North East's Best Companies 2025 Announced
Discover the standout North East businesses of 2025, from tech triumphs to green energy leaders, driving regional economic growth. Read the full list now.
Discover the standout North East businesses of 2025, from tech triumphs to green energy leaders, driving regional economic growth. Read the full list now.
Birmingham Hospice is opening a new community cafe, Hive In The Park, in the historic Rookery House in Erdington in early 2026. The 'warm and welcoming' space will offer cheap food and drink. Read more and find out how to volunteer.
Business owners are urged to start preparing now for a sale to beat a Capital Gains Tax increase in April 2026. Delays could cost tens of thousands. Expert advice inside.
The Junior Tour of Wales is rebranded as The John Richards Junior Tour for 2026. The three-day cycling event will feature new stages in Mid Wales, acting as a key launchpad for future stars.
As the King's Trust nears its 50th anniversary, new polling reveals deep public concern over youth joblessness in Wales. Director Sarah Jones calls for urgent collaboration to unlock potential.
UK small business owners express cautious optimism for 2026 but warn of a 'serious reality check' for the wider economy. Experts cite inflation, rates, and AI risks.
Allica Bank's Business Rewards Account offers UK companies high interest on idle cash and cashback on spending, potentially earning up to £10,000 annually. Discover how to make your business money work harder.
Welsh scaffolding business Spartan Scaffolding has secured a one-acre site at Newport Docks to boost storage and logistics, supporting growth across south Wales and England. Read more.
Unemployment in Wales has surged to 6.1%, affecting 94,000 people, while economic inactivity remains stubbornly high at 24.5%. Explore the latest ONS data and political reactions.
Swansea Council leader says the authority should not fear stepping in to run bus services directly as Wales rolls out new franchising legislation, aiming for a unified, reliable network by 2027.
Amazon-owned tech firm Veeqo has launched its new global headquarters in Swansea's 71/72 Kingsway, marking a £150m+ investment and tripling its workforce to over 200. Discover how this Welsh success story is driving growth.
North East IT firm Aspire Technology Solutions secures fresh investment, valuing the business at around £200m. Funding from LDC and Federated Hermes to fuel expansion and a £100m revenue target by 2030.
UK SMEs are missing out on thousands yearly as big banks pay minimal interest. Switching to a challenger like Allica Bank could earn up to 4.08% AER and cashback.
Compare the Google Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 9a on Vodafone Business. Discover which phone's AI, battery, and camera features best suit your business needs and budget.
Emmanuel Boamah, 19, who spent three years in care, now helps other young people through Walsall Council's £5m Youth Guarantee Trailblazer. Read his inspiring story.
Swansea University invites South Wales SME leaders to join the government-funded Help to Grow management programme in Jan 2026. Boost your business strategy and growth. Apply now.
Andrea Bishop takes the helm at BDO's Thames Valley and South West region, overseeing 500 staff and 43 partners. Discover her plans for growth in audit, tax, and consulting.
Raylo Business now offers the iPhone 17 and other Apple tech from just £19.81/month with no upfront cost. Flexible subscriptions help SMEs upgrade devices sustainably.
Vodafone Business launches exclusive Cyber Monday Google Pixel 10 Pro deal for small teams. Boost productivity with AI tools, lifetime warranty and superfast 5G.
New ONS figures show UK business R&D expenditure rose to £55.6bn in 2024. However, Wales contributed less than 2% of the total. Discover the regional breakdown and expert analysis.
Over half of UK business leaders plan to slow hiring following the Autumn Budget, with many fearing further tax rises. Discover the impact on corporate growth.
Azets announces 19 promotions in Newcastle, part of a wave of key appointments across the North East's professional services and trades sectors, signalling strong regional growth.
Falkland Islands-based Fortuna Ltd acquires Ocean Fish Group, Cornwall's oldest fishing business, aiming for £100m turnover by 2030 through global expansion.
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.
As the Development Bank of Wales marks £1bn in investments, analysis reveals its strategy is failing to support the high-growth companies vital for Wales's future economy. A major rethink is urgently needed.
Businesses can get the 2025 Apple iPad for just £7.49 monthly via Raylo's subscription plan. No upfront cost, flexible terms, and upgrade options. Exclusive Black Friday offer.
Self-employed workers in England sacrifice £3,000 annually on unpaid business admin. Discover how the new Making Tax Digital initiative aims to help and ease the burden.
North West business leaders give mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget, with many warning of a lack of growth strategy and concerns over regional investment. Read the full analysis.
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.