Business Leader Warns Against Benefit Cap Scrap
AO founder John Roberts brands plans to scrap the two-child benefit cap 'madness' ahead of the Autumn Budget, warning Labour must 'man up' and make difficult decisions.
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Metals recycling firm Unimetals enters liquidation
Metals recycling firm Unimetals has filed for compulsory liquidation, putting 650 jobs at risk across 27 UK sites including Halesowen and Smethwick. Read the full story.
Amazon Sutton Coldfield Hosts RME Family Fun Day
Amazon's Sutton Coldfield site hosted a special fun day for its Reliability & Maintenance Engineering team and their families. Discover how the event celebrated their essential work.
Birmingham law firm collapses with job losses
Bell Lax Solicitors in Sutton Coldfield enters administration, resulting in redundancies. Discover the impact on the West Midlands legal sector and the reasons behind the collapse.
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North East Business Appointments Fuel Regional Growth
Major North East firms including Hay & Kilner, True Potential and British Esports announce strategic appointments and promotions, signalling strong confidence in the region's economic future.
Law Firm Knights Sees 30% Revenue Growth in H1 2025
Law firm Knights announces 30% revenue growth to £103.2m and expands into Wales with a new Cardiff office. Discover how the firm plans to sustain its growth trajectory.
Truespeed names Nelson Missier as new chief executive
Bath-based broadband provider Truespeed announces Nelson Missier as its new CEO, succeeding James Lowther. Discover the leadership change shaping the UK's telecom sector.
Babcock profits jump 19% in strong first half
Defence giant Babcock reports a 19% profit rise to £201.1m, driven by nuclear and marine sectors. The FTSE-100 firm confirms it's on track to meet full-year targets. Read more.
Octopus Energy's Pink Friday: Free Treats for Customers
Octopus Energy launches Pink Friday, offering millions of 'Octoplus' customers free Greggs sausage rolls, cinema tickets, chocolates, and a chance to win electric cars from 24-28 November.
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Welsh Dealer Sells 20,000th MG, Eyes £125m Revenue
Family-run Nathaniel Cars celebrates selling its 20,000th new MG, projecting £125m revenue this year. Discover how this Welsh success story is accelerating growth.
New Chief Executive for Business West Chamber
Business West appoints Douglas Ure as new chief executive, joining from Marsh McLennan in January. He succeeds Phil Smith who retires after 30+ years of service.
Nomad eSIM Brings Connectivity to Premier League Fans
Nomad eSIM announces pitchside LED advertising across Premier League stadiums for the 2025/26 season, reaching 70 million viewers. Get 1GB free data with code EPL.
Northern Bear revenue jumps 31% to £49.4m
Newcastle building services firm Northern Bear reports strong half-year growth with revenue reaching £49.4m and operating profit hitting £4.1m, despite challenging market conditions ahead.
WH Smith CEO quits after £50m US accounting error
WH Smith's CEO steps down after a major accounting failure in its North American arm wiped £600m from market value. Discover the full story and the company's recovery plan.
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300+ jobs lost in North East construction firm collapse
Cramlington-based modular construction firm Merit enters administration, resulting in over 300 redundancies and halting work on major projects like Berwick Infirmary. Administrators seek solutions.
Amir Qureshi Joins Champions (UK) plc as MD
Champions (UK) plc strengthens its leadership with Amir Qureshi as Managing Partner for The NED Advisor and Board Champions, enhancing board and investor services.
British Gas cancels Christmas parties for staff
British Gas owner Centrica cancels Christmas parties for 21,000 staff while hosting lavish black-tie event for senior management. Union condemns 'breathtaking' decision.
FRP Advisory buys Arc & Co for £6.7m
UK business advisory firm FRP Advisory has acquired London-based Arc & Co for £6.7m, launching a new real estate advisory service pillar and transferring 18 staff. Discover the strategic move.
Key North East appointments fuel business growth
From retail to law, discover the latest executive moves and graduate hires shaping the future of North East business. Meet the leaders driving regional ambition.
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Save £88 on a 'first class' dehumidifier
UK households can save £88 on a top-rated SmartAir Dehumidifier from Yimbly. It extracts 20L of moisture daily, dries clothes fast, and costs just pennies to run. Use code AUTUMN10.
Foster's Lager Alcohol Content Reduced from 2026
Heineken UK confirms Foster's lager ABV will be reduced in 2026. Learn about the recipe change and the industry's call for an alcohol duty freeze.
Diamond Comics UK Buyout Secures 60+ Runcorn Jobs
A management buyout backed by a £1.39m Barclays loan has rescued Diamond Comics UK from its US parent's bankruptcy, securing over 60 jobs in Runcorn and ensuring the UK's comic book supply chain remains intact.
Rolls-Royce shares hit all-time high on profit surge
Rolls-Royce forecasts 26% profit growth to £3.2bn, driven by aerospace recovery and defence contracts. Shares surpass 900p milestone. Discover the full story.
Bet365's Denise Coates Tops Midlands Rich List 2025
Denise Coates, founder of Bet365, leads the Midlands Rich List 2025 with a potential £9bn sale. Discover the full list of the region's wealthiest billionaires.
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Octopus Energy £42 National Trust Deal Returns
Octopus Energy warns customers to act before November 21 to claim an £8 National Trust family pass, saving over £42. Discover how to get this limited-time loyalty perk.
9 areas in illegal streaming crackdown before Christmas
FACT and Sky target 15 shops across Ireland in latest illegal streaming crackdown. Discover the full list of areas and the risks of using 'dodgy firesticks'.
Wales Women Face Significant Leadership Barriers
A new report from CBI Wales and University of South Wales reveals 86% of women believe leadership favours certain personas. Discover the solutions to create more inclusive workplaces.
North East appointments boost business and housing sectors
Major North East organisations including Bernicia, Jacksons Law, Bellway, Lovell and Muckle LLP announce strategic appointments and promotions driving regional economic growth and community impact.
Scottish Seafood Companies in Administration
Two major Scottish seafood processors, Kenmore Sea Foods and Falfish Scotland, have collapsed into administration, threatening jobs and shaking the fishing industry despite ongoing buyer interest.
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Tissue Regenix warns of funding challenges ahead
York-based regenerative medicine company Tissue Regenix faces significant financial headwinds as it warns of potential funding challenges ahead, despite recent strategic progress.
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