Business & Economy
Stay informed on the latest news, stories, and analysis of the local business and economy in Oxford and Oxfordshire, including economic trends, key company appointments, and developments of local enterprises.
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Witney-based Edgars planning consultancy under new leadership following management buyout
Witney-based planning and heritage consultancy Edgars has entered a new chapter following a management buyout led by Jon Westerman, who becomes managing director as the Witney-based business approaches its 20th anniversary.
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Almost half of eligible taxpayers miss first Making Tax Digital filing deadline
Almost half of those required to file under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax missed the first quarterly deadline, according to analysis from accountancy firm Azets, which has offices in Oxfordshire.
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Thame-based events production company earns B Corp status after years of sustainability work
A Thame-based events production company has achieved B Corp certification after several years of reviewing its environmental impact, staff policies, purchasing and operations, joining a growing global community of businesses assessed against rigorous social and environmental standards.
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Bicester Motion submits plans for £1bn expansion and 7,600-job mobility innovation cluster
Bicester Motion has submitted plans for the first phase of a proposed £1bn, 10-year expansion in Oxfordshire, including 1.44 million sq ft of commercial space, 200 homes and thousands of potential jobs.
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Banbury-headquartered Bibby Financial Services secures €250m HSBC funding facility to expand SME support
Bibby Financial Services, headquartered in Adderbury near Banbury, has agreed a €250 million funding facility with HSBC UK that will help expand its support for small and medium-sized businesses across Europe and Asia.
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Oxfordshire business coach launches new Financial Times guide for aspiring entrepreneurs
An Oxfordshire business coach and former entrepreneur has launched a new book in the prestigious Financial Times Guide series, sharing lessons from his own business journey to help aspiring founders build successful companies.
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Siblings sell long-established Kidlington nursery sold to expanding childcare operator
The family-run Kidlington nursery founded more than three decades ago has been sold to an expanding Oxfordshire childcare operator, ensuring the continuation of the setting’s legacy and early years education provision.
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Defence investment could unlock a new era of growth across Oxfordshire’s innovation corridor
Chris White of White Commercial Surveyors explores how the UK Government’s Defence Investment Plan could create new opportunities for advanced engineering, technology and commercial property across Oxfordshire, Motorsport Valley and the wider M40 Innovation Corridor.
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230-year-old Oxfordshire law firm Hedges Law secures investment to shape future growth
Oxfordshire law firm Hedges Law has secured investment backing from Henley-on-Thames private investment office CKM3 as part of the launch of Oak Legal Group, a new professional services model aimed at supporting independent law firms through long-term growth.
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Gardner Leader strengthens Real Estate team with two new partner appointments
The regional law firm has strengthened its Real Estate team with the appointment of Charlotte Botham and Belinda Sinnott as partners, supporting continued growth across Oxford, the Thames Valley and the South East.
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Oxford MedTech founder wins top prize at NatWest Accelerator Pitch Competition final
An Oxford-based MedTech entrepreneur has secured the £70,000 top prize at the NatWest Accelerator Oxford Pitch Competition, as more than 400 founders, investors and business leaders gathered at Saïd Business School to celebrate innovation and entrepreneurship.
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Businesses claim Oxford traffic measures are damaging trade amid calls for transparency
Oxford business owners have accused Oxfordshire County Council of causing “harm” through traffic restrictions, claiming they were not consulted. New data shows falling footfall and reduced spend, intensifying debate ahead of planned traffic filters.
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Oxfordshire motion tech firm Vicon powers UK-first University-based virtual production studio
Oxfordshire-based motion capture specialist Vicon has delivered a UK-first hybrid virtual production system to Arts University Bournemouth, giving students access to industry-leading filmmaking technology through a landmark £1.25 million investment.
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Oxfordshire Business Awards mark 30 years with landmark celebration of regional enterprise
The Oxfordshire Business Awards (OXBA) marked their 30th anniversary with a sold-out celebration at Oxford Brookes University, bringing together 350 business leaders to recognise outstanding achievement across the county’s thriving enterprise community.
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Bicester Motion hosts public exhibition on proposed 10-year investment plan
Bicester Motion has hosted a public exhibition to showcase its proposed 10-year investment plan, inviting residents, businesses and stakeholders to view the plans and share feedback.
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Gardner Leader achieves B Corp Certification as part of responsible business strategy
Regional law firm Gardner Leader has achieved B Corp Certification, marking a major milestone in its commitment to environmental and social responsibility across the communities it serves.