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Cornish town's siren song for a GP in face of predicted UK doctor mass exodus
With the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) warning that general practice faces a 'mass exodus' of doctors over the next five years, with almost 19,000 out of 45,000 GPs and trainees set to quit, a Cornish community has taken recruitment matters into its own hands - and voices.
Clarke Willmott wins NFU award for excellent legal support
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has won a prestigious award from the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) for its outstanding work supporting members in the South West.
Devon-based dairy drinks business expands product range at Aldi
A Devon based dairy drinks supplier is celebrating a successful start to the year after a surge in demand for its protein milkshake range across Aldi stores.
Salvage shopper wins gold award
The most popular free tote bags at exhibitions and conferences are those with the best design and the best ecological credentials, according to Samedaybags.com who are a major suppliers of printed tote bags.
Iconic Cornish Hedging could be classified as an endangered craft
Cornish hedgers are being asked to complete a short online survey which will help determine whether the ancient skill should be classified as an endangered craft.
Osborne Clarke strengthens its Bristol corporate practice with new partner hire
International legal practice Osborne Clarke has continued to expand its corporate team in Bristol with the appointment of Louise Grzasko as a partner.
Hoteliers urge Government to relax rules to aid UK recruitment
Bristol hoteliers are urging the Government to relax some of the post-Brexit rules which have hindered their ability to recruit in recent years.
Residents revel in music and light experience
A trip to see the Eden Project’s immersive winter music and light experience has put a twinkle in the eyes of residents living with dementia in a Plymouth care home.
Clarke Willmott named among the UK's best law firms to work for
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has been named the country’s joint third best law firm to work for in a prestigious industry survey.
Osborne Clarke in Bristol advises Morrison & Co. on joint venture investment into Spanish Telecoms
Lawyers at international law firm Osborne Clarke in Bristol have acted for global infrastructure investment firm, Morrison & Co., on its joint venture with Swiss Life Asset Managers and AXA Investment Management to acquire lyntia Networks.
The Bristol and West of England China Bureau is holding a major celebration to usher in the Chinese Year of the Rabbit next week.
British Red Cross Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal
The British Red Cross has launched an emergency fundraising appeal in response to two devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.
BRIDGWATER CARE HOME TEAM WINS REGIONAL DEMENTIA CARER AWARD
The care team at Bridgwater’s Avalon Nursing Home has been named as Dementia Carer of the Year for the South West, beating off stiff competition from the rest of the region in the sector-leading Great British Care Awards, and will now go forward to the national awards event being held in Birmingham on 17 March.
Clarke Willmott advises on investment and acquisition in snacks sector
Bristol-based lawyers at national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP have advised Yeo Valley Associates on its recent investment in the challenger brand The Curators.
Cornish language films now available on BBC iPlayer
A series of short films featuring Cornish speakers is now available on BBC iPlayer.
Struggling businesses hoping for a reprieve from challenging conditions in 2023 face disappointment, warns Institute for Turnaround
Inflationary pressures, rising energy prices and labour shortages mean demand for turnaround expertise among distressed businesses will continue to grow in 2023, according to the Institute for Turnaround (IFT).
Osborne Clarke in Bristol advises Foresight Group on first close of its Foresight Scotland Fund
Lawyers at Osborne Clarke in Bristol have advised Foresight Group on the first close at more than £60 million of its new Foresight Scotland Fund.
Warning to voters: Take photo ID next time you vote
Voters will need to show an accepted form of photographic identification next time they go to the polling station.
National Family Mediation Week
As we come to the end of National Family Mediation Week today (Fri, 20th Jan) it is an ideal time to review the alternative dispute resolution methods which can be used to assist parties who are separating to reach agreement regarding child or financial arrangements, without the need for court litigation.