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Inflation-busting water bill rises announced
Hard-pressed homeowners in the region could be forced to pay around £1,000 a year for water bills under proposals submitted by South West Water (SWW).
Westcountry hill farming under threat
The fragile economic viability of hill farming in the Westcountry may be made worse by the unintended consequences of the new Single Payment Scheme (SPS), a study has found.
Major step forward for £120m Exeter Science Park
Plans for a new £120m Science Park on the outskirts of Exeter have taken a major step forward with the announcement that the land for the project has been purchased.
Cornish baker places faith in new brand
Falmouth bakery WC Rowe Ltd has strengthened its position as a leading manufacturer and retailer of Cornish pasties with the launch of a new retailing concept, Pasty Heaven.
£80m Regional Infrastructure Fund Launched
An £80 million fund to pump-prime major infrastructure projects in the South West has been declared "open for business".
Devon firm makes Sunday Times list
Clinton Devon Estates has been told it's among the best companies to work for in Britain and the very best nationally for its efforts to protect the environment.
Bond Pearce solicitor wins top legal award
Trainee solicitor Andrew Pheasant has won the prestigious Top Student Award from the Devon and Somerset Law Society.
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Passengers criticise FGW in satisfaction survey
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The train firm which serves travellers in the Westcountry has been heavily criticised in a passenger satisfaction survey.
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Key gateway to Bristol to be transformed
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A major gateway to Bristol city centre will be transformed as a prime site next to Temple Meads Railway Station is brought to the market.
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Dragon-defying mums wrap up with baby towel idea
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A Westcountry business producing special towels to dry babies after bathtime has become so successful that they are taking orders from all over the globe.
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Devon poultry firm sold
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Devon poultry business Lloyd Maunder has been purchased by 2 Sisters Food Group for an undisclosed sum.
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Marine sector is sailing on a crest of a wave
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The South West's leisure marine industry is now worth more than £700m to the region, new figures show.
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South West records strong economic growth
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The productivity of the South West economy is on the rise, according to the latest Government figures for 2006.
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Report predicts bright future for UK farming
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A major new report has predicted a rosy future for the British farming industry.
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Plymouth could become South West's premier city
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Plymouth could soon challenge Exeter's traditional claim to be the South West's first city, experts say.
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Foreign investment on the rise
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Increasing numbers of foreign-owned companies are investing in the South West, say the region's top economists.
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Passengers face hefty train fare rises
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Train passengers in the South West face above-inflation increases to fares, says the Association of Train Operating Companies (ATOC).
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Why do we have the country's highest water bills?
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Consumers in the Westcountry currently pay the country's highest water bills. So how can South West Water, a company which made a profit of £156.8m last year, justify its sky-high rates?
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Can the region still milk a profit out of its' dairy industry?
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Concerns over the future of the region's dairy industry still exist, although the launch of a model milk contract by the National Farmers' Union has helped ease some of those worries for the time being.
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Exeter University creates £246m for region
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A new study reveals the economic benefit brought to the South West by the University of Exeter.
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Student sells dotcom business for $1.25m
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A Bath student who developed a video streaming website in his bedroom has sold his business to US firm Handheld Entertainment for $1.25m (£630,000).
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Devon has diverse economy
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Devon has a diverse economy with potential for future growth if it can continue to improve skills levels and attract new business to the area, research shows.
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South West has booming marine industry
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New research carried out into the marine sector in the South West has shown it is almost twice as big as previously thought.
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Major cash boost for South West farmers
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Troubled farmers in the South West have been given a welcome cash boost.
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Fresh heartbreak for South West farmers
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Hard-hit South West farmers are facing further heartbreak after the government announced new levies on animal disease.
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Clinton calls for party to unite behind Obama
Hillary Clinton has urged her supporters to unite behind Barack Obama as the party's presidential candidate.
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Travel tips to beat the credit crunch
Tots to Travel, experts in family-friendly travel, have these tips on how to cut costs when travelling with children.
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Fat Duck hatches a perfect 10
Heston Blumenthal's restaurant The Fat Duck has achieved the rare feat of scoring a perfect ten out of ten in The Good Food Guide 2009.