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  • ‘This is a landmark moment for the region,’ says Karl Tucker, Chair of the Great South West Partnership. Image: Gorodenkoff / Shutterstock.

    Goal to meet south west workforce needs

    Business leaders launch employment plan for region’s biggest projects Major investment projects across the south west means the region will need at least 27,000 new...4 min

  • Winners from Tech South West's 2024 Awards. Image: GRW Photography.

    Countdown begins for Tech South West awards!

    Shortlist unveiled: 300 entries across 25 categories The Tech South West Awards 2025 shortlists is today being revealed with an array of categories and entrants...4 min

  • ‘Our inaugural Health Tech Funding Summit builds on the world-class health tech innovation happening in Plymouth and across the wider region,’ says Dave Hockton, CEO of Plymouth Science Park. Image: Program.

    South West’s first health tech summit

    Landmark event held at Plymouth Science Park New innovations in healthcare were at the top of the agenda at the recent Health Tech Summit which...2 min

  • The Wishfish team (from left to right): Melanie Yea, Lindsey Thompson-Wright, Gail Timmins, Laura Thomson Staveley, Debbie Green and Karl Green.

    Celebrating 20 years of helping people thrive!

    Supporting companies across the UK, Europe and the USA An award winning coaching company is today celebrating 20 years of delivering personal and team coaching...2 min

  • 'These findings paint a picture of leaders who are genuinely trying to do the right thing for their teams and themselves.' Image: NDAB Creativity / Shutterstock.

    Workplace wellbeing: the results are in!

    Survey examines team dynamics and leadership challenges The headlines of a new survey examining wellbeing in the workplace show how more than 60% of respondents...5 min

  • ‘In the Great South West, we are building a globally connected manufacturing base,' says Karl Tucker, Chair of The Great South West Partnership. Image: Fahroni / Shutterstock.

    Sharing thoughts: a global bridge in business

    This week’s ‘Sharing thoughts’ section focuses on The Great South West Breaktime News regularly reports on the work undertaken by The Great South West team...3 min

  • Sunset over the River Exe. Peter Moulton / Shutterstock.

    Luxury renovation work wins major accolade

    ‘Redefining modern family living’ Imagine enjoying the stunning views of the Exe Estuary – all from the comfort of a 1930s family property recently refurbished...3 min

  • ‘The pan-regional approach offers significant opportunities for Wiltshire, particularly in attracting investment and driving sustainable growth,’ says Cllr. Ian Thorn, Leader of Wiltshire Council. The image shows the view of Salisbury Cathedral from the River Avon in Wiltshire. Photography: Penny Hicks, Shutterstock.

    Wiltshire joins regional business powerhouse

    Driving ‘sustainable growth, innovation and investment’ Wiltshire is the latest area to join the Great South West Partnership. Business leaders say the council’s membership is...3 min

  • Image: Penzance Dry Dock.

    Penzance: Celebrating the regeneration

    More than £5 million raised for the dry dock An overhaul of the dry dock gates, a new pumping system, two assembly bays and new...2 min

  • Last year’s conference brought together more than 500 delegates, including Ministers, investors and business leaders. Image provided by Program.

    Focusing on delivery

    SW business conference’s focus on growth Organisers for one of the south west’s flagship business conference events explains its focus is on how the region...2 min

  • ‘A strong, unified voice across the region’s manufacturing sector is essential.' Image: Pixel B / Shutterstock.

    A bright spark for the future

    ‘Promoting the South West as a world-class hub for manufacturing’ Regional business leaders are setting out their position with the aim of ensuring the south...6 min

  • Left to Right: Union Glass’s Jordan Graveson (Sales Manager), Nigel Brown (Operations Director), Steve Sneap (Glazing Manager), and Terri Hollins (Office Manager).

    ‘Growing with purpose’

    Fusing the strength of glass companies One of the region’s most respected names in bespoke interior glass design is being acquired by a leading force...3 min

  • ‘The Park’s STEM-focused community and collaborative culture felt like a natural fit for our people.' Image: Plymouth Science Park.

    Major construction company sites hub at PSP

    Balfour Betty team to operate from Derriford site The UK’s largest construction company, Balfour Beatty, is establishing a regional office at Plymouth Science Park (PSP)....2 min

  • ‘The familiar team members and hallmark touches that our guests know and love will continue' say the Devon Hotel management team. Image provided by Dirty Martini Marketing.

    A new chapter for a greatly loved hotel

    ‘Greater freedom to celebrate our individuality’ Ask guests what they most love about The Devon Hotel and they might respond by telling you about the...1 min

  • ‘Without words, nothing sells,' says copywriter Joe Emery.

    ‘I’m happiest in the saddle’

    Breaktime News chats with Joe Emery about copywriting, hot topics and 007 Introductions are done and dusted. Copywriter Joe Emery and I are settling into...10 min

  • Delegates are set to learn more about key changes to the tech world. Image: NicoElNino / Shutterstock.

    ‘Staying Human in an AI-Powered World’

    How digital transformation can directly benefit the bottom line An upcoming Exeter based conference is set to help businesses across the south west learn more...3 min

  • Bank and Canary Wharf highlighting central London's leading financial districts with its’ famous skyscrapers. Image: ZG Photography / Shutterstock.

    South West innovation takes centre stage

    London showcase highlights region’s upcoming talent Leading investors and entrepreneurs recently gathered at Microsoft’s London offices to discover the South West’s most promising startups. Companies...3 min

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