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New Women in Property South West chair vows to ‘foster a culture of positive change and growth’

February 29, 2024
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New Women in Property South West chair vows to ‘foster a culture of positive change and growth’

Women in Property, the influencing and networking organisation for the property and construction industry, has appointed Rachel Holmes as the new chair of its South West region. Rachel, pictured, is a business development manager in the Bristol office of Colliers, joined Women in Property (WiP) in 2020 and has...

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Evelyn Partners Bristol staff to walk, run, cycle, dance and swim for charity in memory of late colleague

February 29, 2024
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Evelyn Partners Bristol staff to walk, run, cycle, dance and swim for charity in memory of late colleague

Staff in the Bristol office of wealth management and professional services group Evelyn Partners have launched a charity fundraising challenge in memory of their late colleague and partner Dave Mouncey. Dave, pictured, a well-known and respected figure in Bristol’s business scene, died suddenly last December aged 63.  A past...

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New round of promotions at DWF recognise ‘outstanding service’ of its Bristol office

February 28, 2024
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Global provider of integrated legal and business services DWF has made eight promotions in its Bristol office, including a new partner. The firm provides claims handling and dispute resolution services from the office in Redcliffe Quay for a variety of clients based across the UK & Ireland and internationally. ...

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Live webinar: Power to Your Business – Solar from Start to Finish

February 28, 2024
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Thousands of UK businesses have already switched to solar PV to reduce their carbon emissions and cut costs – are you missing out? For the third webinar in its Power to Your Business series, Solarsense will next week bring together a panel of industry leaders and sustainability experts to...

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Bristol craft beer firm taps into snack market by making crisps using one of its own ales

February 28, 2024
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Bristol craft beer firm taps into snack market by making crisps using one of its own ales

Drinkers with a taste for Bristol craft brewery Butcombe’s beers can now tuck into crisps made with one of its best-selling ales. The Wrington-based brewery has teamed up with The British Snack Company to produce the steak & Butcombe ale pie flavoured crisps, which are available exclusively in its...

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Ahead of the Agenda: The Week Ahead

February 25, 2024
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Monday February 26 Finals: Bunzl, Joint Stock Company Kaspi.kz Interims: Renishaw, Tristel, Made Tech Group, Ensilica Tuesday February 27 Finals: Abrdn, Jyske Bank, Croda International, Unite, Smith & Nephew, Uniphar, Synectics Interims: Mcbride, Pci-pal Economic announcement: BRC shop price index Wednesday February 28 Finals: Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holding,...

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City centre businesses urged to get on board cargo bike scheme to help deliver a more sustainable future

February 23, 2024
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City centre businesses urged to get on board cargo bike scheme to help deliver a more sustainable future

A cargo bike scheme has been launched in Bristol city centre to encourage businesses to stop using vans for local deliveries. The scheme, started by the Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) covering the city centre and Redcliffe & Temple areas, will provide subsidies to businesses that switch to using the...

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A lesson in representation for the TV industry as Bristol-filmed public school comedy draws on local talent

February 23, 2024
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A lesson in representation for the TV industry as Bristol-filmed public school comedy draws on local talent

The production team behind a new Bristol-filmed BBC comedy-drama has praised the city for its commitment to representation and talent development on both sides of the camera. Boarders was filmed entirely in Bristol and the South West with support from Bristol Film Office last year. The six-part high energy...

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Young professionals’ group looking to make this year its most successful yet for fundraising

February 23, 2024
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Young professionals’ group looking to make this year its most successful yet for fundraising

A Bristol informal networking organisation set up following drinks between friends in 2005 and which has grown to almost 2,000 members is celebrating another year of supporting good causes in the city. Bristol Young Professionals (BYP) has awarded grants totalling more than £37,000 since its launch. Now the group,...

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Bristol van leasing firm helps set highway surfacing contractor on the road to rapid growth

February 23, 2024
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Bristol van leasing firm helps set highway surfacing contractor on the road to rapid growth

A highways surfacing firm has called in Bristol specialist vehicle leasing firm Vanaways to help it accelerate its impressive growth over the next decade. Founded in 2918, Trinity Surfacing reached an annual turnover of £16.8m in the 12 months to last July, with staff numbers growing to 70.  Now...

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Big rise in annual revenues at solar panel installation firm as spiralling electricity prices fuel take up

February 23, 2024
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Big rise in annual revenues at solar panel installation firm as spiralling electricity prices fuel take up

Annual revenues at renewable energy specialist Solarsense have powered ahead by 40% as it enjoyed its busiest-ever year. The PV system design and installation firm, which was launched 30 years ago – well ahead of the renewable energy curve – said it had benefited from an eagerness among organisations...

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Capital move for expanding Bristol branding agency as it targets clients in London

February 23, 2024
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Capital move for expanding Bristol branding agency as it targets clients in London

Bristol-based independent brand consultancy Mr B & Friends has officially opened for business in London and has already signed up its first client. The new base in the capital, the agency’s second, comes amid continued growth and plans for a US office later this year. Founded by CEO Simon...

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Funding boost for Japanese dumpling street food group with an appetite for growth

February 23, 2024
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Funding boost for Japanese dumpling street food group with an appetite for growth

Fast-growing Bristol-based Japanese street food firm Eatchu has received a £100,000 investment to drive further expansion. The firm, best known for its gyoza, rice and noodles, secured the investment from alternative regional funder SWIG Finance to open its third venue on The Triangle in Clifton, pictured. Eatchu was launched...

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