Gloucestershire Business News

Catch up on all the latest news from GFirst LEP, including information about new projects, charity initiatives, and up-to-date industry insight.

21 July 2022

Four new Innovation Labs to be opened by Gloucestershire Libraries

Based in Stroud, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury and Chipping Campden libraries, the Labs offer accessible, creative community spaces for people of all ages and abilities to get hands-on with digital technology.

21 July 2022

Apply for a grant of up to £50,000 for innovations in Net Zero and Healthcare

You can apply for up to £50,000 for highly innovative ideas that have a clear route to commercialisation through business growth.

21 July 2022

First 25 members have joined Made in Gloucestershire

Local food and drink producers, hospitality venues, cafes and caterers are invited to join the new scheme from GFirst LEP.

20 July 2022

We’re hiring! Business Engagement Project Manager for Anchor Institutions

Could you be our new Business Engagement Project Manager for Anchor Institutions?

14 July 2022

Invest in Gloucestershire launches new Advanced Engineering & Manufacturing proposition

The Invest in Gloucestershire initiative has showcased that the county is set to be at the centre of global green and digital innovation with the launch of a new Advanced Engineering & Manufacturing proposition.

13 July 2022

Iconic Umbrella Project comes to Cheltenham for the first time

A colourful display of umbrellas has been suspended above Cheltenham’s High Street on the Strand to help raise awareness of neurodiversity. Cheltenham BID is working with the ADHD Foundation Neurodiversity Charity to bring this iconic installation to Cheltenham for the first time.

13 July 2022

Innovate UK Young Innovators Competition to win £5,000 grant

Innovate UK is on the hunt for innovators who could benefit from a business boosting support package including £5,000 and expert advice designed to evolve your idea into a brilliant business.

13 July 2022

Update from GFirst LEP Business Groups

GFirst LEP’s 10 business groups are a representation of Gloucestershire industries, working towards a strong economic future for the county.

12 July 2022

Cheltenham Borough Council Officially Appoints HBD X Factory as Development Partner for The Golden Valley Development

On Tuesday 12th July, Cheltenham Borough Council has announced that HBD X Factory has now been formally appointed as the development partner to assist in delivering the first phase of the £1bn Golden Valley Development (GVD) located in Cheltenham at the heart of the UK’s Cyber community.

7 July 2022

Hartpury's pioneering Digital Innovation Farm 'Tech Box Park’ officially opens

A ribbon-cutting ceremony has been performed at Hartpury to formally mark the opening of its new £2 million Tech Box Park.

4 July 2022

GFirst LEP launches new ‘Made in Gloucestershire’ initiative

Championing the county’s best food and drink, Made in Gloucestershire is flying the flag for local producers. Made in Gloucestershire is a new initiative from GFirst LEP – Gloucestershire’s Local Enterprise Partnership and is backed by an impressive array of partner organisations.

28 June 2022

Gloucestershire’s SMEs are committed to working towards Net Zero says survey

In partnership with GFirst LEP, The Growth Hub launched Gloucestershire’s Net Zero survey to better understand the challenges local SMEs are facing.

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