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Many parts of UK could declare drought, DEFRA says - not just south west

But weather expert warns heavy rain could also cause problems

Evening Standard

Drought could be declared in the South West tomorrow

A set of restrictions could be brought in

Bristol Post

Kayaker captures 30ft whale on camera during paddle off South West coast

The encounter lasted for around 20 minutes

Bristol Post

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Urgent guidance issued by fire services as raft of blazes hit region

Fires have been reported across the South West region in droves over the past week

Bristol Post

Nearly 40,000 South West companies in 'significant financial distress'

The environment is expected to get worse later this year, the Begbies Traynor report said

Birmingham Post

Pluto Finance appoints South West lending director

Jonathan Scott will be based in the company's Exeter office

Birmingham Post

'Increasingly gloomy outlook' for South West firms as rising inflation bites

Business activity in the region was "muted" in July

Birmingham Post

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Met Office weather forecast as temperatures soar towards 30C across South West

Between Monday and Wednesday (August 8-10) temperatures will be between 27 and 29C in Bristol, Bath and Gloucestershire, while in Somerset temperatures are forecast to not reach above 25C

Bristol Post

Weston-super-Mare's Grand Pier named one of the best arcades in the UK

Its 312 machines make Weston’s main attraction the biggest seaside arcade in South West

Bristol Post

REVEALED: New Exeter Chiefs headline sponsor confirmed

The new headline sponsor will replace South West Communications Group (swcomms)

Birmingham Post

From driverless boats to offshore wind - the £128million plan for future of South West green technology

The Marine and Environmental Science Accelerator aims to create a research and tech business hub to showcase the skills and knowledge in the region

Birmingham Post

South West leads UK in exports to China, study finds

The region saw the biggest annual rise in trade with China in the last quarter of 2021 than any other part of the country

Birmingham Post

Cost of living crisis is 'increasing regional inequalities'

Households in Yorkshire and Humber, the South West and Northern Ireland are the most concerned by soaring bills - with Londoners the least worried

Wales Online

Minimal delays on roads to Dover but getaway traffic in South West hit by queues

The AA said its first ‘amber traffic warning’ remains in place until 7pm on Friday and between 11am and 3pm on Saturday.

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South West business confidence lowest in UK, survey finds

Firms in the region battling inflation registered the lowest reading on the Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking for a second consecutive month

Birmingham Post

Broadband firm Jurassic Fibre appoints former Shell and Virgin boss as chief executive

Paul Hellings will replace the Devon-based company's founder, Michael Maltby, who will remain on its board

Birmingham Post

Broadband supplier Truespeed connects 300th South West business

The Bath-based provider said it was helping to create a "level digital playing field” for firms in the region

Birmingham Post

Exclusive: 57 South West companies go bust as rising inflation hits business

The figure is down from the same period in 2021, but the region's retail and services sectors have seen a surge in insolvencies - and greater than across the rest of the UK

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Finance chief joins Celtic & Co from fellow Cornish fashion brand Seasalt

Martin Hayball previously held senior finance roles with Pennon Group and South West Water

Birmingham Post

South Western Railway strike to cause 'severe disruption', warns train operator

There will be a reduced timetable and people have been told to avoid travelling by rail if possible

Birmingham Post

Bridgwater Chamber of Commerce appoints new relationship manager

The South West business support organisation is going through a "rapid" expansion programme

Birmingham Post

Commercial property rents soar to record high in South West

The largest increases were seen in Bristol, followed by Gloucester, Swindon and Taunton

Birmingham Post

Global design firm expands South West footprint with Exeter office

Stantec is set to create new jobs as it looks to establish a new regional hub in Exeter Science Park

Birmingham Post

Planning firm opens Bristol base in former Fry's chocolate factory

Nexus Planning said its newly formed Bristol team was already creating new opportunities in the "thriving" South West region

Birmingham Post

Brewery Shepherd Neame buys first South West bar in Bournemouth

The 300-year-old pub operator said its coastal venues had seen "particularly encouraging" sales during the past year

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