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Gateway2Lease appoints former JLR executive Jade Bickerton as Sales Director

South West Connected — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:06:22 +0000

Car and van leasing provider Gateway2Lease has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Jade Bickerton, a former business manager at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), as its Sales Director. Jade joins Gateway2Lease as the West Midlands-based business experiences 20% year-on-year growth across all sales channels, and has recently expanded its sales team. She will be […]

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YOGA TEACHER REVEALS SECRETS BEHIND LOOKING ‘HALF HER AGE’

South West Connected — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:34:14 +0000

Dionne Palmer has spent more than two decades proving that wellness is about far more than appearances. At 57, the Chester-based yoga expert is regularly mistaken for being in her 30s, but she insists there is no miracle cream or cosmetic procedure behind her youthful looks. Instead, she credits a commitment to yoga, stress management […]

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AS MUSIC GCSE RESULTS ROLL IN, ONE IN THREE PARENTS CALL FOR MORE MUSIC LESSONS AT SCHOOL

South West Connected — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:34:14 +0000

As teenagers across the country eagerly – or perhaps apprehensively – await their GCSE results, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s latest research finds that more than four in five (86%) parents feel more could be done to engage their children in classical and orchestral music. The bigger picture for music education at GCSE level remains […]

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People don’t follow machines: why AI won’t be replacing leaders

South West Connected — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:39:05 +0000

A leadership expert has shared his advice on the best way to use AI rather than fearing it. Drew Povey, author and founder of the Drew Povey Consultancy says he doesn’t believe that AI will replace leaders, but it can help them up their game. Drew, who has worked with leading sports teams and global […]

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Scammers target moments not people: New research reveals young, busy and financially stretched people are most targeted by scammers

South West Connected — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:39:05 +0000

New research by cyber intelligence company OXIL overturns assumptions that elderly people are those most vulnerable to the online scammers – with situational factors rather than a person’s age emerging as more significant correlations. Being tired, going through a break-up or struggling with a gambling problem are some of the factors that make people more […]

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Don’t let your cyber defences take a holiday

South West Connected — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:39:05 +0000

Summer is the peak season for cyber attacks – but a few simple precautions can help businesses avoid a holiday-season disaster. As staff head off on holiday, work from hotels, cafés and airports, and businesses operate with reduced cover, cyber criminals are looking for exactly the same opportunities. The timing is no coincidence. […]

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Timberwise shortlisted for three 2026 Property Care Awards

South West Connected — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:39:05 +0000

Northwich-based property firm Timberwise has been shortlisted for three awards at the Property Care Association’s (PCA) 16th annual Property Care Awards. Now in their sixteenth year, the awards were established in 2011 to recognise the achievements and contributions of PCA members across the specialist property care sector. Nine awards will be presented across three […]

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SMALL BUSINESSES DIVIDED ON USING AI TO POWER GROWTH – AS MANY STAND BY THE POWER OF ENTERPRISES BUILT ON STRONG HUMAN RELATIONSHIPS

South West Connected — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:11:07 +0000

Three in 10 UK small business owners (31%) say they are already using AI to support their enterprises – although 27% say they either have no plans to use it – and a further 21% don’t regard AI as relevant to their business, according to new research from Novuna Business Finance. Whilst some small businesses […]

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BUSINESS ASCENSION AWARDS CELEBRATES SOUL LED SUCCESS!

South West Connected — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:57:46 +0000

The Business Ascension Symposium & Awards returned in spectacular style on 13th and 14th July, bringing together spiritual entrepreneurs, business leaders, speakers and change-makers from across the UK and internationally for two inspiring days of learning, recognition and meaningful connection. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR 2027 AS A JUDGE, SPEAKER, PARTNER OR NOMINEE Held at […]

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Tia-Brittany Unveils DTF – A Bold New Album Led by the Powerful Single ‘Don’t Talk Feelings’

South West Connected — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:29:48 +0000

Australian singer-songwriter Tia-Brittany introduces her new album, DTF, an emotionally honest collection of songs led by the compelling focus single, Don’t Talk Feelings. Blending contemporary pop with cinematic storytelling, the Sydney-based artist continues to establish herself as one of Australia’s most exciting emerging talents. Born into a family with English, Irish and Barbadian roots, Tia-Brittany […]

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