Sally Gunnell Headlines Hertfordshire Women's Leadership Conference
Olympic champion Sally Gunnell OBE will be keynote speaker at Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce's Women in Leadership Conference and Awards celebrating International Women's Day.
Category : Business
Filtronic Sees Encouraging Start Despite Profit Fall
County Durham tech firm Filtronic reports an encouraging first half with flat revenue but lower profits, while securing major contracts and achieving a record order book.
Adderstone Group Expands to Falkland Islands with New Business
Newcastle-based Adderstone Group has launched a new construction company in the Falkland Islands, starting with a £1.5m hangar refurbishment project and planning further infrastructure work.
Perfect Photo Takes Three Attempts
Research reveals smartphone owners need three tries for the perfect shot, with bad lighting and poor camera quality as top frustrations.
New Tapas Restaurant Opening in Sutton Coldfield
Award-winning Baresca tapas restaurant is set to open at the former Bistrot Pierre site in Mere Green, bringing Spanish flavours and Barcelona-inspired atmosphere to Sutton Coldfield.
Dee Valley Real Ale Train Returns for 2026 Season
The popular Ales From Wales event returns to Llangollen and Corwen Railway in April 2026, offering a steam-hauled evening of Welsh real ales, live music, and scenic travel through the Dee Valley.
New Furniture Store Opens in Swindon's Brunel Centre
Home Clearance Outlet has opened a new furniture store in Swindon's Brunel Shopping Centre, occupying the former Poundland site. The 6,000 sq ft store offers affordable sofas, beds, and mattresses, marking the retailer's third branch expansion.
Manchester Construction: Deloitte Crane Survey 2026 Results
Deloitte's latest Crane Survey reveals Manchester's construction sector shows resilience with a strong pipeline, despite challenges in residential and office markets, while hotel and student accommodation sectors grow.
Inheritance Tax Warning Over Missing Pension Documents
UK households face serious inheritance delays if they cannot locate pension paperwork, with new rules bringing pensions into inheritance tax scope from 2027.
Next's £16 T-Shirt: Shoppers Buy Multiple Colours
Next shoppers are praising the Heavyweight Short Sleeve Crew Neck T-Shirt, calling it a 'wardrobe staple' and buying it in multiple colours. Available in 15 shades and sizes 6-26.
Loveholidays Sale: Holidays from £20 Per Night
A huge sale from Loveholidays offers seven-night holidays in Turkey, the Algarve, and Malta from around £20 per person per night, with deals running until February 8.
Welsh Hospitality Gets Business Rates Relief
Welsh Government announces 15% business rates relief for pubs, restaurants and music venues, while industry warns of systemic pressures threatening sector viability.
HMRC Refunds £46m to Overtaxed Pensioners
HM Revenue & Customs has repaid over £46 million to pensioners overtaxed on withdrawals, with average refunds around £3,388. Experts criticise the system's administrative burdens.
M&S First All-Collection Valentine's Meal Deal
Marks & Spencer introduces a UK-wide Valentine's Dine-In offer exclusively from its luxury M&S Collection range for £25, featuring premium starters, mains, and desserts.
Welsh SME Finance: Beyond Cautious Caricatures
Giles Thorley, CEO of Development Bank of Wales, argues against simplistic views of Welsh business caution. He analyses SME finance barriers, confidence gaps, and collaborative solutions for growth.
M&S 20% Off Brushed Cotton Bedding Sets
Marks & Spencer has reduced its Pure Brushed Cotton Bedding Set by 20%, with prices starting from £15.60. The set comes in 13 colours and features thermal regulation for year-round comfort.
Amazon Fire TV Crackdown Reaches UK Users
UK households using modified Amazon Fire TV Sticks are facing app blocks as Amazon's crackdown on illegal streaming reaches England, with thousands unable to access unlicensed content.
Lancashire Hotel Closes, All Staff Redundant
Guy's Thatched Hamlet, a 65-room hotel near Bilsborrow, Lancashire, has suddenly closed after 46 years of trading, leaving all staff redundant and local residents expressing sadness.
Pound Hits 5-Month High vs Euro, Strong Against Dollar
The Pound Sterling has surged to €1.16 against the Euro, its highest level since September 2025, while also performing robustly against the US Dollar. Financial experts attribute this rally to divergent central bank policies and European economic stagnati
7-Night UK Family Holiday Drops to £169
A discount code from Parkdean Resorts slashes the price of a seven-night family stay in Carmarthen Bay to just £169 for select dates through spring.
M&S £30 Knitted Top Praised as 'Dream' Fit
Shoppers are celebrating the Ribbed Collared Knitted Top from Marks & Spencer, lauding its flattering fit and versatile design, available in two classic colours for £30.
Bank of England Names First Fintech Scale-Up Cohort
The Bank of England has announced the inaugural cohort for its new Scale-Up regulatory unit, featuring fintech firms like Zopa and Allica Bank, aimed at accelerating UK fintech growth.
Amazon Removes Products Over Safety Risks
Amazon has removed four products from its marketplace due to serious health risks including electric shock and choking hazards, following Trading Standards intervention.
Birmingham Sweet Shop's Golden Ticket Giveaway
Ambala sweet shop launches nationwide competition with prizes including return flights to South Asia, free sweets for life, and year-long discounts across its 27 UK stores.
Major 2026 Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show at NEC
The Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show returns to NEC Birmingham from 17th to 22nd February 2026, featuring 700 leisure vehicles, 420 exhibitors, and extensive camping displays.
FCA Cuts Insurance Rates, Saving UK Households £157m
The Financial Conduct Authority's intervention has led to significant reductions in premium finance rates, saving consumers millions on car and home insurance payments.
1 Million Brits Face £100 HMRC Fine After Tax Deadline
HMRC confirms one million people missed the January 31 Self Assessment deadline, facing initial £100 penalties and escalating charges for late submission and payment.
Supermarkets Discuss £2 Weekly Food Support for Shoppers
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda and Aldi are exploring plans to offer £2 weekly top-ups to help customers with grocery costs through the Healthy Start scheme.
Bristol's Wilsons Named UK's Best Restaurant for 2026
SquareMeal reveals its 2026 list of the top 100 UK restaurants outside London, with Bristol's farm-to-table Wilsons taking the top spot. Manchester's Skof and Nottingham's Sat Bains follow.
Dovedale Valley: Peak District Gem Near Birmingham
Explore Dovedale, a stunning Peak District valley under two hours from Birmingham, featuring limestone ravines, scenic river walks, and iconic stepping stones across the River Dove.
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