Business West, the region’s largest business organisation, called on the government to immediately commit to negotiate the best deal possible for British firms following the referendum result. Failing to do that could risk jeopardising new investment from the many overseas firms that have chosen to base themselves in the region to give them access...
Small food producers in and around Bath are being urged to apply to become part of pioneering new school dinners contract in the city that promotes local produce. Under the new scheme, primary school children across the city could soon be tucking into locally grown, healthy food and enjoying more variety based on seasonal produce. Bath...
West of England accountancy firm Old Mill has become one of only 25 certified businesses in the UK to meet stringent financial planning standards. The firm, which has offices in Melksham and Wells, has completed the certification programme for BS 8577 – the only best practice standard for financial advice and planning firms. BS...
Bath-headquartered law firm Stone King has been awarded the prestigious Investors in People Gold Standard – the highest level possible in the scheme. The firm – which also has offices in London and Cambridge and has just opened a base in Leeds – is among just 7% of accredited organisations across the UK to...
More than 100 guests were treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of the Roman Baths during an exclusive event organised by accountancy, investment management and tax group Smith & Williamson. The event kicked off in The Pump Room with Bath & North East Somerset Council head of heritage services Stephen Bird speaking about the innovative...
Bath-headquartered law firm Stone King has opened an office in Leeds as it seeks to strengthen its position as a national leader in the education sector. The office will significantly develop the firm’s presence in the North of England as the legal adviser of choice for schools across the country. Stone King, which also...
Bath financial adviser Ed Grobler has run 69 miles along the entire length of Hadrian’s Wall to help his daughter’s school raise funds for charity. Ed, pictured, who works at Epoch Wealth Management, completed the gruelling feat in just one day. The challenging cross-country race – known as The Wall – followed the world-famous...
NatWest has appointed John Bendall as regional director – business banking for the South West. John, pictured, has worked for the bank for 28 years and was previously the bank’s director – business banking for North and Mid Devon. In his new role he will oversee the NatWest’s links with businesses in the region...
This briefing has been compiled by solicitors in Withy King’s commercial teams based in Bath to help directors keep on top of the latest legal developments which may affect them in their professional or personal lives. Is your commercial contract Brexit-proof? With the upcoming referendum fast approaching, it’s a good idea to start thinking...
Bath’s tech sector is being urged to get involved with a new group that aims to promote the South West as a global hi-tech and digital centre of excellence. Tech South West is holding one of its first event tomorrow morning at the Bristol’s Engine Shed innovation hub at Temple Meads, pictured. Launched in...
