Government announces £29.9 million investment in West Sussex transport networks
West Sussex’s transport networks are to receive a £29.9m upgrade as a result of the comprehensive spending review, investing in increased connectivity, economic growth and better opportunities for local people. The £29.9 million that West Sussex, will receive over the Spending Review period represents a near 2% boost compared to plans under the previous Conservative […]
Government announces further £590m for Lower Thames Crossing
The government has pledged a further £590 million to take forward the Lower Thames Crossing, the most significant road building project in a generation and a national priority.. The new crossing will cut frustrating congestion at Dartford, better linking up motorists and businesses in the Midlands and North with key ports in the South East, […]
Surrey Technology Centre: rarely available wet laboratory for lease
The fully-fitted wet lab offers a versatile 245 sq ft innovation space within the flagship Surrey Technology Centre, at Surrey Research Park. The lab is an ideal space for a biosciences, medtech or health innovation startup eager to hone its proof of concept. Alternatively, it may be ideal for an SME or larger company that […]
UK aims to become world leader in AI-drug discovery
People around the world are set to benefit from new breakthroughs in AI-driven drug discovery to tackle previously untreatable diseases and transforming patient outcomes using British AI and research expertise. The government has announced a new project, the OpenBind consortium, to make the UK a leader in AI-drug discovery, as Imperial College announces it will partner with the […]
Transformative £86 billion boost to science and tech to turbocharge economy, with regions backed to take cutting-edge research into own hands
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will announce a transformative £86 billion in the Spending Review to turbo-charge the UK’s fastest growing sectors, from tech and life sciences, to advanced manufacturing and defence, as part of the government’s plan to invest in Britain’s renewal through our Modern Industrial Strategy. Britain will boost its world-leading status in research and […]
Sussex food and wine sector explores digital tools for industry-wide benefits
A bold project in Sussex is using digital innovation to transform food and wine production for the better, with key support from the University of Brighton. The Growing Sussex project aims to develop the region’s agricultural and wine industries by integrating advanced private 5G technology, paving the way for smarter, greener farming practices while creating new opportunities for […]
University of Brighton to open UK’s largest indoor cricket academy
The University of Brighton has announced the UK’s largest indoor cricket academy, enabling aspiring cricketers to develop their talents while earning a degree. Brighton Cricket Academy is a groundbreaking partnership between the University of Brighton and Square One Education Ltd which will offer top-tier professional coaching and cutting-edge facilities from September 2025. Based at the university’s […]
City celebrates the official opening of Hove Beach Park
Hove Beach Park, the £13.7 million new seafront park stretching from Hove’s King Alfred Leisure Centre to Hove Lagoon, will be officially opened later this week. Residents and visitors have already been flocking to the park in their thousands as different sections have been completed and opened for use. This Friday (16 May) Councillor Bella Sankey, Leader of […]
Get ready for 2025’s employment law changes with the University of Chichester
On Tuesday 1 July, the University of Chichester’s Careers & Employability team, led by legal expert and lecturer, Keith Sinclair will break down the most important upcoming changes to employment law. This free event, aimed at all businesses, will look at updates the Equality Act 2010, progress of the Workers’ Rights Bill and key court […]
You’ve landed – join the Gatwick Diamond team at UKREiiF
The GDI and the GDB will jointly host an informal networking breakfast at this year’s UKREiiF. Over a light breakfast on Weds 21 May, between 8 – 10am, visitors to Leeds are invited to join the team and find out about the launch of the Gatwick Region Airport Economic Zone and the ambitions of this […]