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hristmas is not too far away now and businesses across the area will already be deciding what sort of bash they should be having this
festive season. But before you make any decisions, read
all about the legal implications of an office Christmas party on page 22. We’ve also been investiagting Monmouthshire
and finding out why it is such a great place to do business. We’ve found a fishmonger who has a facebook
shop and spoken to three business start-ups to hear about their experiences. On page 16 you’ll find out all about flexible working policies and how they can help you keep
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your workforce working. And we discover
what makes a great PA. Our five partners
– Kymin, University of Wales, Newport, Harding Evans, Parker and Co and Purnells – have answered three hot questions for us. We’ve also delved into the world of commercial
property finding out the pros and cons or renting or buying. And we’ve been to lots of different events with
our camera – so you’ll have to check if you’ve been snapped!
Jo Barnes Editor
The calm before the storm
11 University offerings 12 The legal perspective 14 Financial focus 16 How flexible are you? 19
All for charity
20 Trying out f-commerce 22 Get ready for Christmas 24 PAs and your business 26
All about Monmouthshire Issue2
Editor: Jo Barnes Contact: 01633 777240 e-mail:
jo.barnes@
gwent-wales.co.uk Designers: Darren James and Giovanni Lao Advertising: Graham Harris 01633 777135 or Samantha Taylor 01633 777145
30 Hot topics 32 Three start-ups 34 Going green 38 To rent or buy? 40 Food, gadgets and games 43 Me and my motor 44 Out and about 50 Dylan Matthews, of The Celtic Manor Resort, answers 20 questions
business THE QUARTER 20 38 40 THEbusiness QUARTER 3
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