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.

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Three major national sports associations back new £2 million pound facility in Stroud

Sport England, the Football Association and the Rugby Football Union have teamed up to back a new £1.8 million sports centre in...
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Engineering firm on board to help UK sailing team win the America's Cup

Helping to build a yacht that can travel faster than the wind, a Gloucestershire firm is lending its world-class engineering and...
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How to hire an architect you can trust

Finding a good team for your building project can be a daunting task. David Wint of Gloucestershire firm Roberts Limbrick explains...
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£6 million Gloucester city centre flats could unearth historic treasures

A London developer has revealed big plans for the middle of Gloucester — 55 new flats on the former Sainsbury’s supermarket site —...
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What is an IT disaster recovery plan and why does your business need one?

If your business is online, no matter how good its security, it could suffer a cyber attack. To understand how to get through one,...
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Dream job up for grabs at Hartpury University and Hartpury College

If you're passionate about providing outstanding careers support for young people, then Hartpury University and Hartpury College...
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The Forest of Dean to welcome special royal guest

A construction school in the Forest of Dean will welcome a very special guest this week, as Princess Anne accepts an invite to...
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Exciting new deal for fast-growing Cheltenham tech company sees expansion into the Asia-Pacific market

An impressive new deal with an Australian firm is set to supercharge international growth at an innovative Gloucestershire...
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World’s biggest wine merchant partners with Gloucestershire recruitment expert

A multi-million pound organisation, which is considered the world's biggest wine merchant, has signed an exclusive deal with a...
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There is still time to enter the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 2023

The deadline for entries to this year's SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards is fast approaching, but county companies and...
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Celebrating 30 years of Gloucestershire Young Carers

‘These are not young people who empty the dishwasher or make tea for their parents on their birthdays. Their families rely on them...
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Success continues to create jobs at Gloucestershire global engineering firm

After a year of enviable growth, Prima Dental’s prediction of more to come in 2023 is proving as accurate as its precision...
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Sewage powered planes on the horizon thanks to £5 million investment

Airlines of the future could take to the skies powered by fuel made from sewage sludge after a game-changing deal was signed...
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Historic law firm unveils its new Gloucestershire headquarters

One of Gloucestershire’s oldest law firms has underlined its commitment to the county, unveiling a new headquarters at the heart...
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Gloucestershire law firm says 100 deals worth £600 million is just the beginning

Cheltenham law firm BPE has revealed it was involved in 100 corporate deals last year, worth £600 million ­– and it predicts more...
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Gloucestershire business lessons: Everything else is replaceable – people aren't

In the second of a new series of Gloucestershire business lessons, in partnership with Nimble Elearning, SoGlos speaks to Clare...
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Gloucestershire bowling centre reveals major upgrade after £750,000 investment

The owner of Tenpin Gloucester, the indoor bowling alley and soft play area, has unveiled a major investment in the popular city...
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One of Gloucestershire’s 'best pubs' goes up for sale

The Gloucester Old Spot, lauded as one of the top three pubs in Gloucestershire and a winner of the Good Food and Real Ale Awards,...
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Turnover forecast to rise to £6 million at Gloucester accountants

An accountancy and business advisory practice in Gloucestershire is on track to increase annual turnover by 30 per cent to £6...
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Cotswolds coffee company is opening a £1 million roastery and café

A fast-growing coffee business has laid down a bold statement of intent with a £1 million investment in a new roastery and...
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Gloucestershire business appointments round-up: April 2023

From the first ever female director at GCHQ to the Gloucestershire MP who is now a secretary of state – plus the county professor...
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Gloucester Quays bucks national trend with rising sales

Gloucester Quays said shoppers and visitors to the city centre waterside outlet and leisure centre had helped it deliver strong...
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Go Ape reveals how a Gloucestershire firm is key to its growth

The dilemma of how best to deliver vital staff training to its rapidly expanding network of high-ropes adventure sites could have...
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‘Diverse board’ helps Gloucestershire FTSE 100 firm deliver 20 per cent growth

One of Gloucestershire's biggest private employers has used a year of successful financial results — including turnover rising to...
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Cotswold business celebrates its best ever quarter as CEO is shortlisted for national award

His Gloucestershire business has just enjoyed its best ever quarter, crowning 12 months of 100 per cent growth – and now James...
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The man driving the fast-growing Gloucestershire cyber firm aiding the NHS

Steve Brigden is the face of Cylera UK, the Gloucestershire-based cyber firm which provides a centralised cyber security solution...
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9 reasons Gloucestershire businesses should consider online training

Whether compliance is the watchword; training is in your company's DNA; or you simply have courses you need to delivery quickly...
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Gloucestershire businesses explain how flexible office space is helping them grow

A former Bank of England building in the centre of Gloucester is proving to be an incubator for local businesses, with SoGlos...
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The pioneer helping make Gloucestershire College a leader in IT and cyber apprenticeships

As an apprentice engineer, Mikela Lowthian was one of just a few women in her chosen field. Now a vastly experienced trainer, she...
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Why a property consultant is vital to the success of a building project

If you’re looking for a challenge that could test you and your bank beyond breaking, it is a building project. Lee Creese of Six...