WE ARE CHANGING!
As we are now part of Regenerate Pennine Lancashire, the next issue of this newsletter will be rebranded "Innovate". Look out for the new look newsletter next month.
Inventors Expo 2010
Developing an invention?
Looking for new products to manufacture or invest in?
Then this free event is for you!
Saturday March 20th 10am-4pm Enterprise Haven, Turf Moor, Burnley BB10 4BX
Startling new inventions from local inventors will be on show at this years Expo. Also on hand will be a range of experts to help inventors along the path to success. There will also be a number of informative talks on ways to get your ideas to market and secure investment in your ideas.... Read More.
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News
Low Carbon adviser
Envirolink Northwest has announced the appointment of Stuart James, Senior Business Development Manager based in Hyndburn. Stuart can provide dedicated technical support across the Pennine Lancashire area enhancing the uptake of low carbon technologies. To find out more and book a free appointment Email Stuart James or call 01254 300 460 
Free websites available
Getting British Business On-line (or, "GIBBO") is a joint initiative by Google, Enterprise UK, BT, e-skills UK and many other partners (and includes support from the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS)) to help small businesses create their first website and help them understand the opportunities offered by the Internet. If you are not too web savvy, then BT are offering a free telephone helpline to take you through the wizard...Read More
Innovation Vouchers
Innovation Vouchers are designed to help Northwest business owners, entrepreneurs and social enterprises to purchase a knowledge provider's expertise to develop innovation and enhance business. The next round of applications for Innovation Vouchers will be accepted during 5 April 2010 - 30 April 2010. Read more online and contact us for further advice and assistance in applying.
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Innovation & Technology Case Studies
Bill could come to the Aid of millions
 A Blackburn mans ingenuity in trying to help his sick wife
could provide a much-needed hand to millions of people who
have difficulty walking. Stair Aid is a specially adapted
bannister to which a bar can be attached, helping the user to get up
and down stairs safely. It can also be used along level areas for moving
around the home. Twin Valley Homes tenant Bill,
now 87, came up with the idea to help his late wife Betty, who had suffered
a stroke, to get around their home. Phil Richards, chief executive of
the Prospect Homes Group, passed the idea to the Innovation & Technology team of No Limits, who helped Bill to develop the idea.
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Watch the promotional film kindly created by local media company CREATV Broadcasts online.
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