Latest Economic Bulletin – Some Optimism But Pressures Remain

3rd July 2024

The Q2 2024 survey by Business West sees businesses grappling with ongoing economic challenges. There is optimism in specific areas and a slight improvement in economic confidence. However, businesses still face significant uncertainties and pressures especially in recruitment and cost increases.

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5th July 2026

Golden Valley – Powerhouse Project to Deliver Real Value to Local Communities.

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22nd June 2026

Get Involved in One of the Most Important Business Events of 2026

The CyNam team is excited to share that Gloucestershire Tech Week (GTW) is back for 2026! Running from 12th to 16th October 2026, GTW is a county-wide…

8th June 2026

Public Engagement Launched on Future of Cheltenham

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2nd June 2026

New Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) strategic infrastructure funding round opens

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18th May 2026

New Town Centre Cleansing Initiative Launched

Cheltenham BID have officially launched their new Cleansing Initiative, designed to support town centre businesses in keeping Cheltenham clean, safe and welcoming. Building on the…

5th May 2026

How to Turn Your Unwanted Stuff into a Triple Win – For Your Business, Local Charities and the Planet

A Good Thing is an award-winning non-profit online platform that matches wonderful UK charities with organisations that have things to donate: helping charities while providing…

11th April 2026

Be Part of Something Amazing For Local Children

We are delighted to share that No Child Left Behind’s Party in the Park returns to Pittville Park on 5th August 2026. And we would encourage…

5th March 2026

How Hard Will April’s New Business Rates Affect You?

Cheltenham BID and Chamber of Commerce are only too aware that business rate invoices are imminent and that many will find that they have increased…

26th January 2026

Help to Get the Skills Your Business Needs

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26th January 2026

M5 J10 Improvements – Victory for the Voice of Local Business

Image from Gloucestershire County Council You may have seen that the Government has awarded a £71.5 million funding boost for the development of M5 Junction…

22nd January 2026

Free Help to Boost Your Productivity Through Technology

Tech Adoption for Growth is a new, government-funded pilot programme designed to help SME’s boost productivity through the smarter use of digital technology. Delivered by…

19th December 2025

Please Show Your Support for the J10 Project

Please download the letter template via this link M5_Junction_10_Letter_Template>> It should download automatically when you click. You can copy and paste it onto your stationery…

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