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Show your support for English tourism with the new english Tourism Week toolkit from VisitEngland. Taking place from 18th-27th March, the week is an annual celebration of English tourism, raising awareness of the sector. This year's theme focuses on staffing and recruitment to highlight the wealth…
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Part of the government's Plan for Jobs scheme, Train4Tomorrow is running a free, virtual Digital Jobs Fair to connect South West employers with local talent. Over 250 graduates from the Train4Tomorrow bootcamps have been invited to the jobs fair, which will be held online on 16th March. The…
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In response to an increased demand for flexible working options, the Devon Work Hubs network has expanded with the opening of three new hubs in Great Torrington, Newton Abbot and Teignmouth. The extension of the Tavistock Enterprise Hub is also complete. The hubs enable freelancers and small…
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In a statement in the House of Commons, Prime Minister Boris Johnson outlined the UK Government’s plan for living with COVID-19. The Prime Minister said that the UK Government will continue to work closely with the Devolved Administrations, but the ongoing approach for England will be around four…
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Take proactive steps now to ensure your business can reach net zero by 2050, in line with the UK government's target. If you're unsure how to start your business's net zero journey and feel daunted by the sheer volume of advice and information out there, this exciting new programme will simplify…
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Introducing Thrive, the Growth Hub’s new support programme for the self-employed and small to medium size enterprises (SMEs) in Devon, Plymouth, Somerset, and Torbay. Thrive will offer a free diagnostic and training service, with up to 12 hours of tailor-made support that will enable businesses to…
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The Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has unveiled the government’s flagship Levelling Up White Paper. This document sets out a plan to transform the UK by spreading opportunity and prosperity to it. Read the Levelling Up White Paper here. Published alongside the Levelling Up White Paper is…
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Farmers who wish to leave the industry will be supported by a new Government scheme which provides a lump sum payment, allowing them to exit the sector in a managed way. The scheme follows a public consultation carried out last year where the majority of respondents supported the initiative. It…
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Representatives from Visit Devon, Sally Everton and Vince Flower met with MP Simon Jupp, the Chair of the APPG for Hospitality and Tourism. Visit Devon met with MP Simon Jupp and other tourism and hospitality leaders from across the South West in East Devon. There were several points discussed…
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