Do new starters need to have a probationary period contained in their employment contract?

Probationary periods are generally viewed by employers as an important and mutually beneficial part of an employment contract. This period of time at the...

Medlock FRB fits out new restaurant and bar near the iconic Cavern Club

A new restaurant and bar has opened opposite the iconic Cavern Club in Liverpool after a fit-out by leisure sector contractor Medlock FRB. Festival Food & Drink Grill is a 145-cover venue which has been developed at a cost of over £1m in a joint venture between the Cavern Club and the Bem Brasil restaurant chain.

Global Metals Supplier Expands Into New Steel City Premises

Global metals supplier, ICD Europe Ltd, celebrated their expansion by welcoming guests to the official opening of their new, purpose-built premises at Vantage Park in Sheffield. ICD Europe Ltd are experts in the procurement, processing and supply of a wide range of specialised metals and alloys.

Hull care organisation invests in learning and development

A Hull-based care organisation has appointed a new learning and development manager as part of its ongoing commitment to invest in its workforce. Not for profit organisation Hica Group, which has over 1600 staff, has appointed Sarah Jane Moody as learning and development manager.
Ian and Karen Riley in The Celebrity Gift Company’s new shop in Middlesbrough’s Dundas Market

Collectible Gifts Company Moves To Middlesbrough

The Celebrity Gift Company, which sources and sells collectible gifts from around the world, has opened its first shop in Middlesbrough’s Dundas Market.

Double-win for Tyneside digital collective with new talent and significant new business

Tyneside's disruptive digital collective, Cameo Digital, are celebrating further growth with a key client win from North East tech firm Notify Technology, and welcome senior North East marketing talent, Lauren Archer, to the business to expand service offering.

McGoff Group tops out at Back to the Garden

The McGoff Group has officially topped out at Back to the Garden, its exciting new day nursery on Sinderland Road in Broadheath, Altrincham.

Government’s Small Business Commissioner to visit North East to help address £2.5billion late payment...

The Government’s Small Business Commissioner will visit the North East in September as part of a crack-down on late payment to small firms. The Commissioner,...

North East England Tops UK Personal Insolvency Table For Tenth Successive Year

North East England has retained its unwanted place at the top of the national table for personal insolvency for the tenth successive year.

Leeds legal team achieves national recognition

Leeds-based team of legal experts – with a difference – has been highlighted as one of the most outstanding employment law firms in the...