Business Cornwall

Small and medium sized businesses have until the end of this month (July) to register for a three month trial which provides free access to thousands of public sector contract opportunities.

European Commission proposals to allow VAT cuts on labour intensive and locally-provided services have been welcomed by the UK's Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), which called on the UK to support and implement the tax cuts.

The British Chamber of Commerce (BCC) gloomy assessment of an economy moving into recession is not quite borne out by the Cornwall figures that contribute to their national survey.

Peter Singfield is the latest member of the fast expanding Financial and Commercial Disputes team at Truro law firm Foot Anstey Hancock Caffin.

Cornwall contractors Cowlin showed their worth when they took to the seas for the South West Children’s Hospice 9th annual charity invitation gig race, held at Newquay Harbour on Sunday 15 June.

The scarcity of modern office accommodation in St Austell is set to be alleviated with the completion of a 9,700 sq ft scheme that also marks the final element of the town's Urban Village project.

It started with 42 beans for the first espresso – now ethical coffee company Origin, which is based near Falmouth, is promoting its brand of coffee across the UK.

Last night, Carrick District Council granted St Agnes Properties, the developers behind plans to revive the former South West Film Studio site, with planning permission. The Ocean Park development will provide office accommodation and live/work units, which it is anticipated will boost opportunities in Cornwall’s creative industries sector.

Deloitte has begun its annual search for the fastest-growing technology companies in the South West. Now in its eleventh year, the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 is part of an international campaign to spotlight the growth achievements of technology companies.

An innovative Cornish property developer is on the verge of what it forecasts can be a significant breakthrough in the battle to bridge the huge affordability gap in the housing market.