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Opinion
What are the keys to being innovation ready
Technology
Research from Boston Consulting Group shows companies with strong innovation capabilities outperform the broader market
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Who will land the Economy Minister role in Vaughan Gething's new cabinet
Welsh Government
The smart money is on Hefin David, but don't be surprised by a late twist
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Wales needs to unlock the multiple benefits of seaweed
Economy
Wales seems to have the perfect environment to develop a thriving seaweed industry
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Economy Minister Vaughan Gething lauds Welsh exporters
Exports
I'm proud of the dedication of Welsh Government and the forward-looking programmes we have developed to support exporters in Wales,
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Female entrepreneurship is on the rise but more support is needed
International Women's Day
It's important to not only focus on the unique needs and challenges of women-owned firms but to celebrate their successes
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International Women's Day is more than a century old but the battle for women’s equality is far from won
International Women's Day
On International Women's Day associate director of CBI Cymru Katie Spackman says gender equality barriers still need to be addressed
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Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown on the Multibank's expansion into Wales
Swansea Bay City Region
The Cwtch Mawr Multibank will provide items to 40,000 Welsh families in poverty this year.
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New £130m Wales Investment Fund will boost equity investment activity in Wales
Opinion
Equity investment into Welsh SMEs has declined but Bethan Bannister, senior investment manager at the British Business Bank is upbeat on future deal flow.
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The growth of team-based and habitual entrepreneurship
Economy
There is very little focus by policymakers on encouraging or supporting entrepreneurial activity from existing successful founders
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The huge impact of the British Business Bank's Start Up Loans programme in Wales
Deals
Since being launched in 2012 the programme has provide loans to entrepreneurs across Wales of more than £48m.
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Half of elite rugby players could up end with some level of permanent brain impairment
RugbyTalk
For me the battle involves driving through the changes needed to protect our current crop of players both amateur and professional.
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The role model factor in inspiring entrepreneurship
Steven Bartlett
Having an entrepreneur for a parent can increase the likelihood that people will enter entrepreneurship
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The huge economic potential of floating wind farms in the Celtic Sea
Climate Agenda
Managing director, marine, for The Crown Estate, Gus Jaspert, on harnessing growth from new floating wind farms in the Celtic Sea.
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Opinion: Finance should be taught in schools
Finance
In 2024 I have spent the time with the columns listing as many ideas, resolutions and tips to make your finances work for you. Time is money they say, but money is time too.
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How the First Minister contenders match up on business support and the economy
Welsh Government
Professor Dylan Jones-Evans assesses the economic pledges of Vaughan Gething and Jeremy Miles who are vying to become the next First Minister
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How are UK start-up companies financed
Finance
Some 85% of new businesses relied on the founder’s personal capital
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We need a discussion on cutting and not increasing the top rate of tax in Wales
Wales
Radical thinking is needed in Wales if we are to change the economic fortunes of the nation.
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Opinion: Financial advice on how to tackle January debt
Finance
With interest rates at much higher levels than other years, paying down expensive debt is a priority now
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Why we need to look again at a new international airport for Wales and the South West of England
South West
Cardiff and Bristol airports would need to close to support a new international airport handling 20 million passengers annually, says economist Joel Strange
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It really is now or never for a Severn barrage project
Environment
A barrage could help the UK become energy self-sufficient while also acting to mitigate against rising sea levels
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The Post Office scandal has raised questions over the effectiveness of non-executive directors
Post Office
The Post Office scandal serves as a profound lesson in the catastrophic effects of poor leadership and governance
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The Welsh Government's latest budget has dealt a death sentence to many businesses
Welsh Government
Leader of the Welsh Conservatives, Andrew RT Davies, argues that the Labour Welsh Governmentof damaging the fabric of private sector in Wales.
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A thriving private sector key to creating a fairer Wales
Wales
Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth says Wales needs a government that genuinely supports business, putting the conditions in place for SMEs to thrive.
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Like the experience of my late mum in the 1960s access to finance is still an issue for female entrepreneurs
Economy
Some of the issues faced by female entrepreneurs is that the venture capital world tends to be male-dominated
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Welsh Government
Who will land the Economy Minister role in Vaughan Gething's new cabinet
The smart money is on Hefin David, but don't be surprised by a late twist
Technology
What are the keys to being innovation ready
Research from Boston Consulting Group shows companies with strong innovation capabilities outperform the broader market
Who will land the Economy Minister role in Vaughan Gething's new cabinet
Welsh Government
The smart money is on Hefin David, but don't be surprised by a late twist
Wales needs to unlock the multiple benefits of seaweed
Economy
Wales seems to have the perfect environment to develop a thriving seaweed industry
Economy Minister Vaughan Gething lauds Welsh exporters
Exports
I'm proud of the dedication of Welsh Government and the forward-looking programmes we have developed to support exporters in Wales,
Female entrepreneurship is on the rise but more support is needed
International Women's Day
It's important to not only focus on the unique needs and challenges of women-owned firms but to celebrate their successes
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Princess Anne visits North East to open Pragmatic Park microchip factory
The company is planning to create 500 jobs at its bases in Durham and in Cambridge over the next few years
Football Association of Wales post record revenues helped by Qatar World Cup
Wales
With a focus of reinvesting back into the game at all levels the FAW saw revenues climb to £36.2m in its last financial year.
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Food & Drink Wales Cluster Network promotes sustainable practices
Welsh Government
It sees government, industry and academia working hand in hand to tackle common industry problems
Two North East law firms announce office moves amid expansion plans
Offices
Sweeney Miller Law and Knights have expanded into offices in Sunderland and Newcastle respectively
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SMEs adapt recruitment approach to counter cost-of-living pressures
The Skills for Life campaign aims to help SMEs utilise a range of government training and employment schemes
Kitwave seals £21m deal for fellow Northern wholesaler Total Foodservice
Deals
Kitwave has previously said that it would continue to look at acquisitions in its sector
Football Association of Wales post record revenues helped by Qatar World Cup
Wales
With a focus of reinvesting back into the game at all levels the FAW saw revenues climb to £36.2m in its last financial year.
Sunderland wealth manager Fairstone completes acquisition of James Ryan Thornhill
Deals
The deal brings over £110m of assets under management
Two North East law firms announce office moves amid expansion plans
Offices
Sweeney Miller Law and Knights have expanded into offices in Sunderland and Newcastle respectively