Donna was very proud to be invited to the inaugural meeting of SBS winners which took place at Edgbaston Stadium on 30th March 2012, allowing winners the opportunity to meet Theo Paphitis and learn from his vast business experience.
“Next Top Boss is an innovative way of making sure our young people are equipped with the skills and aspirations to grab these jobs. This year’s Next Top Boss graduates are clearly up to the challenge and I wish them well for the future.”
The Labour Euro MP who has questioned the debt levels set against the Essex refinery in relation to the four refineries in other European countries threatened by the bankruptcy of the Swiss parent company, also personally invited the Energy Minister to a round table organised by the European Commission to respond to the crisis and now confirmed also today.
Essex FSB spokesman for Thurrock, Steve Dickinson, said: “Essex FSB is delighted that Polly Billington has agreed to become a Real Life Entrepreneur Champion as it is important that senior local politicians understand the needs of local businesses and Polly, as a close ally of the Leader of the Labour Party, Ed Miliband, is in an ideal position to brief him on the challenges facing small businesses.
Following on from last year’s Thurrock Business Conference, Wednesday’s Business Breakfast at Orsett Hall, continued the theme of working together to take advantage of the regeneration opportunities in the borough.
I have to say that I did not campaign for the cut and I was surprised to see it in the Budget, although that does not mean I do not welcome it. As a Conservative, I believe that all taxes should be as low as possible so that everyone can keep as much of their money as possible and spend it how they wish. But I recognise that at a time of national austerity, when public sector workers are experiencing a pay freeze and then very modest pay increases, and ordinary families are struggling with high fuel and energy prices, giving what appears to be a tax cut for the wealthiest in society seems to make no sense.
I want to put on record a plea for biomass-fuelled generation to be given greater prominence in our energy mix. As part of a shift to more energy generation from renewables, we have had considerable emphasis on solar and wind, but when it comes to generating serious quantities of energy, biomass is clearly a great way forward.
Inspired by the likes of celebrity favourites Mila Kunis, Jay-Z and Jennifer Aniston, Jean Genie aims to indulge shoppers with a unique styling experience, complete with expert stylists and the latest new season fashion. The stylists will also be on hand with extra tips to complete the look, including shoes and accessories from the shops within Lakeside!
Administrators KPMG lost a court tussle over who can sell on a lingerie cargo being sent from Asia when the firm collapsed in January reports the city desk at The Sun.
Part of the stock is reportedly, still on the high seas, but most is now at Tilbury Docks and freight specialist UNISERVE won the right to keep it.
Essex FSB spokesman for Thurrock, Steve Dickinson, said: “This new partnership with Thurrock Borough Council builds on our existing links. Our objective is to deliver a series of events for local businesses wishing to find out more about what the council is doing to support the local economy.
WE HAVE to admit a bias here at YT. Nearly all our journalists operate on Apple devices. Indeed, the I-Pad has enabled us to enhance our 24/7 news coverage. So it was no surprise that there were queues around the corner at Apple, Lakeside for the launch of the I-Pad3.
Following surgery, Lexi was closely monitored around the clock and finally left to go home today. The photos show her a few hours after surgery still attached to a monitor. Lexi was very lucky and owners of smaller pets need to be aware of the danger if foxes are able to get into their gardens.
Louis takes a tour of the UPS facility where all the items required to kit out the Athletes’ Village are stored, constructed and delivered for the 16,000 athletes and team officials during the Games and 6,200 athletes, team officials and 1000 referees and umpires during the Paralympic Games.
SHOPPERS will be able to find out more about the future of their favourite centre today as Capital Shopping Centres unveil plans for a major new leisure space at Lakeside. The new proposals add to plans unveiled in recent months for a £180m expansion of the centre’s retail offer that would bring 30-40 new stores and a substantial investment in local community infrastructure.
IF YOU are a small business then we do urge you to join the Thurrock Business Network. For a start, it is three. Secondly, it is a great way to meet other businesses, swop cards, network and share experiences.
