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Andrew Merrell

Andrew was SoGlos Business Editor from January 2021 to July 2023 and has reported on Gloucestershire for more than two decades, much of that covering the county’s business community. Beginning as a journalist on local newspapers, he has edited regional and Gloucestershire business magazines and websites, has ran his own business and remains enthralled by and dedicated to championing the county.

Spicy new venue revealed at Gloucester Food Dock
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Spicy new venue revealed at Gloucester Food Dock

Gloucester Food Dock, one of the most hotly anticipated developments in the city, will be hosting its own new Mexican eatery –...
8 reasons why you should consider a career in insurance in Gloucestershire
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8 reasons why you should consider a career in insurance in Gloucestershire

From job security to variety, career development to job satisfaction, the world-wide insurance sector offers this and more – and...
£23.6 million transport scheme key to the Golden Valley Development is complete
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£23.6 million transport scheme key to the Golden Valley Development is complete

A multi-million transport plan key to Gloucestershire delivering the £400 million Golden Valley Development – and a scheme...
Gloucestershire university’s master’s degree gets seal of approval from National Cyber Security Centre
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Gloucestershire university’s master’s degree gets seal of approval from National Cyber Security Centre

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), a part of GCHQ, has certified the master’s degree in cyber security at University of...
Royal’s favourite Gloucestershire fashion brand celebrates record turnover with a part in Platinum Jubilee celebrations
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Royal’s favourite Gloucestershire fashion brand celebrates record turnover with a part in Platinum Jubilee celebrations

Proud British fashion brand and favourite of the Duchess of Cambridge, Gloucestershire business Holland Cooper has rounded off a...
Gloucestershire communications specialist recognised in prestigious 30-under-30 list
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Gloucestershire communications specialist recognised in prestigious 30-under-30 list

A communications specialist from Gloucestershire has been recognised in a prestigious list of the top 30 public relations...
Small businesses in Gloucestershire must now pass on costs to customers, according to Business West
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Small businesses in Gloucestershire must now pass on costs to customers, according to Business West

Business West is increasing the pressure on government to step in and help small UK businesses, warning firms can no longer absorb...
County firm’s major new Gloucester headquarters will have a running track, gym and restaurant
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County firm’s major new Gloucester headquarters will have a running track, gym and restaurant

A new headquarters for one of Gloucestershire’s fastest growing firms will provide not just 167,000 square foot of office and...
Gloucestershire student’s business idea wins £10,000 start-up investment
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Gloucestershire student’s business idea wins £10,000 start-up investment

A 22-year-old student at the Royal Agricultural University in Cirencester has won £10,000 and mentoring to help her start not one,...
The University of Gloucestershire is set to bring thousands more students to Gloucestershire
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The University of Gloucestershire is set to bring thousands more students to Gloucestershire

Two multi-million-pound funding wins and the headline-grabbing redevelopment of Gloucester’s former Debenhams store are all part...
£4.48m Gloucestershire Digital Skills Centre opens
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£4.48m Gloucestershire Digital Skills Centre opens

A new £4.48 million skills centre set to ‘transform digital education’ in Gloucestershire has been officially opened at...
There’s still time to enter SGGBA 2022 – but not for long
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There’s still time to enter SGGBA 2022 – but not for long

Time is running out fast if you want to enter the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2022 and be part of what promises to be...
12 reasons to become a chartered manager degree apprentice
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12 reasons to become a chartered manager degree apprentice

Once, only those starting out became apprentices. But increasingly, senior business leaders are developing themselves and their...
New business park development in Gloucestershire is set to create hundreds of jobs
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New business park development in Gloucestershire is set to create hundreds of jobs

Planners have given the go ahead for two new business premises in Stonehouse – an £11 million development that could generate...
British manufacturer champions the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards
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British manufacturer champions the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards

One of the winners from last year’s inaugural SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards has paid tribute to the thrill of seeing his...
An American-style burger joint is joining Gloucester Food Dock
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An American-style burger joint is joining Gloucester Food Dock

The latest eatery to join Gloucester Food Dock has been announced, in what’s expected to be an exciting succession of grand...
Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: May 2022
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Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: May 2022

From the top jobs at Mike Burton Group and the University of Gloucestershire to pivotal roles at Marketing Cheltenham and...
Iconic Gloucestershire hotel is sold to Paris-based hotel group
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Iconic Gloucestershire hotel is sold to Paris-based hotel group

One of Gloucestershire’s most celebrated and admired hotels, Cowley Manor, has been sold to French hospitality group, Experimental...
Gloucester Food Dock project reaches milestone
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Gloucester Food Dock project reaches milestone

A landmark moment in the £3.5 million development that is Gloucestershire Food Dock has been reached, with the owners able to...
11 organisations to go to for advice on starting a business
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11 organisations to go to for advice on starting a business

Gloucestershire is blessed with groups that can help when it comes to setting up a business. SoGlos has teamed up with one of...
Multi-million-pound runway work launches new chapter for Gloucestershire Airport
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Multi-million-pound runway work launches new chapter for Gloucestershire Airport

With upgrades worth £8 million now complete, Gloucestershire Airport – which claims to be the UK’s busiest general aviation...
Non Solo Pasta to launch Italian restaurant in Stroud
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Non Solo Pasta to launch Italian restaurant in Stroud

After starting their business almost ‘by accident’ on a stall at Cirencester Farmer’s Market, an Italian couple from the Cotswolds...
Gloucestershire brewery wins first place at regional beer awards
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Gloucestershire brewery wins first place at regional beer awards

One of Gloucestershire’s favourite breweries, DEYA Brewing Company, has won first place at the highly regarded SIBA Wales & West...
Pro Global launches Gloucestershire graduate and apprenticeship drive
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Pro Global launches Gloucestershire graduate and apprenticeship drive

Gloucester-based insurance services firm Pro Global, that has dealt with everything from policies for footballers’ legs to cruise...
10 sector leaders on the benefits of a senior leadership degree apprenticeship
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10 sector leaders on the benefits of a senior leadership degree apprenticeship

An increasing number of managers are turning to senior leadership degree apprenticeships at the University of Gloucestershire to...
England Rugby shirtmaker deal boosts revenues at Gloucestershire firm
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England Rugby shirtmaker deal boosts revenues at Gloucestershire firm

England Rugby players could soon be joining footballers at some of the world’s top clubs and taking to the pitch with a special...
Queen’s Speech further boosts a united and positive Gloucestershire
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Queen’s Speech further boosts a united and positive Gloucestershire

Positives in the Queen’s Speech will benefit the county and its significant visitor economy, already united and ready for one of...
Soaring post-pandemic sales for Superdry
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Soaring post-pandemic sales for Superdry

A near 60 per cent rise in sales in the last 12 months has given Julian Dunkerton cause to be confident about Superdry’s return to...
Gloucestershire engineering firm grows and invests despite losing £2 million from Russia
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Gloucestershire engineering firm grows and invests despite losing £2 million from Russia

Ceasing all trading with Russia and Belarus has cost Renishaw £2 million, but 2022 will go down as a year of considerable growth...
Gloucestershire firm offering £1 million to charities
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Gloucestershire firm offering £1 million to charities

This is your chance to nominate a charity close to your heart and win that good cause a share of £1 million pledged by one of...