Blenheim Palace reopening and Spring events
We are so excited to announce that we are fully open again!
Business News
Daily news and press releases from members, guest writers and the B4 team.
Bike Oxford: Open for business
Registration is open for Bike Oxford, sponsorship opportunities are available and local businesses are encouraged to use it as a ‘pedal-powered’ vehicle for good. Registration is now open for Bike Oxford 2022, one of the largest single day city sportives in the South of England, held at Oxford University Rugby Club. The event, now in […]
How to Donate Your Unwanted Office Furniture & Supplies
Make a difference in your workplace Taking time to be more conscious of our environment is more prominent than ever nowadays. As you know, Aston & James are committed to sustainability. We offer an award-winning ink and toner collection service, and paper collections for recycling. One new way we are reducing waste is through our […]
Bus operators back Walk to Work Day to boost health
Oxford Bus Company and Thames Travel are encouraging motorists to consider a minor change in their travel habits to help make a difference on Walk to Work Day.
Successful funding bid set to bring 159 electric buses to Oxfordshire
A fleet of 159 state of the art electric buses is set to serve Oxford and its surrounding areas after a bid for government funding was approved.
Cooking and improving adult mental health in Oxfordshire
In March we had 5 people over from Root and Branch: Root and Branch are an independent charity which promotes recovery from mental health difficulties and a collaboration with Maymessy with Karen identifying 5 people who would benefit from a series of cooking classes.
Bus workers support Ukrainian humanitarian effort
Oxfordshire’s top bus operators are encouraging colleagues to wear the colours of the Ukrainian flag to work to help raise funds for the nation’s relief mission.
IoD welcomes Chief Economist Kitty Ussher for special briefing
IoD Chief Economist Kitty Ussher will outline prospects for the UK economy and business at a special event for local directors.
A huge thank you to outstanding placement providers
Oxford Brookes University Health and Life Sciences students have said a huge “thank you” to local placement providers for giving them outstanding learning experiences despite the unprecedented challenges of working amidst a pandemic.
Grant Thornton grows specialist transfer pricing team
Leading business and financial adviser Grant Thornton UK LLP has promoted Dan Zaidman to Director within its expanding South England transfer pricing team. The appointment comes at a time of significant growth for the currently ten-strong Southern transfer pricing division, which is led by Grant Thornton partner Imran Khan, with other recent appointments including two new […]
Initiate Oxford – Freeths Bowling Tournament – 7th April
The Initiate Oxford Committee would like to invite you to our first annual Freeths Bowling Tournament taking place 7th April. Show off your competitive side striking down those pins and enjoy mingling with other professionals around the Oxfordshire area. Food and drink will be served to keep your energy levels up! Spaces are limited so […]
Overview of Digital Services Tax (DST)
The UK’s Digital Services Tax (DST) came into operation on 1 April 2020. This tax is designed to ensure that the major social media, search engine and online retailers are subject to a 2% tax on revenues generated from the participation of UK users of their services.
Exit Right – a new series of expert-led events for entrepreneurs
Exit Right is a free expert led, must-attend event series for any entrepreneur looking to drive their business from start-up to exit.
An Architect’s View
Adrian James Architects is an RIBA Chartered Practice based in the heart of Oxford. B4’s Richard Rosser met with Director, Adrian James, to find out how the pandemic has influenced the design and construction of buildings now and in the future and also discuss the growing concerns regarding skilled labour.
Spring statement reaction from Nigel Tipple, OxLEP chief executive
Yesterday’s spring statement (23 March) from the Chancellor Rishi Sunak saw a number of new measures that the Government hopes will provide some much-needed financial relief to communities and businesses from across the UK.