by Victoria Petkovic-Short | Jan 28, 2026 | Uncategorized
We’re proud to announce our latest local business partnership is with The Growth Hub, helping us to empower local SMEs through our ethical procurement platform. This collaboration strengthens our shared mission to help Gloucestershire’s SMEs grow, compete, and...
by Victoria Petkovic-Short | Jan 19, 2026 | Uncategorized
Small businesses are being locked out of £400bn public procurement market New “Signed, Sealed, Delivered” report from the FSB highlights that central government spend with SMEs has been “stuck at around 20%” for the past six years. A new report from...
by Victoria Petkovic-Short | Jan 12, 2026 | Gloucestershire Local Economy, Legislation / Regulation, Uncategorized
Gloucestershire Public Sector businesses can now secure more quotes exclusively from local suppliers. The Government has announced new legislation coming into force early this year, making it easier for local Councils to procure services from local suppliers....
by Adam Vines | Jul 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
We had a very productive meeting with Cheltenham MP Max Wilkinson over the weekend. It was a pleasure to take him through the Together Gloucestershire platform and share our plans to support procurement in Gloucestershire. As a long-time backer of Cheltenham...
by Adam Vines | Jul 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
It was a privilege to be invited to celebrate the launch of a new book championing financial leadership in SMBs, along with more than 100 LEAD™ delegates and alumni, and 50 leaders from across Gloucestershire. Written by Dr Stewart Barnes and Professor Malcolm Prowle,...
by Adam Vines | Jul 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
For small businesses in Gloucestershire, the world of public sector procurement can seem complex and competitive. Yet with billions spent annually by anchor institutions such as local councils, NHS trusts, universities, and government departments, there are huge...
