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Award-winning businesses stand out

Have you thought about entering the East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire Business Awards this year?  Now in their 16th year, the awards celebrate the hard work, innovation and success of businesses across our area. There are 10 categories to choose from, covering everything from innovation to customer service, and entering more than one is encouraged.

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Investment opportunity: Dove Valley Park

Located on the A50 12 miles West of Derby, this major 200 acre industrial/distribution development site benefits from strong transport connections with the North West, West Midlands and East Midlands, all within a one hour drive time. There are a number of leasehold and freehold opportunities remaining on a build to suit basis from 32,130

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Terinex’s state-of-the-art net zero factory

Terinex Flexibles Ltd based in Foston benefits from a strategic base in Derbyshire, placing it at the centre of the UK’s advanced manufacturing and packaging sectors. With excellent transport links, access to a skilled workforce and close proximity to major food and industrial supply chains, Derbyshire supports both efficiency and growth. It’s the ideal environment for

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Engineering Excellence

For 20 years, JCB Power Systems has called Foston, Derbyshire home – and it continues to prove why it’s the ideal location for engineering excellence. As Engineering Director Ryan Ballard explains, Foston offers a unique advantage: ✅ Prime access via the A50 and strong transport links ✅ Positioned at the heart of UK engineering ✅

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Accelerator Workshops and Events

🚨 Book your FREE Workshop Place Today! 🚨 Accelerator Workshops are back – Places are limited.Don’t miss your chance to upskill for FREE and grow your business! Looking to take your business to the next level by you can take advantage of the wide variety ofAccelerator workshops.Accelerator workshops are held online and at venues across

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The Employer Standards – Shaping Your Future Workforce

Provide a clear framework to businesses of all shapes and sizes to maximise the impact of employer engagement with young people, ensuring mutual value and long-term business success. Find out more https://www.careersandenterprise.co.uk/employers/employer-standards

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UK Shared Prosperity Fund grant available for training provider

As part of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund programme for South Derbyshire we are seeking to offer a grant to a training provider to supply specific training provision. Closing date for submissions: 30 August 2025 Please follow the link below for more information and to access the Expression of Interest Form: http://www.southderbyshire.gov.uk/…/uk-shared… This project is

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Supplying the Council – Online Webinar

This one-hour FREE webinar is for businesses interested in supplying the Council aims to demystify the process and show how your business could get involved? open to anyone to attend. Webinar Date: Thursday 25 September 2025 – Time 10:00 – 11:00am Venue: Online To Book your place, complete the Event Booking Form Email: business@southderbyshire.gov.uk

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