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Pioneering US-based Canoo Inc’s versatile electric vehicle experience arrives at Bicester...
Canoo Inc, a US-based company which has created revolutionary multi-purpose platforms and digital ecosystems that are transforming the automotive industry for the entire vehicle lifecycle, has selected Bicester Motion, the 444-acre future mobility estate in Bicester, Oxfordshire, as its UK commercial operations and activation centre.
The Wesley Hotel Euston launches festive dining offering
Celebrate the festive season with delicious food and great company at the centrally located The Wesley Euston hotel, bar and kitchen as it announces two Christmas menus, each tailored to a different dining experience.
Ingram ‘incredibly proud’ after going down fighting in Brands Hatch decider
There was no fairytale ending for Tom Ingram in the 2024 British Touring Car Championship finale at Brands Hatch last weekend (5-6 October), but the former champion went down fighting with a characteristically heroic performance as circumstances cruelly conspired against him.
Introducing Brilliant Local Photographer, Inga Kebleryte
Inga recently attended the B4 Platinum Quarterly at the venue of the recent European Political Community summit, Blenheim Palace, where she was B4’s official photographer. The results were stunning.
Wren Sterling become B4’s 75th Platinum Member
At last week’s B4 PLATINUM Breakfast at Blenheim Palace, Jason McGuigan, Regional Director of Wren Sterling was one of our guests. It was fantastic to have Jason along to experience B4 in person, an opportunity we give to those who are seriously considering joining B4.
Blenheim hosts eventful 5th B4 Platinum Quarterly
Football, Summits, Raise’24 & Platinum Member Number 75 Make the Headlines at the 5th B4 PLATINUM Quarterly at Blenheim Palace
AV Events step up to sponsor Raise’24
AV Events began in 2017 with one goal: to deliver quality AV at competitive prices. Since then, the company has expanded rapidly, moving into complete technical event production – but crucially keeping its original mission statement at its core.
Raise’24: The one Christmas Party you won’t want to miss
Take a moment to cast your mind back to last December (perhaps not easy in these summer months).
Oxfordshire’s Football Triumvirate connect at Blenheim Palace
On August 7th, for the first time ever a panel of representatives from The Oxfordshire Football Association, Oxford City and Oxford United will join forces to discuss opportunities and common challenges in front of an invited audience of local businesses at Blenheim Palace.
B4 In Numbers – the last 12 months
It’s been quite a year at B4, a year which has seen us double our B4 Platinum Member numbers, host events in Palaces, Michelin-starred restaurants, boats, vineyards, farms and Oxford University colleges. We’ve also managed to make quite an impression with the B4 website and on social media with almost 1.4 million B4 website views and over half a million impressions across our two LinkedIn accounts.
B4 Member of the Month – Helen Fallon, Global CTS
We’d like to thank Helen for being such a supportive Member of the B4 community. Helen is not only a regular introducer of new Members to B4, she’s also great at engaging with everyone’s news on LinkedIn, in the true collaborative spirit of B4. It’s working for Helen too – she’s making incredible connections and receiving plenty of instructions through the B4 community, showing that the more you put in, the more you get out.
Dreamer or adventurer? Six by Nico announces first ever “versus” series...
Six weeks, two menus, one important choice – Six by Nico announces “versus” concept across all UK restaurants
DAZZLING MEMORIES AT THE UK’S ONLY BLACK-TIE MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL
Henley Festival presented by Westcoast – the UK’s only black-tie music and arts festival – returned for five magical summer nights of world-class music, comedy, art, dining and dancing from Wednesday 10 to Sunday 14 July.
Blenheim Shines on the World Stage
Oxfordshire took centre stage as HM The King and 45 European leaders converged on Blenheim Palace at the biggest UK-led summit of the year on one of the hottest days of the summer (a low bar admittedly). They discussed some of the most pressing generational issues facing Europe – from ensuring international support for Ukraine, to illegal immigration and security co-operation.
Measuring Southgate’s Legacy
“We’ve had some interesting resignations from football managers this year that I’m sure will be referenced across business schools for a while to come – and Gareth Southgate is no exception.
Plastic recycling technology company takes first suite in Wootton Science Park’s...
DeepTech Recycling, the plastic recycling technology company, has taken the first suite in Origin, the new purpose built CL2 laboratory building at Hartwell Plc’s Wootton Science Park to the south-west of Oxford.
High-performance electric van powerbank specialist TUAL opens UK HQ at Bicester...
TUAL, an innovator in high-performance electric van powerbanks, has opened its new HQ at Bicester Motion, the 444-acre future mobility estate in Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK.
Frilford Heath Golf Club donates course to RAISE’24
Oxfordshire’s leading golf club, Frilford Heath, has ‘donated’ their Championship Red Course to raise funds for the eleven beneficiary charities of RAISE’24.
Oxford North ‘tops out’ Red Hall and first laboratory buildings and...
Oxford North, the new innovation district in Oxford, has reached its highest point in construction and topped out its first phase with the Red Hall’s new cantilever roof lowered into place and two new lab buildings’ steel frames completed.
Green light for YASA’s new Bicester Motion UK HQ
Detailed designs for three new interconnected buildings which will be YASA’s new UK HQ based at Bicester Motion, the 444-acre future mobility estate in Bicester Oxfordshire, have been approved by Cherwell District Council.
Ingram aiming to ‘turn the tables’ in quest to reclaim BTCC...
Tom Ingram leaves no doubt about his objective for the forthcoming British Touring Car Championship campaign – he wants to reclaim the biggest prize in UK motorsport, which he first lifted 18 months ago. And he is confident he can do just that.
HENLEY FESTIVAL 2024 UNVEILS PIONEERING VISUAL ARTS SHOWCASE
10 – 14 July 2024 | henley-festival.co.uk | #HenleyFestival | @henleyfestival
Henley Festival Presented by Westcoast – the UK’s only boutique black-tie festival – is delighted to reveal this year’s dazzling visual arts programme, featuring one of Britain’s best-selling figurative painters Mark Demsteader, the Doug Moran National Portrait Prize and Archibald People’s Choice Award-winning artist Esther Erlich, and sculptor Holly Bendall, who creates striking bronzes including a Greenpeace-supported permanent public installation that can be experienced in Porthleven.
Blenheim’s CEO opens up on solar
The first B4 Platinum Quarterly held in the stunning Clementines on the South Lawn at Blenheim Palace encapsulated all that is good about a business community coming together to network. One of B4’s most loyal supporters, Blenheim Palace, played host to over 100 business leaders from across Oxfordshire providing fantastic hospitality and enabling brilliant conversations.
UKRAINIAN AMBASSADOR SALUTES SURREY-BASED INVESTOR CHRIS BAXTER FOR SUPPORTING UKRAINIAN BUSINESS –...
Firm builds innovative modular homes for his war-torn country
HENLEY FESTIVAL TO CHAMPION NEXT GENERATION OF ARTISTS WITH EXCLUSIVE AUDI...
5 – 9 July 2023 | henley-festival.co.uk | #AudiXHenley | @henleyfestival
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Ibiza gin & vodka brand backs UK’s hottest festival
We are thrilled to announce the Winners and Finalists of the...
Congratulations to all!
Business Development Managers Share Expertise
Earlier this year the wonderful Caroline O’Connor facilitated our first BDM’s roundtable which generated invaluable shared knowledge, connections & plenty of content for future discussion.
Pedal and Post to expand to Reading as research shows cargo...
If delivery companies switched to using cargo bikes instead of diesel vans for the first and last mile of deliveries, it would save the NHS and other government services over £4bn by reducing the costs of congestion and air pollution, according to new analysis published today.
Stunning Silverstone Success
What a great event at Silverstone for our members.
The Oxfordshire Business Awards Are Back for 2023
Businesses large and small from across Oxfordshire are being encouraged to enter the county’s most prestigious Awards.
Hawkwell House Hotel – B4’s First Co-Working Venue
Whether you’re working from home every day or in the office, we can all do with a change of scenery once in a while can’t we?
£30m for Oxford scientists to rewrite DNA to cure killer heart...
An injectable cure for inherited heart muscle conditions that can kill young people in the prime of their lives could be available within a few years, after an international team of researchers were announced as the winners of the British Heart Foundation’s Big Beat Challenge.
DPD welcomes Britain’s first Zero Emission Zone pilot
Leading delivery company DPD has welcomed Britain’s first Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ) pilot, launched in Oxford, saying it will bring long term benefits to the city, it’s residents and the wider environment.
Government plans to change university access threatens future economy, says NCUB
The Government has proposed a series of changes to university access and funding that will prevent employers from accessing the talent they need in future and hinder UK growth, says the National Centre for Universities and Business (NCUB).
Hollywood-level tech set to disrupt corporate commercials
Ad for Carringtons Coffee Co. shot using advanced robotic arms with 0-frame delay enabling seamless transition from ‘tropical jungle to coffee shop’
Abingdon & Witney College makes commitment to support mental health and...
Abingdon & Witney College has reaffirmed their commitment to staff and students by signing up to a brand new national mental health and wellbeing charter – created by the Association of Colleges in conjunction with mental health experts.
Latest Figures show Severe Impact of Covid-19 on Oxfordshire’s Visitor Economy
The Economic Impact Report for Tourism in Oxfordshire, a report commissioned by Experience Oxfordshire, shows a staggering 59% decline in the value of tourism (from £2.5billion to £1billion) and a substantial decline of 39% in jobs supported by sector (from 42,000 to 25,000).
New insurance regulations could save you thousands on your premiums
January 1st 2022, marked the end of “loyalty penalties.” While new customers boast the best and cheapest deals on the market, loyal customers were being penalised via “price walking”, reveals vehicle finance specialist Carvine.
Brits enjoy one of the best work-life balances on the planet,...
The UK offers one of the best work-life balances in the world according to a new study by office designers, Diamond Interiors, with typical British office workers getting among the best deals when it comes to working hours and annual leave allocations.
Lexus Maintains Momentum with Strong 2021 UK Sales Results
Lexus’s strong response to the challenges presented by the Covid pandemic and supply restrictions experienced throughout the global motor industry helped it maintain both its UK new car sales volume and market share at record levels.
Belmond Le Manoir Quat’Saisons Awarded ‘Gourmet Getaways’ in PetsPyjamas’ Dog-Friendly Travel...
With a brand new year of possible adventures ahead, leading dog-friendly holiday company since 2014, PetsPyjamas, reveals the winners of their Dog-Friendly Travel Awards, with Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons in Great Milton, Oxfordshire winning the title of Gourmet Getaways.
Cyber fears as HMRC declares 17 serious data breaches to ICO
Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has reported a total of 17 serious data breaches to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) over a 15 month period, from January 2020 to March 2021.
Inspirational watch range celebrates women overcoming adversity
A British entrepreneur is celebrating the incredible stories of five women – each of whom has overcome huge adversity – by launching a range of watches, each named after them. The new Inspiration series from Hagley West takes themes such as inner beauty, strength, rebirth and vitality to bring a unique character to each new model.
University and business collaborations fell by a third in early days...
In just one year, there was a 39% fall in the number of SME interactions and a 2% fall in the number of interactions with large businesses. Despite falls in the number of interactions, universities’ contribution to research commercialisation grew in 2019/20, with the number of licenses granted increasing by nearly a third (30%) compared with 2018/19.
Only 50% of Brits say their workplace takes bullying seriously
Bullying in the workplace is an unfortunate prevalence and with many of us now working part-time in the office- how empowered are Brits when it comes to seeking help from HR?
Construction law specialist boosts Shoosmiths real estate expertise
Leading UK law firm Shoosmiths has strengthened its real estate division, one of the largest multi-disciplinary practices in the UK, with the appointment of specialist construction lawyer Ryan Fordham as a partner.
Leading housing association wins coveted Whathouse? Award
Leading housing association Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) has won a coveted WhatHouse? award. The housing association, whose shared ownership brand SO Resi is behind the SO Resi Maidenhead development, was crowned ‘Silver’ in the Housing Association of the Year category during this year’s ceremony which took place at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Friday 19th November. MTVH was commended for its innovative approach to raising awareness of shared ownership and improving its customer experience.
The latest wave of electric vehicle chargers coming to county’s car...
The roll-out of hundreds of electric vehicle (EV) charging points in council-owned car parks in Oxfordshire has begun.
Nominations open for Oxfordshire’s Climate Action Heroes Awards
People and community groups at the forefront of climate action in Oxfordshire are to be recognised by the High Sheriff of Oxfordshire, Imam Monawar Hussain.
Bovingdons Catering and Jude’s Ice Cream win big at the Lloyds...
A sense of pure delight and celebration filled the room at the Lloyds Bank British Business Excellence Awards as the winners of each of the prestigious 13 categories were announced, with one additional category added for Outstanding Contribution to British Business that went to the Oxford Vaccine Group.
New disruptive plant-based Clean Kitchen Club valued at £7.5m after £1.4m...
Founders – Made in Chelsea’s Verity Bowditch and former YouTube personality Mikey Pearce – close £1.4m seed round with £7.5m valuation
Corporate VCs have South East innovators in their sights as investment...
Businesses in the South attracted £808k in Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) investment in Q3 of 2021, according to KPMG UK’s Global Venture Pulse Survey.
Council’s local plan scoops RTPI South East Award
Winchester City Council’s Local Plan Consultation has scooped the top prize at this year’s prestigious RTPI South East Awards for Planning Excellence.
Councillors to scrutinise services that radically improve safeguarding outcomes for children...
Oxfordshire county councillors are to scrutinise services that radically improve safeguarding outcomes for children and their families, and that are also designed to reduce demands and costs for the council, at the People Overview and Scrutiny Committee at County Hall on Thursday 11 November.
New guide will help developers improve quality of life for Oxfordshire...
A new guide that helps developers building new homes and streets in Oxfordshire do so while at the same time improving the quality of life of residents has been published.
Works to improve access to Banbury Station
Commuters, residents, and businesses in Banbury can have their say from today (16 November) on proposed improvement works at Tramway Road, near Banbury Station, until 14 December 2021.
Share your views on the e-scooters trial
Survey is open from 16 November to 15 December 2021.
Have your say on Oxford city cycle lanes plans
People are being asked to give their views on proposals for direct cycle lanes on main roads in and out of Oxford, known as quickways, during a consultation that runs from 11 November to 10 December.
Dorset tech specialist named in UK’s top 100
A technology specialist at Dorset-based Spyrosoft has been named one of the most influential business leaders in the country.
South East homeowners spend £1.4 BILLION on home decor each year
A new survey from Blinds Direct has found that South-East homeowners spend a whopping £1,401,597,000 improving their homes each year, based on an annual spend of £561 per year per household. (2,563,000 households.)
Businesses urged to invest in diversity and inclusion initiatives or risk...
A specialist recruiter is urging UK businesses to focus on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives if they want to secure top talent.
Post-COVID wanderlust threatens majority of South East’s talent pool
The desire to travel after the pandemic and Brexit could see the South East’s small businesses face a major workforce shortage as employees rush to leave the country for permanent overseas residence, as revealed today by people management platform Employment Hero.
Oxbury Bank, the new tech-driven agriculture bank, announces additional investment from...
Oxbury Bank, the new tech-driven agriculture bank, announces additional investment from leading technology investor Hambro Perks, and sees strong lending and deposit growth in first 9 months of trading – £100m of committed lending to farm businesses since launch
‘Box structure’ flyover saves £70m and six months for East West...
Engineers have saved £70m of taxpayers’ money by using creative new methods to build a railway flyover as part of the East West Rail project.
Online-Only car auction record broken by collecting cars platform
A global online marketplace founded by a British car dealer has just broken the online-only world record for a car auction, selling a McLaren P1 for an incredible $1,600,888. No other online-only platform for collectible cars has ever achieved a higher sales price.
Analysis reveals major concerns over Type 2 diabetes information on web
The internet is “awash with misleading information and terminology” about type 2 diabetes leading to “exploitation of a vulnerable group”, analysis by a charity shared ahead of World Diabetes Day has found.
Parmigiano Reggiano is the most awarded cheese in the world
The international jury made up of 250 experts awarded Parmigiano Reggiano 126 medals, 7 of which were in the Super Gold category. Bertinelli: “We are going home with our heads held high after battling it out with 4,079 cheeses from 48 countries, leaving with a haul of 126 medals out of 174 competing entries.”
Christmas cheer that lasts the year with SevenYays countdown calendars
Christmas is the season of goodwill and for reminding the ones that matter just how much you value them. As team morale has likely been a little low over the last 18 months for many UK businesses, this holiday season is the ideal time to show staff just how appreciated they really are.
South East Homebuilding & Renovating Show returns to offer property inspiration...
15-16 January 2022, Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre
Go Further Investment Index celebrates the most progressive northern UK businesses
The Go Further Investment Index launched today (9 November) at a special virtual event to connect the innovation and investment communities and celebrate the Northern Powerhouse and Scotland’s best and brightest businesses by showcasing their achievements through collaboration, investing and venturing.
Ford’s Autumn Stories
Future technology stories. Behind-the-scenes stories. All-new vehicle stories. Stories to excite, surprise and inspire.
Ford’s a big place with lots of amazing things happening, and we can’t wait to share them with you. Welcome to Ford Stories.
Burnout is not a badge of honour
How to spot the five stages of burnout in you and your employees.
£21m announced for Digital Skills Bootcamps in the West Midlands
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has launched its next round of digital bootcamps to improve the digital capabilities of residents across the region.
B4 launches new ‘news-focused’ site to become a leader in UK...
Following a period of change and uncertainty since March 2020 when B4 had to swiftly pivot to delivering content digitally, we are delighted to announce the launch of our brand new site.
Stoke Poges pubs raise funds for second village defibrillator
Team members at The Fox & Pheasant and Rose & Crown in Stoke Poges have come together to raise funds to install a second defibrillator at the local recreation ground.
COP26: UK firms forced to show how they will hit net...
Most big UK firms and financial institutions will be forced to show how they intend to hit climate change targets, under proposed Treasury rules.
Bureau Veritas urges UK business to ‘Make Change Happen’ as COP26...
With COP26 now firmly underway, leading sustainability authority Bureau Veritas is urging UK businesses to ‘make change happen’ as it supports the commitments and ambitions coming out of the conference as world leaders progress with day three of the global climate summit.
School transport provider celebrates litany of successes one year on
Kura, a leading transport technology provider offering safer, greener and smarter travel for education and businesses, is celebrating a host of achievements over the last 12 months.
Fleet Podcasts: Real insights into the hazards of driving for work
The distractions of hands-free phone use, managing a grey fleet of 5000 plus complex other transport needs, and the rights and wrongs of van safety use – all are the subjects of a series of fascinating 30-minute podcasts now available from National Highways Driving for Better Business (DfBB).
The programme for GEO Business 2021 has been revealed
GEO Business, the UK’s largest geospatial event, has revealed the much-anticipated speaker line up for this year’s show, which takes place on 24-25 November at ExCeL London.
Largest UK maintenance and landscape company announces carbon-neutrality
While world leaders gather in the UK for the COP26 summit, leading landscape and grounds maintenance experts idverde are delighted to have been recognised on a global scale for their work to tackle climate change.
Rimac and Bugatti begin operating under new company
Today, Rimac Automobili officially joins forces with Bugatti Automobiles under the recently announced company, Bugatti Rimac d.o.o. The new company sees two automotive powerhouses generate an exciting new movement in the automotive and technology industries, originally initiated and strongly supported by the sports car manufacturer Porsche AG.
New Report Reveals Growing Belonging Crisis Amongst UK Employees
16 million UK office workers don’t feel as though they belong within their current company
34% of UK workers would turn down job from a company...
A third (34%) of white-collar professionals in the UK state that they would turn down a job offer if a company’s environmental, sustainability or climate control values do not align with their own.
FamiCord to promote stem cell banking service on UK market
Following the acquisition of 84.2% of shares in the UK company Smart Cells Holdings Ltd., the FamiCord Group, Europe’s first and the world’s fourth largest stem cell bank, is entering the UK market with lower prices for stem cell banking services.
Henkel further invests in the start-up LoveLocal from India
Henkel participates in a funding round in the Indian start-up LoveLocal to further strengthen its direct-to-consumer expertise. The investment in LoveLocal under the umbrella of Henkel dx Ventures helps the company to gain insights about the retail markets and consumer behavior in emerging market.
Ongoing new car supply challenges in 2021 could cost aftersales sector...
Latest SMMT new car registration figures have shown a significant decline in new car sales so far in 2021, leaving franchised dealers to face another predicted service and repair shortfall of £300 million.
Investment in research and innovation can unlock new opportunities, says NCUB
The Chancellor should be commended for investing in both research and innovation says the National Centre for Universities and Business, the collective voice of UK business and universities. Today’s announcement will release new funding for research and innovation, which will unlock breakthroughs to improve our health and environment, and boost our economic performance.
New programme on UK’s future of employment post COVID announced
Launching digitally during National Apprenticeship Week 7-13 February 2022 – AoA and ITN Productions Industry News are co-producing Apprentices: Connect, Engage and Inspire, a news-style programme, exploring the incredible UK’s apprenticeship landscape as the future of employment as we emerge from the pandemic.
Long COVID: could it amount to a disability?
On 7 October 2021, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that an estimated 1.1 million people in the UK were experiencing self-reported long COVID. Of those, 831,000 had (or suspected they had) COVID-19 for at least 12 weeks previously, and 405,000 at least one year previously.
Orolia Signs an Agreement to Acquire Seven Solutions and Advances Its...
Merger to Deliver High-End Performance and Ultra-Accurate Time and Frequency Products for Commercial, Critical Infrastructure, and Military Markets Worldwide
St. Modwen invites Kingsgrove community to a day of celebration of...
On October 9th, St. Modwen, the master developer for the new Kingsgrove community in Wantage, held a family-friendly community day to mark the reveal of a new sculpture and artwork commissioned to celebrate the completion of Kingsgrove’s new public square and park.
The African Art Series “Luminosity” Dazzles at Bvlgari Hotel London
The African Art Series is celebrating its incredibly successful art event during Black History Month. The contemporary African art pop up dazzled over three days in the elegant surroundings of Bvlgari Hotel in Knightsbridge, London. The exhibition showcased works from renowned African artists, Ben Enwonwu MBE and El Anatsui, as well as some of the rising stars of art’s fastest-growing sector, presenting a fabulous display of artwork from across the African continent for invited guests, and later the public to appreciate and invest in.
Stepnell shows healthcare expertise with hospital wins
Complete construction partner Stepnell has demonstrated its expertise in building for the healthcare sector with several significant projects across its southern region.
New research reveals the most innovative industries in the UK
The research, undertaken by Tide, analysed the 50 most popular sectors in the UK, found out how much each industry was spending on research and development, to reveal the most innovative industries.
Enterprise M3 local enterprise partnership is leading major improvements to digital...
A project to deliver gigabit-capable broadband for business and communities across Surrey and Hampshire is being taken a significant step forward as private sector firms are being invited to express an interest in bidding for the work.
Back in the office and struggling to concentrate? Here are six...
Now that workers are back in the office, some people may be finding it difficult to concentrate in this environment after working from home for so long – but how can you fix this?
Kids celebrate spooktacular craft event with Newbury Metro Bank
From Monday 25th – Sunday 31st October, the UK’s community bank, Metro Bank, will host its annual Halloween family event with a creepy craft activity for kids.
Introducing Catalog Collections To Make Buying and Selling on WhatsApp Easier...
Tens of millions of businesses around the world use WhatsApp to get business done. And we often hear from both people and businesses how it’s been a great way to find items to buy and close sales during the pandemic.