A team of Strode College A level students recently came first in the South West regional heat of the Bank of England’s ‘Target Two Point Zero’ economics challenge. Ten teams competed by taking on the role the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee. They had to assess economic conditions and set an interest rate to meet the Government’s inflation target of 2.0%. Full story: Read more
FLYING CARPET ENDS LONG WEEK ON A HIGH NOTE
Lawrences’ Winter Fine auction spanned four days and comprised 2700 lots so it was a joy to see that the week’s highest price was reserved for the very last lot. Following on from the pictures auction, works of art, clocks and furniture finished off a busy Friday (20th). Full story: Read more
Free Taster Sessions from Somerset Advanced Motorcyclists
Free Taster Sessions, a young rider rebate of 50%, and a chance to practice slow riding skills will be offered to all local riders by Somerset Advanced Motorcyclists (SAM) at their group’s stand at the 2017 Bristol Classic Bike Show over the weekend of February 4th & 5th. Full Story: Read more