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Confidence rising despite challenges

Confidence rising despite challenges

23 May 2022

The latest results of a business confidence survey reveals encouraging signs, despite growing economic concerns.

Multi-million pound power link set to go live

Multi-million pound power link set to go live

20 May 2022

A power-share link between the UK and France - aimed at lowering bills and providing greener energy - will finally be switched on later this month.

Looming recession 'could kill off local businesses'

Looming recession 'could kill off local businesses'

18 May 2022

Soaring inflation could usher in a recession later this year - and the fear many firms may not survive it, warns a Kent business expert.

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£33m broadband boost for 40,000 properties

£33m broadband boost for 40,000 properties

17 May 2022

Tens of thousands of homes and businesses in the county are set for full fibre broadband upgrades as part of a £33m investment.

Deadline looms for Medway awards

Deadline looms for Medway awards

17 May 2022

A leading business event for Medway is urging firms to enter now as the clock ticks down to the deadline for entries.

Firms cash in on £1m investment fund

Firms cash in on £1m investment fund

11 May 2022

A fund to help the growth of 'disruptive technologies' has made its first six-figure investments.

'We need emergency budget now'

'We need emergency budget now'

09 May 2022

A leading business organisation in the county has joined a call for the Chancellor to hold an emergency budget to ease the cost of living crisis.

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Company unveils 'revolutionary' aircraft device

Company unveils 'revolutionary' aircraft device

04 May 2022

One of Kent's top businesses has unveiled a multi-million pound innovation aimed at making flying safer and easier.

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Firms to hike prices due to increasing costs

Firms to hike prices due to increasing costs

03 May 2022

It won't come as a surprise to many, but the majority of Kent firms polled recently said increased costs would be passed onto their customers.

Bosses urged to 'sleep under stars' for charity

Bosses urged to 'sleep under stars' for charity

28 April 2022

Business leaders in the county are being urged to sign-up to a charity event next month designed to raise money and awareness for homeless charities.

MegaGrowth 50 bounces back for 2022

MegaGrowth 50 bounces back for 2022

27 April 2022

A list of the fastest growing companies in the county is making a return for its 19th outing.

Major event's £25m expectations

Major event's £25m expectations

27 April 2022

After a two-year break due to the pandemic, the largest regional business event returns to the county in May.

Hundreds set for summit's return

Hundreds set for summit's return

21 April 2022

One of the county's top networking events returns for its fifth annual outing next week - with 300 delegates expected.

The new Highway Code rule that lets you watch TV but says phones are still illegal

The new Highway Code rule that lets you watch TV but says phones are still illegal

20 April 2022

Just months after some of the biggest changes in its history, The Highway Code is changing again and here's why.

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The tiny life-saving car button drivers know little about

The tiny life-saving car button drivers know little about

15 April 2022

Millions of cars are now fitted with a potentially life-saving button but drivers know very little about the SOS technology.

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Survey reveals majority fear inflationary squeeze

Survey reveals majority fear inflationary squeeze

06 April 2022

A poll of SMEs has revealed many remain anxious at rising costs - while just 4% say Brexit has had a positive impact on them.

Will frosty reception kill off Kent's high-speed ambitions?

Will frosty reception kill off Kent's high-speed ambitions?

05 April 2022

In our special report into 5G masts, we look at whether NIMBYism is holding back communities from being better connected.

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Summit talks net zero funding

Summit talks net zero funding

29 March 2022

A key debate at a leading business event next month will focus on how firms can access funding towards a net zero future.

Landmark building delayed in setback to major project

Landmark building delayed in setback to major project

11 March 2022

The centrepiece of a new innovation park has been delayed amid confusion on how many firms have signed up for the scheme.

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IT boss hails support scheme

IT boss hails support scheme

09 March 2022

The CEO of an IT firm says more firms should look to take advantage of government employment schemes to help youngsters get on the career ladder.

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