South West accountancy firm Albert Goodman is calling on Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to use Wednesday’s Budget to reform Inheritance Tax (IHT) to make it more even-handed. IHT has been the subject of much media speculation recently, with the prospect of its abolition even being touted by some commentators. But...
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Bristol’s long-running International Balloon Fiesta is seeking corporate sponsors from the city’s business community as its organisers commit to becoming more financially sustainable amid soaring costs. The not-for-profit organisation behind the annual free-to-attend event, which injects millions of pounds into the local economy every August and has become synonymous...
A proposed student accommodation scheme in Bristol, which will feature a state-of-the-art music hub, could also be a lifeline for one of the city’s oldest retail businesses. Family-owned specialist music firm Mickleburgh has been trading in Stokes Croft for more than 120 years. With its existing building no longer...
Accountants and tax advisers try every year to remind people to: plan ahead in advance of the next 12 months; review their tax affairs before the end of the tax year; and to submit their return early. Unfortunately, there seems to be a general reluctance to follow this advice...
More than 300 jobs were created last year by businesses that are part of SETsquared Bristol, the acclaimed University of Bristol-backed tech incubator. Its member companies also generated £45m-plus in revenues, raised a combined £50m in funding – up from £33m in 2022 despite the tougher investment market –...
Regional law firm Michelmores has taken up residence in its new Bristol office in a move it says will underpin its ambitious growth trajectory The relocation to 10 Victoria Street, pictured, from Broad Quay House on The Centre comes as the firm continues to expand its core private client,...
An equity-free accelerator scheme launched last year by Bristol deep-tech ecosystem Science Creates is aiming to create more innovative businesses following the launch of its second programme. Science Creates Accelerate seeks to find the best fit between companies and investors, intentionally providing deep-tech founders and entrepreneurs with the best opportunity...
Business West managing director Phil Smith is to become the next chair of governors of City of Bristol College. Phil will succeed Peter Rilett, who comes to the end of his eight-year tenure in July. Phil’s appointment comes as the college, which offers more than 1,000 courses from entry...
