) announces the introduction of the 500W rated TDK-Lambda brand CUS500M1 series of AC-DC power supplies. The series is certified to the medical IEC 60601-1 and audio / visual / ITE (Information Technology Equipment) IEC 62368-1 standards for both Class I or Class II (double insulated) installations. Target applications include medical, home
