Premier Forest Products expands with NTS acquisition
Newport's Premier Forest Products acquires National Timber Systems, saving 160 jobs and boosting UK timber engineering capacity. Read the full story on the strategic deal.
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Birmingham businesswoman's £153,000 mobile bill shock
A West Midlands businesswoman faced a staggering £153,000 mobile bill after a US work trip. Discover how the charges accrued and the impact on her company.
Visuna sees market recovery after 2025 restructure
Global recruitment specialist Visuna reports early signs of market recovery following a strategic restructure. The employee-owned firm saw turnover rise to £109.5m despite profit dips. Read the full analysis.
Leon closes 7 UK sites as it enters administration
Major UK fast food chain Leon shuts seven locations and cuts 200 jobs after entering administration. CEO blames high taxes and market challenges. Read the full story.
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McDonald's Big Arch Burger Back for Good in UK
McDonald's confirms the Big Arch burger is returning permanently to UK and Ireland menus from January 5. Get details on the popular burger's ingredients and price.
Top Speaker Jez Rose Signs with SpeakOut Agency
Internationally renowned speaker and bestselling author Jez Rose has signed with the SpeakOut speaker agency. Discover his RESET philosophy and plans for 2026.
Everyman Media Group CEO Alex Scrimgeour steps down
Alex Scrimgeour departs as Everyman Cinema CEO after nearly five years. Farah Golant takes interim role as the premium chain reports strong 2025 revenue growth. Read the latest business news.
MGL Group profits hit £27m on £171m turnover
County Durham's MGL Group reports strong growth with turnover reaching £171.3m and operating profit hitting £27m. The firm is investing in green tech and positioning for future success.
Lloyds Bank £116m Halifax office refurbishment complete
Lloyds Banking Group has finished a major £116 million refurbishment of its Halifax office, creating a modern workspace for 3,500 people and boosting local talent. Read the full story.
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Harry and Meghan's Comms Boss Steps Down
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's chief communications officer, Meredith Maines, has left her role after under a year. The couple have also parted ways with their PR agency. Discover the latest developments.
Major UK construction firm Warwick Ward enters administration
Warwick Ward (Machinery) Ltd, a major UK construction equipment supplier, has collapsed into administration after 55 years, making nearly all 89 staff redundant. Read the full story on the economic pressures behind the failure.
Liverpool's Protein Works reaches £55m turnover in 13 years
Liverpool's Protein Works has grown from a spare room startup to a £55m global business with 2.5 million customers. Discover how they cracked the protein market.
Hays Travel acquisitions paused by competition watchdog
The Competition and Markets Authority has ordered Sunderland's Hays Travel to pause integrating Polka Dot and Millington Travel. Read the full details of the investigation.
Rank shares tumble 9% after £6.2m Spanish fraud
Mecca Bingo owner Rank Group sees shares fall after a €7.1m payment fraud in Spain. The FTSE 250 firm is working with law enforcement. Read the full story.
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Earthmoving equipment supplier Warwick Ward enters administration
Warwick Ward, a major UK earthmoving equipment supplier, has collapsed into administration, making 89 staff redundant. The firm cited economic pressures and a failed employee buyout. Read the full story.
Major UK machinery firm collapses into administration
Warwick Ward Machinery Ltd, a major UK supplier, has entered administration after 55 years, citing economic pressures on construction. 89 jobs are at risk. Read the full story.
Construction firm Warwick Ward enters administration, 89 jobs lost
Barnsley-based Warwick Ward (Machinery) Ltd has collapsed into administration, making nearly all 89 staff redundant. Economic headwinds and EOT transition debt cited as key factors.
Boss spends £100k on Christmas gifts for staff
A London CEO has splashed £100,000 on lavish Christmas gifts for his team, including a £44k Range Rover and a holiday to Barcelona. Discover how his generosity is boosting morale and business.
Toolstream in administration, 111 jobs axed
Major UK DIY distributor Toolstream has collapsed into administration, blaming post-COVID supply issues. 111 jobs have been cut as administrators seek buyers. Read the full story.
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Premier Forest Products Buys Arnold Laver Sites from Administration
Premier Forest Products rescues two Arnold Laver sites in Reading and Manchester, securing 36 jobs with plans to create over 100. Read about the deal and its impact on the UK timber industry.
Crematorium services nearly double after major refurbishment
Hammerwich Crematorium in Staffordshire reports a 77% rise in cremations following a £350,000 renovation, responding to shifting public attitudes towards funeral choices. Discover the investment behind the trend.
FCA investigates WHSmith after major accounting error
The Financial Conduct Authority has opened an investigation into WHSmith following a significant accounting failure in its North American arm that wiped £600m from its value. Read the latest.
WH Smith recovers bonuses after £50m accounting error
WH Smith launches clawback of executive bonuses as the FCA investigates a £50m profit overstatement in its US arm. The retailer pledges governance reforms.
Pacifica Group sees turnover surge to £42.8m
North East appliance repair firm Pacifica Group posts strong revenue growth and expanded operations, despite widening operating losses. CEO Kevin Brown hails a 'year of progress'. Read the full financial results.
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Foster's lager alcohol content reduced by Heineken
Heineken UK is lowering the alcohol strength of Foster's lager from 3.7% to 3.4% ABV, citing duty savings and health trends. The change follows a similar move with Sol beer.
Conlon Construction chairman retires after 38 years
Michael Conlon retires as chairman of Preston's Conlon Construction after 38 years. Guy Parker succeeds him, leading the employee-owned firm into its next chapter.
Wave revenue surges past £550m on public sector success
Durham-based water retailer Wave reports revenue growth to £555m, driven by public sector contracts and the acquisition of tech firm Infersens. Read the full financial results.
Foster's Lager reduces alcohol content to 3.4% ABV
Heineken UK confirms Foster's Lager ABV will drop from 3.7% to 3.4% in February 2026. The brewer cites duty savings and responsible consumption as key reasons for the change.
Meghan Markle's Christmas Chocolate Bars Launch After Show Backlash
The Duchess of Sussex launches a festive chocolate trio priced at £8.99, following the critical mauling of her Netflix holiday special. Discover the flavours and the reaction.
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Tekmar wins €8m offshore wind contract, outlook improves
County Durham's Tekmar Group secures an €8m contract for a major UK offshore wind farm, boosting its order backlog to £29m. CEO Richard Turner says the firm is on a much stronger footing than a year ago. Read the full update.
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