Gloucestershire Business News

14 March 2024

‘The One about Evolution’ – GFirst LEP’s Final Event

We were delighted to welcome guests from across Gloucestershire on Tuesday evening, who joined us for the final time at The School of Business and Technology at The University of Gloucestershire

22 February 2024

GFirst LEP - 'The One about Evolution'

We would love for you to join us at GFirst LEP's final event.

31 January 2024

Sale of SGS Berkeley Campus to bring economic prosperity to the region

South Gloucestershire & Stroud College (SGS) is embarking on a transformative journey by signing Heads of Terms for a strategic disposal of their Gloucestershire Science and Technology Park at SGS Berkeley to a preferred bidder, Chiltern Vital Group (CVG).

22 November 2023

A seamless transition for GFirst LEP, "Evolution not extinction"

The roles and responsibilities of GFirst LEP, Gloucestershire’s Local Enterprise Partnership, will transfer to Gloucestershire County Council from April 2024.

2 November 2023

Planning submitted for £1bn project at the heart of the UK’s Technology and Cyber ambitions

Planning has been submitted for Cheltenham’s Golden Valley Development, the £1bn project at the heart of the Government’s National Cyber Strategy and the UK’s newest Innovation District.

10 October 2023

GFirst LEP: Net Zero Conference 2023

GFirst LEP and The Growth Hub are excited to bring you another inspiring Net Zero Conference this November!

5 September 2023

We are Made in Gloucestershire

We are Made in Gloucestershire. Your new destination to find incredible local food and drink, that’s truly made in Gloucestershire. The home of hidden gems that you won’t find anywhere else and so much more than the Old Spot and Double Gloucester.

8 August 2023

End of an era and the start of a new chapter...

Friday saw confirmation that Government core funding for LEPs will end in March next year which means things are changing at GFirst LEP - Gloucestershire's Local Enterprise Partnership

2 August 2023

Have your say on Gloucestershire’s economy

Residents and businesses are being invited to give their views on what priorities they would like to see included in a new economic strategy for Gloucestershire.

20 July 2023

Evaluation of LEP Growth Hubs published

An independent evaluation of the LEP Growth Hubs programme has been published this week by central Government.

13 July 2023

Gloucestershire's Top 100 Businesses Announced

The Top 100 Businesses in Gloucestershire 2023 was recently announced.

13 July 2023

South West Investment Fund launch £200 million growth fund

The £200m South West Investment Fund, aimed at fostering growth and prosperity for small businesses across the region has been launched today by the British Business Bank.