Bharat Jogia, 71, ignored a 13-year director ban after defrauding HMRC of £2m, continuing to control two companies for over five years, accumulating £445k in tax debts. He and his wife received suspended sentences.
Helene Hall takes the helm at Surrey Chambers of Commerce, aiming to boost local business support through digital innovation, data-driven strategies, and enhanced networking opportunities.
Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce appoints Wayne Jones OBE as its new chair, marking a pivotal moment for the reborn business group as it enters its first full financial year under new ownership.
Tyneside tech firm Aspire Technology Solutions has acquired Scottish managed service provider NVT Group, marking its third acquisition in two years and boosting its UK expansion strategy.
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National accountancy group Xeinadin has acquired Blackpool-based insolvency practice Campbell Crossley & Davis, strengthening its corporate recovery team amid high insolvency levels.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer tells energy, shipping, and banking executives that tackling the economic consequences of the Iran conflict requires a joint effort, as oil prices surge and supply chains face disruption.
Key appointments at hedgehog lab, Noted Aromas, Muckle LLP, Bellway, and the North East Housing Partnership signal growth and strategic development across the region's business landscape.
A Birmingham chip shop owner warns customers of rising prices due to Middle East conflict, blaming Donald Trump and Keir Starmer for escalating tensions that affect fuel and food costs.
Bristol-based law firm Foot Anstey is holding its national partner conference in Manchester for the first time, crediting the city's 'Manchesterism' effect for encouraging regional investment and growth in key sectors like retail and infrastructure.
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The prestigious North East Business Awards are back for their 26th year, celebrating innovation, entrepreneurship, and the region's top companies across 10 categories.
Business leaders in Greater Manchester report no immediate recession risk, but warn of fragile confidence and sectoral challenges as the Iran conflict adds uncertainty to an already sluggish economic landscape.
Brentwood Connected's Business Improvement District, now in its third year, has introduced Street Rangers to patrol Brentwood, Shenfield, and Ingatestone High Streets, collaborating with police to reduce crime and improve the local economy.
Salcombe Distilling Co, the Devon-based producer of premium gin, rum, and non-alcoholic spirits, plans to triple its size over the next five years. The company reports 10% year-on-year growth, driven by strategic partnerships and international expansion,
Acquisitive investor Meraki Capital has purchased Chester-based TBC Recruitment, which operates as CSP and Vital People, marking its fifth acquisition in three months. The deal will integrate the business into the Magnus Search brand.
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Newcastle-based Sapphire HR has purchased Manchester's Heads HR Limited after securing a six-figure investment from the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II, aiming to expand its HR services nationwide.
Major Welsh companies including Mrs Bucket, Deloitte, Savills, UWTSD, Lumen SEO, and voco St David's Cardiff announce significant senior management changes and promotions, signaling strategic growth and expansion across sectors.
Several prominent North East companies, including GT3 Architects, Hay & Kilner, and Jacksons, have announced significant new appointments and internal promotions this week, highlighting regional business momentum.
Digital outdoor advertising specialist Smart Outdoor has relocated to a new 2,300 sq ft office in Sunderland, enabling team growth and reinforcing its commitment to the North East.
British business owners are urging US President Donald Trump to de-escalate the Middle East conflict, citing soaring inflation, mortgage rates, and a £12 billion rise in national interest costs linked to the war's economic fallout.
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Neil Stokes, 48, received a suspended sentence for handling stolen goods from a major Jaguar Land Rover theft. The court heard how £337,000 worth of controller units were stolen from the Solihull plant.
Teesside-based Ramsdens has increased its profit guidance for a second time, citing record gold prices. The company now expects pre-tax profits between £24m and £28m, up from earlier estimates.
Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will deliver a keynote at EuroFinance International 2026, addressing treasury leaders on geopolitical risks and economic resilience amid global uncertainty.
Halton Stairlifts has earned the Feefo Trusted Service Award 2026, marking its sixth consecutive Platinum honour, based on verified customer reviews and reflecting its growth with a new Widnes headquarters.
Chorley-based Ipsum Group has acquired Rosh Engineering in Gateshead and Wilkinson Environmental in Warwickshire, enhancing its power and water infrastructure capabilities across the UK.
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Michael Hayman, co-founder of Seven Hills, has been unanimously elected as the new chair of the British Chambers of Commerce, succeeding Sarah Howard. He will guide the network's strategic direction for business expansion and international trade.
Newcastle creative agency Drummond Central has increased operating profits despite a dip in turnover, attributing success to high-value projects and employee ownership. The firm works with major brands like Greggs and Jack Daniel's.
Key North East companies including Muckle LLP, Stephenson Mohl, hedgehog lab, Barratt and David Wilson Homes, and Port of Sunderland announce strategic appointments and promotions to strengthen their operations and support regional economic development.
Denbigh and District Probus Club enjoyed a St David's Day meal and a talk on Lloyd's of London's 20th-century crisis, detailing historical insurance events and the Syndicate 334 scandal.
Sunderland-based financial advisory group Fairstone has completed its largest acquisition to date, purchasing Prosperity Wealth, a Brierley Hill firm with £1.5bn in client assets. The deal expands Fairstone's presence in the West Midlands.
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Strategic life sciences marketing agency ramarketing from Newcastle has acquired North Carolina-based ISR Market Research to enhance its North American footprint and combine market intelligence with marketing activation.
