New British Bulgarian Business Association launched
The British Bulgarian Business Association (BBBA) was formally launched on January 9 at the Residence of UK ambassador Jonathan Allen.
Professional Squash Association signs UK broadcast deal with BT Sport
The Professional Squash Association (PSA) has signed a new broadcast and marketing partnership deal with BT Sport that will see the United Kingdom television channel air coverage from all World Series tournaments, including the World Championship.
Industry welcomes UK’s £6bn science strategy
The UK has committed £6bn to support the growth of its science industry in a move welcomed by both the pharma and biotech industries.
Pawnbrokers Association launches new UK wide trading standards scheme
Business Secretary Vince Cable MP has approved a new Primary Authority Coordinated Partnership between the National Pawnbroking Association (NPA) and Surrey County Council.
Freight Association Welcomes Reorganisation of UK Road Network Management
The UK government has outlined its plans to reform the Highways Agency and introduce a long term vision for improving the UK road network by creating new ‘watchdog’ and ‘monitor’ bodies that will together aim to better the performance of England’s motorways and major roads, something which will impact on road haulage interests. The move has been welcomed the Freight Transport Association (FTA) which also calls for all party support of these road reform proposals.
Synergy Health on board as new British Hospitality Association partner
In an industry whose success lies on reputation, reputation, reputation, there’s no place for complacency. Efficient and engaging employees, high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, adherence to the law and excellent customer service; these are the basics of any successful hospitality or tourist business.
Free range egg association produces comprehensive egg nutrition leaflet
The British Free Range Egg Producers Association have produced a comprehensive egg nutrition leaflet explaining the many valuable nutrients that can be found in just one free range egg.
FSB uncovers a growing skills gap as small firms’ confidence hits an all-time high
The latest Federation of Small Businesses’ (FSB) Small Business Index shows a growing skills shortage in the workplace. Now identified as a significant barrier to growth for small firms, almost one third (29.9%) of those surveyed report skills shortages as hampering growth, with construction and computer services particularly hard hit.
Tesco searches for charity partners for £1.8m bag levies
Tesco has launched its search for charities that will benefit from the £1.8m a year it expects to raise from carrier bag levies in Wales and Scotland.
Nottinghamshire police officer becomes International Police Association president
A Detective Chief Inspector from Nottinghamshire has become the president of the UK’s International Police Association (IPA).