Sam Spoors, founder of Morpeth-based Talentheads, shares her journey from corporate recruitment to building a 10-strong team. Discover her insights on sector evolution, work-life balance, and why the North East business community is second to none.
An Aldi customer went viral after discovering Heroes chocolates priced at £11.99 for 700g. The TikTok video sparked debate about Christmas treat inflation. Read more.
West of England business leaders warn Rachel Reeves' Budget will dampen investment and job creation. Read the full reaction from the region's key industries.
National Timber Group, the UK's largest independent timber distributor, enters administration with 561 redundancies and 13 site closures. Administrators launch urgent sale process.
North East business leaders deliver a mixed verdict on Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Winter Budget, with concerns over tax freezes but optimism for regional investment.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces alcohol duty will rise with inflation in the Autumn Budget, increasing costs for pub-goers and supermarket shoppers. Learn the full impact.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms alcohol duty will rise with inflation, making your pub pint more expensive. Discover the impact on pubs and industry reaction.
Discover Surrey Chambers of Commerce's December events including a Post-Budget Networking Breakfast and Annual Christmas Lunch. Connect with local businesses and gain crucial economic insights.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces tobacco duty rise above inflation in Autumn Budget. Find out how much more your cigarettes will cost from today.
Pets at Home warns urgent measures are needed to revive its retail division after profits fell by 33.5%. The group is returning to its retailing roots with a new turnaround plan.
Teesside logistics firm LV Shipping expands its North East footprint to 25,000sqft at Infinity Park, supporting new contracts and regional economic growth. Discover the details.
Crystal Academy: Aerial Arts and Dance CIC crowned Walsall's local winner in Sage's 'Behind the Badge' competition, winning match tickets and business support tools to help them thrive.
CC Balloons Wedding and Occasions, a family-run business from Rubery, has been crowned West Bromwich Albion's local winner in Sage's 'Behind the Badge' competition, winning match tickets and business software.
UK small business owners warn Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget could make operating 'untenable' with fears of tax hikes and red tape. Read their urgent concerns.
Food prices at nine major UK supermarkets could increase further due to potential tax hikes in the Autumn Budget. Learn how this affects your weekly shop.
A West Midlands programme has helped 2,000 SMEs secure £4.2m. Businesses urge its continuation as funding ends in March 2026. Read more and see how to attend the final summit.
Alliance Manchester Business School celebrates its 60th anniversary by launching a book calling for business schools to tackle society's biggest challenges, from climate change to inequality.
John Ward, 76, says his Stirchley greengrocer J&H Ward beats supermarkets on price and quality. He warns the community must support him now or the shop will close for good.
Hull & East Yorkshire Business Awards celebrated 25 years with multiple winners including Peter Brown's Lifetime Achievement honour. Discover the region's business champions.
Major North East firms including Hay & Kilner, True Potential and British Esports announce strategic appointments and promotions, signalling strong confidence in the region's economic future.
Barclays warns customers of sophisticated AI scams ahead of Black Friday. Gen Z most fearful, with 75% believing AI makes scams harder to spot. Learn how to stay safe.
Small Business Minister Blair McDougall outlines urgent government support for SMEs facing headwinds, defending tax decisions while promoting new Business Growth Service.
Family-run Nathaniel Cars celebrates selling its 20,000th new MG, projecting £125m revenue this year. Discover how this Welsh success story is accelerating growth.
Manchester Business Park near the airport has been acquired by Manchester Holdings Limited in a deal exceeding £19.5 million. The 195,000 sq ft estate is 94% let to major tenants including PZ Cussons and Emirates.
Business West appoints Douglas Ure as new chief executive, joining from Marsh McLennan in January. He succeeds Phil Smith who retires after 30+ years of service.
Irish TV star Vogue Williams enters I'm A Celebrity 2025. Discover her career, husband Spencer Matthews, three children, and her jungle phobias.
UK small businesses can get the iPhone 17 Pro Max for under £30/month with no upfront cost. This exclusive lease deal beats any Black Friday offer.
UK inflation fell to 3.6% in October, but households face a sharp 15% rise in whole milk costs. Discover the full impact on your shopping basket.
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October 2025, but experts warn this is the 'calm before the storm' ahead of the Autumn Budget. Read the full analysis.
UK inflation falls to 3.6% for the first time since March. Sir Keir Starmer welcomes the news but warns more work is needed on the cost of living. Read the full analysis.