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Networking & Events

7 December 2023

NCG-UK NCG Networking Breakfast

Time: 7:15am - 9:00am
Where:
7 December 2023
8 December 2023

Network for Local Business Weekly Breakfast Meeting

Time: 7:00am - 8:30am
Where: Thringstone
9 December 2023

BNI Ausum BNI Ausum

Time: 9:45am - 11:45am
Where: South Normanton
11 December 2023
11 December 2023

BNI Advantage Derby Business Networking Breakfast

Time: 7:00am - 9:00am
Where: Derby
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6th December 2023

UNDERSTANDING YOUR STAFF AND CUSTOMERS FROM ACROSS THE WORLD THROUGH THE LENS OF HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS: CHRISTMAS SYMBOLISM AND DECORATION TRADITIONS

Let’s look at the unique ways in which different cultures celebrate holidays, as we navigate the colourful and varied traditions of Christmas symbolism and decoration traditions around the world.
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6th December 2023

GIVE BACK WITH A CHRISTMAS TABLE AT BISTROT PIERRE

Christmas is coming early to Leicester, as Bistrot Pierre once again teams-up with local charity Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland to donate meals to residents who may be in need this festive season.
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6th December 2023

De Montfort University’s climate work in spotlight at COP28

De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) officially opened its pavilion at COP28 in Dubai– and one of the first visitors was the King of Malawi who was keen to hear about the university's biofuels research.
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6th December 2023

TICA’s Nottingham pilot project contributes to highest ever intake of female apprentices

The Thermal Insulation Contractors Association (TICA) has welcomed the highest number of women to join its latest cohort of apprentices - following a successful East Midlands pilot programme.
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6th December 2023

Dynamic duo rewarded with directorships

Renowned Northampton construction consultancy Bhangals Construction Consultants has celebrated its recent expansion and office move by making two dedicated members of staff directors of the business.
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5th December 2023

Landmark Nottingham educational schemes given green light for construction

Midlands contractor, G F Tomlinson, has successfully secured two major builds for Nottingham College.
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5th December 2023

Leicestershire-based professional horse rider and trainer secures £25,000 to acquire a horse and essential equipment

A sports horse training and sales company, MJF Equestrian, has secured £25,000 funding from First Enterprise – Enterprise Loans, from the British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme, to purchase a horse to train, as well as to purchase specialised eq
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5th December 2023

Lidder Care Receives National Recognition as Finalist for Care Group of the Year Award

Nottinghamshire care home operator Lidder Care has been shortlisted for Care Group of the Year at the Caring UK awards, taking place at the Athena Venue in Leicester on 7th December 2023.
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5th December 2023

Hundreds remember loved ones at Treetops Hospice Light up a Life Event

Hundreds of people came together at Treetops Hospice on Sunday 3 December to take a moment during the festive period to remember their loved ones.
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5th December 2023

Glowfrog Video Production Expands Operations to Nottingham

Glowfrog, a renowned video production company based in Derby, is delighted to announce the expansion of its operations with the opening of a new premises in Nottingham.
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5th December 2023

YMCA Burton launches Foodbank Christmas appeal

YMCA Burton has operated a Foodbank for 23 years and this year has seen it break all previous records. Due to the on-going Cost of Living crisis, the Foodbanks usage has increased dramatically, this year alone they have already given out over 3,000 parcel
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5th December 2023

Leicestershire building society receives self-build mortgage award for fourth year

esbs, or Earl Shilton Building Society, is delighted to have won the Money Pages award for its self-build mortgage offering for the fourth year running.
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5th December 2023

BENTLEY CELEBRATES GROUND-BREAKING 2023

East Midlands-based project management consultancy Bentley is celebrating a ground-breaking 2023.
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4th December 2023

Midlands Engine Investment Fund delivers £250m in direct investment for region’s businesses

The Midlands Engine Investment Fund (MEIF), delivered by the British Business Bank, has achieved a milestone of £250m in direct investment for Midlands businesses.  
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4th December 2023

Rotherhill completes lease re-gear for Meggitt Plc

Midlands-based property developer Rotherhill has announced the completion of a lease re-gear for UK aerospace manufacturer Meggitt Plc’s facility in Shepshed, Leicestershire.
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4th December 2023

University of Nottingham research partnership results in groundbreaking new industry tech

A partnership, which paired researchers from the University of Nottingham with a UK tech company, has produced a highly advanced power converter to drive an electric motor that could revolutionise the manufacturing and renewable energy industries.
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1st December 2023

Block Property Solutions awarded at SME Midlands Enterprise Awards

A customer at Mansfield Innovation Centre has recently received an award from the SME Midlands Enterprise Awards, being named Best Residential Block Management Services Provider 2023 – Nottinghamshire.
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1st December 2023

HOSPITALITY HEROES TO RUN 10K A DAY IN THE LEAD UP TO CHRISTMAS TO FIGHT HOMELESSNESS

East Midlands residents, Mark Bently and Alan Armstrong, will be undertaking an epic race challenge this December to raise vital funds for homelessness charity, Only A Pavement Away.
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1st December 2023

Hugo Beresford Promoted to Associate Director

Having initially joined the company as a Placement Surveyor from Nottingham Trent University in 2014, Hugo returned to a full-time position within the firm immediately after completing his studies.
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1st December 2023

East Midlands can ‘lead the way’ in energy transition, Midlands Energy Summit hears

The East Midlands has the potential to “lead the way” in the energy transition to net zero by holding some of the key ingredients – but businesses need more support to make changes right now.
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30th November 2023

Leicester Riders join forces with Trophies Plus Medals as Official Trophy Partner

Leicester Riders are thrilled to announce their partnership with Trophies Plus Medals as the club’s official trophy supplier. 
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30th November 2023

200 Degrees to give out free coffee in return for toothpaste, shampoo and soap for charity this Tuesday 5th December

Coffee lovers will be able to swap a tube of toothpaste for a free flat white on Tuesday 5th December when independent coffee shop chain 200 Degrees hosts their annual charity day, Swap Shop.
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30th November 2023

Multi-million funding injection for University of Nottingham facility brings net zero one step closer to reality

The University of Nottingham, in collaboration with Loughborough University, has been selected to receive a significant funding boost from East Midlands Freeport to accelerate the translation of zero carbon research into high-impact commercial and policy
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30th November 2023

TALENTED AUDIT AND ACCOUNTING TRAINEES JOIN LEADING EAST MIDLANDS ACCOUNTANCY

The Nottingham office of accountancy UHY Hacker Young is continuing to develop the next generation of audit trainees and accounting and business services trainees, with its latest raft of graduates, placement undergraduates and school leavers making their
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30th November 2023

Switchgear manufacturer marks a decade of sustainable development change

For the last decade Michael Smith Switchgear Limited has been working to develop a modern manufacturing workplace. 
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30th November 2023

CLARKE WILLMOTT APPOINTED TO LEGAL PANEL OF SHOE GIANT CLARKS

Leading law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has been appointed to the panel of legal advisors for footwear manufacturer and retailer, Clarks, to support the management of their national retail portfolio and is one of the two firms dealing with legal matters thro
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30th November 2023

Health and safety consultancy creates new jobs after moving into new premises

Independent health and safety consultancy Acorn Safety Services is recruiting after moving into new premises earlier this month.
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30th November 2023

The Barcode Warehouse becomes an Authorised UK Datalogic Repair Centre, enhancing customer service and sustainability

The Barcode Warehouse (TBW), the UK's leading business technology solutions integrator, proudly announces its recent designation as an authorised UK Datalogic Repair Centre. This strategic partnership strengthens TBW's commitment to providing world-class
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29th November 2023

Russell Roof Tiles Raises the Roof at Annual Big Quiz Charity Wins the Night

It was a triple win for local charities in Burton. Not only did local roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles  Big Quiz, who has raised a record £80,000 this year, but one of the charities also won the quiz!
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29th November 2023

Barefoot Coaching Launches New Programme to Support Qualified Coaching Entrepreneurs

Barefoot Coaching, a leading expert in coaching and coach training based in Castle Donington, has expanded its support for accredited coaches with the launch of its first ‘Up and Running’ programme, designed exclusively for Barefoot Alumni.
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29th November 2023

Staffordshire Business Aims to Widen the Net

A Staffordshire PR and Marketing company who are looking to expand into new areas are the latest to sign up to showcase their services at an East Midlands Business Exhibition.
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29th November 2023

Derby Cathedral Quarter BID celebrates Small Business Saturday with multiple new businesses opening this year

A raft of new businesses have opened in Derby’s Cathedral Quarter this year - with more set to begin trading in 2024.
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29th November 2023

Helping women to take the driving seat Think Pink & DG Cars celebrate Excellence in Collaboration win!

Rosie May Foundation’s Think Pink campaign has partnered with DG Cars and Western Cars Derby to increase the number of women taxi drivers in the Derby and Nottingham regions and are delighted to have won the prestigious Excellence in Collaboration Award a
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29th November 2023

£3m funding secured to deliver ‘game-changing’ new approach to skills development in Leicestershire

Further education colleges across Leicester and Leicestershire have been successful in securing £3m in Government funding to enable them to a respond to an East Midlands Chamber-led skills initiative published last summer.
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29th November 2023

National award success for Caroline

A Kirkby-in-Ashfield woman and ex-student of West Nottinghamshire College took to the stage in London last week for her talents in plastering.
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29th November 2023

LINIAR INVESTS IN CUTTING-EDGE HUMIDIFIER

Liniar, the UK’s leading PVCu systems company and a subsidiary of Quanex, has invested almost £30K installing a cutting-edge humidity control system in its Lamination Hall.
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