Chelmsford

PIF launches Small Business Support membership

DJH Corporate Finance (formerly DTE Corporate Finance) has announced its advisory role in the acquisition of 3BM Group, a prominent property services business specialising in project management, consultancy services, architecture and planning, by RSK, a global leader in the delivery of sustainable solutions with more than 200 environmental, engineering and…

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Pets Corner to expand business after securing new funding

Pet care retailer, Pets Corner headquartered in West Sussex has secured an eight-figure funding package from HSBC UK to support its growth nationally and internationally, and to create up to 320 jobs nationwide. Pets Corner which is owned by Pet Family operates 150 stores across London and the South East…

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Cat charity unveils plans for Chelmsford upgrade

Cats Protection has unveiled plans for a ‘major upgrade’ of its Chelmsford Adoption Centre, set to begin in February and conclude by the end of 2022. The new centre will incorporate learnings from across the national charity’s network of 37 centres to deliver an ‘upscaled’ level of cat care excellence…

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Marriage’s Specialist Foods reveals new Honeyfield’s Wild Bird Products

We have had a busy 12 months here at Honeyfield’s and our latest brochure has doubled in size. It features 50 new products covering a variety of foods, treats, feeders, and bird tables. Let us introduce you to some of our exciting new products. New 5kg Bag Size Honeyfield’s wild…

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More spent on pets than friends at Christmas

Animal lovers will spend more on their dogs than their friends this Christmas, according to a new survey. Owners will be spending an average of £19.98 on their pets compared to just £14.78 on their best mates. While dads fared slightly better and can expect to receive an average spend…

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A third of UK owners never wash their pet

A third of British cat and dog owners never wash their pet, according to new research. The survey also found that a quarter of owners don’t regularly wash their pet’s food and water bowls. Nearly one in five (18 percent) of owners are happy to let their pet scoff food from family…

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Vet surgery evacuated after a ‘chemical incident’

A veterinary practice was evacuated after reports of ‘a strong smell of chemicals’. Medivet on Springfield Road, Chelmsford, called the emergency service just before 11am yesterday. Essex County Fire & Rescue service stated: “Firefighters were called to reports of a strong smell of chemicals at a veterinary practice in Chelmsford. “Three…

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Vet surgery evacuated after a ‘chemical incident’

A veterinary practice was evacuated after reports of ‘a strong smell of chemicals’. Medivet on Springfield Road, Chelmsford, called the emergency service just before 11am yesterday. Essex County Fire & Rescue service stated: “Firefighters were called to reports of a strong smell of chemicals at a veterinary practice in Chelmsford. “Three…

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Rebrand for Writtle University College

Writtle University College, the home of specialist horticulture and floristry departments, has officially launched its new name. Having achieved university college status earlier this year, Writtle University College (formerly Writtle College) unveiled a new brand identity and logo. Writtle University College gained Taught Degree Awarding Powers in 2015 and will be awarding its…

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A new name for Writtle University College

Writtle University College, a provider of courses in animal science, veterinary nursing and other pet-related subjects, has officially launched its new name. Having achieved university college status earlier this year, Writtle University College (formerly Writtle College) unveiled a new brand identity and logo. Writtle University College gained Taught Degree Awarding Powers…

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