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PR Opportunity

18/01/2012

National glossy looking for case study Continue reading...

Discounted advertising in The Lady

11/11/2011

WiRE Members have the opportunity to get 50% off WiRE members get 50% off in the classified section of The Lady Magazine Continue reading...

New funding for start-up and small businesses.

03/08/2011

The Marches LEP has just released a really useful document outlining new funding opportunities Continue reading...

Apprenticeships in Rural Enterprise.

27/07/2011

Apprenticeships as a key pathway in training and developing people and growing your business Continue reading...

HMRC launches 'web robot' to search out tax cheats

22/06/2011

HMRC is to launch a new tax evasion campaign using "cutting edge" measures to identify people and businesses Continue reading...

New WiRE Network

05/04/2011

New South Staffs & Severn Valley network will be launch at Patshull Park on April 12th Continue reading...

PR Opportunity

06/01/2011

Inspired by Stella English, who recently won The Apprentice having grown up on a council estate and left school Continue reading...

National PR Opportunity

08/11/2010

Looking for developing rural businesses - Deadline 11th November Continue reading...

5 FREE Business Advice 18 -19 November

05/11/2010

The Prince's Trust is staging five events during Global Entrepreneurship Week, offering free advice for businesses and enterprising young people across Derbyshire,... Continue reading...

Only 10% of firms update websites regularly

26/08/2010

Only one in ten small firms update their websites on a daily basis and many small business owners are Continue reading...

Women in Science & Technology Conference

06/08/2010

The UKRC's Women Mean Business conference for women in science, engineering and technology, 12 October 2010, London. Continue reading...

Search for Individuals with a Passion and an Idea

06/08/2010

Start-up Awards  of £2,500, UnLtd Engage is looking for 30 entrepreneurial individuals Continue reading...

UK Tourism on Rise

03/08/2010

UK Tourism is set to rise by 60% according to a report commissioned by Visit Britian. Continue reading...

Calling all Cornish Businesses

21/07/2010

If you are a small business, or if you work from home in Cornwall then have your say on workhub space and complete the following questionnaires. Continue reading...

Mary Portas Masterclasses

20/07/2010

The National Skills Academy has developed some retail masterclasses with Mary Portas they cover business Continue reading...

FSB Business Advice Day - 22nd June 2010 - Drayton Manor

15/06/2010

Do you or someone you know need advice on starting up a business? Continue reading...

Business Mums Conference - South East

10/06/2010

Business Mums Conference 2010- South East Tuesday 5th October 2010, Brighton Continue reading...

Trading Places

10/06/2010

15th June, 2010 @ 6.30pm Holywell Park Conference Centre, Holywell Park, Loughborough University LE11 3TU Continue reading...

Be the voice of Food & Consumer issues with the WFU

09/06/2010

New Food and Farming Consumer Group Continue reading...

English Vineyards Rising

28/05/2010

The number of wine vineyard in England and Wales has increased by 20% since 2008 according to statistics relased by the Food Standards Agency. There are now 380 vineyard in... Continue reading...

'Staycation' is here to stay say Visit England

27/05/2010

England saw an 18 per cent increase in the number of holiday trips taken. Continue reading...

More restaurants offer Snacks

26/05/2010

According to a survey by Mintel the number of restaurants offering snacks on their menus is increasing. To read the full article click Continue reading...

Vintage Fashion London, 16 May 2010

13/05/2010

The Vintage Fashion Fair features exhibitors of vintage clothing and accessories Continue reading...

Business News

Advice and guidance on the social web - South Wales

21/06/2011

Advice and guidance on the social web - Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion. Continue reading...

Business Advice Open Day - Melton Mowbray

02/03/2011

Brooksby Melton College, Thursday 10th March 2011 Continue reading...

South West Region Events

01/03/2011

Below is a selection of events taking place in the South West Region up to the end of March. Continue reading...

Leicester Women in Business - Training Diary March to August

15/02/2011

Have you thought about starting your own business? Or have a hobby that you’d like to make an income from? Continue reading...

Yorkshire Dales Local Food Map

15/02/2011

Rose Regeneration are working with Craven Council for Voluntary Services (CVS) and the Yorkshire Dales LEADER Local Action Group (see www. Continue reading...

Events taking place in the South West Region up to the middle of March

11/02/2011

A selection of events taking place in the South West Region up to the middle of March. Continue reading...

Defra publish new Green Claims Guidance to help companies describe the environmental credentials of their products in a way that people find easier to understand.

08/02/2011

The Guidance is designed to help consumers make more informed judgements about what they buy, prevent misleading claims and encourage the development of greener products. Continue reading...

4 out of 10 unaware of withdrawal of Cheque Guarantee Card Scheme on 30th June this year

08/02/2011

With less than six months to go until the closure of the Cheque Guarantee Card Scheme, Continue reading...

Enterprise Events in South West Wales

04/02/2011

Events in South West Wales around Exploring Enterprise/Rural enterprise. Continue reading...

South West Region Events up to the middle of February

11/01/2011

A selection of events taking place in the South West Region up to the middle of February... Continue reading...

BT Announces Rural Community Winners of Broadband

06/01/2011

Six rural communities that took part in a competition held by BT have won superfast broadband upgrades to their Continue reading...

Events in South West Region up to end of January

16/12/2010

A list of events taking place in the South West Region up to the end of January.  These are hosted by different organisations and, if you are interested in attending any... Continue reading...

Lancashire Business View Red Rose Awards – Call for entries now underway!

16/12/2010

The Lancashire Business View has launched the inaugural Red Rose Awards, rewarding and recognising businesses that have not only survived but thrived in incredibly challenging... Continue reading...

Social Media Conference & PR Events 2011 - North West

16/12/2010

Insight Eleven, The Studio, The Hive, Manchester: Friday 14 January 2011, Some Comms Conference, The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester: Thursday 3 March 2011,  Continue reading...

Business Training - South West

09/12/2010

List of Business Training for the South West area in December. Continue reading...

Creativity and Innovation in Micro-Enterprises - Wales

09/12/2010

Creativity and innovation networks bring together business owners from all sectors to provide opportunities Continue reading...

Staffordshire University is launching its new Business & Networking Club

12/11/2010

The Business School at Staffordshire University is launching its new Business & Networking Club on Tuesday 7th December 2010.  ... Continue reading...

Events taking place in the South West Region

10/11/2010

A selection of events taking place in the South West Region up to the middle of December. Continue reading...

BIAC Rural Planning Division Conference

15/09/2010

Thursday 7th October 2010Stoneleigh Park, WarwickshireThis conference will appeal to a wide range of rural businesses, focusing specially on... Continue reading...

Agenda for change: releasing the economic potential of England’s rural areas

09/09/2010

Rural England is making a major contribution to the nation’s economic recovery Continue reading...

Change the Way You Think About International Trade - South West

15/04/2010

WorldWide Women Empowering Women - Powering International Trade FREE 1-Day Taster - Tuesday 25th May 2010 Continue reading...

The NextWomen Pitching & Networking Evening

14/04/2010

The NextWomnen Pitching & Networking Evening - 26 April, 2010, Monday, April 26, 2010 from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Loyens & Loeff in the City (near Bank),  London  -... Continue reading...

Business waste - are you green, lean and legal? - Surrey

14/04/2010

It’s not always easy to keep up with the latest laws surrounding disposal of your business waste, but did you know that you’re risking a fine if you take it home or to the... Continue reading...

First Women Awards

08/04/2010

The First Women Awards celebrate trailblazing and pioneering women, who are in business, genuine "glass ceiling breakers". The awards aim to unearth women whose... Continue reading...

Barclays Business Take One Small Step Competition £50,000 prize money to boost your business idea

08/04/2010

The aim of the Barclays Business Take One Small Step Competition is to find people with ambition, passion and, most importantly, a great business idea. Continue reading...

Member News

Food Business Opportunity- Stoke on Trent

17/02/2012

A member business is in the process of submitting a tender for catering services at a... Continue reading...

Opportunity to exhibit at Christmas Fayre!

29/11/2011

Christmas Fayre at Keele University this Firday (2nd) from 2-4. Would you like to exhibit? Continue reading...

The Pink and Sparkly Ball

11/10/2011

Staffordshire Breakthrough group for Breast Cancer request the pleasure of your company at "The Pink and Sparky Ball" Continue reading...

Baby & Children's Table Top Sale

09/09/2011

Do you have a business related to children wares? Continue reading...

Leverage for business

22/06/2011

The Ludlow WiRE Network is holding its next meeting on Tuesday 27th June 2011 at 7pm at The Charlton Arms at Ludford Bridge in Ludlow giving you the opportunity to learn about... Continue reading...

Location, Location, Location!

10/02/2011

The Ludlow WiRE Network is holding its next meeting on Tuesday 22nd  February 2011 at 7pm at The Charlton Arms at Ludford Continue reading...

How Social Media Can Help Market Your Business

11/01/2011

The Ludlow WiRE Network is holding its next meeting on Tuesday 25th January 2011 at 7pm at The Charlton Arms at Ludford BridgeContinue reading...

Explore your Business Personality

16/11/2010

The Ludlow WiRE Network is holding its next meeting on Tuesday Continue reading...

WiRE Members Event.

22/10/2010

Festive Food and Wine tasting, Monday 29th November. Continue reading...

The Benefits of Online Marketing for Businesses

19/10/2010

The Ludlow WiRE Network is holding its next meeting on Tuesday 26 October 2010 at 7pm at The Charlton Arms at Ludford Continue reading...

Business Knowledge is Key

21/09/2010

The Ludlow WiRE Network will be holding its next meeting at The Charlton Arms in Ludlow on... Continue reading...

Request for Interviewees

07/09/2010

How do e-newsletters help your business? Continue reading...

Love Dressmaking - Apron Workshop

19/08/2010

  Come and enjoy a creative sewing day and make beautiful fabric into a fabulous... Continue reading...

WiRE Awarded Best Stand at Cheshire Show

03/08/2010

Congratulations to our Cheshire WiRE Network who where awarded 'Best Stand' at the Nantwich Show last week. It is the second time the group have won this award. Continue reading...

WiRE Wiltshire working with FSB

03/08/2010

Wiltshire Women in Rural Enterprise (WiRE) Network Group has invited Kennet Branch of the FSB to their social networking... Continue reading...

Are you a young Entrepreneur?

30/07/2010

Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2010- entries now open! Continue reading...

Launch day of Red Shift Radio

29/07/2010

Red Shift radio- bringing communities together. Continue reading...

Are you trying to find a member of your family?

29/07/2010

Has your search gone cold? Or do you just not know where to begin? You may be a birth parent, adopted person, a separated sibling, estranged parent or someone who has grown up... Continue reading...

WIRE Member Makes Top Five in Progressive Practice Competition

28/07/2010

Cheapaccounting.co.uk have just been nominated in the top 5 of the Accounting Web, Progressive Practice Awards 2010 Continue reading...

Stands Available Harper Adams Farmers Market

20/07/2010

Harper Adams University College will be hosting a Farmers Market in September in Newport Shropshire Continue reading...

Motivation is Key for Business

20/07/2010

The Ludlow WiRE Network will be holding its next meeting at The Charlton Arms in Ludlow on Tuesday, 27 July at 7pm.    Continue reading...

WiRE- July 2010 Newsletter

08/07/2010

Here is the July Newsletter. Please note that there is NOT an August newsletter but please do continue to send Tory your news, events and offers so that the September newsletter... Continue reading...

Blooming Green Open Day - Kent

07/07/2010

WiRE member Jen Stuart-Smith from Blooming Green is having an Open Day on Saturday 24th July, 10am till 4pm. You can take a wander around their plot, enjoy a cup of tea in the... Continue reading...

WiRE Members' Open Day

18/06/2010

3 of our members invite you all along to a family fun open day! Continue reading...

LLAMA TREKKING AND WINE TASTING FOR FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS

10/06/2010

Lichfield’s WiRE members will be trekking with llama’s and tasting Buzzard Continue reading...