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Give your views on the Industrial Strategy plans

Read all about the new industrial strategy being developed by the Government to deliver a high-skilled, competitive economy to benefit people in the UK.

January 26th, 2017

Five top tips for writing a business plan

Writing an effective business plan is a crucial first task when you’re hoping to start a […]

January 25th, 2017

Start up Spring initiative will boost regional business growth

Our new initiative, Start Up Spring will aim to boost regional business growth & help entrepreneurs across the West Midland's, Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin.

January 25th, 2017

Manufacturing Matters Barometer offers firms the chance to have their say and ensure industry ge

The Manufacturing Barometer is being relaunched in your region, giving you – the senior decision makers […]

January 24th, 2017

Freight strategy to drive forward investment in infrastructure

Facing challenges with transportation? A freight strategy is being developed & businesses in Shropshire & Herefordshire are asked to highlight their issues

January 24th, 2017

Young Enterprise dates set for 2017

Young Enterprise teams aim to impress the judges by presenting their new businesses ideas in Shropshire. The awards night will be held in May in Telford.

January 24th, 2017

Water retail market opens

Consumer Council for Water is working with Marches LEP to spread the news about fairer prices & services for water customers throughout England & Wales.

January 17th, 2017

Automotive parts supplier Polytec to establish new UK base in Telford

Polytec Group, an automotive parts supplier, is to build an additional manufacturing site in Telford which will create as many as 100 jobs in the area.

January 16th, 2017

Could you export to the US?

What’s it like to export as a start-up in the USA? Hear from Roger and Dave […]

January 12th, 2017

Would-be entrepreneurs urged to #GetStarted in new campaign

Marches Growth Hub aims to support new businesses & start up company's across Shropshire, Telford & the Wrekin with the launch our new #GetStarted campaign.

January 6th, 2017

Video: Start a Business

Brits are 10% more likely to start up in January, according to research released this week. […]

January 5th, 2017

£16.5m European funding pots open for applications

Are you running a project that promotes economic growth in Shropshire, Herefordshire or Telford? Discover how to get your share of £16 million of funding.

January 4th, 2017