S Roberts Group invests in grab lorry to offer an all-in-one solution
September 14, 2022
Media release for S Roberts Group A FAMILY-RUN waste management company from Somerset has recently invested in a grab lorry to be able to extend the waste services it provides (September 2022). S Roberts Group’s grab lorry is ideal for DIY jobs or commercial sites where no loading equipment is available. Beccy Roberts, Director of…
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A chance to shine – launch of the Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards
September 12, 2022
Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce hosted the launch of this year’s Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards, which are a chance for the District’s many growing, innovative and prosperous businesses to celebrate their successes. A networking lunch at the ibis Hotel heard that there were 16 awards up for grabs at a gala dinner on November 25th with…
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Somerset Food Trail
August 26, 2022
Press Release from Sedgemoor District Council Following on from the success of the inaugural Somerset Food Trail in July, Sedgemoor District Council are pleased to be investing a further £5,000 so that the event can be run again next year – even bigger and better. The trail is a one-week festival during the summer, led…
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Major Bridgwater employer celebrates 50th anniversary
August 22, 2022
Press Release 22nd August 2022 THE TEAM at a family-run air filter manufacturing and services company in Somerset celebrated its 50th anniversary recently (July 29, 2022) with the help of the Mayor of Bridgwater. Jasun Envirocare, which was established in 1972 and expanded into Bridgwater in 1987, now has four major sites in the town…
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Air filter manufacturing and services company launches net zero plans
August 18, 2022
Press Release 18th August 2022 A FAMILY-RUN air filter manufacturing and services company has unveiled its vision for the future including sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of its manufacturing process Jasun Envirocare on Parrett Way in Bridgwater has recently reviewed its carbon footprint and says Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is key to its ongoing…
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Nominations open for the Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards 2022
August 16, 2022
The Sedgemoor Business Excellence Awards is an annual event organised by the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce. It’s been running for several years with the aim of rewarding companies, enterprises and individuals who are making outstanding contributions to the successful growth and prosperity of the district. Diogo Rodrigues of the Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce said, “I’m…
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Final Pre-Season Preparations
August 15, 2022
PRESS RELEASE from Bridgwater United WFC Monday 15th August 2022 As part of their final pre-season preparations the United squad headed to the South Coast on Sunday for training and team bonding. The team first trained at the innovative and unique FTY Lab in Bournemouth. FTY is a hi-tech football training centre using the latest…
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Climate Summit to help Somerset businesses increase sustainability
August 10, 2022
PRESS RELEASE from Somerset County Council Wednesday 10th August 2022 Somerset businesses are being urged to play their part in combating the climate emergency – with a conference offering insight into practical steps they can take to become more sustainable. The Somerset Business Climate Summit 2022 will take place at Queens College in Taunton on…
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OD Talent Solutions are United’s latest signing of the Summer.
August 2, 2022
PRESS RELEASE from Bridgwater United FC Tuesday 2nd August 2022 Unique recruitment providers OD Talent Solutions will join the club as a Principal Partner by sponsoring both the Men’s and Women’s First Team Shorts for Season 2022/2023. OD Talent Solutions offer bespoke recruitment services to companies of all sizes who need support to secure the…
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More Bridgwater businesses now eligible for Help to Grow as software scheme receives a boost
July 28, 2022
The rules for the Help to Grow: Digital programme have been expanded to open the scheme to businesses with at least one employee, meaning up to 1.2 million businesses could benefit. The flagship government scheme offers a discount of up to 50% towards the costs of buying approved software, worth up to £5,000. Previously, only…
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£9m Public Realm upgrade supported by Bridgwater Chamber
July 28, 2022
The Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce are pleased to be supporting the delivery of a £23million investment in Bridgwater through the Town Deal Board. One of the town centre projects is the £9m upgrade known as 'Celebration Mile', the stretch of land between the Railway Station and Northgate Docks. The Claire Street area will become pedestrianised…
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Ex-student’s startup selected for top London investment event
July 28, 2022
PRESS RELEASE from Bridgwater & Taunton College Monday 25 July 2022 A business co-founded by a former Bridgwater & Taunton College (BTC) student is one of just 10 selected to represent University College London (UCL) Innovation & Enterprise at a demo day in the capital. James Della Valle, who studied A Levels at BTC, founded…
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New appointment at Bridgwater Chamber
July 21, 2022
The Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce is very pleased to announce the appointment of Diogo Rodrigues as Relationship Manager Diogo is a well-known figure in Bridgwater with both business and local government experience, which will help towards the Chamber increasing its support of the business community and driving growth for members of the Chamber. On his…
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Bridgwater Town Board
July 8, 2022
News Release Step-Up Bridgwater After consulting with various official groups and Boards, Sedgemoor District Council, as the accountable body for Bridgwater Town Board, has agreed to submit a detailed business case for the Step-Up Bridgwater to Government and, if agreed, will see an exciting new £500,000 facility for businesses in Bridgwater Town Centre. The proposal…
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New Adult Courses Starting in September at Weston College
June 30, 2022
This September, Weston College is launching brand new adult courses, which present a fantastic opportunity to reskill, upskill or improve your CV. In May, the BBC reported that there were over 1.3 million live job vacancies in the UK, so now is the perfect time to turn your dream career into a reality and starting…
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Active Travel Press Release
June 30, 2022
Do you want to improve walking and cycling provision in your area? Help to inform the new Local Transport Plan for Somerset by having YOUR say on our interactive Heatmap - Somerset Sustainable Transport | Commonplace Have you seen our Local Walking and Cycling Plans for #Taunton, #Bridgwater and #Yeovil – it’s our blueprint for…
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