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TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL
Digital democracy project shows Labour twice as likely as Conservatives to...
Data from a North East democracy app has revealed that Labour MPs are two-and-a-half times more likely to engage with voters digitally than their Conservative counterparts – and four times more likely than Liberal Democrats.
Secarma Appoints Ex-military Ethical Hacker as Technical Director
Cybersecurity firm Secarma Ltd has appointed an influential ex-military cybersecurity expert as Technical Director, as it looks to bolster its growing cloud security division. The...
MARKETING & PR
Dinosaur creates new rap video campaign for Pets at Home
Pets at Home have launched a social-first campaign to advertise their VIP Subscribe & Save flea treatment. The campaign shows two pets, K-9 and...
Unwritten celebrate five years by announcing scale up plans with new...
As a result of new contract wins and a growing demand for an integrated approach to marketing, communications agency, Unwritten, welcomes three new team members in senior management roles.
MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRY
Offshore engineering firm expands following management buyout
A Newcastle-based offshore engineering firm has expanded and rebranded following an impressive 12 months of growth and a management buyout.
Initial Packaging acquires second site
Polythene packaging manufacturer Initial Packaging Solutions Ltd has expanded into a second site at Towngate PLC’s Business Centre on Everite Road, Widnes. The fast-growing firm...
BUSINESS EVENTS
Food and drink producers key speakers at Leeds manufacturing event
The Leeds Manufacturing Festival, a programme of events showcasing careers in manufacturing and helping firms open their doors to students across the city, is inviting employers to attend a networking session this month.
York Becomes Destination of Choice for Business
The Yorkshire Mafia (YM) has chosen York as its next destination of choice, bringing together local businesses from across the region as its popular...
NORTHERN POWERHOUSE
Power in partnership as the Humber drives sustainable growth
Delegates at an event staged by the Marketing Humber place marketing organisation were told the Humber estuary is uniquely positioned to contribute to the growth of the North and become a global leader in combating climate change.
MEPC Signs Pre-Let on Office Space at 4 Wellington Place Leeds...
Developer and Asset Manager, MEPC, has announced that The Stars Group, owner of Sky Betting & Gaming and other global betting and gaming brands,...
STARTUPS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Things To Think About When Going Freelance If You ‘Want To...
It’s now predicted that freelancers make up at least 15% of the population. But in light of National Freelance Day, Mike Parkes of GoSimpleTax - wants to take this opportunity to give advice for those freelancing on how to make it.
Business set up by cyclists for cyclists pedals up growth plans
Premier cycling skincare brand, Veloskin has teamed up with ecommerce and business growth experts as it announces ambitious plans to significantly scale the company and build its global customer base over the next three years.
LEISURE TIME
Local pet shop business invited to Vue Cheshire Oaks for special...
Vue Cheshire Oaks was the place to be for pet lovers this Monday, as team members at a local pet shop gathered for a screening of The Secret Life of Pets 2.
Challengers, are you ready? Walltown Warrior is coming to Northumberland National...
This September, prepare to run, crawl, scramble and slide as the first-ever ‘Walltown Warrior’ event descends on Northumberland. A brand-new challenge designed to encourage warriors...
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AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
Women in Property Yorkshire & North East celebrates regional property and...
Leeds Beckett and University of Sheffield students named regional winners of Women in Property awards
Flaxby Park developer crowned with OBE
The developer behind plans to transform a disused golf course close to Harrogate into an exciting and sustainable new community, has been recognised by The Queen, and awarded an OBE.
RETAIL
Greenwood Retail toasts landmark 1,000th Sales Event
“Greenwood Retail hosts around 50 to 60 sales events each year, and each one is meticulously planned for maximum impact and client ROI.”
Business students help award-winning artisan gin maker craft strategy for growth
Based in Alnwick, the Northumberland Spirit Company has grown from humble beginnings, producing its first blend of hand-crafted Alnwick Gin from a potting shed...
FOOD & DRINK
Delifonseca Welcomes Merseyside Fundraisers As They Ride Into Liverpool
Delifonseca is set to greet Dockside’s butcher Callum Edge and army veteran Craig Lundberg as part of their charity tandem bike ride that will...
Holbeck Ghyll listed in the 2019 National Restaurant Awards Top 100...
The team at Holbeck Ghyll learned last night (10th June) that they had been included in the top 100 restaurants in the UK. The 12th annual National Restaurant Awards held at London’s Hurlingham Club.
FINANCE & INVESTMENTS
Profit & Hops For Leeds Accountancy Firm in 100th Anniversary Year
Leeds-based Chartered Accountants Brown Butler has continued celebrating its centenary by launching a specially brewed ale. Brown Butler is one of the largest...
Clarion Lawyer Achieves STEP Advanced Certificate
Associate Sarah Berry is the latest lawyer in Clarion’s private client team to achieve a highly respected qualification from the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP).
PROPERTY & CONSTRUCTION
Award winning developer starts on site at new Gateshead regeneration project
Award winning partnership home builder, Keepmoat Homes, has started work on 183 new homes in Blaydon.
Plans for architect’s victorian vision at Great Park submitted
Plans for the first bespoke designed home at Gosforth’s Great Park, which echoes traditional Victorian design styles, have been submitted for approval. The news is...
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Housebuilder to install innovative swift bricks across North East developments
Local housebuilder, Barratt Developments, is set to install swift bricks across a selection of its developments within the North East, in an aim to boost the numbers of swifts in the area.
Commercial property vendors in Manchester taking more control of sales process
A third of surveys undertaken as part of the transaction process on commercial property in Manchester and the North West are now being instructed...
Tyne Tunnel seeks local community groups to join the ‘herd’ for the Elmer Trail
TT2 Limited, the operators of the Tyne Tunnels, is swapping trucks for trunks as it announces it will be one of the local businesses...
Harrogate resident scoops £6,000 easy access bathroom as company celebrates continued growth
Home improvement specialist Passmore Group has announced the winner of its latest competition to win a brand new easy access bathroom. Harrogate resident, Richard Matthews,...
South Tyneside Dementia Group Evoking Memories Thanks to Venator Together Fund
The Living Well with Dementia Project in Hebburn has stepped back in time at Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, to help its members recall old memories and make news ones with their families.
McAlister Family Law bolsters leading children law teams with new recruits
McAlister Family Law hires four more in response to overwhelming demand for its children law services.
Young Digital Agency Set For Growth With Office Move
Following significant growth, Beanie Media have relocated to offices in Dewsbury to allow for further expansion. Beanie Media, a digital marketing agency which specialises in...
Ahead Partnership and Wellington Place team up to inspire Women of the Future
Social enterprise Ahead Partnership has formed a new partnership with Developer and Asset Manager, MEPC, with the aim of supporting diversity and to engage students from disadvantaged areas of the city.
Seaward strengthens senior team with new appointments
UK electrical safety testing expert Seaward Electronic has made two new appointments to its board of directors.
Insolvency Risk In North East Professional Services Sector Hits Lowest Level For A Year
The proportion of North East professional services sector firms with a raised risk of insolvency has fallen to its lowest level in a year, according to insolvency and restructuring trade body R3’s latest research.