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Government must place more emphasis on skills development and training support for business

As World Youth Skills Day approaches, Ian Mean discusses the importance of the government focusing on the skills needs of businesses so young people can succeed in the workplace.
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 06.07.23
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Launch of British Business Bank’s £200m South West Investment Fund empowers small businesses across the region

The British Business Bank will today (July 6) launch the £200m South West Investment Fund aimed at fostering growth and prosperity for small businesses across the South West of England. The South...
Posted on: 06.07.23
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Majority of businesses report staff costs as leading source of inflation

Business West's latest Quarterly Economic Survey finds majority of businesses report staff costs are the leading source of inflation.
Posted on: 05.07.23
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5 tips and tricks to get your ATA Carnet stamped correctly in the UK

How and where do I get my ATA Carnet stamped in the UK? Whether you are travelling via air, land or sea, you must always get your ATA Carnet stamped by customs when exiting and re-entering the UK. It...
Elsa Mendl
Elsa Mendl
Posted on: 04.07.23
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How The Bristol Initiative has supported business and the wider city since 1980

We sat down with Dr John Savage CBE who, as Chair of Bristol Chamber of Commerce, sits on the board of directors at Business West, discussing the importance of business groups such as The Bristol...
Posted on: 29.06.23
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Our apprenticeships system needs major surgery

Ian Mean discusses the importance of apprenticeships reform.
Ian Mean
Ian Mean
Business West
Posted on: 29.06.23
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Addressing Inequality in Bristol: The Impact of Bristol Future Talent Partnership

In this insightful interview, we had the privilege of speaking with Kirsten Hambly, Partnership and Engagement Manager at the Bristol Future Talent Partnership, to delve into the mission and far-...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 28.06.23
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Summer Initiative Member Meeting Shines Spotlight on Bristol's Thriving Visitor Economy

The Summer Initiative Member Meeting, held at St George's Bristol on Thursday, 15th June, brought together 100 members of the Bristol Initiative for an insightful and engaging event. Our meeting...
Sam Harrison
Sam Harrison
Business West
Posted on: 22.06.23
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