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Rothamsted Centre for Research and Enterprise, RoCRE, part of the historic, world-renowned Rothamsted Research campus in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, has joined the United Kingdom Science Park Association (UKSPA). UKSPA represents over 130 science, technology and innovation parks in the UK, encompassing well over 4000 companies, and exists to represent innovative knowledge-based environments.
November looks like the new season of giving as Clarendon Road businesses clubbed together last Friday to help gather over 800 kg of urgent food supplies for Watford Foodbank.
FSB sets out plan to help high street businesses to thrive
A freeze on business rates, increased free town centre parking and safeguards around access to cash and banking, must be put in place to help struggling businesses on the high street.
Challenger bank scoops global industry award
The UK's first challenger business bank to be completely born in the cloud has scooped international recognition after being named Bank of the Year in the Global Business Excellence Awards.
Strong performance for Hertfordshire businesses despite market uncertainty, says new report
Hertfordshire businesses have delivered another strong year of growth with increases in turnover, profitability and employment, demonstrating strong resilience during a period of significant political and economic uncertainty, according to a new report published today.
- New research published by FSB, launched at Facebook Community Boost, reveals an estimated 40% increase in UK economic contribution and a 26% increase in employment generated by women owned businesses.
- A quarter of private sector employment (23.85%) is now calculated to be generated by women owned and women led businesses.
- Diversity in manufacturing and higher growth sectors is still a challenge, with a reduction in the proportion of women owned firms in these sectors.
Digital marketing agency, Wagada, nominated for two UK Search Awards
Hertfordshire digital marketing agency, Wagada, has been nominated for two awards at the UK Search Awards 2018 the industry-leading celebration of SEO, PPC and content marketing in the UK.
Final public exhibition for High View redevelopment opens
Developer Lovell and Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council are asking residents to help shape a major regeneration scheme for the redevelopment of the Hilltop local centre, South Hatfield, by attending the final public exhibition of the proposals.
Hertfordshire-based Ebberns Ltd, a plumbing, heating and bathroom merchant and proud member of The IPG, is celebrating a strong 35 years in business.