Manchester 'Made in England' Firm Collapses
MPM Consumers Product Ltd, a Manchester-based manufacturer of household and personal care goods, has entered administration, putting approximately 80 jobs at risk.
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Kent Brewing Company Enters Administration After 14 Years
South East Bottling Limited, a Kent-based brewing and bottling company with a state-of-the-art facility, has been placed into administration despite recent government support measures for the pub sector.
Vodafone CEO: No Retail Job Cuts in Three Merger
Vodafone's CEO confirms no compulsory redundancies for high street staff following the Three takeover, despite targeting £700m in cost savings and recent UK subscriber losses.
Johnsons 1871 Removal Firm Collapses After 155 Years
Major UK removal company Johnsons 1871 has entered administration after operating since 1871. The family-owned Northwich firm reported £29m turnover in 2024.
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Dains Acquires HURST in North West Expansion
Midlands advisory firm Dains announces takeover of Stockport-based HURST, marking strategic entry into North West market and 16th acquisition since 2021.
UK Law Firm Shuts Down, 600 Jobs at Risk
PM Law, a UK legal firm specialising in personal injury and conveyancing, has closed all five branches, putting 600 jobs at risk across Yorkshire, Cumbria, Berkshire, Kent and Derbyshire.
Drax to Cut 350 Jobs in UK and US Restructuring
Energy giant Drax reveals major restructuring with 350 redundancies across UK and North America as it shifts focus to flexible generation and renewable energy projects.
Beazley Accepts Zurich's £8bn Acquisition Offer
Lloyd's of London underwriter Beazley has agreed in principle to an £8bn acquisition by Zurich, following two rejected offers last month. The deal represents a significant premium and could reshape the specialty insurance sector.
Nelson Peltz Speaks on Beckham Family Feud
Billionaire Nelson Peltz has commented on the Beckham family rift involving his daughter Nicola and son-in-law Brooklyn Beckham, advising them to avoid press attention.
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Wales Business Failures Rise Amid Start-Up Growth
New data reveals a 2.3% increase in business insolvencies across Wales in 2025, while start-up numbers grew by 8.7%. The construction sector remains most vulnerable nationally.
LBG Media Growth: AI Investment & Acquisition Plans
LBG Media, owner of LadBible, reports 7% revenue growth to £92.2 million, plans AI investment expansion, and considers strategic acquisitions for further expansion.
Birmingham Jewellery Firm WH Darby at Risk of Collapse
Major Birmingham jewellery manufacturer WH Darby has filed a notice to appoint administrators, putting the 140-year-old company and 41 jobs at risk in the Jewellery Quarter.
Birmingham PR Firm Celebrates 10-Year Milestone
Make More Noise, a Birmingham-based PR agency, celebrates its 10th anniversary, highlighting a decade of boosting challenger brands and ambitious entrepreneurs through strategic communications.
AG Barr Buys Frobishers and Fentimans for £50m
Scottish drinks giant AG Barr, maker of Irn-Bru, has acquired premium soft drink brands Fentimans and Frobishers in deals worth over £50 million, targeting the growing adult soft drinks market.
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Spirax Finance Chief Quits RS Group Board
Louisa Burdett, finance chief of FTSE-100 manufacturer Spirax Group, has resigned from the board of FTSE-250 distributor RS Group, where she served as non-executive director and audit committee chair.
Asda Payroll Blunder Hits 53,000 Employees
A payroll system error at Asda has resulted in 53,000 past and present employees being underpaid, with the company committing to full repayment plus 12% interest.
Major Car Dealership to Close UK Locations
Group 1 Automotive, a Fortune 250 company, plans to optimise its UK operations by closing showrooms despite reporting record global revenues of $22.6 billion for 2025.
Construction Firm Collapses into Administration
Family-run construction business EJ Taylor and Sons based in Chelmsford has entered administration after recording a £2.8 million pre-tax loss, with administrators now seeking a sale to protect jobs and client continuity.
UK Brewery Giant Saved, 145 Jobs Rescued
Keystone Brewing Group has been rescued from administration in a £4.5 million deal, saving 145 jobs and merging with Saltaire Brewery to form the Great British Drinks Company.
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Octopus Energy Offers Freebies & RAYE Ticket Draw
Octopus Energy launches February support package with RAYE ticket competition, discounted cinema tickets, National Trust days out, and weekly free coffee offers for Octoplus members.
Major UK IPTV Crackdown: 29 Properties Raided
An international law enforcement operation has seen 29 properties raided in the UK as part of a crackdown on illegal IPTV streaming networks, with millions in revenue disrupted.
UK Construction Firm Collapses with £2.8m Loss
EJ Taylor and Sons, a construction firm based in Chelmsford, Essex, has entered administration after recording a £2.8 million pre-tax loss, with administrators seeking a sale to preserve jobs.
HMRC Tax Crackdown Puts Thousands of UK Firms at Risk
A £27 billion tax recovery drive by HMRC could push tens of thousands of financially distressed UK companies into collapse, with hospitality, retail and housing sectors particularly vulnerable.
M&S Named UK's Best Brand in YouGov 2026 Rankings
Marks & Spencer leads the UK's strongest brands list for the fourth consecutive year, with IKEA, Samsung, John Lewis, and Netflix following. The Post Office tops the most improved brands.
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UK Eco-Courier Pedal & Post Collapses into Liquidation
Oxford and London-based sustainable delivery firm Pedal & Post ceases trading after 14 years, entering voluntary liquidation with 60 redundancies and shareholders facing losses.
Ocado Shares Dive 10% on Canadian Warehouse Closure
Ocado shares fell sharply after Sobeys announced closure of a robotic warehouse in Calgary, citing slower-than-expected e-commerce growth in Alberta.
EasyJet Winter Losses Widen to £93m in Q1
Budget airline easyJet reports £93m quarterly loss, a 52% increase, driven by investments in new Italian bases at Milan Linate and Rome Fiumicino airports.
Smiths News Announces Final Dividend for 2025
Historic Swindon-based newspaper distributor Smiths News confirms full-year results in line with expectations and declares final dividend for shareholders.
BrewDog to Close Distillery and Scrap Spirits Brands
Major UK brewery BrewDog announces closure of its Aberdeenshire distillery and discontinuation of spirits brands including Lonewolf Gin and Abstrakt Vodka, citing market competition and strategic focus.
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Rhodri Talfan Davies Named Interim BBC Director-General
BBC Director of Nations Rhodri Talfan Davies has been confirmed as the corporation's interim director-general, stepping into the role following Tim Davie's resignation. The BBC has initiated the process to appoint a permanent successor.
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