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LaunchBideford: A Unique Opportunity for New and Growing Businesses
Torridge District Council, in partnership with SaveTheHighStreet.org and Bideford Town Council, has launched an exciting initiative to support local entrepreneurs. LaunchBideford is a new. . .

Screen Devon seeks Devon-based businesses
Attention Local Suppliers: Screen Devon is calling on Devon-based businesses to register on their new database, which will be shared with film and high-end. . .

Plymouth to Host the first dedicated large-scale AI event “LifeIn AI”
Plymouth is set to become a hub of AI innovation with the launch of “LifeIn AI”, kicking off with a ground-breaking one-day event dedicated. . .

South West Investment Fund Loan secured for The Play Company
The Play Company, based in South Devon, has secured a £500,000 loan from the British Business Bank’s South West Investment Fund via appointed Fund. . .

GetSet East Devon Launches
Looking to boost your productivity, grow your business, or start a new enterprise in 2025? GetSet East Devon (GSED) is a new, fully funded. . .

UK Export Academy launches ‘Fuel Your Business Growth’ webinar series
The UK Export Academy are pleased to announce a brand new-series of webinars called Fuel your Business Growth, which are devoted to helping UK. . .

Somerset Cidermakers Expand with SWIF Support
A Somerset craft cider maker has expanded its production to supply pubs, bars and retail across the UK, thanks to a £35,000 cash injection. . .

Take the Hassle out of your Side Hustle
Whether it’s making extra income from activities such as online content creation, dog walking, or making handcrafted items to sell, HMRC has launched a. . .