Latest News

Consultation starts into Shropshire’s new economic growth strategy

Shropshire Council's desire & commitment to grow the county's local economy has been set out in a new strategy which has now gone out for consultation.

April 4th, 2017

Government sets out next steps in establishing the UK as global leader in connected and autonomous v

Read about the Government's steps in establishing the UK as a global leader in connected & autonomous vehicles & get the lowdown on business developments.

April 3rd, 2017

Spotlight on EU funding for business at Hereford event

Businesses in Hereford are looking to tap into a range of EU funding & grants during a special event organised by Marches Growth Hub Herefordshire.

March 29th, 2017

Auto supply chain companies invited to have say on Industrial Strategy

Businesses in Shropshire, Herefordshire & Telford in the automotive supply chain industry are invited to have their say on the Industrial Strategy.

March 28th, 2017

‘£12m healthcare innovation competition launched

Healthcare costs are rising across the world as a growing and ageing population brings with it […]

March 28th, 2017

£250m Midlands Engine fund to support 46,000 SMEs

Read all about the £250m Midlands Engine Investment Fund intended to provide business support & boost the region's economy of 460,000 smaller businesses.

March 28th, 2017

Grants available for food and drink businesses

Do you run a food or tourism business in Shropshire, Telford or Herefordshire? You could tap into a business grant of more than £35000 to grow & diversify.

March 24th, 2017

University conference builds confidence in manufacturing growth

A manufacturing conference to mark the completion of Telford's Innovation campus will be held offering businesses in the Midlands an opportunity to contribute.

March 17th, 2017

What you can expect in your first Start Up year and how to keep on track

Our latest guest blog comes from Adrian Barradell, Marketing Co-ordinator for Impetus Business Loans. Adrian keeps […]

March 8th, 2017

Whitchurch networking group helps launch new business clinics

North Shropshire will benefit from a series of new business clinics that have been organised by The Whitchurch Networking Group & Marches Business Hub.

March 7th, 2017

£9.7m manufacturing support package launched to unlock SME potential

Over 3,000 SMEs may soon receive business support thanks to the Manufacturing Growth Programme (MGP) a £9.7m initiative to support manufacturing companies.

March 6th, 2017

Your guide to preparing for the Apprenticeship Levy

A step-by-step guide to the apprenticeship service The Apprenticeship Levy is coming soon! Levy-paying employers will […]

March 6th, 2017