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Networking & Events

1 January 1970
30 April 2025
30 April 2025
1 May 2025

NCG-UK NCG Networking Breakfast

Time: 7:15am - 9:00am
Where:
1 May 2025
2 May 2025

Network for Local Business Weekly Breakfast Meeting

Time: 7:00am - 8:30am
Where: Thringstone
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26th April 2025

Planning permission granted for Nottingham city centre student accommodation scheme

A purpose-built student accommodation scheme in the centre of Nottingham has been given planning permission by the city’s planning committee.  
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25th April 2025

Treetops Hospice CEO announces retirement

Julie Heath, CEO of Treetops Hospice in Derbyshire, has announced her plans to retire in August 2025.
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25th April 2025

First Enterprise celebrates £13m milestone in supporting Midlands small businesses in 2024/25

First Enterprise, a prominent Community Development Finance Institution (CDFI), proudly announces a significant milestone, having disbursed £13 million in loans during the financial year ending 31 March 2025.
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25th April 2025

Housing association secures £8million to help fund energy efficiency improvements for customers

A Nottinghamshire housing association has provisionally secured almost £8million in grant funding to support vital energy improvements in its customers’ homes, as part of the Warm Homes Social Housing Fund – or WHSHF – Wave 3. 
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25th April 2025

Leading Nottingham brands moving on up to new office space

Three leading professional services brands – full-service law firm Shakespeare Martineau, planning, design, heritage and development consultancy Marrons, and M&A advisory firm Coadax – are relocating their Nottingham office
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24th April 2025

Businesses team up again to help those in need

Two leading Derbyshire businesses are coming together for a second time to raise money for charity.
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24th April 2025

Nottingham marketing agency celebrates record turnover year with 'right by you' rebrand

Full-service marketing agency Cartwright has marked a record financial year with a new name and refreshed brand, reflecting the ongoing evolution of its services.
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24th April 2025

Grantham Motorcycle dealership wins award from Honda

Vertu Honda Motorcycles Grantham received an award marking two decades of delivering excellent customer service across Lincolnshire and the East Midlands.
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24th April 2025

Loughborough fashion student's workwear design to be created for up to 8,000 employees

A second-year BA Fashion Design and Technology student at Loughborough University will see her impressive design for branded workwear brought to life by one of the UK’s largest business software providers, The Access Group and be available for over 8,000
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24th April 2025

Leading UK society moves to Space Park Leicester ahead of landmark anniversary

The UK’s leading society for remote sensing and photogrammetry has moved to Space Park Leicester ahead of its 75th anniversary.
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24th April 2025

Farmers urged to help spread the message at the Nottinghamshire County Show

The president of the Newark & Notts Agricultural Society hopes to get more farmers involved in this year's county show to explain the role the industry plays in maintaining the British way of life.
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23rd April 2025

Fresh produce supplier’s sustainability efforts have the potential to power 100% of site requirements

Leading fresh produce supplier A.H. Worth has announced that its current sustainability measures have the potential to provide enough electricity to power 100% of its sites’ requirements.
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23rd April 2025

Ashberry Homes puts photography students in the frame during visit to Chellaston development

A housebuilder has challenged a group of local photography students to capture a Derbyshire development in an eye-catching manner.
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23rd April 2025

New culinary chapter at The Maynard as Michelin-experienced Todd Vickers takes the helm

The Maynard, one of the Peak District’s most loved boutique hotels and dining destinations, is delighted to announce the appointment of Todd Vickers as its new Head Chef.
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23rd April 2025

Rotherhill embarks on an active 2025 with new acquisitions

Midlands-based property developer and asset manager, Rotherhill, has had an excellent start to the year, marked by impressive sales, acquisitions, and refurbishments across the region in Q1.
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23rd April 2025

New film will throw a spotlight on Northampton College apprenticeships

A business at the forefront of manufacturing, designing and building bespoke machinery for the recycling industry is preparing to release a new film showcasing how Northampton College apprentices have benefitted its operations.
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23rd April 2025

Howes Percival increases support for charitable and not-for-profit sector following key appointment

East Midands law firm Howes Percival is expanding its offering for the charitable and not-for-profit sector following the recruitment of sector specialist Sally Hopwood. 
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23rd April 2025

SortRefer's regional events programme enjoys record engagement across the UK

Derby-based SortRefer, market leader in the conveyancing and legal services sector, is celebrating the success of its 2025 Regional Events Programme - setting a new benchmark for regional engagement, professional development, and industry partnership.
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23rd April 2025

Derbyshire housebuilder makes Easter donation to local foodbank

Regional housebuilder Allison Homes East Midlands has celebrated Easter by donating almost 80 chocolate eggs to a local foodbank.
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23rd April 2025

£100K Energy Efficient Upgrade Accelerates Output

A leading Burton-on-Trent-based roofing system manufacturer is investing in new machinery to speed up output to meet continued market demand. 
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23rd April 2025

Notts forest fires up celebrations after firm’s donation

A Nottinghamshire outdoor activity centre that has been enjoyed by thousands of scouts for decades has received a welcome financial boost from a global packaging firm. 
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22nd April 2025

Schoolchildren get hands-on at college's 'Get into Construction' event

West Nottinghamshire College welcomed more than 180 eager school pupils from across Mansfield and Ashfield to its state-of-the-art construction campus for an inspiring and interactive ‘Get into Construction’ event.
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22nd April 2025

Windrush Tea Party Under Threat: Much Loved Leicester Celebration Appeals for Urgent Support

One of Leicester’s key community events, the Windrush Tea Party, may not go ahead this year after expected funding failed to materialise.
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22nd April 2025

Frozen food distributor Central Foods appoints new sales manager

A new sales manager has been appointed by frozen food distributor Central Foods as part of the company’s expansion plans.
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22nd April 2025

Pioneering roof replacement completes at University of Nottingham’s Central Building

Midlands contractor, G F Tomlinson, has successfully completed the unique and intricate task of removing the original roof from the iconic Grade II Listed Central Building at the Castle Meadow Campus for University of Nottingham.
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22nd April 2025

Derby charity close to delivering its 100,000th food parcel as it celebrates fifth year

A Derby charity is close to delivering its 100,000th food parcel as it prepares to celebrate its fifth anniversary.
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22nd April 2025

Sixteen marathon runners aiming to raise £3000 for baby loss charity this weekend

This weekend, sixteen friends from a new Nottingham gym join forces to run a marathon together to raise £3,000 for Nottingham baby loss charity Forever Stars.
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22nd April 2025

Sweet Surprise for charity's residence

Staff from the Gelder Group hatched a special surprise when they delivered a cracking treat to homeless people in Lincoln.
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22nd April 2025

Rescued Derby firm gives sweet thanks to Royal Derby Hospital staff

The new owners of a business that was thrown into turmoil when the original founder unexpectedly died, have honoured the nurses that cared for him during the Covid pandemic with Easter treats. 
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22nd April 2025

Hortons unveils plans for 270,000 sq ft multi unit industrial/warehouse redevelopment of Sinfin Commercial Park

Hortons unveils plans for 270,000 sq ft multi unit industrial/warehouse redevelopment of Sinfin Commercial Park
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22nd April 2025

Alton Valley secures exclusive distribution rights for cutting-edge security software

A tech firm where every employee has the highest level of security clearance has secured the exclusive distribution rights for cutting edge software which will allow it to provide Ministry of Defence-standard safeguards across the UK.
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20th April 2025

Leading Derby tech firm powers up business helping thousands of people across the UK live in warmer, greener homes

A Derbyshire business is helping keep thousands of people across the country warmer in their homes – and cut bills – after being powered up by a leading tech company.
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20th April 2025

Soccer star kicks off new homes sales at former Nottingham pub site

Notts County captain Matt Palmer has officially opened a new homes development in Wollaton, Nottingham, following the redevelopment of a former public house site.  
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19th April 2025

Platform starts on record number of affordable homes

A Midlands based housing association is celebrating starting on more than 1600 affordable homes in its development programme.
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19th April 2025

Mayor Claire Ward: Join me to make the case for investment in the region

Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward, is beginning the countdown to the East Midlands taking centre stage at the UK’s biggest development showcase next month.
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18th April 2025

Freeths go into bat with Leicestershire County Cricket Club as named Official Legal Partner

Leading law firm Freeths has been appointed as legal advisors to Leicestershire County Cricket Club (LCCC), becoming its Official Legal Partner from the start of the 2025 / 26 season.
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18th April 2025

Allison Homes donates £1,000 to help Evergreen Care Trust’s charity fundraising ball, celebrating its 20th anniversary

Regional housebuilder Allison Homes has donated £1,000 to the Evergreen Care Trust in Stamford, helping the charity to raise funds at its 20th anniversary charity ball.
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18th April 2025

FareShare Midlands and SilverAGe Professionals Join Forces to Tackle Food Poverty and Strengthen Community Support

FareShare Midlands is delighted to announce it has been chosen as the new Charity Partner for SilverAGe Professionals, a solutions-driven organisation dedicated to leveraging the expertise of experienced professionals to support businesses and charities.
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18th April 2025

Let the best in franchising shine – entries now open for 2025 BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards

The BFA (British Franchise Association) has announced that the 2025 BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards are open for entries.
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17th April 2025

Local marketing agency hops into action for Easter food bank drive

Loughborough-based Altitude Marketing has embraced the spirit of giving this Easter, collecting over 200 food items for the Loughborough Food Bank.
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17th April 2025

Peak Village announces exciting events series and upcoming changes for 2025

Following a busy start to the year and successful 2024, Peak Village is keeping up this momentum announcing a packed calendar of events and exciting new improvements for the year ahead, as it continues to create unique experiences for its visitors.
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17th April 2025

Freeths announces 81 promotions in 2025

Leading law firm Freeths has announced its latest round of promotions, with over 80 elevating their roles across the business including nine new partners.
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17th April 2025

An eggstra special Easter treat for pupils at Royal School for the Deaf Derby

Children from Royal School for the Deaf Derby are going to have a cracking Easter after they were each given a chocolate egg on the last day of term.
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17th April 2025

Northants company continues growth drive with appointment of new production manager

In a move to further support its growth plans, a multi-award winning Northamptonshire company has appointed a new production manager to lead operations at its Corby factory.
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17th April 2025

Double award win for Phoenix cements industry-leading reputation

National brickwork, scaffolding and drywall specialist Phoenix Brickwork, with bases in Pinxton, Derbyshire, and Northamptonshire, is celebrating after scooping two major awards in two weeks.
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17th April 2025

Leicestershire’s Tyron Runflat Signs Commitment to Support Ex-Service Men and Women

Inventor of the world’s only multi-piece rubber Runflat system, Tyron Runflat, has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, a commitment demonstrating its dedication to supporting ex-service men and women.
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17th April 2025

Housing association shortlisted in top sustainability awards

A Nottinghamshire housing association is a finalist in a top sustainability award. 
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17th April 2025

Retail relaunch needs your help

An ambitious revamp at Cynthia Spencer Hospice’s charity shop and donation station is underway and the charity is looking for volunteers to help with the project.
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17th April 2025

The Spark Arts for children launches 'Spark Live' - A new way for children in Leicestershire to celebrate creativity

The Spark Arts for Children in Leicester is excited to unveil ‘Spark LIVE!’ – a brand new, year-round program of creative arts specifically for children.   
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17th April 2025

Longbow Venues Shortlisted for Talent Development Award at Generation Next Awards 2025

Peak District-based independent hospitality group Longbow Venues is celebrating after being shortlisted in the Talent Development Award category at the Generation Next Awards 2025.
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16th April 2025

Purpose Media and Derbyshire County Cricket Club celebrate ten-year partnership with new web project

Strategic marketing agency Purpose Media has celebrated a decade of partnership with Derbyshire County Cricket Club by agreeing a further two-year sponsorship package and signing a deal to deliver an exciting new web project.
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16th April 2025

Shakespeare Martineau’s employment law team expands to meet rising demand

As part of its strategic growth plans, leading full-service law firm Shakespeare Martineau has strengthened its employment law team to address increasing client demand.
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16th April 2025

Freeths advises on London Stock Exchange IPO of MHA plc

Leading law firm Freeths has advised accountancy firm MHA on its £250 million pre-new money   valuation IPO on AIM, raising £95.8m from institutional investors, and also with a retail offering component to British investors.
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16th April 2025

Students go pitch-side at exclusive University DCFC event

Ahead of starting university in September, prospective students had the chance to step into the world of professional football during a VIP experience event at Derby County Football Club.
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16th April 2025

Octavian Security launches two Elite Divisions to support the UK’s overstretched security needs

Octavian Security, which is based in Bingham, Nottinghamshire, has launched two specialist divisions: Octavian Elite and Octavian Ex Police.
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16th April 2025

Science company Lubrizol helps make Easter eggstra special for hundreds of vulnerable Derby children

Lubrizol science company employees have helped make Easter eggstra special for hundreds of vulnerable Derby children by contributing a huge pile of chocolate eggs after responding to an annual charity appeal.
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16th April 2025

Dillan Shikotra joins Leicestershire Business Voice as new Board Director

Leicestershire Business Voice (LBV), the premier business advocacy group for Leicester and Leicestershire, has appointed Dillan Shikotra as its new Board Director.
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16th April 2025

Love Business founder Quiet Storm scoops special award

Quiet Storm Solutions, the founder of long-running business event Love Business Expo, has received a special award in recognition of its 10+ years of supporting businesses across the East Midlands.
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16th April 2025

Inspiring the next generation

Platform Housing Group, a Leicestershire housing association, has partnered with The King’s Trust to deliver its Get Into Housing programme, a transformative initiative designed to introduce young people to the rewarding career opportunities available in
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16th April 2025

Inflation falls but price pressures remain say Chamber

Pressure on businesses to raise prices is likely to persist despite inflation having eased to 2.6% in March, says East Midlands Chamber.
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