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Blueprint to boost growth on track

Blueprint to boost growth on track

11 January 2022

The first stage of a major project to identify the skill needs of the county's firms has been completed.

Big names at free virtual briefing

Big names at free virtual briefing

10 January 2022

Business leaders in Kent can register to attend a free virtual briefing this week which will include an economic forecast from the Bank of England.

Park's delight as dozens of firms move in

Park's delight as dozens of firms move in

07 January 2022

An innovation park has smashed its expected target for new tenants over the last 12 months.

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Firm unveils world's first refillable toothpaste dispenser

Firm unveils world's first refillable toothpaste dispenser

06 January 2022

A fully recyclable product for your bathroom has been developed by a Kent firm and goes on sale soon.

Major business awards put on ice for 2022

Major business awards put on ice for 2022

04 January 2022

The Kent Excellence in Business Awards - better known as KEiBA - is to take a year off in 2022, organisers have confirmed.

Hop firm raises a glass as revenues rocket

Hop firm raises a glass as revenues rocket

04 January 2022

A company which is helping boost the brewing industry is seeing revenues rise dramatically.

'Eyesore' 5G mast sparks controversy

'Eyesore' 5G mast sparks controversy

29 December 2021

Plans to instal a 65ft tall telecoms pole in a 'rural setting' just yards away from people's homes has sparked an angry response from some residents.

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New law will curb online abuse and harassment

New law will curb online abuse and harassment

14 December 2021

Here's everything you need to know about the government's new law that will crackdown on online harassment, abuse and cyberbullying.

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Omicron forces event to be pushed back three months

Omicron forces event to be pushed back three months

07 December 2021

Organisers of one of the county's leading business events have changed the date to April amid growing concerns over the Covid variant.

Hi-tech drone images to help preserve castle

Hi-tech drone images to help preserve castle

06 December 2021

A conservation scheme has used drones to create a detailed digital picture of one of the county's best-loved cultural landmarks.

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Will Spotify's annual round-up of your music delight or shame?

Will Spotify's annual round-up of your music delight or shame?

30 November 2021

It's that time of year when Spotify unveils our individual rundown of what we've been listening to all year - what will it say about you?

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Hydrogen summit 'a huge success'

Hydrogen summit 'a huge success'

29 November 2021

Experts in the county gathered recently to discuss the latest developments to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

£1m fund to help grow scientific research

£1m fund to help grow scientific research

25 November 2021

A leading horticultural research centre is to capitalise on more funding from the charitable trust which supports it.

Revealed: Kent's 100 fastest growing firms

Revealed: Kent's 100 fastest growing firms

24 November 2021

The Sustainable Growth 100, a rundown of firms which have seen sustained growth over the last four years has been published for the first time.

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All new buildings in England must add electric car charge points from 2022

All new buildings in England must add electric car charge points from 2022

22 November 2021

New homes, shops and work places, as well as buildings under going major renovation, will have to add electric car charge points from next year.

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Female entrepreneurs to get dedicated support

Female entrepreneurs to get dedicated support

22 November 2021

A scheme has been launched to help unlock £250bn of potential from female entrepreneurs.

'You don't have to look boyish to be a scientist'

'You don't have to look boyish to be a scientist'

22 November 2021

A Kent chemist is calling for girls to follow their dreams and pursue a career in science, technology, engineering or mathematics.

'Fifth of firms cannot afford to pay back Covid loans'

'Fifth of firms cannot afford to pay back Covid loans'

19 November 2021

A survey of business owners has revealed many are unable to afford to pay back government-backed Covid loans.

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Power firm relocates 200 staff

Power firm relocates 200 staff

17 November 2021

A global firm has moved its regional base - and all 200 staff - out of its long-time home.

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Voucher scheme to help Covid recovery

Voucher scheme to help Covid recovery

17 November 2021

SMEs in the county have the chance to apply for vouchers up to £1,000 to boost their digital growth.

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