A programme to tackle the lack of diversity in Bristol’s tech cluster by amplifying its underrepresented voices has been launched. Aptly named SHIFT, the free course will give 12 individuals from diverse backgrounds across Bristol and Bath the skills and backing they need to change perceptions in the area’s...
The deadline to enter the region’s top awards for boardroom excellence has been extended and a new category introduced to give as many directors as possible a chance to shine this year. Entrepreneurs now have until March 29 to submit their applications for the prestigious Institute of Directors (IoD)...
Regional law firm Thrings’ Bristol office has moved further into the primary care sector by acting on the relocation of a large medical practice into purpose-built premises. Thrings lawyers advised on the commercial property aspects of the move by Keynsham-based St Augustine’s Medical Practice from Station Road to the...
A couple of years ago, BrandSoup reported on the Kylie v Kylie spat – two ladies fighting over one name. Since then, Mlles Minogue and Jenner appear to have kissed and made up, but… what’s this? It’s only Greece and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM to some)...
Houghton Stone, one of the Bristol area’s largest independent accountancy practices, has been taken over by regional group Milsted Langdon. Houghton Stone, which was launched in 1989 by managing partner Dickie Houghton and has since rivalled the large national and regional players to offer a range of services to...
Monday March 5 Final: Trinity Mirror Economic announcement: UK services PMI (February) Tuesday March 6 Finals: Rotork, Bodycote, Intertek, McCarthy & Stone, John Laing, Just Eat, Paddy Power Betfair Interim: Ashtead Wednesday March 7 Finals: Rolls-Royce, Legal & General, Page Group, Stock Spirits, eSure Thursday March 8 Finals: G4S,...
Bristol has been named as the world’s smartest city at the international mobile industry’s largest gathering – beating global centres of excellence Dubai, New York, Singapore to the coveted title. Judges said Bristol boasted “an ambitious programme that has resulted so far in a strong IoT (internet of things)...
Business West – the group behind Bristol Chamber of Commerce – city-based R&D tax credit consultancy ForrestBrown and The Soil Association have been named among the UK’s 100 best organisations to work for. The Soil Association appears in 24th place in the prestigious table of the 100 best not-for-profit...
Bristol can take “bold and innovative steps” to meet its growth ambitions by allowing taller buildings and higher density developments, city mayor Marvin Rees has said. The comments, which echo earlier statements he has made on the issue, came as the city council launched a consultation on new urban...
Bristol innovation hub Engine Shed has launched its first ‘scale-up month’ as part of its drive to deliver inclusive economic growth. The programme includes three key events: Scale Up Briefing, Scale Up Breakfast and the launch of Quarterly Investment Briefing sessions. There will also be a series of blogs designed...
Bristol-based social media platform developer 3radical has signalled further growth and is to enter new markets after completing a £3m funding round. The firm’s core product Voco is an engagement platform that enables brands to connect with audiences in a new way with real-time, interactive digital experiences and games across...
Three of Bristol’s top construction sector influencers will set out their visions for a better city at a conference organised by Constructing Excellence Bristol Club. The event next Wednesday, March 7, is aimed at contractors, architects, surveyors and other supply chain professionals eager to learn about what major clients...
The property sector will be transformed by emerging technologies such as driverless cars, robots and 3D printing, according to new research commissioned by international legal firm Osborne Clarke. Harnessing these and other technologies could also help meet some of the challenges the industry faces such as the housing shortage...
