Review of the Social Media networking event 20 April 2016
April 26, 2016
Wednesday 20th April 2016, at Victoria Park Community Centre, Victoria Park Drive, Bridgwater, TA6 7AS Theme for the Network Breakfast – Social Media in the Workplace A good attendence enjoyed the hospitatily at Victotia Park and the early morning opportunity to network with other members and guests. It was an excellent meeting with very imformative…
Read MoreHinkley Point C funding decision delayed until September
April 26, 2016
A decision on funding for the proposed £18bn Hinkley Point C nuclear power station is set to be further delayed until September 2016. Energy giant EDF, which is behind the plant, confirmed a recapitalisation at a board meeting last week (22 April) that will enable its investment programme, including the Somerset facility. It also announced…
Read MoreHinkley Update - Energy Minister confirms Hinkley Point is a good deal for consumers
April 26, 2016
Hinkley Point C represents a 'good deal for consumers', according to energy minister Andrea Leadsom. Speaking at the eighth Nuclear New Build Forum, the minister said the government had ensured consumers wouldn't incur costs for electricity until the plant is generating meaning that the risks during construction lie with developer EDF. Leadsom said: "Hinkley will…
Read MoreMultimillion-pound funding for fabric maker BFF Nonwovens, based in Bridgwater,
April 20, 2016
Bridgwater based technical fabrics manufacturer BFF Nonwovens has secured a multimillion-pound funding package from Business Growth Fund (BGF) and Lloyds Bank. BFF Nonwovens makes bespoke technical fabrics for niche markets. Its products are used in areas including filtration, packaging, acoustics and advanced wound care. The business has grown over the past five years, both organically…
Read MoreUpdate on roadworks in and around Bridgwater
April 19, 2016
To see the latest news onworks that are completed, ongoing or planned please open this link Bridgwater highways schemes update 15 April 16
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Jelf turnover passes £90m in takeover year
April 19, 2016
Turnover for Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce member Jelf insurance group has passed the £90m mark, which has 37 offices across the UK, in the year of its £260m takeover and de-listing from the London Stock Exchange. Marsh, a subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies, began talks to buy the business in August 2015 and the…
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Clarke Willmott - Charity Ball
April 6, 2016
Clarke Willmott are delighted to invite you to their second Charity Ball being held on Friday 13 May, hosted at the beautiful Woodlands Castle. The evening is in support of Stand Against Violence and Hope for Tomorrow, their two Taunton office chosen charities. They welcome you, your family and friends to attend their Black Tie Ball from…
Read MoreBridgwater-based CRC Industries buys Action Can
April 6, 2016
Bridgwater-based CRC Industries UK has bought the Action Can industrial lubricants business. The newly acquired business will operate as a division of CRC Industries UK following the deal for an undisclosed sum. CRC Industries UK develops, makes and sells more than 170 chemical maintenance products under the Ambersil brand into the UK and global industrial…
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Cancelling Hinkley C could save the UK "at least" £30bn to £40bn
April 6, 2016
Cancelling the Hinkley Point C project in Somerset could save the UK "at least" £30bn to £40bn, according to a new report. The Intergenerational Foundation's report, titled Toxic Time Capsule: Why nuclear energy is an intergenerational issue, said that the projects build coast would make it "the most expensive building on earth". It also suggested…
Read MoreFrancis Clark joins PKF International
April 5, 2016
Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce member Francis Clarke has joined the PKF International network of accountancy firms, rebranding as PKF Francis Clark. It will remain an independently owned firm within the wider network, which is made up of more than 400 offices spread over 150 countries.. The firm's recently announced merger with Princecroft Willis has also…
Read MoreSouth West “increasingly divided” on EU membership
March 30, 2016
Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce are looking to hold a networking seminar prior to the June elections to help businesses get the facts on this crucial topic. Latest information shows that the South West business community is becoming increasingly divided over support for the UK's membership of the European Union (EU), according to a survey carried…
Read MoreEDF Energy addresses MPs over Hinkley Point
March 29, 2016
The boss of EDF Energy has told MPs that the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station will "categorically" go ahead but refused to be drawn on a definitive investment date for the project. EDF Energy's chief executive Vincent de Rivaz and managing director of new nuclear build Humphrey Cadoux-Hudson gave evidence at the government's Energy…
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Hinkley Point C Supply Chain Update
March 23, 2016
Although a final investment decision for Hinkley Point C is yet to be announced, we are seeing plenty of evidence of continued commitment and progress towards the FID. In the communiqué published by the British and French Government's after the recent Franco British summit, it states: This major strategic project is a pillar of the…
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The Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards 2016 - The Review
March 23, 2016
The 2016 awards ceremony was held on the 17th March 2016 at the McMillan Theatre, Bridgwater. The evening kicked off with a Champagne reception before moving to the dining room which looked stunning with styled blue, white and purple palm tree table centre pieces. The catering was prepared by Bridgwater College and the food was…
Read MoreBridgwater College secures 150 apprenticeship pledges
March 23, 2016
Bridgwater College has secured pledges for more than 150 apprenticeship vacancies from local businesses. Potential employers pledged 151 roles at the college's apprenticeship and careers open evening held earlier this month. As part of the open evening, employers meet with hundreds of potential apprentices during the event, offering apprenticeships in a variety of different subjects…
Read MoreHinkley Point C funding decision ‘set for May’
March 23, 2016
A decision on funding for the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station could be made in May 2016, the project's developer EDF Energy has suggested. According to reports, French economy minister Emmanuel Macron has said a final investment decision from EDF, which is 85 per cent state-owned, is expected in early May. He is also…
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