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SMART SKILLS is supporting businesses in Torbay and across Devon to identify skills gaps in their existing workforce and provide the skills training they need to become more resilient and grow. Training is fully funded by the European Social Fund which means there is...

Were you ever given careers advice at school?  Was it worthwhile?  Did it change your life? Linking business and academia is becoming increasingly important, especially with the current skills shortage, and your experience matters. To help schools and colleges shape...

….to Paignton Zoo, especially Dennis Flynn, Helen Warren and Ben Cole’s team, for expertly hosting the last TBF Business Breakfast in January.   Over 60 attended to hear all about their challenges and exciting plans for the future. For more photos of the event, please...

Smart Skills helps Devon based small or medium-sized businesses (SMEs) and other organisations to identify skills gaps in their existing workforce and provide the skills training they need to become more resilient. It also helps adults who are employed and looking for...

Well done to the intrepid explorers, William, Miles, Hugh and Samuel, who gave an excellent presentation at the recent TBF Paignton Zoo meeting.   In April, this group from the 6th Explorer Sea Scouts based in Paignton, are heading to Bergen for a 10 day expedition,...

It is an honour to share with you my first Annual Report as Director of Public Health for Torbay. I have chosen mental health as the focus for this report and invite you to continue in the conversation about improving the mental health and wellbeing of people in...

Matt Hammerstein, the CEO of Barclays UK, says new Bank Hubs including one to be located in Brixham alongside work on the Access to Cash Group, show banks now need to work together to tackle the future. The recent COP Climate Change discussions reinforced that...

In April, a group from the 6th Explorer Sea Scouts based in Paignton are heading to Bergen in Norway for a 10 day expedition, mostly unaided and unaccompanied. They are seeking sponsorship from local businesses. If you can help, please contact Alison Benney.

Remember being at school and not knowing what to do after education?  If you want to help the next generation, there is a ‘call out’ for any one who would like to get involved in the Careers Fair at Torquay Boys Grammar School on Thursday 27th...

Did you know £153m of public sector contract and tender opportunities are available to local businesses? The TDA are working with local public sector partners to buy locally and help SME businesses :  Network with the lead buyers from the local public...