Hull Manufacturer Folds Following £585k Dispute
Kingston Modular Systems in Hull enters administration, resulting in 62 redundancies after a client withheld £585,000, causing critical cash flow issues. Discover the full story behind the collapse.
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Policy Centre to Boost UK Manufacturing SMEs
A new independent Policy Centre aims to give 325,000 manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government policy, driving growth and future-proofing British industry.
Magnum invests £50m in Gloucester ice cream factory
Ice cream giant Magnum is injecting £50 million into its Gloucester plant, boosting production of Twister and Solero. This major investment secures the future of the nearly 500-strong workforce.
Premier Modular Secures £1bn NHS Framework Spot
East Yorkshire's Premier Modular has been appointed to a £1bn NHS framework, positioning it to deliver vital modular buildings for healthcare and public services across the UK.
North East Business Appointments Fuel Regional Growth
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.
Moralbox secures £550k for AI training tech
Sunderland's Moralbox has raised £550,000 to scale its AI-powered training and compliance platform, helping high-risk industries manage workforce skills in real-time. Discover their growth plans.
Nissan Leaf qualifies for £3,750 UK government grant
The new Nissan Leaf, built in Sunderland, now qualifies for the £3,750 government EV grant. Boasting a 386-mile range, it offers an accessible route to electric motoring. Discover the benefits.
Stark opens Swindon drone factory, creating 100 jobs
German defence firm Stark launches a new 40,000 sq ft military drone factory in Swindon, creating over 100 skilled jobs and boosting UK sovereign defence production.
Lorde Headlines All Points East 2026: Get Tickets
Two-time GRAMMY winner Lorde will headline All Points East 2026 on Saturday 22nd August. Discover the female-led line-up and how to get your tickets on 20th November.
How Your Donations Help North East Disabled Children
Discover how The Sunshine Fund uses donations for specialist equipment like sensory bundles, communication aids and the revolutionary Exopulse Suit to directly improve lives of disabled children in the North East.
Airbus launches second share buyback tranche
Airbus launches the second phase of its share buyback programme to support employee ownership, following a major aircraft order at the Dubai Airshow. Discover the details.
Amber snow warning for England as 25cm forecast
The Met Office issues an 18-hour amber snow warning for North East England with up to 25cm forecast, causing potential travel disruption and power cuts. Stay informed.
300+ jobs lost in North East construction firm collapse
Cramlington-based modular construction firm Merit enters administration, resulting in over 300 redundancies and halting work on major projects like Berwick Infirmary. Administrators seek solutions.
Unilever proposes 50 job cuts in Wirral
Unilever confirms plans to cut around 50 roles at its Port Sunlight factory in Wirral to 'maximise efficiencies'. Read the full story on the proposed redundancies.
Reacta Healthcare's Global Expansion Backed by Wales
Deeside-based Reacta Healthcare, backed by £2.8m from the Development Bank of Wales, is expanding its global reach with new pharmaceutical-grade food allergy diagnostics. Discover how this Welsh firm is transforming patient care worldwide.
15 England regions face snow in Met Office warning
The Met Office has issued a 15-hour yellow weather warning for snow and ice affecting 15 parts of England. Discover which regions are impacted and travel advice.
Lorde to Headline All Points East Festival 2026
Lorde will headline All Points East 2026 in London's Victoria Park on August 22. Discover the support acts and get ticket details for the unmissable festival.
Smiths Engineering Expands with 50 New Birmingham Roles
Historic engineering giant Smiths is creating 50 new UK jobs, opening a Birmingham hub at 60 Church Street. Apply now for apprenticeships and corporate roles via their careers website.
Key North East appointments fuel business growth
From retail to law, discover the latest executive moves and graduate hires shaping the future of North East business. Meet the leaders driving regional ambition.
JLR hack costs £200m after factory shutdown
Jaguar Land Rover reveals £200m cost from UK's biggest cyber attack that halted production for five weeks. Discover how the hack impacted Britain's largest car manufacturer.
Jaguar Land Rover reports £500m loss after cyber attack
Jaguar Land Rover posts a £485m quarterly loss following a major September cyber attack that halted UK production for five weeks. CEO confirms recovery is underway.
Sunshine Fund's Record Sport Quiz for Local Children
The Sunshine Fund prepares for a record-breaking Question of Sport quiz night at The Grand Hotel, Gosforth Park to raise vital funds for children with disabilities in the North East.
Atom Valley scheme launches with 20,000 jobs pledge
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham launches the Atom Valley scheme in Rochdale, set to create 20,000 jobs. Discover how this major regeneration project aims to transform the region's economy.
100 New Jobs in South West Defence Manufacturing
A Bristol defence tech firm and London manufacturer are creating 100 jobs across South West England. This joint venture boosts sovereign UK manufacturing of advanced sensing systems for national security.
£350m North East business investment funds launched
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness has launched new £350m investment funds to create 2,300 jobs and support over 470 small businesses across the region. Apply now to grow your business.
Spirax warns Trump tariffs hit business confidence
FTSE-100 manufacturer Spirax Group reports global trade uncertainty is dampening confidence but maintains its full-year growth forecast. Discover the impact on UK manufacturing.
350 UK jobs at risk in car parts factory closures
Japanese firm NSK plans to close two UK car parts factories, putting 350 jobs at risk. Unions vow to fight the closures in County Durham. Read the full story.
BAE Systems: US Shutdown May Delay Payments
Europe's top defence contractor, BAE Systems, warns the record US government shutdown could delay contract funding and payments. Read the latest on the potential impact.
Somerset helicopter factory future under threat
Leonardo warns its Yeovil helicopter plant, the UK's last of its kind, risks closure unless a £1bn Ministry of Defence contract is secured. Thousands of jobs at stake.
North East economy returns to growth, survey says
The North East economy has returned to growth, outpacing the UK average. Business confidence hits a four-year high, fuelling renewed employment. Discover the key findings.
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