PrettyGreen buys PinPoint Media in strategic acquisition
UK communications group PrettyGreen, known for clients like Tesco and Hasbro, acquires Gloucestershire's PinPoint Media. The deal fuels long-term growth and expands creative services.
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Greencore completes £1.2bn Bakkavor takeover
Greencore has completed its £1.2bn acquisition of Bakkavor, creating a £4bn food giant. The deal was approved after the firms addressed competition concerns. Read the full story.
Caldwell Construction with 400 staff enters administration
Caldwell Construction Ltd, a major UK groundworks firm, has appointed administrators due to severe cashflow pressures, putting over 400 jobs at risk. Learn more about the impact on the construction sector.
Insurance Firm Pro Global Moves to Royal Liver Building
Insurance specialist Pro Global is expanding its Liverpool presence, taking nearly 5,000 sq ft in the iconic Royal Liver Building to support growth in consultancy, claims, and legal services.
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Lidl named Top Employer 2026 in major HR award
Lidl GB has been certified as a Top Employer 2026 and received the Enterprise Seal, recognising its high-quality HR management and commitment to staff development.
Preferred bidder selected for Eastern Airways sister company
A preferred bidder has been chosen to potentially rescue part of collapsed airline Eastern Airways, offering hope for the future of Air Kilroe and its workforce. Read the latest developments.
Carplus names Gemma Beckett as Operations Director
Carplus appoints Gemma Beckett as Operations Director to drive expansion. With 8+ years in motor finance, she will enhance customer experience and scale UK operations. Read more.
UK Brewery Phantom Collapses with £2.2m Debts
Phantom Brewing Company enters administration with debts over £2.2 million, closing its Henley-on-Thames bar and Reading taproom. Read the full story on the firm's collapse and restructuring plans.
Coke Scraps Costa Sale as Bids Miss £2bn Target
Coca-Cola halts the sale of Costa Coffee after private equity bids, including from Asda's owner, fell below its £2bn target. Explore the strategic shift and the chain's challenges.
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Guinness price hike from April as Diageo raises costs
The wholesale price of a pint of Guinness is set to increase by 5.2% from April 1. Diageo, which also makes Smirnoff, blames rising business costs. Read the full details.
Full List of UK Firms That Collapsed in Dec & Jan
A wave of UK business collapses hit retail, energy, and legal sectors at the start of 2026. See the full list of firms that entered administration and why.
Immigration law firm collapses, up for sale
A Vincent Solicitors, with offices in Woolwich and Manchester, has been listed for sale after cash flow difficulties. Offers must be submitted by January 20.
Engineering Firm Harley Haddow Opens Bristol Office
Scottish engineering consultancy Harley Haddow, known for BAFTA and Arsenal projects, expands to Bristol. New office led by Scott Murray to drive sustainable engineering in the South West.
Energy Firm Collapses, 300 Jobs Lost in Wales
Consumer Energy Solutions (CES) has ceased trading, entering administration with the immediate loss of almost 300 jobs in Swansea and Treorchy. Read the full story on the firm's collapse.
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GBBO winner John Whaite closes bakery after 'painful decision'
Former Great British Bake Off champion John Whaite announces the closure of his high street bakery, citing intense pressure and a recent accident. The Ruff Puff brand will continue online this autumn.
British Land CEO Simon Carter Steps Down
Simon Carter, CEO of FTSE 100 property giant British Land, announces departure to lead P3 Logistics Parks. Succession process begins for the UK's leading real estate investment trust.
Car hire firm Prohire collapses owing millions
Stoke-on-Trent's Prohire Limited, with a fleet of 3,400 vehicles, has entered administration owing nearly £50m to creditors. Read the full story on the company's collapse.
Law Firm Ward Hadaway Sees Record Turnover Growth
Newcastle law firm Ward Hadaway celebrates record financial results with turnover up 11.6% to £53.6m. Strong growth across all offices and key practice areas. Read the full story.
Key North East Appointments Drive Business Growth
Major North East firms including Sintons, RG Corporate Finance, and OnPath Energy announce strategic new hires, signalling regional expansion and sector specialisation. Discover the latest business moves.
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Andrew Scott posts £7m profit with £240m order book
Swansea civil engineering firm Andrew Scott reports a rise in profits to £7m, with turnover forecast to hit £120m. Discover how the family-run business plans for sustainable growth.
Private Equity Firm LDC Exits Bristol's Hybrid to EAB
UK private equity firm LDC has sold its stake in Bristol-based education marketing agency Hybrid to US firm EAB, following a period of major international expansion and revenue growth. Discover the full story.
Law Firm Returns to Liverpool City Centre After 15 Years
Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors opens a new central Liverpool hub at 20 Chapel Street, marking a major growth step and praising the city's legal sector. Discover the firm's expansion plans.
Sintons LLP hits record £19.3m revenue in Newcastle
Newcastle law firm Sintons LLP celebrates a record year with turnover reaching £19.3m and significant team expansion. Discover how their commercial teams drove growth and their commitment to sustainability and community.
Accountancy Firm DJH Launches Wealth Management JV
National financial planner Perspective Financial Group teams up with DJH in a 50/50 wealth management joint venture, aiming to fuel ambitious growth plans for both firms.
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AIM-listed Graphene Firm Versarien Appoints Administrators
Gloucestershire engineering firm Versarien enters administration after a turbulent year of cash shortages and failed asset sales. Read the full story of the graphene specialist's collapse.
North East Business Founders Hartley & Pediredla Step Down
Lee Hartley of Fairstone and Sarat Pediredla of hedgehog lab leave firms they founded. Read about their legacies and new ventures in the UK business sector.
Gary Neville's The Overlap Sold to Media Giant Global
Gary Neville's sports media venture, The Overlap, has been acquired by Global. The deal sees the broadcaster take a controlling stake, with plans to build a leading sports network. Read the full story.
FTSE 100 bosses overtake UK average salary in 3 days
New research reveals FTSE 100 chief executives' pay surpasses the average UK worker's annual salary by Tuesday lunchtime. Discover the figures and the call for reform.
Birmingham Law Firm Triples Team with Top Talent
FBC Manby Bowdler, part of Adeptio Law Group, nearly triples its Birmingham legal team with five new partners from Top 200 firms, marking a major recruitment drive. Discover the ambitious expansion plans.
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Midlands Construction Firm Set for Dissolution
Administrators confirm Enrok Construction Ltd is to be dissolved. The family-run firm collapsed owing over £1m after a key supplier's insolvency. Read the final update.
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