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Lifetime, the Bristol-based training business, is aiming to secure lucrative government training contracts. But to do this, it needs to grow by acquisition, according to David Foster, chief executive officer at Lifetime. He told Insider: "The government clearly wants to work with larger training providers that can offer a range of training services. There's likely to be consolidation in this market over the next few years and we very much want to be the people doing the buying." READ MORE...
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Wellington-based service provider Swallowfield has revealed that revenue and profit have increased, despite difficult market conditions. Read More...
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Exeter, Taunton, Falmouth and Cirencester were among the best performing retail locations in the UK during the first half of the year. Read More...
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The College of Law plans to run its Professional Skills Course (PSC), a compulsory course for trainee solicitors, from its new Bristol centre. Read More...
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In partnership with the accountancy and business advisory BDO, Insider is offering readers the chance to help shape the region’s business agenda with BDO’s 60-second Business Improvement Survey. The first instalment of the survey will be published in November issue of Insider. Read More...
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Manufacturing output rose 1.9 per cent year-on-year but only by 0.1 per cent in July, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Read More...
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The past year has been a rollercoaster of a ride for UK businesses, and the South West has been no exception. Request your free South West Top 500 report and sample data now and order the brand new full business marketing list before 2nd February to receive a 15% discount. Read More...
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UK Mail has taken space at Greendale Business Park in Woodbury Salterton. The company has relocated its two smaller operations – in Plymouth and Exeter – to the park. Read More...
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A new Lidl supermarket is opening in Exmouth today (8 September). The store, which is located on Salterton Road, is expected to create 25 new jobs. Read More...
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House prices dropped 1.2 per cent in August ending three months of price rises, according to data released by Halifax. Read More...
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On Thursday 20 October Insider is hosting its 2011 South West Property Awards at the Grand by Thistle, Bristol, and there is still time to make your nominations. Read More...
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Talking Point: UKTI looks at export challenges
With the growth of the UK economy sluggish and the threat of a "double dip recession" looming, UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) answers questions about the challenges facing companies looking to grow through globalisation.
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Ask the Expert: Website review
Nancy Morgan, director of Impact IT solutions, advises companies how to review their website to ensure its effectiveness.
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