by Molly Power | Apr 4, 2014 | News
Four important island employers spoke up in support of the school, explaining how it is an integral part of their strategy to build the future workforce of the island. Dominic Ward, General Manager of Parlex Europe spoke of how he actively recruits young people...
by Molly Power | Apr 4, 2014 | News
The new categories of discretionary relief were announced by the government in December, among measures to assist businesses. Although the measures are discretionary, they are in line with the council’s priorities of growing the economy and tourism – and...
by Molly Power | Apr 4, 2014 | Lottery news, News
Olu Irele-Domingo, founder of Shoes An’ Stuff, is celebrating a £5,000 loan from the Isle Of Wight Lottery. He’s opening a new retail shop at 62 Ryde High Street and he’s also selling fashion footwear online. “I want to do something...
by Molly Power | Mar 3, 2014 | News
The Isle of Wight Council’s public health service is working with Chamber Health and the Island’s Stop Smoking Service to offer advice, support and guidance to smokers to help them quit. A road show is being held in St James’ Square in Newport...
by Molly Power | Mar 3, 2014 | News
AN INTERNATIONAL trade expert has been appointed to help South East exporters reach high growth markets through an £8 million business-led partnership. Hampshire Chamber will be the lead chamber in the South East for the initiative and Mark Baulch will work from the...
by Molly Power | Jan 30, 2014 | News
Businesses in the marine, maritime and advanced manufacturing sectors on the Isle of Wight are being urged to apply for grants from a new £2.46m fund set up by the Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) in collaboration with the Isle of Wight Council. The Isle of...