Gloucestershire Chamber of Commerce Chief Exec to retire
GWE Business West, has today announced that the long serving
Chief Executive of Gloucestershire Chamber of Commerce &
Industry, John Cripps, is set to retire on 10th September.
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Local Enterprise Partnerships – will they work for
business?
A clear majority (64%) of businesses recently surveyed
[1] by GWE Business West [2] recognise that the
Regional Development Agencies (RDAs) are to be abolished. But 70%
are unsure about what will replace them. Most businesses do not
know what Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) are, what their
functions will be or what areas they will cover. The survey
responses also suggest that LEPs need not just be geographically
based but could focus on sectors or themes. Read more.
Saving Lyneham from being an economic wasteland
GWE Business West are supporting the campaign to prevent Lyneham
from becoming and economic wasteland. If the base is left vacant
the economic impact to the North Wiltshire businesses and community
at large will have a devasting effect. The aim is to encourage
the strategic defence review (which meets in October) to seriously
consider filling the economic void by relocating other smaller
military supply bases and a return base for troops returning from
Germany to Lyneham.
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find out more and support the campaign.
The Coalition Government's first 90 days - good for
business?
GWE Business West’s assessment of the Coalition Government’s
first ninety days in power – has it been good for business? Set
against the British Chambers of Commerce twelve clear policy
challenges how well have the government performed? Read More.
The Business Show Bristol 2010 explores the impact of a new
government and what it means for business
Delegates can look forward to an extensive seminar programme at
The Business Show Bristol 2010, on 15th September at Leigh Court.
The programme will include a review on 'A new Government and a new
Economy: what does this mean for UK business?' with Steve Hughes
who leads the British Chambers of Commerce’s policy work on
economic affairs, tax and regulation. This will explore how
business was affected during the recession, how the downturn has
fundamentally altered the trading environment, the Coalition
Government’s attempts to drive recovery through policy and the
economic landscape for the next few years. Read More.
Introducing Mediation in Business - turning differences into
common ground
GWE Business West, in partnership with ADRGroup, has formed
Mediation in Business (MiB). The new joint venture company draws
upon GWE Business West’s links, relationships and understanding of
business in the South West. And ADRGroup’s 21 year’s of pioneering
work in the mediation field. Read
More.
LEP Update August 2010
GWE Business West is continually monitoring the developments on
the Local Economic Partnerships and the potential impact for
business. A summary of the latest information of the formation of
LEP’s is contained in the August LEP Update.
Recognising Excellence Merges with GWE Business West
Recognising Excellence Limited is pleased to announce that a
merger has been agreed between itself and GWE Business West Ltd.
This will create a larger and stronger organisation offering an
enhanced range of business services across the South West. Read the full release.
The Business Show Bristol 2010 with Ruby Wax
Our popular B2B exhibition returns to Bristol on 15th September
at Leigh Court Business Centre. This year exhibitors and visitors
can look forward to an extensive seminar programme, with keynote
speaker Ruby Wax confirmed to speak at 1pm on 'Leadership through
Communication'. Also, a showcase of up to 100 exhibitors from a
wide range of different business sectors, speed networking sessions
and a conference café for networking, refreshment and one to one
meetings. The show will run from 9am till 4pm and provides free
parking. Click here to see the latest
press release
To book a Stand or to register to attend with free entry,
visit www.businessshowbristol.co.uk
for details.