UK launches International Science Partnership Fund worth £218 million
The UK government has launched an International Science Partnerships Fund worth £218 million of Official Development Assistance designed to help unlock potential and foster prosperity. The International Science Partnerships Fund puts research and innovation at the heart of UK international relationships, supporting researchers and innovators to work with peers around the world on the major […]
Manor Royal People Conference – book your place
The Manor Royal BID will be holding it’s People Conference on Weds 21 Feb, 9am – 1:30pm at Crawley College. This free event is designed for Manor Royal business owners, managers and HR professionals who want to build and lead teams that are motivated for success. The conference will offer expert insights and the chance […]
Manor Royal announces Spring Careers Fair
The Manor Royal careers fair will take place on Thursday 18 April, 10am-2pm. The event is will be hosted by the Manor Royal BID, in partnership with Crawley Job Centre, LoveLocalJobs.com, Crawley College and Employ Crawley, and provides excellent opportunity for businesses to promote available opportunities and engage with active job seekers. Read more here
Embracing Accessibility in the Tourism Sector
The Experience West Sussex Partnership are hosting a free online event with Ross Calladine, Head of Business Support, VisitEngland to talk about the important subject of accessibility and inclusion for the tourism industry. Taking place on Monday 22 January, 12-1pm, the event will offer data and insights for businesses in the hospitality and tourism sector […]
Have your say on skills needs in Sussex
The Sussex Chamber of Commerce, leader of the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) Future Skills Sussex, is inviting businesses across the county to participate in a skills survey. The purpose of the survey is to gather intelligence from Sussex businesses to help local education providers to ensure provision meets the skills needs of employers, now […]
Investing in ‘creative clusters’ is key to economic growth – new research
A new report from the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre (CIPEC) provides fresh insight on where policy intervention could be best targeted to bolster the creative industries and help level up the UK economy. Nearly 70% of all the UK’s creative industries’ gross value added (GVA) is concentrated in London and the South-East. This […]
The Body Shop becomes first global beauty brand to receive 100% vegan certification
Sussex success story, The Body Shop, has become the first global beauty brand to achieve 100% vegan product formulations across all lines. The beauty retailer has had its ranges – skincare, body care, haircare, makeup and fragrance – certified by The Vegan Society as 100% vegan just two years after it set itself the target. […]
Manufacturers enter 2024 with increased optimism – Make UK/PwC Survey
The findings come from a major survey of over two hundred senior manufacturing executives publishe by Make UK and PwC. The survey, published in detail in The Manufacturer, shows that after a very difficult few years through the pandemic, and the shock to energy prices, there are optimistic signs with companies more bullish about the […]
Retail sector set for ‘challenging’ 2024, says industry body
Shoppers and retailers are set for a “challenging” year ahead, according to a leading trade body. The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has warned that higher living costs will continue to squeeze household budgets. Its boss pointed out that firms will also face higher business rates as well as potential disruption to shipments via the Red […]
London Gatwick becomes first international airport to open dedicated electric vehicle charging station
London Gatwick has become the first international airport to open an Electric Forecourt®, a dedicated electric vehicle (EV) charging station, with the new GRIDSERVE facility available for all to use from today. The brand-new site has 30 high-power and low-power electric vehicle chargers available via contactless payment – ideal for passengers, staff, local residents, commuters, or […]