Devon chef buys successful restaurant with finance support
Devon-based executive chef, Paul Hegley, has acquired an established and well-loved restaurant, thanks to £105k in funding delivered by SWIG Finance. Buying an already. . .
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Shopfront Refresh Grants Open for Mid Devon Towns
Businesses and organisations in Crediton, Cullompton and Tiverton town centres can now apply for funding to improve and enhance their shopfronts, following the relaunch. . .
Devon Business Support Programme launches soon
A new, fully funded business support programme is expected to launch in September 2026, helping businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs across Devon to start up, grow, and prosper. . . .
Defra Capital Grants 2026 now open
The 2026 Capital Grants offer is open for applications. The grant can help farmers invest in practical improvements to their business, including hedgerow planting,. . .
Skills plans to train local people for local jobs
New plans published this week will make sure local training equips people with skills needed by local employers. A total of 39 Local Skills. . .
Smaller operators encouraged to apply for Fisheries and Seafood Scheme funding
Fishers, seafood businesses and coastal communities across England are reminded and encouraged to apply for grant funding via the Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS).. . .
Building Plymouth Expertise Directory 2026
Established in 2015, Building Plymouth is an award winning, Council-led sector skills partnership with the construction and built environment sector, driving skills, training and. . .
Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 opens soon
Farmers in England will soon be able to apply for the new Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI26), a simpler and fairer scheme designed to support family farms and meet the challenges of modern. . .
Plymouth Manufacturers’ Group Academy Launches at City College Plymouth
A major new skills partnership has been launched in Plymouth to strengthen the city’s position as one of the UK’s leading centres for engineering. . .