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Poole-based Merlin Entertainments Group's plans to expand in Australia took a step forward as its takeover bid for Living and Leisure Australia Group (LLA) was recommended for approval. The offer for 5.14 cents per LLA stapled security values the group at AUS$140m (£90m) on an equity value basis. READ MORE...
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KMS Facilities Group has acquired The Complete Flooring Company (CFC) in a move it said will enhance the property fit-out and maintenance services it can offer. Read More...
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Cheltenham-based Maxima Holdings has sold the business and assets of its Integrated Business Systems (IBS) sub-division to K3 Business Technology for £1.6m. Read More...
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Plans for a £5m leisure development in Bristol to create the world's first inland surfing facility fully open to the public have been announced. Read More...
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Bristol-based travel company SACO has opened its 30th location in the UK, with three new developments in London. Read More...
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Honda is creating 500 new jobs at its Swindon car plant as normal production resumes. The South West facility was described as the "heart of Honda's European manufacturing activities" by Honda Motor Europe president Manabu Nishimae. Read More...
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Passenger numbers have dropped by 12.2 per cent at Bournemouth Airport. Read More...
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South West Screen has completed the full transfer of all its projects and activities into the new agency Creative England. Read More...
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The government's stance on tackling red tape is "inconsistent and lacks transparency", according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Read More...
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