Charity hits £100K fundraising target to safeguard Coast Path
Following recent reports about increased ‘wear and tear’ due to severe storm damage, increased footfall and coastal erosion, the charity that looks after the Coast Path has announced it has raised over £100,000 to help safeguard the future of the National Trail. The...
Virtual event aims to support recovery of South West businesses
Expert speakers from various sectors are sharing their insights on how skills and support can help businesses in the region recover post pandemic at an event later this month. Hosted by CCB Training, which forms part of The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), the...
Green Shoots of Growth for Cornish Herbery
An independent herbery business in Cornwall has received a Start Up Loan to help propel the business forwards. Kitty’s Herbery, based in Camelford, has been awarded the £22,000 investment to develop their business premises. The new premises will include a retail...
Clive’s Vegan Quiche range expands ahead of staycation summer
Devon-based bakery Clive’s Purely Plants have launched two new varieties of vegan quiche to join their bestselling Vegan Quiche Lorraine and Creamy Cauliflower Quiche. The launch adds a Roasted Red Pepper Quiche and a Broccoli & Pesto Quiche. All four are single...
Get ahead of your studies with the Summer Academy at South Devon College
Are you looking to put yourself in the best position to start your studies this September? South Devon College has a new initiative for year 11 students coming up to leaving school that will help you get ahead. This initiative is the Summer Academy, and the College...
South Devon College welcomes sports therapist Kerry Mitchell to the team
South Devon College already have a thriving team of sports professionals that students always come away inspired by and motivated to push their development further. But there’s no stopping the team growing as the College is welcoming a new member to the team, Kerry...
No-cost training available now for businesses in Devon to upskill their workforce
Devon businesses and residents are urged to take advantage of European Social Funding worth £3.5 million. SMART SKILLS funding will help Devon based small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) businesses and other organisations to identify skills gaps in their existing...
CBILS boost for Bristol Venue
A live music and entertainment venue in Bristol is the latest business to benefit from a CBILS- backed loan via SWIG Finance. An £80k CBILS investment has been made to support Centurys Club – a long- established venue in Kingswood, which, like many other businesses...
Demand for Creative Skills in our Digital World on the Rise
The world and how it worked changed at a rapid rate almost a year ago and since then, various workplaces are continuing to refine their digital adaptations of their operations and even converting to making digital operations a primary focus moving forward. Now that...
Businesses to play vital role in shaping student skills
Employment opportunities for students at Cornwall’s largest college group are being boosted with the launch of a programme to involve local employers in key decisions. The Cornwall College Group (TCCG) is putting local and regional business leaders at the heart of...
Virtual jobs fair aims to combat the skills shortages faced by South West employers
The Heart of the South West LEP (HotSW LEP) Digital Skills Partnership has announced the first of their Train4Tomorrow virtual jobs fairs, which will connect hundreds of newly-trained and highly-skilled digital and technical learners with employers in the South West....
Fragrance Maker Secures Essential Funding
An ambitious North-Devon fragrance maker has benefitted from a £10k Start Up Loan via delivery partner SWIG Finance. Essence of Hartland creates handmade home fragrances using high-quality essential oils. Their scents are inspired by the dramatic coastline and...