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 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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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 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…
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…
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…
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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…
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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…
Read MoreFrench Government provides Hinkley Point boost
March 22, 2016
Funding for the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station has moved a step closer with the French Government, which has a stake in developer EDF, offering its support. On a visit to a plant in in Civaux in France, French economy minister Emmanuel Macron is understood to have said the government is prepared to recapitalise…
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Breakfast networking event 10th March. Meeting report & presentation. Managing the skills shortage in the Bridgwater boom!
March 16, 2016
Theme:- Managing the skills shortage in the Bridgwater boom! Steve Leahy (Chairman) with speakers Sarah-Jane Trask and Chris Young The Victoria Park Community Centre was the venue for the event and they looked after us with first-rate refreshments. Following the informal networking opportunities to meet with other attendees the main event commenced with an…
Read MoreEU approves EDF and CGN’s Hinkley partnership
March 15, 2016
The European Union's competition authority has approved EDF Energy's partnership with China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN) for the construction of Hinkley Point C in Somerset. The Commission's investigation found that competition in the wholesale supply of electricity in the UK will not be hindered by the transaction given the moderate market share of EDF, the very…
Read MoreDetailed planning permission granted for the new Bridgwater Gateway business park.
March 2, 2016
Detailed planning permission has been granted for the new Bridgwater Gateway business park. The consent covers the 45-acre first phase of the development and comprises a range of proposed new business park buildings including offices, industrial and a 150-bed hotel. Buildings are available on a design and build basis. The initial enabling works have already…
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Bridgwater solicitors Pardoes celebrate after winning a trio of national awards
February 11, 2016
Pardoes solicitors who are a member of Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce are celebrating after winning a trio of national awards The forward-thinking solicitors won the awards for a variety of achievements including service to customers, its work in property disputes, and with private clients. The first award was the 2016 Corporate International Magazine Global Award for…
Read MoreNew project director for Hinkley C
February 4, 2016
EDF has appointed a new project director for the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station project after Chris Bakken left to take up a new role in the US. Philippe Bordarier, chief nuclear officer at EDF Energy Generation, will take up the position having been at the French company for two years. Bakken joined Nuclear…
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