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Deputy PM says AI could be bigger than the Industrial Revolution

AI could have a greater impact on the UK than the Industrial Revolution and play a key role in accelerating government decisions, according to Deputy PM Oliver Dowden. Reports from earlier this year found that around the world, as many as 300 million jobs could be impacted, generating new ones or wholly automating them. The Home […]

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UK Space Agency to extend its ‘Space for Everyone’ STEAM tour

The UK Space Agency has announced that it will be adding an extra three locations to its highly acclaimed nationwide ‘Space for Everyone’ tour. Following tens of thousands of people engaging with the tour in its first six locations, the event is now set to visit Wrexham (14th to 18th September) and Glasgow (21st to 25th September) before

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United Wines staff celebrated for their long service

left to right: Transport Manager Arthur Watson, Head of Finance Siobhan McSorley from Donaghmore, and Planning & Transport Supervisor Darren Lynn Three employees at Craigavon-based drinks firm United Wines have been recognised for their long service, having worked for the company for a combined total of 60 years. Transport Manager Arthur Watson from Ards, Head of Finance Siobhan

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Impact of £8.4 million investment from OxLEP sparks economic growth in many Oxfordshire communities

The Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) has catalysed economic growth in some of the county’s more isolated and underfunded areas through one of its major investment programmes. The Getting Building Fund is an £8.4 million programme of investment secured by OxLEP from the Government in 2020 to support Covid-19 recovery and features six projects. By 2025,

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Joint Administrators appointed to Sustainable Marine Energy Limited

Graeme Bain (pictured above) and Donald McNaught, of accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael, have been appointed as Joint Administrators of Scottish renewables company Sustainable Marine Energy Limited (SME). The Edinburgh-based company, which developed tidal energy systems, was placed into administration on Wednesday. The marine renewables solution provider, which was founded in 2012, sought

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Peter Vardy Group expands portfolio with the launch of new dealerships

The Peter Vardy Group, the family ran automotive business operating in Scotland, is set to launch two brand new MG dealerships in Edinburgh and Kirkcaldy which will bring the iconic MG brand closer to customers in the heart of Scotland. The decision to expand its portfolio with MG dealerships comes as a part of Peter

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Taylor Roofs extends Livingston FC sponsorship

(L) Taylor Roofs managing director Jamie Taylor & (R)Livingston FC chief executive Dave Black. Taylor Roofs, the Bathgate-based roofing repair and replacement specialist has extended its sponsorship of Livingston Football Club. The family-run firm, which has established itself as West Lothian’s largest and most reliable roofing company for homeowners has signed a two-year contract extension

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New report lays out a three point plan to unlock net zero

A new report by the British Chamber of Commerce (BCC) and Lloyds Bank finds three key changes needed to help business hit Net Zero:  Government should review its support and advice to SMEs on moving to Net Zero      Large businesses and institutions must continue to drive behaviour change in their supply chains  Government should demonstrate

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International whisky firm to develop presence in Fife

Plans to develop a bonded whisky storage facility in Glenrothes have taken a major step forward after the project received support from Scottish Enterprise. Scotland’s national economic development agency will provide Scotch Whisky Investments (SWI) with a £850,000 grant for its innovative plans in the Fife town, which will provide premium cask storage facilities along

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Finalists announced for the Food Awards England 2023

Following a long public nomination process, the finalists for the highly esteemed Food Awards England 2023 have been announced with a diverse range of contenders across a multitude of categories. These categories encompass a variety of cuisines, concepts, and establishments, allowing for recognition of all that contributes to England’s thriving culinary scene. This year’s awards

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