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New patent search tool launched
One IPO Search, a new online search tool for UK patents, will make it easier for businesses and innovators to search and access patent. . .

Free workshops for English Riviera tourism businesses
The English Riviera Bid Company (ERBID Co) are delighted to introduce new free workshops for spring 2025, designed for English tourism and hospitality businesses.. . .

Proposals Sought for University of Plymouth R&D Solutions Fund 2025
The University of Plymouth Research and Innovation Directorate has announced Call 8 of the R&D Solutions Fund, which is aimed at developing R&D opportunities. . .

Wilder Sensing Secures Investment to Propel Growth and Innovation in Biodiversity Monitoring
Somerset based Wilder Sensing, a developer of software for biodiversity monitoring using audio and Artificial Intelligence (AI), has secured a £300,000 equity investment from. . .

Pop-up trading sites now open for tender
Teignbridge District Council has a number of pop-up business sites available for trading in 2025. Proposals are sought for creative and captivating businesses to. . .

Travel support for UK businesses to attend European events
Innovate UK is offering up to £700 travel support for companies to attend consortia-building events in Europe. The travel awards are for supporting companies. . .

Growth Board calls on businesses to help shape Somerset’s economy
Somerset Growth Board calls on local businesses to actively participate in shaping the county’s economic strategy and future development. Somerset’s business-led Economic Growth Board. . .

New support for Small Business from HMRC
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has launched a new interactive online tool and clearer guidance for people working for themselves and individuals considering self-employment.. . .