Morning Briefing: Sustained drop in sales dampens business activity across the South West

Morning Briefing

The rate of job creation in the South West was the best across the 12 monitored UK regions.

Sustained drop in sales dampens business activity across the South West

THE headline NatWest South West PMI® Business Activity Index – a seasonally adjusted index that measures the month-on-month change in the combined output of the region's manufacturing and service sectors – picked up slightly from 49.5 in June to 49.8 at the start of the third quarter.

GP practice say they 'must improve' after latest NHS patients' survey

The practice said they "must improve access to support and healthcare appointments".

Westfield Academy School, where the alleged burglary occurred. Picture: Google Street View

Young Somerset couple charged following school burglary

Two young people have been charged in connection with a burglary at a school in Somerset.

Police and crime commissioner welcomes plans to 'block fraud at the source'

THE police and crime commissioner (PCC) for the Avon and Somerset Police force has welcomed the Government's plans to ban cold calls.

Dpahne's Flight will be in South Petherton next month

Eclectic band to headline South Somerset venue after releasing new album

The band will bring their new album to South Petherton next month.

Chard Rugby Club gearing up for first pre-season friendlies

CHARD Rugby Club's pre-season training is about to be put to the test as the side is set to start playing some friendly matches.

The garden party raised funds for Macmillan Cancer Support

Garden party raises over £3,000 for cancer charity

A GARDEN party in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support was held recently at Cottage Flowers, Horton Cross, Ilminster, and raised £3,062 for the charity. Attended by ninety people on a breezy, sunny Sunday afternoon, wine and canapes were served in the delightful surroundings of the walled garden at Cottage Flowers.