Peer Networks – “Do it! Don’t give it a second thought!”
That was a recent quote from one of our 153 Business leaders and Managing Directors who have been part of the OxLEP Peer Networks programme over the last 8 months.
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Daily news and press releases from members, guest writers and the B4 team.
Blenheim: Bringing you the best from the Estate this May
The Park is now adorned with new arrivals. Watching our lambs bounding across the Estate makes us feel grounded with nature as it continues no matter what’s going on in the world. The Gardens are brimming with blossom trees as we watch the seasons move on, albeit leaving the weather in April showers. We’re hitting the ground running as life rights itself with momentous new partnerships and projects.
Nurse Innovation Hexithon Spring 2021
Launched on International Nurses Day our Hexithon runs until the end of May. NiUK and Hexitime have created an Innovation Sprint with Nurses and Midwives leading the way. We have chosen Planetary Health and Sustainability as our first big challenge. We all saw how our environment improved when we collectively made changes to our carbon […]
The Earl of Wessex visits homeless support projects across Oxford
Oxford had the chance to showcase the innovative support provided for people experiencing homelessness in the city with a visit from HRH The Earl of Wessex. Partners from Oxfordshire Homeless Movement greeted The Earl and shared how local organisations had adapted their work in response to the pandemic.
Your Business’ Legacy | Mike Talks Business
On this episode of Mike Talks Business, host Mike Jennings of The Jennings Group gets together with Val King of The Rooflight Company to talk all things Legacy and to take a look at Employee Ownership Trusts.
Make yourselves familiar with the new COVID rules from 17 May
People in Oxfordshire are being urged to familiarise themselves with the new (step three) national COVID-19 roadmap rules that will apply from Monday, 17 May so that they are aware of what they can and still cannot do.
Toyota to covertly mark more than 100,000 catalytic converters to combat...
Toyota (GB) is spending more than £1 million to covertly mark more than 100,000 parts on older cars which could be the target of catalytic converter theft, to help police arrest and charge criminals. The service is free to owners.
Aylesbury’s regeneration destination for Buckinghamshire buyers
Buckinghamshire homebuyers and investors will reap the rewards of one of the county’s largest regeneration projects in Aylesbury, as the multi-million pound regeneration programme to revamp the garden town is set to bring 16,000 new homes to the area, alongside rejuvenated waterways, parkland and a brand new town centre[1].
FDM Group announces 1,000th ex-forces placement in the tech sector job
FDM Group, the FTSE 250 professional services firm, today announces that it has placed over 600 ex-forces candidates into 1,000 job roles in the tech and professional services sector. The 1,000th placement milestone was reached in Spring this year and reflects the company’s continued commitment in empowering military personnel to enter an exciting career in the IT industry.
Shipton-Under-Wychwood Cricket Club Announces New Sponsorship
Shipton-under-Wychwood cricket club and The Rooflight Company are delighted to announce a new sponsorship partnership of the 3rd and 4th XI’s, commencing at the start of next season.
Oxford Bus Company increase airline services to Heathrow Airport
The Oxford Bus Company has announced it will increase the frequency of its Airline coach service to Heathrow Airport from Monday.
Lighten your lifestyle with exclusive resident facilities at Berkeley’s Lumina
The last year has placed a higher importance on health and wellbeing, resulting in a new found love for keeping fit, exercising, and enjoying the outdoors. As these new lifestyle choices take priority, leading a healthier way of life is set to continue indefinitely[1].
Connect with nature this Mental Health Awareness Week
People in Oxfordshire are being encouraged to take a step back and try and connect with nature this Mental Health Awareness Week (10 to 16 May 2021).
Funding for OxLEP-backed construction centre – set to play a leading...
Confirmation of a new, innovative green skills centre – one of several schemes to have benefited from funding secured by the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) – has been announced.
OxLEP-backed Local Growth Fund supported project set to further enhance ‘cleaner’...
The Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) have today (27 April) revealed that works on phase one of a new project – set to boost ‘cleaner’ modes of commuting in Oxford, as well as connectivity options in-and-out of the city – continues to make positive progress.