Bristol businesses urged to support city’s iconic Balloon Fiesta as organisers battle spiralling costs

March 1, 2024
Bristol businesses urged to support city’s iconic Balloon Fiesta as organisers battle spiralling costs

Bristol’s long-running International Balloon Fiesta is seeking corporate sponsors from the city’s business community as its organisers commit to becoming more financially sustainable amid soaring costs. The not-for-profit organisation behind the annual free-to-attend event, which injects millions of pounds into the local economy every August and has become synonymous...

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Planned student flats scheme in Stokes Croft is key to future of historic music store, say its owners

March 1, 2024
Planned student flats scheme in Stokes Croft is key to future of historic music store, say its owners

A proposed student accommodation scheme in Bristol, which will feature a state-of-the-art music hub, could also be a lifeline for one of the city’s oldest retail businesses. Family-owned specialist music firm Mickleburgh has been trading in Stokes Croft for more than 120 years.  With its existing building no longer...

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Bristol Business Blog: Matt Oldfield, tax associate, Haines Watts Bristol. Perfectly practical recommendations for tax planning

March 1, 2024
Bristol Business Blog: Matt Oldfield, tax associate, Haines Watts Bristol. Perfectly practical recommendations for tax planning

Accountants and tax advisers try every year to remind people to: plan ahead in advance of the next 12 months; review their tax affairs before the end of the tax year; and to submit their return early. Unfortunately, there seems to be a general reluctance to follow this advice...

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Another successful year for SETsquared Bristol as its member firms generate 300-plus jobs

March 1, 2024
Another successful year for SETsquared Bristol as its member firms generate 300-plus jobs

More than 300 jobs were created last year by businesses that are part of SETsquared Bristol, the acclaimed University of Bristol-backed tech incubator. Its member companies also generated £45m-plus in revenues, raised a combined £50m in funding – up from £33m in 2022 despite the tougher investment market –...

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New Bristol base for Michelmores reflects its people-first culture and commitment to sustainability

March 1, 2024
New Bristol base for Michelmores reflects its people-first culture and commitment to sustainability

Regional law firm Michelmores has taken up residence in its new Bristol office in a move it says will underpin its ambitious growth trajectory The relocation to 10 Victoria Street, pictured, from Broad Quay House on The Centre comes as the firm continues to expand its core private client,...

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Bristol’s pioneering deep-tech incubator launches its second unique accelerator programme

March 1, 2024
Bristol’s pioneering deep-tech incubator launches its second unique accelerator programme

An equity-free accelerator scheme launched last year by Bristol deep-tech ecosystem Science Creates is aiming to create more innovative businesses following the launch of its second programme. Science Creates Accelerate seeks to find the best fit between companies and investors, intentionally providing deep-tech founders and entrepreneurs with the best opportunity...

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City of Bristol College appoints Business West chief as next chair of governors ahead of its new strategy

February 29, 2024
City of Bristol College appoints Business West chief as next chair of governors ahead of its new strategy

Business West managing director Phil Smith is to become the next chair of governors of City of Bristol College. Phil will succeed Peter Rilett, who comes to the end of his eight-year tenure in July. Phil’s appointment comes as the college, which offers more than 1,000 courses from entry...

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Awards launched to showcase businesses that are the bee’s knees at caring for region’s pollinators

February 29, 2024
Awards launched to showcase businesses that are the bee’s knees at caring for region’s pollinators

An awards scheme that champions the West of England’s best bee-friendly businesses is back – with some of the region’s biggest firms promising to create some extra buzz around it. The first Bee Bold Awards were held last year to champion the region’s pollinator champions. Winners included a digital tech...

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New Women in Property South West chair vows to ‘foster a culture of positive change and growth’

February 29, 2024
New Women in Property South West chair vows to ‘foster a culture of positive change and growth’

Women in Property, the influencing and networking organisation for the property and construction industry, has appointed Rachel Holmes as the new chair of its South West region. Rachel, pictured, is a business development manager in the Bristol office of Colliers, joined Women in Property (WiP) in 2020 and has...

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