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Shortlisting for high-growth Bristol reseller in prestigious Network Computing Awards

May 12, 2022
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Shortlisting for high-growth Bristol reseller in prestigious Network Computing Awards

Rapidly expanding Bristol business-to-business tech consultancy 101 Data Solutions has been shortlisted in a major national awards scheme. The firm is one of six selected in the Reseller of the Year category of the Network Computing Awards, which showcase top performers in information technology.  101 Data Solutions specialises in...

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Clarke Willmott Bristol promotions reflect firm’s commitment to staff development, says CEO

May 12, 2022
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Three lawyers based in Clarke Willmott’s Bristol office have been given new roles as part of the national law firm’s 2022 promotions list.  Sam Neagle, a private capital solicitor, has been promoted from senior associate to partner while Georgia Collier, who also works in private capital, and commercial property...

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Bristol Business Blog: Ian Manners, head of business risk & regulation, Ashfords. Supporting mental health in the workplace

May 12, 2022
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Bristol Business Blog: Ian Manners, head of business risk & regulation, Ashfords. Supporting mental health in the workplace

It is an unfortunate truth that within our working lives, many of us will experience stress at work. The pandemic has amplified what was already a problem and mental health problems are now one of the leading causes of sickness absence in the UK. In 2020/2021 the Health and...

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Avon Group’s support for children’s hospice charity reaches landmark of £100k in just six years

May 12, 2022
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Avon Group’s support for children’s hospice charity reaches landmark of £100k in just six years

Corporate support and enthusiastic fundraising efforts by its staff have enabled Bristol engineering business Avon Group to donate a staggering £100,000 to Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) over the past six years. The fast-growing company, which makes specialist  rubber, plastic moulded and foam parts for a range of industries, has sponsored...

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Mitie flying high after landing £3m Bristol Airport baggage screening contract extension

May 12, 2022
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Mitie flying high after landing £3m Bristol Airport baggage screening contract extension

Bristol-based outsourcing giant Mitie has extended its relationship with Bristol Airport for a further three years with a new £3m baggage screening services contract. The deal, worth £1m a year and with an option to extend it for a further two years, builds on Mitie’s 20-year partnership with the...

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Former Bristol Energy marketing manager joins renewables software firm Sennen as it powers ahead

May 12, 2022
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Former Bristol Energy marketing manager joins renewables software firm Sennen as it powers ahead

Bristol bespoke software firm Sennen has appointed a new head of marketing as it continues with its expansion plans. James Palmer, pictured, will manage and coordinate marketing efforts across the team, with a particular focus on building the brand among B2B audiences, strategic communications and innovative campaigns.  Sennen develops...

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Trio of new trustees bring additional skills to Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity’s board

May 12, 2022
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Trio of new trustees bring additional skills to Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity’s board

Three new trustees have been appointed to the board of Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity, the official charity partner for University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust. The charity, formed last year through the merger of Above & Beyond and Weston Area Charitable Trust, was keen to add...

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Laptop donation scheme that gives Bristol’s young people a fighting chance backed by Foot Anstey

May 12, 2022
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Law firm Foot Anstey has partnered with Bristol-based charity Empire Fighting Chance to donate laptops to charities to help reduce the digital divide that impacts many communities. The 70 devices will go to five charities based near its offices across the South West and South.  The move follows a report...

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Bristol Business Blog: Susannah Adams, partner, Harbourside Corporate Finance. Preparing your business for sale

May 11, 2022
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Bristol Business Blog: Susannah Adams, partner, Harbourside Corporate Finance. Preparing your business for sale

Have you asked yourself when you want to sell your business and why? Some entrepreneurs may have one eye on their next venture, while others may simply be aiming to retire early. Whatever the reason, the fundamentals of a business sale remain the same.  In this blog, we look...

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Bevan Brittan marks period of strong growth by promoting double number of lawyers as last year

May 11, 2022
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National law firm Bevan Brittan, which has an office in Bristol, has made its largest-ever number of annual promotions, with 10% of its lawyers taking up new roles. The 32 promoted individuals include Liz Fletcher, pictured, who is made a partner in its Bristol office’s commercial & infrastructure team. ...

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Ahead of the Agenda: The Week Ahead

May 8, 2022
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Monday May 9 Nothing listed Tuesday May 10 Nothing listed Wednesday May 11 Finals: Anexo Group, Mirriad Advertising, Angling Direct, Vertu Motors Interims: Compass, Brewin Dolphin, Ten Lifestyle group Trading announcements: Renishaw, Spirax-Sarco Thursday May 12 Interims: Grainger, Triton Development Trading Announcement: Balfour Beatty Trading announcements: Derwent London, Mondi, Next Friday May...

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The LAST WORD: Ian Bates, founder and creative partner, Firehaus

May 6, 2022
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The LAST WORD: Ian Bates, founder and creative partner, Firehaus

Each week Bristol Business News gives a prominent member of the city’s business community the last word on its weekly e-bulletin. This week Ian Bates, founder and creative partner of Bristol-based brand consultancy Firehaus, answers our 10 questions. What was the LAST:  Film you watched? Titane, written and director by Julia Ducournau – probably...

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Business leaders put doubts aside to back new-look council after referendum axes mayoral role

May 6, 2022
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Business leaders put doubts aside to back new-look council after referendum axes mayoral role

Bristol business leaders today pledged to work with the city council when it adopts its new committee-led model after voters yesterday decided to abolish its directly elected mayor. But privately many were anxious that the move could trigger a return to the days when the city suffered from poor...

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