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£500m Funding Boost Offers Support to SME's Facing Global Pressures

The government has introduced a £500m funding boost through the Growth Guarantee Scheme to help smaller businesses across the country...

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East Midlands Secures Government backing for Shared Priorities to Drive Regional Growth

Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward has formally secured Government support for a set of shared growth priorities aimed...

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AI, Machine Learning & Robotics to take centre stage at East Midlands conference fronted by TEDx speaker and digital entrepreneur

TEDx speaker and award-winning entrepreneur Joyann Boyce has been announced as the keynote speaker for East Midlands Chamber’s AI...

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Nottingham to Host Inaugural ‘Tech for Good’ Festival, Showcasing Innovation for a Better Future

Nottingham is set to celebrate the transformative power of technology with its first 'Tech for Good' Festival, scheduled for 13th-1...

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Sustainable Manufacturing: Best Practices for Reducing Waste & Carbon Footprint

Sustainable manufacturing is no longer just an ethical choice, it’s a strategic necessity for SMEs and micro manufacturers in...

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3D Printing: Why it's a Game-Changer for Manufacturers

The manufacturing industry has always been at the forefront of innovation, but in recent years, 3D printing has emerged at...

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Derbyshire businesses can boost digital connectivity at awareness conference

Businesses in Derbyshire are being offered access to expert guidance on growth through connectivity at the Derbyshire Digital Awareness Conference 2025.

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EMCCA Commits to Funding for Six Regeneration Projects

East Midlands Combined County Authority has allocated £3m to help with the demolition of the former Broadmarsh shopping centre.

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Gedling businesses encouraged to get social media savvy at March event

Social media has been a hot topic for several years, not least for business owners. Which channels should you use,...

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Focus on retail support at The Bridge Skills Hub

Bassetlaw retailers interested in learning about effective strategies to boost in-store and online traffic and sales are being encouraged to...

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Reflecting on Manufacturing in the East Midlands in 2024

As we move through the start of 2025, Made Smarter East Midlands reflect on and celebrate a remarkable year for manufacturing...

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Gedling businesses invited to focus on sales conversion

Local businesses in Gedling are being encouraged to attend the upcoming Gedling Business Support Network meeting, where they can gain...

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