Develop North launches £58m fundraise for North East
Property investor Develop North aims to raise £58m, targeting £300m in assets under management to drive regeneration and job creation in the North East. Read the full strategy.
Property investor Develop North aims to raise £58m, targeting £300m in assets under management to drive regeneration and job creation in the North East. Read the full strategy.
The 'coolest' Birmingham suburb, Digbeth, is ranked second best place to live in 2026. Discover its transformation, £250k average house prices, and vibrant culture.
A key business survey shows North East firms reported a rebound in demand in December, with new orders rising and confidence improving for 2026. Read the full regional economic analysis.
A £10.4m project to transform Anglesey's former Amlwch Marine Terminal Building and create new business units has been approved, set to create 95 jobs and deliver a £33.9m economic boost. Read the full details.
Newcastle law firm Ward Hadaway celebrates record financial results with turnover up 11.6% to £53.6m. Strong growth across all offices and key practice areas. Read the full story.
Major North East firms including Sintons, RG Corporate Finance, and OnPath Energy announce strategic new hires, signalling regional expansion and sector specialisation. Discover the latest business moves.
Regional law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has been ranked in the 'Elite' top 10 of the Chambers Student 2026 Guide for trainee solicitor satisfaction. Discover why their training programme excels.
Liverpool's iconic Littlewoods building could finally become a film studio with a 'cocktail of funding', including council borrowing. Read the latest on this landmark regeneration scheme.
Two former Conservative councillors in Walsall, Jade and Lee Chapman, have been appointed as regional directors for the emerging right-wing party Advance UK. Discover the details of the party's national expansion.
Construction starts on a £32m project to build over 300 homes in Oldham, with 75 for social rent. The 'car-free' towers will revitalise a long-vacant site. Read more about this major regeneration.
A huge 17,000 sq ft co-working space, Patch Gloucester, has officially launched at the £107m Forum regeneration site, offering private offices, wellness lounges and event spaces to boost city centre business.
Stunning CGI images show how Birmingham could look in 2045, with HS2, a regenerated Digbeth, and new sports quarter. See the ambitious vision for the city's future.
Lifestyle experts Muddy Stilettos name the eight most desirable spots in the West Midlands for 2026, from Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter to Solihull. Discover the top areas for property, commuting, and lifestyle.
Exclusive data reveals a dramatic spike in UK wildfires during spring and summer 2025, with several regions seeing their highest-ever recorded numbers. Discover the regional breakdown and what it means.
A Detective Chief Superintendent, a police investigator, and a volunteer chaplain from West Yorkshire Police have been recognised in the King's 2026 New Year Honours List for exceptional service.
West Midlands Mayor Andy Street reflects on his tenure, highlighting transport wins, housing progress, and the battle for more devolved powers. Read his full vision for the region.
Dudley Council outlines major regeneration projects for 2026, including a new bus station and Metro link, while confirming council tax will rise by 4.9%. Explore the key developments.
Rawtenstall and Bacup markets are set for major revamps in 2026, part of a wider town centre transformation across Rossendale. Discover the plans and timelines for your area.
Passengers warned of rising ticket costs as regional airports face unprecedented business rates increases from 2026, with Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham among the hardest hit.
From a £1bn battery plant to a £50m engineering buyout, discover the 10 biggest investments and acquisitions that shaped the North East economy in 2025. Explore the details here.
Birmingham's skyline is set for a dramatic overhaul with five multi-million-pound regeneration schemes. Discover how Smithfield, Martineau Galleries, and other projects will deliver thousands of homes and jobs.
Regeneration boss Tim Heatley outlines a £860M, 2,500-home vision for suburban living in Greater Manchester's overlooked towns, citing strong demand and affordable rents.
Birmingham's landscape is set for a dramatic overhaul as five major schemes, including a new stadium and market demolition, received planning approval in 2025. Discover the details.
A detailed look at the major projects across Walsall, from town centre regeneration to new railway stations, as the borough's £1.5bn transformation programme advances into 2026.
New data reveals a stark regional divide in UK EV charger availability, making the switch to electric cars 'impossible' for many. Experts demand a national strategy to end the inequality.
Rochdale Borough celebrates a year of triumphs, from gold medals at North West in Bloom to major regeneration projects and vital community support. Discover the highlights of 2025.
Tamworth's £21.65m regeneration project is finished, linking historic sites and creating new spaces for business to boost footfall. See the transformation.
Discover the standout North East businesses of 2025, from tech triumphs to green energy leaders, driving regional economic growth. Read the full list now.
Walsall Council confirms demolition of key buildings to start in early 2026, paving the way for a new public plaza with a big screen. Locals share mixed views on the regeneration plans.
Demolition work to clear buildings for a new public plaza in Walsall town centre is on track for early 2026. See the plans and hear from locals about the regeneration.