The latest announcements about projects and programmes that will receive investment through the government’s Regional Growth Fund bring opportunities and optimism for the Somerset economy, according to Somerset Chamber of Commerce. South Somerset based helicopter design and manufacturing company AgustaWestland was announced on 11 July as one of the successful bidders in Round 4 of the Regional Growth Fund, taking a share of a £506million pot of government funding that aims to help organisations expand their operations, create new jobs and stimulate private sector growth. Full Story: Read More
Profiting from Awards
The prestigious Somerset Business Awards annually encourage businesses in Somerset to shout about why their business is so fantastic. And now the organisers, sponsors and previous winners want to pass on their hot tips for entering the Awards. On Tuesday 30 July, a breakfast seminar – Profiting from Awards – will take place, to encourage, inform and empower local businesses thinking about entering the Awards. Full Story: Read More