Punchline Magazine: Gloucestershire's 100 Biggest Employers - May 2021
14th May 2021
The latest edition of Punchline's online magazine shines the spotlight on the 100 biggest employers in Gloucestershire - find out who has made the cut.
Phased reopening for Cheltenham A&E department
14th May 2021
Cheltenham General Hospital's A&E department will begin a phased reopening next month as hospital admissions for coronavirus remain low.
Grand National champion thanks Wasdell for sponsoring Cancer Trust fundraiser
14th May 2021
Bob Champion, who recovered from cancer and went on to win the Grand National, dropped in to say thank you to the Wasdell Group for sponsoring his 40th anniversary fundraising walk.
Newland Homes acquires former Leckhampton nursery for low and zero carbon homes
14th May 2021
Newland Homes has announced the successful acquisition of a former plant nursery site on Kidnappers Lane, Leckhampton from the Robert Hitchins Group.
Gloucester Tesco stores to hold extra summer Food Collection
14th May 2021
Supermarket chain Tesco is holding an extra Food Collection in its Gloucester stores to support children and families this summer.
US exports to reach £4m for Gloucestershire wildlife product manufacturer
13th May 2021
A Tetbury-based wildlife product business has established itself in the US market and expects to generate export sales of £4million over the next five years.
Man arrested after woman's death in Gloucester
13th May 2021
A man has been arrested for murder following the death of a woman in Gloucester.
Travel business to open Cheltenham store
13th May 2021
Independent travel company Trailfinders has announced plans to open a new travel centre in Cheltenham.
Rolls-Royce meeting expectations after tough year
13th May 2021
Rolls-Royce said performance has been in line with expectations after dealing with a year of the pandemic.
Harrison Clark Rickerbys close in on merger deal
13th May 2021
Harrison Clark Rickerbys is in advanced talks over a merger with fellow law firm Hewitsons which would add two new offices to its networks.
Barnsdales expands into residential services with new property manager
13th May 2021
Cirencester-based property management company Barnsdales has appointed a new residential block manager for the South of England.
Hazlewoods supports schoolwear brand's group expansion
13th May 2021
Staverton-based accountants Hazlewoods has advised on the acquisitions of Initially Yours Limited, Total Promotions Limited and John McHugh (Stretford) Limited by Banner Limited.
Brewin Dolphin hits record funds figure
13th May 2021
Investment management firm Brewin Dolphin saw the amount of fund inflows hit a record £1billion for the first three months of the year.
New minibus added to Community Connexions’ fleet
13th May 2021
Community Connexions has added an additional accessible minibus to help transport the most vulnerable people in Gloucestershire.
Glatfelter sees income rise
13th May 2021
A leading supplier of engineered materials that has a site in Gloucestershire has seen income rise despite the challenges faced by the pandemic.
Bumper sales for Angling Direct
13th May 2021
Angling Direct has reported bumper sales and a return to profit after more than 100,000 new fishers took to the waterways to escape the pandemic.
Raiders took 101 phones from Gloucester shop
13th May 2021
A burglar who stole 101 mobile with more than £50,000 from a Gloucester phone shop has been jailed for more than two years.
Forest of Dean launches £20m Levelling Up Fund bid
13th May 2021
A bid is being prepared for up to £20million funding to improve leisure facilities, introduce new education opportunities, repurpose vacant buildings and grow the economy across the Forest of Dean.
Police insist no evidence for earlier Gloucester cafe search
13th May 2021
Gloucestershire Constabulary insisted there had been insufficient evidence to undertake previous investigations of a cafe in Gloucester in the search for Mary Bastholm,
Punchline Talks - May 13 line-up revealed
13th May 2021
It has been another big week of news for the Punchline Friday Business Briefers to discuss when they come together tomorrow.
EDF heading to new Gloucester home to power future
12th May 2021
EDF is to move its Gloucester base from Barnwood to a new home in Brockworth following a review into the company's future.
Fred West's "long shadow" draws media back to Gloucester
12th May 2021
Media from around the country returned to the streets of Gloucester as "the very long shadow" of Fred West returned to the city with news police are searching a cafe in Southgate Street.
Perry Bishop appoints new associate partner
12th May 2021
Gloucestershire-based estate agency Perry Bishop has announced the appointment of Daniel Hopkins as associate partner.
Police cordons in place following discovery of two bodies inside Cirencester house
12th May 2021
Scene guards are in place at a property in Cirencester following a report that the bodies of two people had been located at an address.
Mears posts full-year loss but sets sights of further growth
12th May 2021
Gloucestershire-based facilities management specialist Mears Group has revealed a pre-tax loss in its latest full-year results, but said 'strategic progress' had been made.
Spirax-Sarco finds positive outlook for year
12th May 2021
Spirax-Sarco said the outlook for 2021 was improving after a strong start to the year.
Aldi launches new fish range to support British fishing industry
12th May 2021
German supermarket chain Aldi is launching a new range of seasonal fish in a bid to support the British fishing industry that has been hit hard by the closure of hospitality venues.
Family's plea for privacy as police search cafe for Mary Bastholm
12th May 2021
The family of Mary Bastholm has called for privacy while police continue to search a Gloucester cafe after fresh information about her disappearance in 1968.
Hard hats represent UK construction suicides
12th May 2021
A total of 454 hard hats have been laid out at a building college to represent the number of construction workers who die from suicide each year.
Almost £600k funding to support domestic abuse victims in Gloucestershire
12th May 2021
Victims of domestic violence in Gloucestershire will soon have access to a greater network of support, thanks to a successful funding application by Gloucestershire’s Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner.
Signs of life as size of UK economy falls
12th May 2021
The UK economy is showing signs of recovery despite shrinking by 1.5 per cent in the first three months of 2021.
Joules raises profit forecast thanks to strong online growth
12th May 2021
Fashion and homeware brand Joules has said full-year revenue and profit before tax will be ahead of current expectations.
Gloucester cafe search could be linked to Fred West
11th May 2021
Police are searching a cafe in Gloucester after what they say could be a "significant development" in the search for Mary Bastholm, who went missing in 1968.
BAE Systems awarded £54million contract
11th May 2021
BAE Systems has been given a £54m ($76m) contract modification to produce additional Vertical Launch System (VLS) canisters for the U.S. Navy.
Cineworld at Gloucester Quays and Cheltenham's Brewery Quarter reveal re-opening dates
11th May 2021
After PM Boris Johnson confirmed the further relaxation of lockdown yesterday, Cineworld Cinemas has announced the re-opening date for its sites in England.
Accountancy firm forging the future with appointment of new director
11th May 2021
Regional accountancy and business advisors Azets has appointed Paul Haley as director of Audit & Assurance for the South West and Wales.
Plant-based food and farming take centre stage at conference on climate change
11th May 2021
Policy makers, academics, growers and farmers will gather at a two-day online conference next month to discuss climate-friendly food and farming.
Conservative ousts Police and Crime Commissioner
11th May 2021
Conservative candidate Christopher Nelson has been elected as Police and Crime Commissioner for Gloucestershire, ending Martin Surl's nine-year stay in the role.
Appeal for witnesses to attempted robbery and assault in Tewkesbury
11th May 2021
Five unknown men targeted two victims who were on a walk at the time.
Man who sold cannabis to people with health issues sentenced
11th May 2021
A Dursley man who sold cannabis to people suffering from health issues has been sentenced.
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