8,000 firms in Lancashire feeling the pinch says Begbies Traynor

Research by the Preston office of Begbies Traynor reveals that more than 8,000 firms in the region are suffering 'significant distress' as hot summer and Brexit uncertainty bites.

Job creation to fuel 0800 Repair’s Yorkshire expansion

Heating, insulation and renewables firm 0800 Repair is targeting expansion into Yorkshire, with the creation of new jobs for its growing social housing division. Headquartered...

Manchester engineer achieves professional award

Manchester engineer, Abdul Hai, has been awarded membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the oldest professional engineering association in the world. Abdul currently...

Northumberland College apprentice of the year reaches new heights at Hauxwell Hall

A young student’s dedication to learning the traditional skills of a woodsman in his spare time when not attending school has, years later, paid...

Investment helps small businesses tackle digital tax

Changes to the way businesses pay tax have led Leeds-based accountants and business advisers Hentons to invest heavily in its online and digital services.

North East accountancy firm goes from strength to strength with key appointments, promotions and...

Market-leading accounting and business advisory firm, Baldwins, a CogitalGroup company, has expanded its accounting and audit team to satisfy increasing demand for its services across the region.

Newcastle Building Society launches Lifetime ISA

Newcastle Building Society has launched a cash Lifetime ISA, which is available at a market leading variable rate of 1.10% Gross/AER.

Latimer Hinks celebrates 125th anniversary with successful fundraising appeal

Latimer Hinks, one of the region’s leading solicitors, is calling time on its innovative 125 Challenge and has raised more than £2000, with further...

Rhodar ‘Hikes & Paddles’ to raise thousands for WellChild

Leeds-based specialist enabling works provider, Rhodar, has delivered a £10,000 donation to WellChild, the national charity for children with exceptional health needs, through its...

North East housebuilder holds storytelling event for County Durham Primary School pupils

Local housebuilder, Barratt Homes North East, recently partnered with North Park Primary School to host a day of storytelling in celebration of the work of author, Julia Donaldson and to highlight the importance of reading. The event, which involved