Just in case you were under the misapprehension that we were set for a quieter period for employment legislation, you’ll see below that the next few months are set to be rather busy. That’s especially true for those of you looking after HR matters. To put this into context Lucy Cotterell, an HR consultant...
Bath firms are now able to put surplus funds into a specialist savings account while also supporting a regional organisation that gives access to affordable loans to individuals at risk of financial exclusion. Great Western Credit Union’s (GWCU) Business Saver is aimed at businesses that are looking to earn monthly interest at a competitive...
Regional law firm Goughs Solicitors has made a number of promotions across various departments, including two new partners, in a move that recognises and celebrates its internal talent. The firm, which has seven offices across Wiltshire, including in Chippenham, Trowbridge, Melksham and Corsham, said its latest promotions round celebrated “exceptional knowledge, skills and talent” within the...
Nominations have opened for this year’s SPARKies, the pioneering awards that shine a light on the best individuals, products and firms that make up the West of England’s tech sector. Launched in 2012, the annual awards have grown to become the best-respected tech accolades in the region, attracting hundreds of entries from across the...
The impact and implications of legaltech for the law, legal sector and wider society and economy will be highlighted at a conference next month. Staged by Bristol+Bath LegalTech, the event will look at how the dramatic developments ushered in by technology will drive change across all aspects of the legal world. WE R...
Regional law firm Goughs Solicitors has selected Scotty’s Little Soldiers as its charity of the year. Scotty’s Little Soldiers supports children and young people who have experienced the death of a parent who served in the British Armed Forces. It aims to provide long-term support to the child and work to maintain their connection...
Businesses are being invited to demonstrate their commitment to equality and diversity by supporting one of the area’s largest Pride events. Taking place on Saturday, 15 June, Chippenham Pride is expected to attract thousands of people. Renewable electricity firm Good Energy, which employs more than 250 people at its head office in the town,...
Bath Business News has teamed up with specialist communications consultancy Distinctive Communications to discuss how to engage with journalists to promote your business at an event tomorrow. Hosted by Distinctive founder Ben Lowndes, the free webinar will hear from Bath Business News editor Robert Buckland on why some stories get coverage and others don’t. Other areas covered will...
Bath Business News has teamed up with specialist communications consultancy Distinctive Communications to discuss how to engage with journalists to promote your business at an event next week. Hosted by Distinctive founder Ben Lowndes, the free webinar will hear from Bath Business News editor Robert Buckland on why some stories get coverage and others don’t. Other areas covered...
The SETsquared Partnership, the pioneering tech incubator backed by the University of Bath, has been named as the UK’s leading start-up hub and third best in Europe. No stranger to awards – it has been ranked best in the world by the University Business Incubator (UBI) Index three times – SETsquared has been given...
