South Western and South Wales YPN
Welcome to the South Western and South Wales YPN page
The SW&SW branch is collaborating closely with the SW&SW YPN to develop activities across the region, particularly in and around Bristol, Cardiff and Oxford. The branch has also recently created a South West Peninsular group, incorporating places such as Exeter and Falmouth. If you would like to join the committee, please do get in touch. We hope to see you at a local event soon.
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Committee contact
To contact the branch, please email ypnswsw@energyinst.org.
Events and training
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Publications and documents
11 Jun 2018
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11 Jun 2018
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South Wales Hub Launch Event Flyer 1
11 Jun 2018
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11 Jun 2018
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