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Event to encourage self-employment in the over-50s

Round 3 offshore wind is good news for the South West

RDAs and universities should drive economic growth - Mandelson

100 South West Business Challengers campaign launched

Consultation opens on draft Scheme for Strategic Regional Joint Working

South West set for muted economic recovery

We will work to minimise the impact of the Cadbury closure

RDA backs £12m investment in wave and tidal technology

New berths for sailors competing in Weymouth and Portland for London 2012

Official handover of new £4m RYA Portland House

Dairy expansion will create new jobs

£350,000 boost for new high-tech Devon manufacturing plant

£10 million for Bristol's SPark

Poole Bridge wins funding approval

Cities and regions unite to bring high speed rail to South West and South Wales

Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site to receive major European funding

South West economy expanded at sharper pace in February

South West RDA appoints team to map marine power

Research shows South West faces big challenges in securing widespread fast broadband

Confidence Returning to South West Economy – National Business Survey

Next stage of Wave Hub construction underway

Helping region's businesses through the economic downturn

New Year Honours for board members

RDA offers to meet Morlands protestors

South West RDA welcomes New Era for aerospace manufacturing at Filton, Bristol

Nearly £2 million RDPE funding for regional grain centre

South West RDA to meet protestors at Morlands

Go-ahead for £5m tank farm project on Portland

South West RDA and protestors at Morlands agree way forward

RDA welcomes package of measures to help business

New cider-making centre gaining international reputation

A glimpse into the future at Osprey Quay

St Austell's new residential scheme gets underway

Sustainable energy agency gets cash boost

£500,000 fund to develop new tidal energy technologies

South West RDA agrees to suspend demolition of building at Morlands

James helps Gloucestershire's farmers to benefit from RDPE

£800,000 boost for South Devon College

The South West's low carbon approach

First RDPE grant for Cornish farm

New appointments to South West Science and Industry Council

Pool Innovation Centre lays foundations for growth

Deal signed to regenerate Morlands cottages

Work starts on new £700,000 bottling line for Cornwall's biggest brewer

Long road to recovery for South West England's economy

Sir Harry steps up to the top job

Community forum get focused on 'vision for Chard' at second event

Exeter Science Park public exhibitions

Warning on region's need to encourage science

Region advises Government on how money in the South West should be spent

SWSIC welcomes ring-fencing of science budget

Update on South Bristol link consultation

West at Work support for businesses

South West businesses help build low carbon Britain

Getting to grips with £1 billion investment

Wave Hub chooses Orecon as new device developer

Six regional tourism proposals pass the first hurdle

St Austell celebrates £3.7m Civic Pride scheme

Testing, testing... first public display event to give Chard's public chance to comment on town vision

Review of the Agency's budgets

Solutions for Business to help companies succeed

Independent report shows economic impact of RDA investments

New loan fund for South West businesses

Choice cheese-maker to increase production

Sue has a crisp idea for Cornish spuds

RDA welcomes budget's focus on skills and green economy

It's never been more important to take action on Climate Change

RDA welcomes Government's study into Marine Energy

St Austell redevelopment secures top award

Reappointment to Board of South West Regional Development Agency

Creative SW businesses set to benefit from new funding scheme

New community facilities are royally received in Princetown

RDA Board approve budget in principle

Planning application submitted for low carbon homes on Portland

South West RDA announces £¼ billion investment package for next two years

RDA clarifies its position on potential funding for North Devon College

Princess Yachts Superyachts to be built in naval base

New opportunities for expanding Portland Marina tenant

The Queen Accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh Visit The Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy

RDA Chairman recognised in Queen's Birthday Honours

Two RDA projects scoop success at awards

The Royal visit is now online

The countdown begins... 17 weeks and counting!

Big expansion of Arts Higher Education in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

Team Devon launch Action Plan

Spirit of the Sea Maritime Festival 09 Looks Set for Success

£10m boost for South West marine energy research

South West RDA invests £1.7m to retain the region's talent

RDAs support Tourism for All's launch of OpenBritain, the new national guide to accessible accommodation for disabled pe

First bottles roll off St Austell Brewery's new

£2.2 million to support under represented entrepreneurs start business

Low Carbon Economy - Live Webinar tomorrow (Wednesday 15th July)

RDA Low Carbon comment piece

South West named global leader for marine energy

Imerys gains Government green light for Clay Country Eco-town project

Brixham Regeneration

Aardman exhibition will strengthen Bristol's reputation as a creative hub

Low carbon homes approved for Portland

Rail upgrade could boost economy by £120 million, says RDA

Region forges ahead with 'green' industrial revolution

£12 million boost to kick start new community near Exeter

Call for South West manufacturers to collaborate for award

£500,000 to support silicon design in the South West

First shops completed at White River Place

South West showcases the best of hi-tech research and manufacturing

Loan fund approves first investment

South West electrical specialists win £1 million wave hub contract

Vision for Bridgwater launched

Business confidence returning to South West

Plymouth City Development Company names new Senior Management Team

Lord Mandelson announces Government's investment in Airbus

Quay secures marine engineering leader

Pool Innovation Centre sets excellent environmental standard

Wave Hub seeks general manager

South West RDA agrees way forward with Red Brick Building Group

It's a 'go' for new Flybe Training Academy!

Royal seal of approval for Princetown regeneration projects

Healthy livestock open for training bids

Last chance to apply for Wave Hub Manager position

Our 2008-9 Annual Review

Loan fund appoints new Fund Managers

South West firms urged to apply for Queen's Awards 2010

Work starts on low carbon homes at Osprey Quay on Portland

Wanted - pilot schemes to tackle rural broadband not-spots

Further boost to South West marine energy research

Partnership paves way for regeneration

£11.2 million for Gloucester city centre regeneration

Work starts on new factory at Morlands

£1 million for new Stonehenge visitor centre to boost local economy

Fund will support rural services

BBC Director-General pledges South West will be a world leader in natural history for generations to come

Physio treatment down on the farm

Bristol's economy in good position

Government agencies join forces to offer free advice and grants to farmers

Science City Bristol hosts national Science Summit

Gloucestershire hosts international food and drink tour

Engineers start Wave Hub drilling operation

Low carbon will save our economy, as well as our planet - Bank of England economist advises Exeter conference

Technical centre of excellence for the South West

RDA economist says the timing of government spending cuts is crucial

£4 million for Bridgwater's Energy Skills Centre

Wave Hub construction underway

Leader for Wave Hub project appointed

New dockside campus for Gloucestershire College boosts local economy by up to £15 million

Bath firm's new invention to prevent toxic leaks commended by Carbon Trust

South West RDA invests £134K in deep sea engineering

Cornwall shows strongest level of growth in South West economy

Legacy Trust UK approve proposals for 2012 Olympic celebrations in South West

Business needs radical transformation to embrace climate change opportunities

Fifteen Cornwall Celebrates Graduation of Second Group of Apprentices

Regeneration in Bideford takes a step forward

South West 'Dragon's Den' announces record figures

Government's green energy plan offers business opportunities for South West

Making work a greener place

£3 million boost for Upland farmers

City Development Company to be set up

Find out more about Morlands

New media centre in Knowle West gains funding deal

£2.6 million funding for neighbourhood centre's final phase

Brixham fishmarket development in sight

£1.1m for Dorset to take advantage of London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games

Consortium call for support from Government

Disabled people offered a LIFT to greater independence!

Funding approved for 600 job industrial estate

The Games are just 2012 days away!

South West Companies Show High Tech R&D Expertise to Texan Investors

£8.6 million investment in Brixham regeneration

Connecting Bristol, the city's bid to win £7million in the Government's national Digital Challenge competition is being

Osprey Quay plans to be unveiled at public exhibition

Ivybridge gets green light for £4m landmark community project

Morlands' exhibition well received

Bristol going for gold

Upcoming event: UK MEDIA Roadshow: 16 March 2007

Happy Birthday, Beacon South West!

Have you helped to create the most enterprising place in South West England?

Discovering Bristol Science City

South West RDA supports Tank Museum development project

Food Conference on Waste Reduction - Overwhelming Success!

Plymouth park and ride terminal officially opened

Sutton Harbour and the RDA back Plymouth bid for Transat 2008-2012

Duke of York opens £4.75m St Austell business park

Porritt & Smit to lead sustainability debate at Eden

RDA takes Wave Hub to Brussels

Minister for the third sector visits South West social enterprises

Gloucester steps towards delivering City Centre vision

Whitminster villagers to finally get their new-look hall

Plans move on at pace for Osprey Quay

Consul-General strengthens US/UK business ties

Wave Hub seeks more developers

Service sector dominating regional output

National Council for Graduate Entrpreneurship rallies South West's student and Graduate Entrepreneurs

Retail confidence boost for Docks

Residents are invited to Locking Parklands meeting

Search on for South West sporting heroes

Leadership leads the way

Region's reaction to Airbus announcement

£6 million for 'green' business centre

UK School Games coming to the West

RDA Board backs Plymouth's plans for growth

London 2012 provides business openings

A meeting of minds: Danish ambassador to visit the region

Somerset College grows the next generation of entrepreneurs in creative industries

A Local Solution for Manufacturers

Hidcote to grow its own gardeners

'We'll support drive for greater accountability', says RDA

Sunseeker agrees expansion plans at Osprey Quay, Portland UK

South West RDA welcomes Climate Change Bill

Companies shortlisted to develop innovative leisure centre scheme

South West RDA welcomes Minister's green energy support

Businesses must drive the skills agenda

Tavy Business Centre officially opens

South West to host major cruise industry event

Business goes green

RDA boss supports entrepreneurs

What is the State of the South West?

Climate change: rural opportunity or challenge?

Regions can deliver crucial infrastructure

London 2012 legacy for region

Race begins for Olympic Park infrastructure opportunities

The Blackfriars Project: a creative quarter for Gloucester

Norton Radstock Regeneration gets green light

Council secures over £1/2 million funding for Tiverton town centre enhancement

Ivybridge library tender goes to Midas

Planning application sees Weymouth and Portland sail towards Gold

2012 cultural Olympiad moves up a gear as plans to create regional 'creative programmers' are unveiled

Olympic coach to develop tourism leaders in the South West

£11 million boost for businesses in Torbay

Developers get cracking at Knightstone

South West of England Regional Development Agency Introduces HR Software

The countdown is on for oil tank demolition!

Enterprising Britain 2007 - Last call for entries

Computer Aid International reaches new milestone thanks to government agency donating over 200 PCs

Strategy could do more for economy

Composites advance in Bristol

MEP Chichester praises work of RISE

Berkeley's plans to attract more visitors

Flexible working laws mean business

Share the success and help build the West of England

Region's sporting assets promoted to world audience

Peninsula Enterprise selected as Business Link provider

Incubating Success

Plymouth Summer Festival unveils spectacular three-month events programme

RDA invests £1.6m in Taunton's floodplain scheme, supporting town's regeneration and the environment

London 2012 seeking the UK's 'Olympic Spirit'

South West export growth higher than UK average

New organic spelt mill is one of a kind

£21.5m investment for Wave Hub

Crediton Town Square: official opening Monday 7 May

Developer for first Littlecombe homes announced

Salisbury Plain Home to Additional 3,500 Troops

South West Entrepreneur wins a slice of the business pie

New landmark bridge to span Gloucester Canal

Cheers! Cider farm toasts new venture

Wave Hub names fourth developer

First plans for Locking Parklands submitted

Schools in South West England can now register online for resources, materials and events

New eventing yard launched in Cotswolds

New resource to help deliver sustainable developments across the region

£3.3m office scheme underway at Beacon Technology Park

City leaders meet Devonport Dockyard's new owners

Minister endorses South West England's biomedical expertise

'Major step forward' for region's planning process

Littlecombe comes top of the agenda

£2 million rural Devon programme launched today

South West RDA response to Energy White Paper

New Community Awards for St Pauls Unsung Heroes

Somerset's rural renaissance

Preferred contractor chosen for quayside transformation

The Trail of Gloucester goes worldwide

South West England needs you

South West Food and Drink and the South West Chamber of Rural Enterprise Join Forces in Darts Farm

Knowle West is Most Enterprising Place in South West England

Historic Morlands building goes on sale

South West Food and Drink Appoint New Board Members

National campaign set to attract businesses to Locking Parklands

Cotswold businesswomen form support group after successful course

South West England home to first EADS research centre in UK

It's the first straw! Firefighters help build Knowle West Media Centre

South West England is the Name of the Game

Business relocates to Forest to expand

Olympics Minister Tessa Jowell visits 2012 sailing venue

Wanted: manager to secure a golden 2012 legacy for Dorset

Green energy champion gets cash boost

Sweet smell of business success for chocolate artist Prudence

Oilmills - work begins in August

Innovative business units set to expand in Torbay

Easier access to business advice for small firms in the South West

Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves

Sunseeker First at Osprey Quay

£3.4 million boost for Appledore's fishing industry

Creative Economy Summit Discusses Sector Challenges

Major new investment keeps prospects for Bristol Arena on track

'Tell us what you think' says council as Civic Pride proposals go on public display

Weymouth & Portland Olympic Sailing Plans on Course with Planning Approval

Government approves final phase of funding for St Austell town centre

New sustainable checklist launched

EU Commissioner hails South West innovation as model for cohesion policy

Budding entrepreneurs rise to Somerset's Food and Drink Challenge

New strategy sets out Torbay's economic future

Somerset Company researches unmanned flight

Village Postmistress' plans to expand to save PO

Green business investment boost from RDA

St Pauls launches ambitious plan to transform area

South West RDA invests £2.5m in 'greener' aircraft engine technology

Award-winning company helps shape Blackfriars' future

Outcome of Major Review Announced

Surviving and recovering from the floods

Seacore prepares for Falmouth move

£2 million business recovery fund following flooding chaos

Transport white paper on right track but region awaits detail

South West of England Regional Development Agency helps boost region's economy

RDA helps Devon marine businesses 'go green'

Village Post Office expands for the future

£8.4million pound funding in the bag for Brixham

Huge benefits to be gained from ICT

Firms respond to £2 million business recovery fund

Major step forward for St Austell regeneration

Crowe lands 2012 Creative Programmer post

2012 Roadshow rolls into Newquay

Innovative new programme to Improve Language Skills of Overseas Nationals (OSN)

Gloucestershire tourism recovery package announced

John Hutton MP meets Gloucestershire businesses to assess recovery following flood chaos

Advertising £2 million support for local business

Gordon Brown inspects Osprey Quay development

Villagers cooking up success at new clubhouse

Connecting South West partnership helps 21,000 businesses take up broadband

Gloucestershire businesses get help after the floods

Four gates childcare plans receive massive £671,000 boost

Thousands attend South West 2012 Roadshow

Business leaders assess region's economy after Surrey foot-and-mouth outbreak

Preview images of the Gloucestershire recovery campaign, due to launch on bank holiday weekend, have been revealed

Plymouth wins bid to host the start of the Transat 2008

Deadline approaches for Northover Mill bids

Gloucestershire businesses attract visitors with Autumn breaks

Swedish Power Brand Shares Sustainability Secrets

New term, new challenge

Gloucester Docks to host Tall Ships Festival

£200,000 boost for North Devon enterprise project

St Austell cinema handed over for demolition

2012 chief tours South West

RDA strengthens its senior team

Local companies urged to help 'Build the West of England'

Blackfriars to open its doors after more than 50 years

Government go-ahead for Wave Hub project

Regional ICT firms set to benefit from innovative research scheme

Get set for Enterprise Week

Fifteen Cornwall to cook up a storm at Labour Party conference

RDA Appoints new European Programmes Director

£150K Support for South West Farmers

2012 South West Creative Programmer officially unveiled

Gloucester Docks to host Tall Ships Festival

Tesco Preferred Developer for Brixham Town Centre

South West could lead tidal power revolution

Campaign announced as flood recovery scheme hits £1 million landmark

Launch of Local Action for rural communities

Fifteen Cornwall Apprentices at Labour Party Reception

Technology workshop attracts industry champions

South Bristol Nursery Gets Funding Boost

Gloucester last port of call for Historic Ship?

KWMC Topping Out Ceremony

South West RDA response to CSR announcement

A Boost for Creative Businesses

Communities looking for a share of £28 million

Gloucester Docks to host Tall Ships Festival

Enterprising women boost South West economy

Rock solid start to £21m Portland Marina

West at Work hopes for a taste of sweet success

St Austell cinema roof comes off

2012 provides South West education inspiration

Maltings Improvement Moves One Step Closer

Local group wins bid to transform derelict mill at Morlands

Bob Dylan gets Bristol talking about climate change

Sustainably restored - Great Bow Wharf opens its doors to all

Joint Approach to Secure Town's Employment Future

Milestone for Torbay as work starts at White Rock

West at Work turns up the heat on the skills agenda

Shop your way to a top job

The future of Salisbury as seen in Exeter

West at Work turns the heat up on skills

'Taking off' into world leading markets

South West RDA Annual Public Meeting 2007

Study looks at future of River Biss

Foreign investment in South West England on the rise

South West's Creative Vision Receives International Recognition

University zone in on artistic and creative talent

A Blueprint for Sustainable Development

Climate change expert comes to Exeter

Catalyst Funding for Bristol's Digital Creativity

Leading the way in maritime research

SWAIN Celebrates its £15 million Investment Success

Industry Supports the Principles of the Taunton Protocol

Plans unveiled for £50 million centre of clinical excellence for Plymouth

New investment kick-starts preparation of Temple Quarter site

2012 legacy trust offers £1.61 million

Ship section craned into Marine Skills Centre

£30 million leisure and tourism development for Osprey Quay

ICT: where do we go from here?

Sir Robin sails off with BBC Award

Symes Avenue re-development wins prestigious award

Hillbrooks launch luxury ice cream and sorbet-making enterprise

Sports car production comes to Redruth

Making Science Work 2007

Regional Alarm as Stonehenge By-Pass Scrapped

Readers to have their say in new home for Morlands Gates

University unveils next phase of hi tech business support

Falmouth Marine Skills Centre welcomes first trainees

Foundations laid for new St Austell cinema

New orcharding centre will help revive ancient fruit

Bristol Arena will not go ahead

South West England ICT companies gaining recognition

An Arena for Bristol - but not at any cost!

RDA Welcomes investment to strengthen ICT Services in Cornwall

Official opening of The Exchange

A Happy Christmas for Brixham

Regional economy continues to make good progress

New local signing for Osprey Quay development

RDA welcomes Airbus announcement and future role for GKN

World class science park takes another step

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