News from 2017
22nd December 2017
LEICESTERSHIRE HOUSEBUILDERS CALL UPON SANTA TO ENSURE LOCAL CHILDREN ARE ON HIS LIST
The housebuilders behind brand new communities in Leicestershire are taking action to ensure their homes are on Santa’s radar this Christmas.
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22nd December 2017
CASTLE WHARF DEVELOPMENT SET TO TRANSFORM NOTTINGHAM CANALSIDE
PLANS to transform an area of scrubland into premium student accommodation have been revealed by Leonard Design Architects following the announcement of successful planning permission.
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22nd December 2017
Securing a business-friendly trade deal with EU must be New Year priority
A future UK-EU trade deal must minimise barriers to trade says the British Chambers of Commerce, as it releases the results of its survey, in partnership with DHL, which finds UK businesses regard Europe as their primary trading partner for the coming yea
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22nd December 2017
The mighty Leicester Riders support local charity Hope Against Cancer!
An exciting partnership between Hope Against Cancer and Leicester Riders has been announced with Tyler Bernardini, captain of the Leicester Riders being an ambassador for Hope Against Cancer, and £1 from every ticket sale from a recent match being donated
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22nd December 2017
Finance now flowing from Midlands Engine Investment Fund
Four businesses have secured funding from the Midlands Engine Investment Fund
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21st December 2017
Mitchells strengthens team with new appointment
Mitchells Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers has further strengthened its corporate team with the appointment of a Chartered Accountant.
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21st December 2017
STEPNELL TO CREATE HIGH-END VISITOR ACCOMMODATION IN HISTORIC HEART OF LEICESTER
Construction company Stepnell has secured a contract to create high-end visitor accommodation in the heart of Leicester – opposite the Cathedral and only a stone’s throw from the historic site where Richard III’s remains were discovered.
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21st December 2017
CALL UP FOR TEAM LEICESTERSHIRE AT MIPIM 2018
FOLLOWING the success of MIPIM UK and MIPIM 2017, businesses in Leicester and Leicestershire are invited to join the growing line up taking the city to MIPIM in Cannes, the world’s biggest property event in 2018.
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21st December 2017
Lubrizol consultant Olenka picks up prestigious pension prize
A Derbyshire firm’s pensions manager has picked up a prestigious industry award after carrying out a host of improvements to its company pension scheme.
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21st December 2017
RESTAURANT DESIGNS BY EAST MIDS’ MACAULAY SINCLAIR SHORTLISTED FOR NATIONAL AWARDS
RECENTLY opened venues The Alchemist MediaCityUK and Dishoom Kensington, designed by Nottingham-based interior architecture and design studio Macaulay Sinclair, have been shortlisted for awards in the Casual Dining Restaurant and Pub Awards 2018.
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21st December 2017
New Derbyshire Building Control Partnership to host free breakfast launch events
Employers within the East Midlands construction sector can learn about how they can access thousands of pounds of funding to enable them to train and upskill their employees at a four free breakfast networking events.
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21st December 2017
Hinckley & Rugby throws Mencap a Xmas party
Hinckley & Rugby Building Society turned party organisers to put on a Christmas bash for Hinckley Mencap’s Thursday Club with carol singing, festive bingo and a visit from Santa.
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20th December 2017
NOTTS AGENCY LOOKS OVER THE RAINBOW WITH CHARITABLE DONATIONS TO LOCAL CHILDREN’S HOSPICE
RAINBOWS Hospice provides children with life-limiting illnesses – and their families – support, respite and care and, inspired by the work it does, FHP Living has donated more than 50 toys, games and items of clothing to the East Midlands’ only children’s
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20th December 2017
Leicester professor receives international award for diabetes services
A leading professor from Leicester who helped establish an international centre of excellence in diabetes research has been recognised for his work by a global authority on the condition.
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20th December 2017
COULD HYPNOSIS HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS IN 2018?
A new, unique course, which combines hypnosis and coaching, has been launched to help people set and achieve goals for the coming year.
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20th December 2017
SPONSORS URGED TO JOIN TEAM NOTTINGHAM AT CANNES
NOTTINGHAM will be taking its strongest team yet to MIPIM, the world’s largest property event in France next year.
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19th December 2017
HOMEBUILDER GETS INTO THE SWING OF THINGS WITH GOLF DAY FUNDRAISER
A charity golf day arranged by Bardon-based David Wilson Homes East Midlands has raised £5,231.69 for its Charity of the Year, Teenage Cancer Trust.
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19th December 2017
Wildgoose Construction has handed over a new multi-million pound sports complex to a South Yorkshire secondary academy
The new facility named the Ian Burton Sports Centre, at Brinsworth Academy in Rotherham, provides a new multi-use sports hall, dance studio, fully accessible changing rooms and classrooms for GSCE and A-level PE.
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19th December 2017
Pellacraft director aims to raise £40,000 for charity
Sam Pella, company director at Mansfield based promotional merchandise specialists Pellacraft is planning to spend her 40th birthday year raising £40,000 for Charity.
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19th December 2017
Love Business moves to Holywell Park for 2018
Love Business 2018, the largest free business exhibition in the East Midlands has moved to Holywell Park, Loughborough – part of the Imago Venues portfolio.
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19th December 2017
Topping out ceremony takes place at Mercia Marina’s new £3m landmark Piazza building
An official topping out ceremony has taken place at Mercia Marina’s new £3m retail, restaurant and office development.
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19th December 2017
NOTTINGHAM PLAYWRIGHT MUFARO MAKUBIKA WINS 2017 ALFRED FAGON AWARD
NOTTINGHAM local Mufaro Makubika has won the 2017 Alfred Fagon award for best new play by a black British playwright.
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19th December 2017
Estate Agency Perfects The Art Of Community Spirit
Pupils from Edna G Olds Academy in Lenton have been perfecting their drawing skills in a bid to adorn an estate agency window, whilst raising money for community meals for the underprivileged.
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19th December 2017
Keeping Lincolnshire lit
McCann continues street lighting and illuminated signs maintenance in North East Lincolnshire and adds North Lincolnshire work to portfolio
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18th December 2017
STEPNELL WINS PLACE ON £8BN NATIONAL SCHOOLS FRAMEWORK IN SOUTH WEST AND SOUTH EAST
Regional construction specialist Stepnell, which has offices in Rugby, has won a place on the flagship four-year, £8 billion Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) Construction Framework for the delivery of new school buildings across England
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18th December 2017
Ibstock Brick welcomes three new members to its builders’ merchant sales team
Ibstock Brick has bolstered its builders’ merchant sales team with the appointment of three new Account Managers.
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18th December 2017
Solutions raises £4,500 for Nottingham Children’s Hospitals
Business management software provider Solutions for Accounting and CRM has raised £4,500 for Nottingham Children’s Hospitals (NCH), a charity which provides healthcare and support to young patients and their families.
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18th December 2017
LAKESIDE TO BE TRANSFORMED INTO LUXURY RESTAURANT AND EVENT VENUE
A group of East Midlands entrepreneurs, led by hospitality and leisure consultant David Waycot, have acquired the Lakeside in Nottingham, with the prime objective of creating a five star luxury venue.
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18th December 2017
HOMEBUILDERS ENLIST SANTA’S LITTLE HELPER TO WARN CHILDREN ABOUT ELF N’ SAFETY
As the Christmas holidays approach, leading developers Barratt Homes North Midlands and David Wilson Homes East Midlands have enlisted one of Santa’s little helpers to send out an important message encouraging children to think about elf n’ safety.
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18th December 2017
Fashion Designer Wants To Bring Industrial Heritage Back to Town
Award winning Midlands fashion designer Michael Wallace has set his sights on bringing some industrial heritage back to his hometown.
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18th December 2017
CULT NOTTS CINEMA BECOMES TICKETING BUSINESS’ HQ
ONE of the ‘world’s smallest’ cinema, known to locals as Screen 22 -and before that The Screen Room - is now home to ticketing software company Savoy Systems, following a deal overseen by Innes England.
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18th December 2017
Niche car manufacturer David Brown Automotive relocates to new Silverstone Park premises
David Brown Automotive has moved its headquarters and production of its niche luxury vehicles – the Speedback GT and Mini Remastered – into new 18,000 sq ft premises at Silverstone Park.
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18th December 2017
Pendragon Vehicle Management Provides Maintenance Fleet for Hanson UK
Pendragon Vehicle Management (PVM) is pleased to have worked in collaboration with Clarks Vehicle Conversions to deliver new tool vans to Hanson UK - a leading supplier of heavy building materials to the UK construction industry.
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15th December 2017
Leicestershire-based company Cresco Innovation opens first Irish office in key move ahead of Brexit
Leading innovation company Cresco are building on their hugely successful links with Ireland by opening a new office in Galway.
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15th December 2017
MORLEY HAYES APPOINT NEW SENIOR SOUS CHEF FOR DOVECOTE RESTAURANT
A former chef de partie at Morley Hayes who left the company three years ago to gain experience at some of London’s finest eateries has returned to take up the role of senior sous chef in the award-winning Dovecote restaurant.
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15th December 2017
Leading East Midlands Cancer Organisations Join Forces
Two leading East Midlands cancer organisations for young people, Teenagers and Young Adults with Cancer (TYAC) and Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG) will merge in 2018, bringing together the country’s top experts in the field to improve care an
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15th December 2017
Communications specialist to provide social Wi-Fi technology to its customers
Nottinghamshire-based telecommunications experts One Connectivity is to provide a new and growing ‘social Wi-Fi’ product to its range. The technology not only provides fast guest Wi-Fi but also provides analytics and the ability for organisations to build
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15th December 2017
Entries now open for ICE East Midlands Merit Awards 2018 - new awards announced
ICE East Midlands Merit Awards 2018 will take place on 8 June at The Roundhouse, Derby.
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15th December 2017
LINCS PLANNING APPLICATION TRIUMPH FOLLOWING SUCCESSFUL APPEAL
WITH the national housing crisis a continual topic of debate and concern, leading law firm Roythornes Solicitors has welcomed the verdict to overturn a planning decision to refuse a new Lincolnshire housing development, which includes affordable housing a
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15th December 2017
THRIVING FAMILY FRIENDLY CAFÉ ENJOYING EXPANSION FOLLOWING FUNDING
SUCCESSFUL family focused café The Milk Lounge is going from strength to strength after opening in a second Nottinghamshire location, thanks to funding from Enterprise Loans.
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14th December 2017
Lettings and Management Specialist Supports Calls for Mandatory Regulation
Adam Kingswood, owner of Kingswood Residential Investment Management, supports calls for tighter sector regulation.
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14th December 2017
Bildurn Paves the Way to Support Framework
Award-winning local urban developer Bildurn is supporting an innovative initiative to raise money to fund Framework's services supporting Nottingham’s rough sleepers.
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14th December 2017
The not-so funny revelations about online price comparison sites
There are now more than 50 price comparison sites all clamouring for the attention of the consumer, all promising different yet equally as attractive concessions. But how truthful are these assurances of ‘cheapest’ insurance? Operations Director at Nottin
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13th December 2017
Love Business Expo 2018 - Book Your FREE Delegate Place Now!
Thursday 22nd February 9.30am - 3.00pm - Get this date in your diary and book your FREE delegate pass today. New Venue for 2018 - Holywell Park Conference Centre in Loughborough has been chosen to host the 2018 Love Business Expo.
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13th December 2017
Super-slim lightboxes for prestigious IT firm in Cork
Chamber Member, East Midlands based DPI UK has manufactured and installed super-slim lightboxes for Over-C in Cork.
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13th December 2017
Hinckley & Rugby staff put Christmas toys on the table
Hinckley & Rugby Building Society staff and customers have donated almost 200 toys for children in Leicestershire and Rutland who might otherwise go without a gift this Christmas.
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13th December 2017
MIDLAND FIXINGS APPOINTS CARTWRIGHT AS PART OF WIDER PLAN FOR GROWTH
MIDLANDS-based PR and digital agency Cartwright Communications has been appointed by leading building solutions provider Midland Fixings as the firm looks to boost its profile across the UK.
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13th December 2017
FUNDRAISERS DONATE £5,000 TO DEFENCE AND NATIONAL REHABILITATION CENTRE
A joint campaign between Loughborough Endowed Schools and the Rempstone Fundraising Committee has raised a total of £5,000 for the Defence and National Rehabilitation Centre (DNRC).
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13th December 2017
Netherfield-based electrical contractor signs Armed Forces Covenant
A Nottinghamshire business, co-directed by a former member of the Armed Forces, has signed the Armed Forces Covenant explaining that they base their business model on standards learnt through both military training and customer feedback.
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13th December 2017
LINCOLN FACTORY PREPARES TO MEET HIGH DEMAND FOR CHRISTMAS SPUDS
MORE than 3,400 tonnes of potatoes will be packed and distributed at Branston’s Lincoln factory in the week leading up to Christmas Day – an increase of 65% on the average week at the site.
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13th December 2017
Nottingham’s Europa tidies up organisational structure to pave way for future acquisitions
As it draws its most successful year on record to a close, leading independent logistics operator Europa Worldwide Group has announced that it will turn its various operating divisions into separate legal entities.
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13th December 2017
Two in a Row for Russell Ulyatt Financial Services
Nottingham based wealth management company affirms its exemplary professional standards by achieving coveted chartered status for second year running.
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11th December 2017
UK’s Top Business Women Recognised at Prestigious Forward Ladies Grand Final 2017
The UK’s top business women have been recognised at the prestigious grand final of the Forward Ladies National Awards 2017.
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11th December 2017
Holywell Park joins Venues of Excellence as 40th member
Just a few days after winning gold at the Leicestershire promotions Tourism and Hospitality Awards for Best Team, Holywell Park has joined Venues of Excellence.
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11th December 2017
Uncertainty constraining UK economic growth
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has today (Monday) slightly downgraded its three-year outlook for the UK economy, cutting growth expectations from 1.6% to 1.5% in 2017, from 1.2% to 1.1% in 2018, and from 1.4% to 1.3% in 2019.
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11th December 2017
A Grand Opening for Air-IT
A Nottingham-based company which provides managed ICT services to over 400 local businesses has celebrated the grand opening of its new office.
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8th December 2017
Currency volatility compounding cost pressures for many businesses
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) today (Thursday) releases the results of its survey, in partnership with American Express, which finds the majority of businesses expect the fall in sterling to increase their costs.
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8th December 2017
14 NEW JOBS UP FOR GRABS AT GROWING NOTTINGHAM FREIGHT COMPANY
NOTTINGHAM-based Baxter Freight has launched a recruitment drive for 14 new sales account managers – the firm is known for its strong ethos of hiring people with only modest experience and giving them a platform to launch a successful career.
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8th December 2017
Business cheers negotiations breakthrough in Brussels – and urges swift start to trade talks
Commenting on the news that the UK government and the European Commission have reached a deal to conclude the first phase of the Brexit negotiations, Chris Plant, Chambers of Commerce, said:
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8th December 2017
Today’s announcement on Brexit will provide greater hope for SMEs
Ian Baxter is chairman and founder of Baxter Freight, a UK logistics provider which employs almost 60 staff and offers daily services covering all the main commercial centres in continental Europe and the Nordic region.
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8th December 2017
NOTTINGHAM’S NATIONAL ICE CENTRE GETS A REBRAND
WITH the 2018 Winter Olympics just two months away, iconic Nottingham venue the National Ice Centre has been given a rebrand to attract new skaters to the sport.
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8th December 2017
Leicester Diabetes Centre gets global recognition
A diabetes research centre based in Leicester has officially been recognised for its “high global standards” by an international authority on the condition.
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8th December 2017
EverythingBranded USA add three key management
EverythingBranded USA, part of the Charles Alexander Distribution group, has announced the hire of three key members of management to join the promotional product distributor.
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8th December 2017
Parify scoop Service Provider of the Year at prestigious NAJ Awards!
Leicester based LED lighting specialists, Parify have won ‘Service Provider of the Year’ at the prestigious National Association of Jewellers Awards 2018. On Thursday 7th December Parify attended the NAJ awards ceremony following being shortlisted for the
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7th December 2017
The Love Business Magazine doubles up as the FREE Official Expo Guide - 10% Discount Off Adverts Booked Before 19th January 2018
The Love Business Magazine and programme includes information on all exhibitors and sponsors as well as floor plans, the seminar programme and networking activities. Given to all Love Business Expo visitors.
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7th December 2017
Highgate House and Woodside Join Venues of Excellence
Highgate House in Northamptonshire and Woodside in Warwickshire have joined the prestigious consortium, Venues of Excellence.
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7th December 2017
BG ENGINEERING INVESTS IN WORKFORCE OF THE FUTURE
Chesterfield based BG Engineering, a specialist subcontractor for machined components, has expanded its team and manufacturing facility, with the appointment of two new apprentices and a £75,000 investment in a new apprentice machine cell.
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7th December 2017
McCann begins work on £25m LED street lighting contract for The Borough Council of Calderdale, Yorkshire
Civil and Electrical Engineering firm, McCann, has begun work on a £25m contract to replace and maintain street lighting across Calderdale, Yorkshire, which will see the Nottingham-based company working in the area until at least the year 2025.
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7th December 2017
Charterpoint Group celebrates ten years in business
Development company Charterpoint Group is celebrating its tenth anniversary.
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7th December 2017
LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND FOOD & GIFT FAIR KICKS OFF FESTIVE SEASON IN TRUE LINCOLNSHIRE STYLE
LINCOLNSHIRE Showground’s annual festive Food & Gift Fair took place last weekend (2 and 3 December 2017) – and festive it was! The venue saw nearly 8,000 visitors through its gates across the two day event which was a celebration of all things Christmas,
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7th December 2017
Spread a little Hope this Christmas with Hope Against Cancer
From Monday 11th to Friday 15th December, Hope Against Cancer is capturing the hearts of people in Leicestershire by paying a visit to local businesses and hospitals spreading hope and Christmas cheer as part of their #SpreadalittleHope campaign.
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7th December 2017
Red Monkey unveils brand new bespoke dog bed as part of product expansion plans!
Leicester based outdoor playground specialists Red Monkey, are branching out into the home market with new concept, Red Monkey Home. Imagination and innovation is at the forefront of everything Red Monkey do and their new home product range has been desig
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7th December 2017
Banishing the Winter Workplace Blues
Cafe Allez! now bringing the coffee shop experience directly to your staff or customers
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6th December 2017
FASTSIGNS LEICESTER GETS VIP OPENING
A new signage and visual communications business in Leicester has been officially opened by one of the world’s leading businesswomen.
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6th December 2017
LEICESTERSHIRE HOMEBUYERS OFFERED UNBE-LEAF-ABLE AUTUMNAL DEALS
David Wilson Homes is helping Leicestershire homebuyers make their dream move this autumn with a range of money saving offers on selected homes in the area.
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6th December 2017
EPSILON ENGINEERS AIMING FOR LAND ROVER 4×4 IN SCHOOLS WORLD FINAL GLORY
Silverstone Park is to support five teenagers aiming to become the first all-female team to win the world final of the Land Rover 4×4 in Schools Technology Challenge in Abu Dhabi next month.
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6th December 2017
BSD ‘SCORES’ TIGERS PLAYER SPONSORSHIP DEAL
BUILDING Services Design (BSD) has thrown its weight behind 10 times premiership champions, Leicester Tigers, by sponsoring one of the club’s top players.
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6th December 2017
Christmas Wishes Come True For Children at Derby Hospital
Three of the city’s largest property names have donated £20,000 worth of Christmas gifts to the Children’s wards at several local hospitals including Derby City Hospital, after the patients and staff released their very own santa wish list.
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6th December 2017
Bombardier teams up with Arrow to trial new cleaning solution for train operator CrossCountry
Trials of a new deep cleaning process for trains has proved a resounding success at Bombardier Transportation’s Central Rivers depot in the Midlands.
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6th December 2017
Shed Grounds Maintenance Wins Prestigious Award for Corporatate Social Responsibility and Environment
Chesterfield based Shed Grounds Maintenance Ltd are celebrating after winning the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environment Award at the Derbyshire Times Business Awards held on 9th November at the Casa Hotel in Chesterfield.
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6th December 2017
Grant Thornton invests in East Midlands’ advisory team
Business and financial advisers Grant Thornton UK LLP continues to invest in its corporate and wealth management advisory expertise in the East Midlands with a raft of senior appointments and promotions.
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6th December 2017
BUYERS URGED TO ACT QUICKLY AND DOWNSIZE WITHOUT COMPROMISE AT FOREST CHASE
Downsizers in Leicestershire who are looking to move to a more manageable property but don’t want to compromise on space could find the perfect solution at David Wilson Homes’ prestigious Leicester Forest East development Forest Chase
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5th December 2017
Hallam Internet Beats High Profile Brands at UK Digital Experience Awards 2017
Nottingham-based Hallam Internet has won a silver award for Best Online User Experience B2C the at the UK Digital Awards 2017, held late November at Wembley Stadium in London, trumping Virgin Money, Lloyds Banking Group and Eurostar in its category.
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5th December 2017
Stacey’s Bakery in ‘Bun’ Deal with Restaurant Chain
A family bakery based in Derbyshire has proved its buns are the best after landing a deal with a company that has restaurants all over the country.
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5th December 2017
PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER GIVES INSIGHT INTO HOLIDAY SICKNESS FRAUD SCANDAL
IN THE WAKE of a landmark case that saw a couple jailed for making fake holiday sickness claims the government has stepped up its efforts to eliminate food poisoning scams. However, Rob Dempsey, personal injury lawyer at Roythornes Solicitors, believes it
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5th December 2017
Mitchells joins forces with SCR Growth Hub to hold free support surgeries for businesses looking to grow
SMEs in north east Derbyshire looking to grow are invited to a series of free drop-in support surgeries in the New Year.
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5th December 2017
Industry Heavyweights to Host Google Supported eCommerce Event in Nottingham
The next instalment of the highly-anticipated Winning at eCommerce event will officially take place in the New Year. It will put some of the industry’s leading eCommerce experts on centre stage, to discuss all the latest Google updates and other industry
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5th December 2017
WORK ON BESPOKE STUDENT FLATS IS UNDERWAY IN NOTTINGHAM
WORK is underway to turn an empty commercial building in the heart of Nottingham into bespoke student flats, thanks to a deal secured by property consultants Bruton Knowles.
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5th December 2017
BARRATT HOMES RECYCLES 100% OF WOOD ACROSS ALL SITES THANKS TO COMMUNITY SCHEME
Five star developer Barratt Homes North Midlands is partnering with leading social enterprise Community Wood Recycling to reuse or recycle 100% of wood waste across all of its developments.
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4th December 2017
A Guinness world record holder and a chartered surveyor are taking the Nottingham property market by storm!
With over 34 years combined property experience, a Guinness world record holder and Chartered Surveyor have brought a much-needed new approach to property development, and in a short period of time have already secured a project cash flow of £23 million.
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4th December 2017
Three new appointments at Focus Consultants
Focus Consultants has welcomed three new members of staff to its professional teams.
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4th December 2017
Planning system must work better for business
The planning system in England is more complex, costly and difficult for business than it was 5 years ago, according to a major report published today (Monday) by the British Chambers of Commerce.
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1st December 2017
British exporters keep calm and carry on
The British Chambers of Commerce, in partnership with DHL, today (Thursday) publishes its latest Quarterly International Trade Outlook, based on survey and documentation data from UK exporters.
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1st December 2017
HomeServe Membership appoints new Chairman
David Hynam appointed as the new Chairman of HomeServe Membership’s Board
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1st December 2017
An official topping out ceremony has taken place at a multi-million pound student accommodation development in Derby being built by Clegg Construction.
The project for developers Jensco (Derby) in Agard Street has now reached its highest structural point
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1st December 2017
Lovell poised to develop 73 new homes in Branston, Lincolnshire
Partnership homes developer Lovell is set to create 73 new village homes in Lincolnshire through a £13.2 million scheme in Branston, near Lincoln.
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1st December 2017
Fashanne Chooses Leicester for 2018 Show
An innovative East Midlands student fashion event is set to take place in Leicester for the very first time in 2018. Expected to attract an audience of over 500, including celebrity guests and industry leaders - the event has now released details of its s
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1st December 2017
NOTTS BUSINESSES PLEDGE SUPPORT TO LOCAL CHARITY’S £1 MILLION DAY CARE FACILITY
GLOBAL architects CPMG and international property and construction consultancy Gleeds have pledged their support to Nottingham charity Radford Care Group to build a state-of-the-art new day care centre for elderly people across the city.
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1st December 2017
EXCITING NEW ERA FOR HR FIRM
Just six weeks after relocating, a fast-growing Lincoln-based HR firm has changed its name, recruited another member of staff and expanded its services!
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1st December 2017
Pall-Ex accelerates European expansion drive with launch in Poland
Pall-Ex has moved its European expansion up a gear with the successful launch of its Polish Network. The launch sees Pall-Ex operating eight ‘first and last mile’ networks across Europe.
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1st December 2017
Chesterfield urged to use HS2 as a lever to transform town’s fortunes
Chesterfield is a place to do business. That was the message at the town’s first ever Investment Summit (30 November) which saw more than 200 people gather from throughout the East Midlands and Yorkshire at Casa Hotel to learn about the investment potenti
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1st December 2017
INDEPENDENTS ARE “DOING IT THEIR WAY”
Lincoln’s characterful niche businesses have some great stories to tell and Small Business Saturday (tomorrow) is a brilliant opportunity for more people to discover what makes them so special!
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30th November 2017
LINCOLN ARCHITECTS EXTEND TEAM WITH NEW HIRE
GROWING architecture firm, LK2 Architects Ltd, has continued with its ambitious growth plans with the addition of a new Part II architect.
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30th November 2017
Derbyshire Shire Horse Association hands over donation to palliative care unit
Derbyshire Shire Horse Association has presented £500 to the Nightingale Macmillan Unit, a specialist palliative care unit at the Royal Derby Hospital, following the group’s annual open day.
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30th November 2017
LOCAL HOMEBUILDER BRANCHES OUT TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL TREE WEEK
Nottinghamshire-based homebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes North Midlands is marking National Tree Week by emphasising the importance of planting trees at its developments.
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30th November 2017
PRESS RELEASE November 2017 J Tomlinson appointed on £7.25 million M&E student accommodation contract
J Tomlinson has won a £7.25 million contract to provide mechanical and electrical engineering services for a new 922-bed student accommodation scheme.
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29th November 2017
Sturgess Motor Group Celebrates its 120th Anniversary
Earlier this month, Sturgess Motor Group celebrated its 120th Anniversary at the Athena in Leicester where less than a mile from the site its founder, Walter E Sturgess started the Company.
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29th November 2017
Couple Leaves Behind Bergen for Biking near the Basin
Residents at Nottingham’s latest community are joining together to fully embrace Trent Basin’s green energy ethos swapping cars for bike, installing solar panels and enjoying low-cost energy living.
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29th November 2017
Firms encouraged to apply for Research and Development tax relief following Budget
Leading chartered accountants Newby Castleman is urging small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to apply for tax relief for their research and development (R&D) costs.
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28th November 2017
Chamber supports Buckie’s tour
Burton and District Chamber of Commerce has thrown its weight behind our #BuckieLovesSmallBiz tour – taking place in Burton-on-Trent for Small Business Saturday on December 2.
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28th November 2017
BUSINESS BLOOMS FOR THE BOTANIST IN WEST BRIDGFORD
Newly opened venue The Botanist, has seen business blossom since its launch in West Bridgford last month.
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28th November 2017
NOTTINGHAM RECRUITMENT FIRM CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Nottingham’s longest standing commercial recruitment firm, Harper Recruitment Group, celebrates 30 years since it first opened its doors in the city this month.
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28th November 2017
Care Home Invites People for Lunch to Combat Loneliness This Christmas
A Belper care home is inviting people over 65 to join its residents for a meal over the Christmas period in a bid to combat loneliness.
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28th November 2017
Industrial Strategy White Paper: Grant Thornton comment and reaction
Chris Frostwick, practice leader of the East Midlands office of Grant Thornton UK LLP, commented:
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28th November 2017
Law firm launches a new and comprehensive web based transport law information service for businesses and professional drivers.
The law is constantly changing with increasingly severe punishments and penalties particularly in the context of road traffic law and health and safety. The impact of this punitive approach to policy making is being felt quite acutely by businesses that h
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28th November 2017
INECROSS GROUP CONTINUES INVESTMENT IN ITS RUTLAND BASE
It’s been another exciting few months for the South Luffenham-based Linecross Group, one of the Midlands’ leading manufacturers of vacuum-formed thermoplastic, polyurethane and injection moulded components.
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27th November 2017
WFP FABRICATIONS TAKE THE SLOW ROAD TO SUCCESS
Ilkeston based firm WFP Fabrications discovered the slow route to business by taking a road trip in their 36 year old VW campervan Betty, landing three contracts worth £30,000 on the way.
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27th November 2017
NOVEMBER 2017 Focus completes project management role at Grade I listed hall
A previously inaccessible area of a Grade I listed hall is being opened to the public following a conservation project which has been managed by Focus Consultants.
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27th November 2017
Focus on places key for long-term success of Industrial Strategy
Commenting on the Industrial Strategy White Paper, Chris Plant, Director at the Chambers of Commerce, said:
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27th November 2017
BRAND-NEW LODGES UNVEILED AT CENTER PARCS SHERWOOD FOREST
Nottingham-based construction specialist Stepnell has just put the finishing touches to 28 brand-new timber-framed lodges at Center Parcs Sherwood Forest.
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27th November 2017
CELEBRATIONS AS NELSONS IS SHORTLISTED IN THE LEGAL 500 AWARDS
LEADING East Midlands law firm Nelsons Solicitors is celebrating after being shortlisted for a prestigious industry award.
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27th November 2017
Blanc de Bierges Secures Contract at £30m Leicester Development
Stonework specialist Blanc de Bierges has won a contract to provide the entrance steps at a £30m development in Leicester.
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27th November 2017
NOTTINGHAM PLAYHOUSE HELPS LOCAL CHILDREN ‘SHINE’ THIS GIVING TUESDAY
NOTTINGHAM Playhouse is helping young people across the city to grow in confidence, learn life-enhancing skills and discover their unique voices by calling for donations to its SHINE appeal this ‘Giving Tuesday’.
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27th November 2017
PALL-EX PUTS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE FIRM IN THE DRIVING SEAT
Award-winning Pall-Ex is delivering success for a Northampton logistics firm, as it becomes the latest member of the market-leading network.
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27th November 2017
Hardy Signs Host Seminar For Local Business Grants
This November, Hardy Signs Limited, of Burton on Trent, played host to a range of local businesses and organisations at their ‘Grant Access Seminar’.
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27th November 2017
Life-saving baby medical device is born out of East Midlands collaboration
Three companies who are members of Medilink East Midlands (EM) have joined together in the creation of an innovative baby health product that could save millions of lives.
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27th November 2017
IT Company Bags Cyber Security Awards
An IT Service Provider has won two GDS Cyber Security awards thanks to its commitment to providing cyber defence and education across the Midlands and the UK.
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27th November 2017
JLT SPECIALTY & PLAYERLAYER SUPPORT TRANS ATLANTIC ROWERS
Risk management and insurance broking advisers, JLT Specialty, which has offices in Nottingham is backing a former Nottingham University graduate in a quest to row across the Atlantic Ocean. Nottingham based company ‘PlayerLayer’ has also agreed to be a s
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27th November 2017
Sturgess & Jaguar - 70 years in partnership
2017 sees Sturgess of Leicester, the fourth generation family operated motor retailer celebrating 70 years of representation with the Jaguar brand, making them the oldest Jaguar retailer in the UK in continuous ownership and one of the oldest in the world
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27th November 2017
Nemaura Pharma develops and trials new pain relief treatment
Nemaura Pharma has developed an efficient and cost-effective pain-relief system for sufferers of acute arthritic-related pain.
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27th November 2017
Global Glass named Glass Company of the Year
Global Glass, the specialist IGU division of Synseal Group, has been named Glass Company of the Year at the G17 Awards.
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27th November 2017
Ward's sponsorship spurs on apprentice Jenny Powell to biggest career win yet
The last few months have seen apprentice jockey, Jenny Powell, enjoy her biggest career win to date, thanks in part to sponsorship from Ward.
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27th November 2017
Top Marks for Southern Staffordshire Schools Forum
hase Chamber held its eighth Schools Forum at the impressive JLR Engine Manufacturing Centre based on the i54 Business Park.
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24th November 2017
Vigilant branch team wins 2017 Society staff award
The building society branch team which prevented a rogue trader from defrauding a vulnerable elderly customer out of £1,800 has been crowned the winner of Hinckley & Rugby’s annual prize for its most outstanding members of staff.
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24th November 2017
Global food and drink sector challenges come under the spotlight at the Food Innovation Centre
Experts will be sharing the latest updates on some of the key challenges facing the food and drink sector at a one-day workshop to be held at the Food Innovation Centre.
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24th November 2017
Chamber members move to larger premises following innovation in supplies industry
Long-term growth for a Burton business will see a new era for evolving family firm as they move to larger premises to accommodate growing demand.
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24th November 2017
Local estate agent encourages the community to get into the Christmas Spirit
The teams at local estate and letting agents, Alasdair Morrison & Partners are starting a Christmas fundraising effort that they hope will encourage their customers and the local community to think about and donate to others less fortunate than themselves
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24th November 2017
MILLER HOMES PLEDGES TO HELP SOLVE INDUSTRY SKILLS GAP
Miller Homes has pledged to work with its subcontractors to recruit and train more people to the highest standards, and help tackle the pressing home building skills gap head on in the Midlands.
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24th November 2017
Further expansion at Blue Castle Group
Waste management and energy consultancy Blue Castle Group has expanded its team further following the appointment of George Sale and Charlene Evans.
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24th November 2017
Chamber Charity Quiz Night sets a £5,000 target
Best of Burton pit their brains to raise funds for three charities.
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24th November 2017
Director of Kettering engineering firm reacts to the budget
David White, director and founder of mechanical and electrical engineering (M&E) consultancy Building Services Design (BSD), reacts to the Autumn Budget.
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24th November 2017
AUTUMN BUDGET MEDIA COMMENT
Adrian Fowler, managing director of Midland Fixings comments on today’s Autumn Budget.
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24th November 2017
AUTUMN BUDGET 2017
Duncan Green, managing partner at the property and construction consultancy Pick Everard, reacting to today’s Autumn Budget
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24th November 2017
LET THE EVENING BE-GIN: THE RISING POPULARITY OF THE SPIRIT IN NOTTINGHAM
With the Gin Festival in Nottingham returning this weekend, the quintessentially British spirit continues to rise in popularity with dedicated bars and distilleries popping up across the city.
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24th November 2017
Best Product Commercialisation Consultancy in Ingredients & FMCG 2017
Rerum Consultancy Ltd offers a wealth of commercial experience of more than 20 years in the food ingredients, nutraceuticals and FMCG industries. We interviewed Serge van Kleef to find out more.
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22nd November 2017
ETI supports future low carbon leaders with fellowship to continue legacy of Dr David Clarke
Loughborough, 21st November 2017 - The Energy Technologies Institute (ETI) has today announced a new fellowship programme at its 10 Years of Innovation Conference, in honour of the organisation’s late CEO and Royal Academy of Engineering fellow, Dr David
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22nd November 2017
Hospice gets set to light up John D Player’s window on the city
Businesses are being invited to turn an historic Nottingham tower into a beacon of hope that will shine a light across the city every night in December to help raise money to fund vital nursing care.
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21st November 2017
Red Monkey’s sponsorship helps children cross the line!
Leicester based children’s outdoor play equipment specialists, Red Monkey, have sponsored the Oadby and Wigston Schools Cross Country League for the second year running. Red Monkey donated £200 to the event which has enabled the league to buy trophies and
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21st November 2017
Grant Thornton calls on Chancellor for tax review
Tax specialist at business and finance adviser Grant Thornton UK LLP in Leicester, Mark Pashley, is urging Chancellor Philip Hammond to review the UK's tax regime ahead of the Budget next week (22 November 2017), if it is to be fit for purpose post Brexit
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21st November 2017
Newby Castleman trainees make exam results count
Three trainees at leading Leicestershire-based accountancy firm Newby Castleman are well on their way to becoming chartered accountants after achieving exemplary results in their recent exams.
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21st November 2017
Students cook up a storm with the help of top Nottingham chef
Successful local chef, Craig Floate, who has cooked alongside the likes of Antonio Carluccio, Michael Caines, Gregg Wallace, John Torode, Adam Simmonds and Matt Tebbutt, shared his years of culinary expertise with aspiring chefs from Nottingham College on
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21st November 2017
Solutions director scoops prestigious global industry honour
A senior director at business management software provider Solutions for Accounting and CRM has scooped a prestigious global award from one of the world’s leading customer relationship management (CRM) platforms.
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21st November 2017
‘ONE STOP BEAUTY SHOP’ LAUNCHES IN NOTTINGHAM
NOTTINGHAM’S newest independent beauty destination, Kiki, opened its doors at the weekend (18 November) to much success thanks to funding from Enterprise Loans.
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21st November 2017
OPENING OF MENSWEAR STORE CEMENTS NOTTINGHAM’S APPEAL TO RETAILERS
MENSWEAR brand Remus Uomo has chosen Nottingham as the company’s first standalone store in England, following a deal overseen by commercial property agency Innes England.
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21st November 2017
Camloc Motion Control invests in graduate talent after expanding its team with new applications engineer, Gagan Chatha
Leicester-based gas spring and damper solutions manufacturer Camloc Motion Control, is continuing to grow its team, after hiring recent university graduate Gaganpreet Singh Chatha as an applications engineer.
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21st November 2017
CITY’S MAJOR CONSTRUCTION SCHEMES HOST UNIQUE STUDENT PROGRAMME
STUDENTS from Nottingham seeking career advice and inspiration have taken part in a unique three-day practical learning experience, aimed at promoting the various roles in construction.
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20th November 2017
MHR Training Courses Receive CPD Accreditation
Monday 20th November, Nottingham – HR and payroll solutions provider MHR has today announced that all its expert HR and payroll training courses have passed the rigorous assessment criteria and process to become CPD Accredited. This stamp of approval mean
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20th November 2017
McCann continues to grow its lighting division, with the appointment of experienced Design and Technical Manager, Michael Walker
Civil and Electrical Engineering firm McCann, has strengthened the lighting arm of the business with the appointment of experienced lighting design specialist, Michael Walker in the role of Design and Technical Manager.
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20th November 2017
Company Invests £80k in App Style Software That Records Residents' Care
A care home company has invested £80,000 into care monitoring software which works like a mobile phone app and gives a comprehensive report on each resident.
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20th November 2017
NEW NOTTINGHAM CITY CENTRE VENTURE TO BE ‘CUT ABOVE’ THE REST
DNA Art Space – an ambitious hairdressing salon and creative hub - will be the latest addition to Nottingham’s thriving independent scene this November, following a deal overseen by Innes England.
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20th November 2017
The Derby Conference Centre are hosting Women in Rail’s Networking and Quiz Event!
The Derby Conference Centre are thrilled to be chosen as the venue for the Women in Rail East Midlands and NTAR Quiz and Networking event taking place on Thursday 30th November. The evening promises to be entertaining and a great opportunity to meet new p
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20th November 2017
Consultancy plans for further growth and new work by opening a Sheffield office
A GROWING Derby-based consultancy of planners, architects, and designers, has opened its fourth office – in Sheffield.
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17th November 2017
DERBY FIRMS WINS TOP TITLE AT GLOBAL AWARDS
DERBY-based business Astute Recruitment has been named ‘Best in Accountancy and Finance Recruitment 2017’ at Acquisition International (AI) Magazine’s 2017 Global Excellence Awards.
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17th November 2017
SAM MASSEY JOINS SDL PROPERTY PARTNERS
The SDL Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Samantha Massey as launch manager of its brand new property management franchise scheme, SDL Property Partners. With over a decade of experience in business development as part of her 20 year care
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17th November 2017
TLT completes £50m care home sale for 90 North
TLT has completed the sale of a £50m portfolio of 12 care homes for 90 North Real Estate Partners LLP to two real estate investment trusts (REITs).
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17th November 2017
Russell Scanlan Celebrate 20 Years of Independent Insurance Alliance
Leading Nottingham-based independent and chartered insurance brokers, Russell Scanlan, came together with their colleagues from across the sector this week to celebrate 20 years of UNA, the independent broker alliance, at the organisation’s annual confere
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16th November 2017
Staycation Surge For Nott's Holidaymakers
A coach travel company in Nottingham has seen a marked increase in people booking Christmas getaways to UK seaside resorts as a result of Brexit and people becoming disheartened with airlines.
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16th November 2017
YOUTH FOOTBALL TEAM SCORES NEW KIT THANKS TO LAW FIRM
ONE of the largest grassroots football clubs in Nottinghamshire will be continuing the season in style with sponsorship for one of its teams from Nelsons Solicitors.
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16th November 2017
EMOJIS AND SOLICITORS HELP BRING CHILDREN’S PLAY CENTRE TO LIFE
BRICK walls have been transformed into colourful murals on the outside of an adventure playground used by hundreds of children, with the help of Nelsons Solicitors.
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16th November 2017
NOTTS AGENCY TO ATTEND NATIONAL CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION IN LONDON
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE estate agent Richard Watkinson & Partners has announced that they will attend the Relocation Agent Network (RAN) National Conference and Exhibition on Friday 17 November.
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16th November 2017
Memorial Centre to remember lives lost at war reaches completion
Franklin Ellis Architects has announced the completion of a new £3.9m Memorial Centre in Mountsorrel, Leicestershire, which will remember local men who died in two World Wars and bring new facilities to the local community.
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16th November 2017
HIGH GROWTH WORKSHOPS HELP BUSINESSES PLAN FOR SUCCESS IN 2018
Nottingham-based High Growth has launched a series of workshops to help businesses create and implement a strategic plan to achieve sustained success in 2018.
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16th November 2017
Camloc Motion Control invests in the talent of the future with the appointment of new apprentice, Conner Danvers-Rushin
Leicester-based gas spring and damper manufacturer Camloc Motion Control has invested in future industry talent by adding new apprentice, Conner Danvers-Rushin, to the in-house engineering team.
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15th November 2017
Lucky number seven for Ibstock Brick as it scoops top honours at the Brick Awards
Ibstock Brick, the UK’s largest brick manufacturer, once again triumphed at the Brick Awards winning seven categories at the prestigious event.
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15th November 2017
RUTON KNOWLES PROMOTES INFRASTRUCTURE EXPERT TO PARTNER
PROPERTY consultants Bruton Knowles has promoted compensation specialist and RICS registered valuer Andrew Prowse to partner.
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15th November 2017
National surveying firm opens East Midlands office with specialist technology and innovation hub
Building consultancy, Malcolm Hollis, is opening a 25-person strong office in Nottingham, with a full suite of building surveying and consultancy services, alongside a new technology and innovation centre.
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15th November 2017
Richard Steer named Building’s Personality of the Year
Richard Steer, chairman of Nottingham based property and construction consultancy, Gleeds, has been named Personality of the Year 2017 by Building Magazine, the UK’s leading construction publication.
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15th November 2017
£1 per trip – Anytime – Anywhere on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 November 2017
To celebrate the re-opening of St Peter’s Bridge and the switch-on of the annual Christmas Lights in Burton, Midland Classic who provide the majority of the local bus services in East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire is offering a fantastic single fare
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15th November 2017
HIDDEN GEM GURKHA ONE SHORTLISTED FOR NATIONAL RESTAURANT AWARD
AWARD-WINNING Indian and Nepalese restaurant Gurkha One has been shortlisted for ‘Best Newcomer’ at the prestigious British Curry Awards 2017.
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15th November 2017
J Tomlinson donates £500 to local RSPCA shelter
Integrated building services company J Tomlinson has recently donated £500 to a Derby-based animal shelter.
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15th November 2017
Clegg Construction has recently completed work on a major redevelopment and refurbishment project for a West Midlands university.
Nottingham-based Clegg Construction was awarded the £4.5m contract for the work in the Main Building at Aston University in Birmingham city centre.
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15th November 2017
Unique food innovation centre notches up support for 100 SME businesses
Scientists and business experts working together at the Food Innovation Centre at the University of Nottingham have now helped over 100 food and drink businesses to tackle some of their innovation challenges or create inventive new products
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15th November 2017
LOUTH LONDON DRY GIN AMONG EXOTIC EXHIBITS AT LINCS FOOD & GIFT FAIR
LOVERS of exotic gin are in for a festive treat when they attend Lincolnshire Showground’s popular Food & Gift Fair on December 2 and 3 2017.
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15th November 2017
Notts Insurance Broker Busts the Myths about the Little Black Box
Telematics can be very useful in providing fleet operators with the tools for their drivers to become safer and more competent while working - but this new technology isn’t a quick fix and can take some time to embed in the culture of a business, accordin
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15th November 2017
Four new recruits for Air-IT
Managed IT and Communications Provider, Air-IT has added four new staff to its technical and back office teams following its recent relocation to larger premises in Sandiacre.
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13th November 2017
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE-BASED DESIGN SPECIALISTS BURST ONTO UK HOSPITALITY SCENE
A NOTTINGHAMSHIRE design, maintenance and refurbishment company says pubs, bars and restaurants are doing themselves long-term damage if they don’t address brand image.
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13th November 2017
MARKET SQUARE GETS A MAKEOVER FOR EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE BID SUBMISSION
STEP INTO Market Square and you might notice something a little bit different.
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13th November 2017
The Wilkins Groups Celebrates Win at Family Business Awards
Global packaging firm The Wilkins Group is celebrating after winning the International Trade Award at the Midlands Family Business Awards.
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13th November 2017
Double delight for new Mark J Rees partners
The Leicester accountancy practice Mark J Rees is appointing two new partners – the first double partnership promotion in its 79-year history.
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13th November 2017
J Tomlinson builds nine commercial units on regeneration site
Steel frames have gone up on a £1.6m commercial development project being built by J Tomlinson.
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13th November 2017
TOP MIDLANDS ENGINEERING CONSULTANCY APPOINTS NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT POWERHOUSE
BUILDING Services Design (BSD), one of the region’s largest mechanical and electrical engineering (M&E) consultancies, has announced that Alexandra Kowalczuk has joined the company as its new business development consultant.
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13th November 2017
Eat, drink and knit big at Oliver’s with BBC Dragon’s Den entrepreneur
Fresh from her success on BBC’s Dragon’s Den, owner of artisan woolcraft business, Wool Couture is heading to award-winning café, Oliver’s on Friar Gate, in Derby on Saturday 18 November to give an inspirational talk and a ‘giant knitting’ demonstration.
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13th November 2017
Bradley and Ryan take up training placements at Newby Castleman
Two fresh-faced trainees have been taken on by leading chartered accountancy firm Newby Castleman.
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13th November 2017
CALEDONIAN ANNOUNCES ‘YOU’RE HIRED’ ROADSHOW
Caledonian, the UK’s leading offsite building solution provider, is looking to the next generation of graduates to join its team, as the company seeks to fill four more vacancies within the business.
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10th November 2017
Loughborough research institute invites energy industry experts to celebrate a decade of low carbon innovation
Loughborough 09 October 2017 - The Energy Technologies Institute (ETI), based at Loughborough University, will be sharing the results from more than 150 complex low carbon energy innovation projects at its 10 Years of Innovation conference. Over two days
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10th November 2017
Construction begins on Coventry University’s sustainable engineering research centre
International property and construction consultancy, Gleeds, has begun construction on a joint venture between Coventry University and German-based international engineering service provider FEV that will see the creation of research centre for automotive
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10th November 2017
Rugby Forwards Reunited in the UK Property Scrum
A Derbyshire property company with an extensive portfolio has appointed a new director- and rebranded to mark the occasion.
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10th November 2017
NOTTS PROPERTY EXPERT TO LEAD BRUTON KNOWLES’ NATIONAL TEAM
NATIONAL property consultants Bruton Knowles has elected Nottingham-based James Bailey as managing partner for a term of three years.
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10th November 2017
PROPERTY DEVELOPER’S MOVE HIGHLIGHTS FREEHOLD SHORTAGE IN NOTTINGHAM
GROWING property development company, Hockley Developments, has moved to a larger office as it paves the way for future expansion, following a deal overseen by Innes England.
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10th November 2017
YOUR HR LAWYER LAUNCHES MIDLANDS EDUCATION STUDY
A new study is set to help schools across the Midlands find out how effective they are at managing HR issues.
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10th November 2017
DISPUTE RESOLUTION TEAM BOLSTERED THROUGH NEW APPOINTMENTS
GROWING law firm Nelsons Solicitors has further strengthened its Derby dispute resolution team through the appointment of two new solicitors.
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10th November 2017
2017 ProCon Awards winners revealed
The best construction projects in Leicestershire have been named winners of the 2017 ProCon Leicestershire Awards.
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9th November 2017
Nottingham based Foremost Security attends the Leicestershire Business Expo 2017
Nottingham based security business, Foremost Security Limited were delighted to host a stand at the Leicestershire Business Expo 2017 at the King Power Stadium on Thursday 26th October to help with their plans to branch out into Leicester markets.
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9th November 2017
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS GROWTH LEADS TO A RAFT OF NEW APPOINTMENTS AT TANK
Six people have joined the ranks of digital PR agency Tank, following a significant number of new international client wins.
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9th November 2017
NEW SPONSORSHIP IS HOT TO TROT FOR BLOOMFIELDS
One of Europe’s leading horsebox manufacturers has announced its latest sponsorship with European gold medallist and international event rider, Ben Hobday.
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9th November 2017
DERBY MD CELEBRATES SUCCESS AT LOCAL BUSINESS BREAKFAST
BUSINESS leaders from Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire gathered yesterday (7 November) to hear about their role in refreshing the economic strategy for the area and HS2 plans at a D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership’s business breakfast.
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9th November 2017
Perfect Fit! Derbyshire Shirt Manufacturer to Sponsor ‘Team of the Year’ Nominees.
Peter England UK to provide dress shirts to Long Eaton Rugby Union Football Club in deal worth £2,500.
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9th November 2017
Baker Butt Foods wins SOHO Coffee Co. listing for sourdough naans
Specialist baker Butt Foods has gained a contract to supply its tasty innovative sourdough naans to independent coffee shop chain SOHO Coffee Co.
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9th November 2017
ASPECT HOUSE NOW AT 100% OCCUPANCY AS MAJOR CALL CENTRE MOVES IN
A MAJOR deal to secure almost 30,000 sq ft of grade A office space in Nottingham has been brokered by property consultancy Innes England.
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9th November 2017
COVENTRY FURNITURE FIRM MOVES INTO NEW HOME
Creative Hire, a leading Coventry-based furniture hire business, has purchased a new, larger warehouse with the help of a £3.35 million commercial mortgage from HSBC.
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9th November 2017
More than 350 HomeServe staff move into new Nottingham offices
New state-of-the-art facility on Aspect Business Park, Nottingham, also houses new “Gas Centre of Excellence” for HomeServe to train hundreds of gas engineers every year
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9th November 2017
Swannington eco-building project gets the support of Ibstock Brick and Forticrete
An environmental school building project in North West Leicestershire has been given a boost by a major local brick manufacturer.
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9th November 2017
Two Leicestershire entrepreneurs feature in list of UK’s most inspiring leaders
The CEOs of two growing Leicestershire businesses have been named amongst the UK’s 100 most inspirational and innovative individuals from across the private, not for profit and public sectors.
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8th November 2017
NOTTS WASTE AND ENERGY CONSULTANTS APPOINTED BY JOJO MAMAN BÈBÈ
Environmental and energy consultants, Blue Castle Group, has been appointed by leading baby, kids, maternity and nursing clothing retailer JoJo Maman Bébé.
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8th November 2017
CHESTERFIELD’S ALTEK TO REDEFINE GLOBAL ALUMINIUM RECYCLING FOLLOWING FUNDING FROM SANTANDER
Chesterfield-based ALTEK Europe Ltd (“ALTEK”), a specialist designer and manufacturer of equipment used for the efficient recycling of aluminium and aluminium waste material, is set to commercialise its latest innovative technology, ALUSALT™ after receivi
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8th November 2017
PUPILS TAKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE IN STYLE THANKS TO DONATION OF HI-VIS VESTS AND BAG TAGS
Pupils from Measham C of E Primary School in Measham are taking a walk on the wild side in style this year thanks to a donation of high visibility vests and bag tags from David Wilson Homes East Midlands.
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8th November 2017
Success of Ibstock Brick’s Tradesman® competition is announced – plus confirmation of promotion extension
The first Grand Prize winner of Ibstock Brick's Tradesman® competition has been announced – and the lucky winner is a Hampshire-based home improvements company.
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8th November 2017
Blanc de Bierges Steps up to Challenge of £28 Million Campus Project
Stonework specialists Blanc De Bierges stepped up to the mark when it came to providing products for a new health campus at Hull University, which is set to be opened by Her Majesty the Queen next week.
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8th November 2017
Edmond Shipway’s National Memorial Arboretum named UK Project of the Year
The Remembrance Centre at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire, on which Birmingham-based construction consultancy Edmond Shipway was appointed project and cost manager, has been named UK Project of the Year by the Royal Institution of Charter
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8th November 2017
McCann commits to ‘earn and learn’ by joining The 5% Club
Nottingham-based civil and electrical engineering firm McCann has showcased its commitment to developing future talent by joining The 5% Club, an industry led initiative focussed on driving momentum into the recruitment of apprentices, graduates and spons
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8th November 2017
Pendragon PLC Recruits for New Customer Service Roles in Dealerships
Pendragon PLC, one of the UK’s leading automotive online retailers, has introduced a new Customer Service Assistant role to its Evans Halshaw dealerships and Stratstone retailers.
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8th November 2017
Time to challenge executive training and development
Senior executives and business leaders need space to develop their leadership thinking, however in today’s fast paced climate, the way that development is structured and delivered needs to be adapted to reflect their time and budget demands, according to
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8th November 2017
Silverstone Park Commercial Director Roz Bird confirmed as one of Grant Thornton's 100 'Faces of a Vibrant Economy'
MEPC’s Roz Bird, Commercial Director for Silverstone Park, has been announced as one of 100 business people likely to have a significant impact on the UK economy in the next 12 months.
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3rd November 2017
Stratstone BMW Derby Continues to Support Local Hockey Club
Stratstone BMW Derby is delighted to announce a new sponsorship with Repton Hockey Club, continuing its support from last season.
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3rd November 2017
New Data Protection Resource Hub Launches for SMEs
New Data Protection Resource Hub Launches for SMEs
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3rd November 2017
Pentaxia appoints new business development director as move to new facility begins
Advanced composites manufacturer, Pentaxia prepares for growth with the appointment of Russ Meddes as business development director, as its begins its move into a new six-acre site on Alfreton Road in Derby
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3rd November 2017
Chartered Accountants, Auditors and Advisors, Rogers Spencer are set to finish 2017 on a high
One of Nottingham’s leading independent firm of Chartered Accountants, Auditors and Advisors, Rogers Spencer are set to finish 2017 on a high as they grow their team to meet the demand for local and reliable financial support.
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3rd November 2017
Mitchells strengthens its senior team with new appointment
Mitchells Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers has further strengthened its corporate team with the appointment of a senior chartered certified accountant.
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3rd November 2017
Wildgoose Homes has handed over the keys to the first completed houses on its newest development in Derbyshire
New owners have moved into five homes at the Wistanes Green site in Wessington, where the company is building a range of three and four bedroomed semi-detached and detached houses.
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2nd November 2017
Nottingham creative business finalists ‘British Sign Awards 2017’
Last year N1 Visual Solutions scooped a prestigious award for their ‘outstanding body of work’ at the 2016 British Sign Awards. T
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2nd November 2017
COCKLIFFE COUNTRY HOUSE TO HOST EXCLUSIVE GLOBAL WEDDING DRESS LAUNCH
Nottinghamshire-based Cockliffe Country House Hotel has announced a partnership with leading local wedding suppliers to host the launch of revered international wedding dress designer Caroline Castigliano in the area.
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2nd November 2017
MOCK EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL HELPS BUSINESS BOSSES PREPARE AND PLAN
An interactive mock employment tribunal has been held in the court room at the National Justice Museum in Nottingham, to raise awareness of legislative changes for businesses.
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1st November 2017
YOUNG TRAINEES HIRED TO BECOME EXPERTS IN CLOUD-BASED ACCOUNTANCY SOFTWARE XERO
NATIONAL accountancy firm UHY Hacker Young has added fresh talent to its Nottingham-based team with the appointment of two new trainees.
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1st November 2017
NOTTINGHAM BUSINESSES RAISE ALMOST £700 AT SPORTSAID CHARITY LUNCH
A FUNDRAISING lunch for Nottingham SportsAid raised £680 to help support the next generation of British sporting stars – including local teenage triathlete Nixie Turner.
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1st November 2017
LEADING LAW FIRM GOES FOR ‘GREEN’ ENVIRONMENT CERTIFICATE
LEADING law firm Roythornes has been awarded a green Investors in the Environment (iiE) accreditation - the highest available recognition from the scheme - for its commitment to sustainability and reducing its impact on the environment.
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1st November 2017
MANAGING DIRECTOR OF PENTAXIA IS GUEST SPEAKER AT A SPECIAL CONNECT DERBY EVENT
Stephen Ollier, managing director of advanced carbon fibre composite manufacturer Pentaxia, is the guest speaker at a special networking event being hosted by Connect Derby.
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1st November 2017
Leadership development company to get the East Midlands’ housing sector fit to lead
Strong leaders hold the key to realising the potential opportunities for the UK’s housing sector and its workforce, according to leading East Midlands’ training and development firm, Awbery.
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1st November 2017
Purpose Media staff get spooky for charity
Full-service marketing agency Purpose Media marked this year’s Halloween in spook-tacular style by holding a staff fancy dress day to raise money in support of Rape Crisis England and Wales.
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1st November 2017
Phase two of Loughborough University’s £30m science faculty contract begins
Henry Brothers and Franklin Ellis Architects have announced that works have begun on the second phase of Loughborough University’s major refurbishment of its existing science buildings.
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1st November 2017
FROM SCISSORS AND SUDS TO SHOWHOMES AND SALES
A sales adviser from Miller Homes Midlands has landed her dream job and dream home - all in under six months.
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1st November 2017
With Love from Harts XX
Foodies and fans from across the region can look forward to a mouth-watering 12 months ahead, as renowned Nottingham restaurant Hart’s launches a year of celebrations, with some very special events planned, to mark a milestone 20th birthday.
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1st November 2017
Casting Call Gives Would-Be Models The Chance To ‘Strut Their Stuff’ For Charity
A couture fashion designer, who has showed his collections at London, LA and New York Fashion Week, is looking to give would-be models the chance to walk in his December showcase in Nottingham.
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30th October 2017
CHILDREN INVITED INTO MAGICAL CHRISTMAS WORLD AT LINCOLNSHIRE SHOWGROUND’S ANNUAL FOOD & GIFT FAIR
THE MAGICAL World of Fingley, a series of five children’s storybooks, is coming to Lincoln as part of Santa’s Workshop at the Lincolnshire Showground’s popular Food & Gift Fair, taking place on 2 and 3 December 2017.
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30th October 2017
New Appointment Boosts Private Client Services for Nottingham Firm
The city’s largest independent insurance broker, Russell Scanlan, has bolstered its growing team of experts with a new appointment to its private client division.
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30th October 2017
MANSFIELD BANK TO GO UNDER THE HAMMER AT ONLINE AUCTION
A MANSFIELD high street bank valued at around £1.1 million will be brought to the commercial property market this month (15 and 16 November) as part of a multi-million-pound UK-wide auction by Nottingham-based online auctioneer John Pye Property.
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30th October 2017
CARING COMPANY MAKES A SPLASH
On Monday (October 30) Sarah and Aldrin Caines – who are the brains behind Navigation Support & Care Services – are throwing open the doors on their newest venture, Navigation Hydrotherapy.
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30th October 2017
Leicestershire manufacturer aims for growth with new £900,000 etching facility
A leading Coalville printing and labelling technology specialist is targeting new contracts after completing a £1.4m extension.
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30th October 2017
PROFESSIONAL NEGLIGENCE EXPERT JOINS DERBY LAW FIRM
SPECIALIST professional negligence solicitor Daniel Brumpton has joined the Derby office of Nelsons Solicitors as a partner.
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30th October 2017
Accountants help get local entrepreneur’s show on the road
A young Leicester entrepreneur who started a bike accessories business from scratch at age 17 has launched his latest venture, with the help of local chartered accountants Newby Castleman.
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27th October 2017
HOMEBUILDER BRIGHTENS UP PUPILS’ WALK TO SCHOOL BY DONATING HI-VIS BAG TAGS
Pupils from Sketchley Hill Primary School in Burbage will be joining thousands of children across the UK to take part in a walk to school week during International Walk to School Month, with help from local homebuilder David Wilson Homes East Midlands.
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27th October 2017
European Capital of Culture 2023 - Nottingham reveals theme of bid: Breaking the Frame
Nottingham will draw on its heritage of rebellion, social justice and innovation in its bid to become the next UK European Capital of Culture in 2023.
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27th October 2017
MILLER HOMES SET TO BRING 170 NEW HOMES TO THE EAST MIDLANDS
Plans have been revealed by Miller Homes Midlands to build 170 new homes in the region.
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27th October 2017
SPECIALIST CONSULTANCY CHOOSES NOTTS FOR HQ
Specialist consultancy, theGrogroup has moved offices from the Lace Market to the newly opened Business Hub, which is part of the Landmark Business Centre in West Bridgford.
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27th October 2017
CARTWRIGHT EXPANDS AGAIN WITH NEW ACCOUNT MANAGER
GROWING Midlands PR agency Cartwright Communications is continuing to expand, with its latest hire of Ash Dhindsa as account manager.
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27th October 2017
Pendragon to Take on 40 Telesales and Retention Team Members
Nottinghamshire, 26 October 2017 – Pendragon PLC, Nottingham’s second biggest retailer, is recruiting for ‘franchise geniuses’ to join its fast-paced Telesales and Customer Retention Centre, following implementation of a new customer contact strategy.
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27th October 2017
Major Event to highlight how innovation works for business
Businesses from across the East Midlands are invited to find out how innovation can help them innovate and boost the economy.
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27th October 2017
intu makes £300 million impact on Nottingham economy
NOTTINGHAM’S intu Victoria Centre and intu Broadmarsh contributed £314.7 million to the local economy last year* according to a new report by owner intu.
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27th October 2017
Westerby Group take part in the Leicester Legends Football Match to raise funds for The Y Charity
Westerby Group teamed up with other Leicestershire based companies and The Y Charity, based in Leicester, to take on the mighty Leicester Legends for a charity football match on Sunday 22nd October.
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27th October 2017
EXPANSION FOR ENCORE WITH DERBY OFFICE MOVE
NATIONAL recruitment firm Encore Personnel has announced the expansion of its Derby branch with a new city centre office and several jobs created.
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27th October 2017
NOTTS ACCOUNTANTS BREW UP SUPPORT FOR MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION
NOTTINGHAM-based accountancy firm UHY Hacker Young enjoyed a ‘Tea & Talk’ event this month (23 October) – raising awareness and £262 for The Mental Health Foundation (MHF).
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26th October 2017
Beeston Hockey Club go Live on Air thanks to ICT Partner
Beeston Hockey Club has strengthened relations with its fans by bringing the club’s official ICT provider and sponsors, Air-IT on board as their live broadcast partner for the 2017/18 season.
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26th October 2017
Rainbows boosts Board of Trustees
Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People has announced it is to boost its Board of Trustees following its recent Annual General Meeting.
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26th October 2017
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE LEADS ‘LITERARY GREATS’ CAMPAIGN TO ATTRACT VISITORS FROM ACROSS THE POND
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE is set to lead a new project to attract more American visitors to the area in partnership with Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature, Visit Hampshire and Shakespeare’s England.
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26th October 2017
Consultancy's work on regenerating old brownfield sites reaps triple success
ENGINEERING consultancy Rodgers Leask is celebrating after a triple success for its work on major regeneration schemes involving brownfield sites
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26th October 2017
Silverstone Technology Cluster confirms high-profile speakers for Advanced Engineering Show
Senior engineering figures Stephen Ball, Roger Atkins, Kieron Salter and Rob Lewis have been confirmed as guest speakers as part of the Silverstone Technology Cluster’s sponsorship of the VIP Lounge at the Advanced Engineering Show (Wednesday 1st to Thurs
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26th October 2017
AWARD WINNING RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY’S GROWTH TRIGGERS MOVE TO NEW NOTTINGHAM HEADQUARTERS
Macildowie is significantly expanding its presence in Nottingham, by moving to a brand new, purpose-designed headquarters, which is over 40 per cent bigger than its current office.
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26th October 2017
Keep Calm and Curry On!
Ashiana Indian Restaurant near Newark wins two national food awards
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26th October 2017
DOUBLE ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS FOR NOTTINGHAM COUPLE
KH Hair franchisees mark 50 and 25 years of salon success
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26th October 2017
Free investment summit to unlock investment opportunities in Chesterfield
With £1 billion of developments underway and an HS2 stop and maintenance depot set to be built in Chesterfield by 2033, businesses across the region that want to capitalise on the town’s growth trajectory are being invited to attend the Chesterfield Inves
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26th October 2017
Bakery Supports the Royal British Legion with Poppy Cakes
A family bakery of 100 years is to create specially decorated cupcakes to raise money for the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal.
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25th October 2017
Delta-Simons Midlands team welcome new Principal Consultant
Delta-Simons Midlands team are pleased to welcome Geo-environmental Principal Consultant, Hellen Maiden, to the company.
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23rd October 2017
We want to shout it from the tree tops
Field Sport UK is a family run business and we are so very proud to announce our achievements so far this year
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23rd October 2017
Business Mentors Required - Wednesday 11 October 2017
Derbyshire Education Business Partnership are currently looking for volunteers from the world of work to become Business Mentors. The programme involves working one to one with a young person in Year 11 and getting them thinking about their future aspira
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23rd October 2017
Porsche Centre Nottingham hosts successful Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo Preview Evening
On Friday 13 October Porsche Centre Nottingham hosted a preview event of the new Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo.
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23rd October 2017
BUSINESSES LEARN ABOUT THE SECRETS OF HIGH GROWTH AT SUMMIT
The High Growth Summit welcomed over 220 ambitious business leaders from across the UK looking to uncover the strategies to help them reach the next level, with a further 550 accessing the summit online.
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23rd October 2017
SUCCESS FOR WILLMOTT DIXON WITH NATIONAL AWARD WIN
CONTRACTOR Willmott Dixon was again crowned the ‘Best Main Contractor to Work For (Over £250m)’ at the Construction Enquirer Awards in Birmingham last week (10 October).
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23rd October 2017
BUILDERS SWAP USUAL HIGH VIS FOR PINK GEAR TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR BREAST CANCER
Construction staff at David Wilson Homes East Midlands are dressing to impress for wear it pink this Friday 20th October, to help raise awareness for Breast Cancer Now.
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23rd October 2017
Christmas events announced for Croots Farm Shop in Derbyshire
Derbyshire-based farm shop Croots has unveiled a Christmas cracker of events leading up to the festive period.
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23rd October 2017
Business events programme announced for Made in Chesterfield
Engineering and manufacturing businesses in Chesterfield and North Derbyshire are being urged to ensure that they have the workforce in place for the town’s investment and development boom.
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20th October 2017
Forward Ladies Celebrates the Success of Business Women in the Midlands
Forward Ladies has announced the winners of the National Awards for 2017, sponsored by HSBC. The Awards took place last Friday at a celebration lunch at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel, before an audience of senior and influential business leaders.
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20th October 2017
Building Society staff on the march for charity
A group of staff from Earl Shilton Building Society have taken part in a sponsored walk in the Leicestershire countryside, raising over £480 for the Stroke Association.
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20th October 2017
ROYTHORNES APPOINTS LEGAL HEAVYWEIGHT TO SUPPORT COMPANY GROWTH
ROYTHORNES Solicitors has appointed a heavyweight private client specialist to lead its Nottingham-based team of legal experts.
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20th October 2017
Newby Castleman Gazelles gallop to the finish for charity
Four staff from chartered accountants Newby Castleman are celebrating after winning the prize for fastest women’s team in the Cummins Relay Challenge at the Leicester Half Marathon.
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20th October 2017
HORIBA MIRA and Coventry University Secure Grant Funding for the Creation of World Class Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Testing Facilities
Government to co-invest with industry to establish £80m globally leading centre of excellence
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20th October 2017
MANSFIELD CHOSEN AS CHINESE COMPANY’S FIRST UK BASE
A CHINESE company employing more than 600 workers will create 20 jobs when it sets up its first UK base in Nottinghamshire, after a deal overseen by commercial property agency Innes England.
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20th October 2017
Leicestershire firms to put Christmas Toys on the Table
Leicestershire and Rutland business members of Leicestershire Cares are to ensure thousands of children who might otherwise face a Christmas without presents do receive toys and other gifts.
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20th October 2017
LINCOLN TO BENEFIT FROM £1MILLION INVESTMENT
LINCOLN is one of twelve historic cities which has secured a £1m investment from the Discover England Fund for an innovative new project to encourage more US visitors to explore regional England.
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18th October 2017
£7m Elite Athlete Centre and Hotel to be added to Imago Venues portfolio from 2018
Loughborough University is creating a dedicated 4-star Elite Athlete Centre and Hotel (EAC) comprised of 44 bedrooms. The facility will be run by Imago Venues – Loughborough University’s dedicated hotel, conference and events provider.
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18th October 2017
CHARITY SKY DIVE FOR FRAMEWORK
When Kate Bradshaw, purchased a sky dive as a birthday present for her father’s 69th birthday, little did she expect to also be completing the dive at the same time.
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18th October 2017
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE LAW FIRM AIMS TO SMASH FUNDRAISING EFFORTS FOR WILL AID
A LAW firm based in Mansfield and Newark is aiming high this year in an attempt to beat their previous fundraising efforts for charity.
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18th October 2017
NEW NOTTINGHAM BAR BOTTLES SELF-SERVE CULTURE
More details have been revealed about Nottingham’s first ever self-serve wine bar, which is set to open its doors later this month.
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18th October 2017
NEGLECTED NOTTINGHAM SITE TO BECOME 35 APARTMENTS
PLANS to transform a derelict site in Nottingham into 35 luxury studio apartments with three commercial units has been given the go ahead, subject to section 106 agreement and conditions, thanks to support from Knights 1759.
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17th October 2017
Award Hopes for Family Business of More Than Five Decades
A global packaging firm based in Nottingham has made the shortlist in the Midlands Family Business Awards.
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17th October 2017
Document Network Services announce GDPR Awareness Workshops
With the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) coming into effect on 25th May 2018, Derby based firm Document Network Services are giving businesses the opportunity to learn about technology that could help to achieve compliance with the new legislati
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16th October 2017
Investment in Elumatec saw doubles manufacturing capacity at DPI
East Midlands manufacturer DPI (UK) Limited has invested in a brand new, automated Elumatec DG104 twin headed mitre saw costing over £45,000, to support growing demand for its tensioned fabric displays from the large format printing trade and creative age
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16th October 2017
NOTTINGHAM LAW FIRM APPOINTS FOUR NEW PARTNERS
NELSONS Solicitors has promoted four employees to partners in its Nottingham office.
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16th October 2017
THERE’S ‘MORTAR’ THIS GARDEN THAN MEETS THE EYE: HOMEBUYER PUTS STAMP ON NEW PROPERTY IN COALVILLE BY LAYING BRICK
A Coalville homebuyer has put her stamp on a brand new David Wilson Homes property after placing an engraved brick in her garden wall during the early build stages.
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16th October 2017
Talk Staff Group announces expansion into Nottingham creating new jobs
Following on from the recent successes as the winner of the ‘Commitment to People Development’ award and finalists for the ‘Best Company to Work for’ at the National IRP Awards, Talk Staff Group announce that they are opening an office in Nottingham City
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16th October 2017
PALL-EX KICKS OFF COALVILLE TOWN FC SPONSORSHIP
Coalville Town FC has scored a new major sponsorship deal in a partnership with Leicestershire-based palletised freight distribution network, Pall-Ex.
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16th October 2017
INNES ENGLAND ACCREDITED FOR CYBER SECURITY
COMMERCIAL property agency Innes England has been recognised for its commitment to preventing cyber attacks.
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16th October 2017
CEDAR HOUSE DEVELOPMENT OF CLIFTON TRIANGLE GETS UNDERWAY
CLIFTON’S most talked about development scheme has now started on site and received a visit from Lilian Greenwood MP for Nottingham South this week (16 Oct) following the demolition of the existing buildings.
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13th October 2017
Free Growth Workshop for Manufacturing Businesses
This FREE workshop is for manufacturing businesses to gain an insight into developing their customer engagement strategy to meet the demands for faster product development and more agile manufacturing.
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13th October 2017
BIRCHOVER NAMED AS SOLE AGENT FOR NEW OAKLANDS DEVELOPMENT BY MEADOWVIEW HOMES
Birchover Sales and Lettings have been appointed as the sole selling agent for an exciting new development of nine homes on Duffield Road in Derby. Oaklands is the latest construction of high quality homes by Derby-based developer Meadowview Homes.
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13th October 2017
OCTOBER 2017 Winners of the East Midlands fbe Awards 2017 announced
The refurbishment of the Engineering Building at the University of Leicester has been crowned the overall winner at the East Midlands fbe Awards 2017.
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13th October 2017
Coffee morning raises charity cash
Luxury property developer Harron Homes has raised an impressive total of £220.41 for Macmillan Cancer Support, after taking part in its annual World’s Biggest Coffee Morning.
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13th October 2017
LEGAL TEAMS SEAL A DEAL AS DEMAND FOR SERVICES GROWS
Working together, two of Nottingham’s leading law firms will deliver a wider range of services to businesses across the East Midlands.
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13th October 2017
CONSTRUCTION WORK IS WELL UNDERWAY AT REDROW HOMES’ EXCITING NEW DEVELOPMENT IN STRETTON.
Construction work is well underway at Redrow Homes East Midlands’ new Knights Keep development in Stretton, near Burton-on-Trent.
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13th October 2017
NEW TEAM TO LAUNCH NEW HOMES IN DERBYSHIRE
Miller Homes Midlands has appointed sales adviser Lucie Flewitt to take the reins at its Dales View development in Brailsford as it launches the highly anticipated second phase of properties.
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12th October 2017
R&D funding isn't just for scientists, says Grant Thornton
East Midlands businesses could be missing out on valuable financial support because they don’t realise their activities are eligible for research and development (R&D) funding, according to financial and business advisory firm Grant Thornton.
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12th October 2017
Work starts on new doctors surgery in Brixworth
Construction work has commenced on a new doctors surgery in Brixworth at Barratt Homes’ Saxon Rise development on Northampton Road
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12th October 2017
Game On - £400k investment breathes life into listed building
ROXY Ball Room, the latest bar to open in Nottingham’s thriving food and drink scene, has invested £400,000 in transforming 10 Thurland Street which has been sat empty for eight years.
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12th October 2017
TV series explores alternative finance to high street banks
TWO businesses, which are going from strength to strength after receiving financial support from ethical loan provider Enterprise Loans, are set to feature in the BBC documentary series A Matter of Life and Debt.
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12th October 2017
Agency's First Client Says ‘You're Hired’ Once Again
Derbyshire based Poppy-PR has proved its relationships are built to last by once again joining forces with its first ever client.
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12th October 2017
Ibstock Brick hosts Uzbekistan Ambassador visit
Ibstock Brick, the UK’s largest brick manufacturer, hosted a visit from the Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan to the United Kingdom last week (Friday 6 October).
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12th October 2017
Albion Centre welcomes CEX and Shoe Zone
TWO high street retailers have committed to new stores at the Albion Centre in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, in deals overseen by commercial property agency Innes England.
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12th October 2017
Back to school for Russell Roof Tiles
Leading roof tile manufacturer, Russell Roof Tiles is investing its time and commitment into encouraging the next generation into manufacturing, by rolling out a series of local school talks.
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12th October 2017
Exclusive Laurent-Perrier Gourmet Night Returns To Seven
Laurent-Perrier expert, John Cleary is set to return to Derby next month with an exclusive evening of gourmet dining, which is expected to be an immediate sell out.
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12th October 2017
Just for Pets back in business following acquisition by Pedigree Wholesale
The future of specialist pet retailer Just for Pets has been secured following the acquisition of the business on 10 October 2017 by newly formed company PSR Trading Limited, a sister company to established pet sector business Pedigree Wholesale.
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12th October 2017
Cartwright makes a move on home-town Lincoln
LEADING Midlands PR and marketing agency Cartwright Communications has opened an office in Lincoln
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12th October 2017
Hallam rewards staff with company trip to Dublin
Nottingham based award-winning digital marketing and web design agency Hallam Internet, has celebrated a rapid period of growth by recently sending 44 staff for an all-expenses paid trip to Dublin.
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12th October 2017
FOUR QUALIFY AS LEGAL ADVISERS USING DIFFERENT STUDY METHODS
Four legal advisers from East Midlands law Firm Sills & Betteridge LLP have passed their final qualifications.
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12th October 2017
LEISURE ON THE MENU FOR PROPERTY AND CONSTRUCTION IN NOTTS
MORE than 20 people gathered for a property and construction lunch to talk about sport and leisure developments in the East Midlands.
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12th October 2017
Nottingham Nursery Finalist in Coveted National Awards
Children 1st @ Plumtree shortlisted for Indoor Learning Environment Award at the Nursery Management Today Awards 2017
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12th October 2017
Leading franchise company heads to the NEC to launch UK expansion
A leading franchise company is heading to the National Franchise Exhibition, in the hope to find passionate entrepreneurs to help them expand across the country.
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12th October 2017
ROYTHORNES NAMED IN TOP FIVE FIRMS FOR LAW TRAINEES
LEADING law firm Roythornes Solicitors has been named by The Lex 100 Survey as one of the top legal practices for trainee solicitors, winning six categories and ranking in fifth place overall out of 165 firms nationwide for overall job satisfaction.
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12th October 2017
Nottingham’s British GT Champion, Rick Parfitt Junior Celebrates his win with Local Sponsor
Fresh from his British GT Victory, race car driver Rick Parfitt Junior met up with the team at VIA to thank them for their support as a key sponsor.
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12th October 2017
OWNER OF KINGSWOOD RESIDENTIAL INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT FEATURED IN NEW PROPERTYMARK NATIONAL TV ADVERT
Propertymark, the go-to consumer organisation which helps people buy, sell, rent and let their homes, launches its first national television advertisement to highlight the importance of using an agent who is ‘Propertymark Protected’.
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12th October 2017
Care Awards Finals for PerCurra
Three employees from Nottingham-based care at home provider PerCurra Ltd have been selected as finalists for the Great British Care Awards in the East Midlands Region.
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12th October 2017
Mi360 Virtual Tours awarded 2 year contract with Leicester County Council Registration Services
Mi360 Virtual Tours has been awarded a 2 year contract to work as the preferred supplier of photography, virtual tours and video production services for the Leicestershire Registration Service (www.celebrateinleicestershire.co.uk)
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12th October 2017
PAB Languages Centre and REC partnership results in benefits for REC Members
Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) has signed a strategic partnership agreement with PAB Languages Center to establish a long-term relationship.
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12th October 2017
Students to learn business of performing arts through new partnership
Curve – one of the UK’s leading producing theatres – has partnered with Leicester Castle Business School, at De Montfort University, to provide industry-based experience to students of a new MSc module.
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12th October 2017
THE BOTANIST SOWS THE SEEDS FOR SUCCESS IN WEST BRIDGFORD
The Botanist has now arrived in West Bridgford and is already taking root in the area’s vibrant food and drink scene.
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12th October 2017
MORLEY HAYES SHORTLISTED AS A FINALIST AT MIDLANDS FAMILY BUSINESS AWARDS
Morley Hayes, one of Derbyshire’s best-loved leisure facilities, has been shortlisted for two awards at this year’s Midlands Family Business Awards 2017.
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12th October 2017
Derbyshire firm smashes fundraising target for Alzheimer’s Society
Staff at Derbyshire leadership and development firm Awbery, have smashed their fundraising target for their charity of the year, Alzheimer’s Society.
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12th October 2017
Stylish show home opens its doors at Melton Fields
Westleigh Homes has opened an elegant four bedroom show home at its Melton Fields development in Melton Mowbray, offering potential buyers a chance to envisage how their new home could look.
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12th October 2017
Housebuilder appoints Director to its timber frame division
Leading developer of affordable and open-market housing, Westleigh Partnerships Ltd, has promoted the head of its timber frame division, David Thacker, to the position of Westframe Director.
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12th October 2017
Pride of Wellingborough finalists announced
The finalists in a town centre retail competition have been announced.
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12th October 2017
Local Businesses Get Quizzy in Aid of Nottingham Stroke Charity
Leading Nottingham insurance broker, Russell Scanlan, brought together businesses from across the City and the Midlands on Friday to take part in its Annual Charity Quiz Night at Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, in aid of the Nottingham Stroke Club, a charity
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12th October 2017
David Wilson Homes' newly appointed design manager puts customers at the forefront of every development
David Wilson Homes South Midlands’ recently appointed Design Manager Lucy Walden has revealed how she puts customers at the forefront of each development she plans for the division.
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11th October 2017
Free Business Festival seminar on Making Tax Digital announced
Leading firm of chartered accountants, Newby Castleman, has announced that it will be running a free-to-attend seminar in Leicester on the Government’s Making Tax Digital plans.
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11th October 2017
Arrow Solutions celebrates 40 years of Norwegian sales with £1m target
Arrow Solutions is celebrating 40 years of selling its industry-leading cleaning and maintenance chemicals in Norway by strengthening its partnership with a key distributor.
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11th October 2017
New £2 million gym set to open in Derby
A STATE-OF-THE-ART gym will bring its stylish but affordable concept to Derby later this year, following a deal overseen by commercial property agency Innes England.
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11th October 2017
Church changes hands but remains a place of worship
Worshippers are about to breathe new life into an East Coast church, which was closed last year as part of a re-organisation exercise
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11th October 2017
Derby Firm on a High as it Completes Work on Popular Tourist Attraction
Derby stonework company Blanc de Bierges has completed its latest project of building a large open plaza next to the British Airways i360 tower in Brighton.
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11th October 2017
Intu welcomes thousands of Nottingham students at exclusive event
MORE students than ever descended upon Nottingham’s intu Victoria Centre on Wednesday night (04 October) for an exclusive event in partnership with Three and Capital Radio.
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11th October 2017
Derby business sets its sights on growth with new hires
DERBY-based recruitment agency Astute Recruitment has expanded its team with the addition of three new hires to support the business’ plans to diversify.
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11th October 2017
IT Firm 'Gets Ball Rolling' In Attracting More Women to The Sector
A company that has doubled in size over the past year has sponsored a Derby County Ladies player as part of a push to attract more women into a career in IT.
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9th October 2017
PEOPLE SEEKING HELP FOR DEBT ‘MORE OPEN’ ABOUT THEIR MENTAL HEALTH
A personal finance expert says that the recent publicity around mental health problems has been instrumental in helping those in debt to talk about the challenges they face.
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6th October 2017
BLUE CASTLE EXPANDS TEAM
Energy and waste management consultancy, Blue Castle Group has expanded further following two new appointments.
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6th October 2017
INTU SURPRISES NOTTS SHOPPERS WITH ‘LUNCH ON US’
STAFF at intu Victoria Centre and intu Broadmarsh have been treating customers this week in celebration of National Customer Service Week (3 – 7 Oct), carrying out random acts of kindness to make Nottingham’s shoppers smile.
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6th October 2017
‘TOP OF THE NOTTS’ BUSINESSES LAUNCH CHARITY EVENT
NOTTINGHAM Hot Property (NHP) officially launched last night (05/10) announcing Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People as its charity of the year and unveiling the 2017 event theme: Top of the Notts.
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6th October 2017
World-leading drum case manufacturer acquired in MBO
Chesterfield based Hardcase International Limited, one of the world's leading manufacturers of rigid plastic drum and percussion cases, has completed a management buyout of the business. Led by the company's former Sales Manager, the business is now on co
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5th October 2017
BLUE CASTLE STAFF STEP OUT FOR CHARITY
September was a busy month for fundraising by staff who work at energy and waste management consultancy, Blue Castle Group. The company encourages employees to take part in a variety of initiatives to support charities for which they have a particular aff
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5th October 2017
Hard Work is Recipe for Award Success at Hucknall Care Home
Staff at Hazelgrove Care Home in Hucknall have won awards for their hard work and dedication.
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5th October 2017
BRANSTON CYCLES 100 MILES TO RAISE THOUSANDS FOR CHARITY
MORE THAN 50 keen cyclists put their best foot forward in a 100 mile, or 50 mile, bike ride raising thousands for local charities.
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4th October 2017
Warning of increase in Van 'Spot Checks'
Van fleets ‘to face compliance crackdown’ with tightening van compliance legislation Warning of a more aggressive stance in the proactive 'spot checking of vans’ and significant rise in fines and penalty points for any non-compliant vehicles
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4th October 2017
Karren Baroness Brady of Knightsbridge CBE to Speak at MHR's HR Directors Club Event
The first lady of football to talk to HR Leaders about harnessing their assets at an exclusive breakfast event at Claridge's
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4th October 2017
MORLEY HAYES’ DOVECOTE RESTAURANT FLIES THE FLAG FOR THE EAST MIDLANDS AT THE 2017 FOOD AWARDS ENGLAND
It was a night to remember for Derbyshire-based Morley Hayes at the 2017 Food Awards England after its two AA rosette Dovecote Restaurant scooped the titles of Restaurant of the Year - East Midlands and the overall Restaurant of the Year award.
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4th October 2017
DERBY FIRM MAKES £950,000 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY INVESTMENT
EAST MIDLANDS investment firm Derbyshire Investments (UK) Ltd has grown its industrial rental property portfolio by 18%, in a deal worth almost £1million.
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4th October 2017
LEONARD DESIGN EXPANDS INTO AUSTRALIA
LEADING international and AJ 100 architecture firm Leonard Design has expanded into Australia with a new base in Sydney and a number of exciting projects on the horizon.
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4th October 2017
Europa Gears up to Double in Size in Nottingham
Leading independent logistics operator Europa Worldwide Group has strengthened its base in the Midlands by investing in a new, larger office for the business to grow in to in Nottingham.
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4th October 2017
High Quality Images- Boom or Bust As Hours Promotion Is Launched
Gavin Kemp is a lingerie and fashion photographer based on the edge of Nottingham. With a wealth of experience working with both high-street and luxury brands, here Gavin reveals the challenges faced by emerging brands in today’s changing marketplace and
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4th October 2017
Mayor of Dudley Visits Midlands Interior Fit Out and Display Specialist
The Alan Nuttall Partnership, leading interior fit out and display specialist, are the 50th organisation in the region hosting the Mayor of Dudley, Cllr Dave Tyler supporting his electoral pledge to visit 100 businesses in the area.
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3rd October 2017
SOLUTIONS FOR RETAIL BRANDS (S4RB) PICKS UP NATIONAL RETAIL AWARD
Nottingham-based private brand grocery retail specialist Solutions for Retail Brands (S4RB) picked up The MIQ Logistics Collaboration Award at last week's Retail Week Supply Chain Awards in London.
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3rd October 2017
Consultative Focus hailed by Excellence in Customer Service Award
Our consultative approach to recruitment is now an award-winning, industry-leading standard for customer service.
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3rd October 2017
Lisa’s vision brings national Café Design of the Year Award home to Derby
Oliver’s café on Friar Gate has won the Café Design of the Year Award from the Café Life Association for its innovative and commercially viable design.
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3rd October 2017
HOME IS WHERE THE ART IS AT THE MILLSTONES
Six mosaic sculptures have been installed at David Wilson Homes’ Queniborough development The Millstones on Melton Road.
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3rd October 2017
Sills & Betteridge Solicitors in HSBC Football Tournament Win to benefit West Lincolnshire Domestic Abuse Service
A number of organisations invited by HSBC competed in the Bank's annual charity football tournament which was held at Lincoln City's home ground, Sincil Bank to raise money for local charities.
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3rd October 2017
Budding entrepreneurs headhunted for the chance to run their own business and help charities in the process
A charity clothing collection group is calling for passionate entrepreneurs to come forward and help them expand across the country.
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3rd October 2017
LUNGFISH: A SOLID START TO BUSINESS
IN CELEBRATION of a successful first 18 months in business, Nottingham-based architectural practice Lungfish held an event in the city centre to thank its clients, employees and suppliers for their hard work and contribution to the firm’s pivotal first ye
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3rd October 2017
USB2U Celebrates 15 years of Operations
On 2nd October 2017, USB2U, a global supplier of promotional technology, celebrated its 15 year anniversary with numerous events held at its Northampton HQ including a buffet meal and roller skating party for its staff!
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2nd October 2017
New mobile app video gives customers the power of instant credibility in reviews
A BUSINESSMAN hopes that his new mobile app will revolutionise the way that customers give reviews and comments on services they have used.
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2nd October 2017
Manufacturing Growth Challenges 2018 – Are You Ready for Industrie 4.0?
FREE Event - Norton Motorcycle’s (UK) Ltd have kindly offered Donington Hall to host this workshop and you will have the opportunity to hear Stuart Garner, CEO talk about how the Norton brand was developed with the customer in mind.
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2nd October 2017
AUCTION STARS!
The 36 “stars” of the Lincoln Knights’ Trail passed their toughest test with flying colours by raising nearly £180,000 in a thrilling auction in Lincoln Cathedral.
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2nd October 2017
LOCAL CHARITIES TO RECEIVE YEAR LONG SUPPORT FROM NELSONS
LEADING East Midlands law firm Nelsons Solicitors has announced its chosen charities for the coming year.
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2nd October 2017
Local Derby optical practice shortlisted for new national award
A Derby based optical practice has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award. Richard Petrie Optometrists has been announced as one of three finalists in the new category of Health and Wellbeing Practice of the Year in the AOP Awards 2018, run by
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2nd October 2017
Delta-Simons introduces Noise & Air Quality service with hire of new manager
Delta-Simons Environmental Consultants is expanding its Environmental Planning division with the addition of two new technical services: Noise and Air Quality. To support this, we are pleased to welcome Noise & Air Quality Manager, Jonathan Mape.
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2nd October 2017
Hassle-Free Community Energy System to Cut Carbon Emissions at Nottingham Housing Development
Residents living at a new Nottingham housing development are set to see their carbon emissions slashed once they sign up to their neighbourhood’s revolutionary Community Energy System.
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2nd October 2017
Tasty new premium breads launched by Central Foods
Frozen food distributor Central Foods has unveiled a mouth-watering and eye-catching range of new breads for foodservice operators.
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2nd October 2017
MOCK TRIBUNAL TO RAISE AWARENESS OF CHANGES TO EMPLOYMENT LEGISLATION
A Nottingham-based HR and employment law specialist is hosting a mock employment tribunal to raise awareness of legislative changes for businesses.
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2nd October 2017
BORIS JOHNSON’S CAREER AMBITIONS COULD SIGNIFICANTLY DAMAGE UK BUSINESSES
Ian Baxter is chairman and founder of Baxter Freight, a UK logistics provider which employs almost 60 staff and offers daily services covering all the main commercial centres in continental Europe. Ian has spoken out about Brexit on numerous occasions and
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2nd October 2017
Lightning Systems Debuts Zero Emissions Electric System for Ford Transit Series
System will be available for Ford Transit passenger wagon, van cutaway and chassis cab models
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2nd October 2017
Nottinghamshire’s Second Largest Retailer Launches New Team Benefits App
One of Nottinghamshire’s top companies is further improving benefits for its team members with the launch of a brand new app.
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29th September 2017
New apprenticeship system is increasing costs and uncertainty for business
Six months after its introduction, businesses remain in the dark about how best to utilise the Apprenticeship Levy, according to a survey released today (Friday) by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in conjunction with Middlesex University London.
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29th September 2017
OP BUSINESSES BACK THE NOTTINGHAM 2023 BID
A GROWING number of top Nottingham businesses are flying the flag for the city’s European Capital of Culture 2023 bid.
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29th September 2017
UK’s leading innovation event comes to the Midlands
The UK’s leading innovation event, Innovate 2017, is coming to the Midlands in November
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29th September 2017
Workers' pedal-pushing power produces pounds to give sick children holidays
TEN employees from an Ilkeston firm swapped work clothes for cycling shorts and helmets to take part in a charity bike ride for a local good cause.
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28th September 2017
Corrie Stars Join Businessman To Raise Funds For Toby Aged Four
A Derby based business man has pledged his support towards a spectacular celebrity charity ball which will be held in aid of a little boy who is desperately trying to raise money for antibodies to help fight stage-four Neuroblastoma.
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28th September 2017
BANK STAFF TRANSFORM DAY CARE CENTRE’S GARDEN
A team of 25 staff from Cambridge & Counties Bank volunteered to improve the garden at a Leicester day care centre for people living with dementia
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28th September 2017
R&D Tax Success for Retail Sector Manufacturer
ASG Consultants have been successful in identifying for CAEM UK a substantial £30,000 in Tax Benefit and it all started from a telephone call!
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27th September 2017
New business tax partner joins Newby Castleman
Leicestershire-based chartered accountancy firm Newby Castleman is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacquelyn Kimber as a business tax partner.
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27th September 2017
Building services company J Tomlinson releases time lapse video of new ambulance station
A time lapse video showing the construction of a new community ambulance station for West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) has been unveiled by construction services company J Tomlinson.
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27th September 2017
Russell Scanlan Discusses Underinsurance in the Sharing Economy
From cars to office space, the UK’s services and products are increasingly being shared out for rental as part of the booming ‘sharing economy’. This direct hire, mostly over the internet, can leave suppliers wide open to underinsurance.
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27th September 2017
Leicester’s Premier Business Expo Celebrates 11 Years
The annual Leicestershire Business Expo to be held this year at the Leicester City Football Club, on 26th October is celebrating its eleventh successful event this year. Bookings are flooding in from businesses, not just in the City, but all across Leic
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26th September 2017
Pioneering sensor technology to be developed by University of Derby and Hevasure
Derbyshire based corrosion control specialists, Hevasure has partnered with The University of Derby to take its monitoring technology to the next level after receiving a grant award from Innovate UK.
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26th September 2017
NOTTS AGENCY SUPPORTS RIDING VETERAN TO GET BACK ON THE HORSE
EQUESTRIAN specialist estate agency, Richard Watkinson & Partners has announced a new sponsorship deal with experienced eventer Jacky Beavan ahead of her latest competition at Osberton Horse Trials.
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26th September 2017
STUDENTS TO RECEIVE BIG SAVINGS AT NOTTS STUDENT NIGHT
THIS October (4.10.17) intu Victoria Centre has joined forces with Three and Capital Radio to offer exclusive entertainment and competitions for local students.
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26th September 2017
Run company vans? You need to read this.
Warning of a more aggressive stance in the proactive 'spot checking of vans’ and significant rise in fines and penalty points for any non-compliant vehicles – with the possibility of custodial sentences for Company Directors.
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26th September 2017
CURVE THEATRE WINS PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL EVENTS AWARD
Leicester’s Curve theatre, has received a prestigious national Conference and Incentive Travel Award (C&IT) for Local Offer Live, its annual event for young people with special educational needs and disabilities
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26th September 2017
Total Motion Vehicle Management scoop two major awards at East Midlands Chamber of Commerce Awards Ceremony
Leicester-based vehicle management company Total Motion, was awarded with both the ‘Outstanding Growth’ and ‘Business of the Year’ awards in Friday evenings East Midlands Chamber of Commerce Awards.
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26th September 2017
Sharnford based BrightBridge Solutions Wins East Midlands Chamber Small Business of the Year 2017 for Leicestershire
BrightBridge Solutions, a Leicestershire based IT solution provider, have been announced as winners of the Small Business of the Year 2017 for Leicestershire by the East Midlands Chamber. The region’s most prestigious business awards took place at Athe
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25th September 2017
Local businesses to help youngsters go wild!
Derbyshire Wildlife Trust recently piloted its first ‘Wild Days Out for Business’, a unique programme that the Trust has developed to help businesses enhance team building, communication skills, promote wellbeing and encourage good mental health amongst e
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25th September 2017
NEW TEAM MEMBER HIRED AT PAB LANGUAGE CENTRE FOR OUR COLCHESTER OFFICE.
We are pleased to announce that the PAB Languages Centre team is continuing to grow, Sarra Ellis will be joining us as our new PA and Marketing Assistant.
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25th September 2017
Derby HR and training firm supports National Work Life Week
The team at Awbery in Derbyshire are being encouraged to think about how they can improve the balance between home life and the office as part of National Work Life Week (2-6 October 2017).
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25th September 2017
Ashbourne business raises funds for military rehabilitation centre
An Ashbourne-based construction company has raised £6,700 for the new Defence and National Rehabilitation Centre (DNRC).
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25th September 2017
Car Store Recruitment Days Roll-Out Nationwide
Evans Halshaw Car Store has announced ten Recruitment Days in five UK locations, as part of a recruitment drive for their new branches opening this year.
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25th September 2017
COFFEE OUSTS BUILDERS’ TEA AS THE FAVOURITE DRINK FOR BUILDERS
In preparation for the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning this week, staff at leading Leicestershire homebuilder, David Wilson Homes East Midlands are revealing their hot drink preferences and giving advice on how to make the best cuppa.
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25th September 2017
BUILDERS BRAVE THE SHAVE FOR MACMILLAN
Kind hearted staff at Leicestershire-based David Wilson Homes East Midlands have ‘braved the shave’ for Macmillan Cancer Support by shaving off their hair.
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22nd September 2017
Employment Tribunal Fee Scrapping: What Does It Mean For Notts Businesses?
CLEGGS Solicitors will be hosting a breakfast seminar to educate Nottingham's employers on the recent Supreme Court announcement that the fees associated with bringing employment tribunal claims are no longer payable.
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22nd September 2017
Staff At Five Star Housebuilder Team Up To Add A Splash Of Colour To Coalville At Fun Run
Staff at David Wilson Homes East Midlands teamed up to run the Coalville Colour Run in support of charity this weekend.
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22nd September 2017
Thousands Pledge To Back Nottingham's European Capital Of Culture Bid – Including A Raft Of Famous Faces
More than three-thousand people have pledged online to support Nottingham 2023, just four weeks after the city announced its plan to bid for the coveted title.
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22nd September 2017
Mortgage staff tackle the Wolf Run for Pink Pants
Five women from the mortgage department at Hinckley & Rugby have tackled the fearsome Wolf Run challenge to raise money for a breast cancer charity founded by their colleague, Sally Chapman.
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22nd September 2017
Councils In Kettering, East Northants And Wellingborough Team Up To Host Exhibition And Forum For Private Landlords
Three local councils are joining forces to host a free exhibition and forum to keep private sector landlords and letting agents in the region up-to-date with the latest legal changes taking place in the world of private renting.
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22nd September 2017
Cartwright Appoints Two PR Experts To Boost Growing Team
PR Specialist Felicity Haslehurst has moved from the London base of global PR firm Cohn & Wolfe to take up a senior position at award-winning PR and digital agency Cartwright Communications.
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22nd September 2017
Morley Hayes named as a finalist at the Food Awards England 2017
Derbyshire-based Morley Hayes’ two AA star Dovecote Restaurant has been shortlisted for the prestigious Restaurant of the Year - East Midlands award at the fourth annual Food Awards England.
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22nd September 2017
Baltic Training creates new industry specific courses
A leading Midlands training provider has created several new courses in its bid to continue to offer young people the highest quality training qualifications and learning experience.
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22nd September 2017
Derby MD Shares Her Top Tips For Motivating Your Workforce
HR Specialists Employee Benefits and employee engagement advisors Red Letter Days Motivates have launched 'Motivation Week' this week (18 September) to inspire businesses to think about the ways in which they can keep employees motivated.
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22nd September 2017
Linecross celebrates 50 years at the forefront of the UK plastics industry
The Rutland-based Linecross Group is celebrating half a century at the forefront of the UK plastics industry.
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20th September 2017
New Sponsor Announced for the Love Business Expo 2018
Toyota and Lexus Derby are proud sponsors of the Love Business Driving initiative.
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19th September 2017
Lincoln regeneration led by council bravery says construction firm
Lincoln is a thriving city where opportunities for growth are plentiful, but it needs to shout louder if it is to be recognised on a larger stage according to David Reid, operations manager at Willmott Dixon following a panel debate held in the city.
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19th September 2017
Pupils’ dream homes get the nod from Westleigh
Leading developer Westleigh Homes celebrated the launch of a new show home at its family-oriented Butterfields development in Northampton by running two competitions, one with a local primary school and the other with visitors to the development.
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19th September 2017
Site Manager Henry named in the top 11 for the country
A Leicestershire Site Manager has been named in the top 11 in the country after being given his second NHBC Regional Award and fifth Seal of Excellence.
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19th September 2017
HORIBA MIRA completes autonomous vehicle project with industry leader, JCB
HORIBA MIRA – a world-leader in advanced engineering, research and product testing – has completed a joint project with JCB to develop three unmanned construction machines, capable of conducting autonomous remote mapping, surveying and construction operat
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19th September 2017
Aston Martin Liverpool Live to make statement in city
Aston Martin Wilmslow is putting on a show-stopping event that will be a treat for car enthusiasts in the city of Liverpool.
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19th September 2017
Leicester’s Red Monkey invest heavily in adult apprenticeship scheme for employees
Leicester based ‘Red Monkey’ have cause to celebrate as eight of their manufacturing staff complete adult apprenticeships in Business Improvement Techniques.
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19th September 2017
Major investment sees Interface Polymers expand operations
Interface Polymers has just closed a £2m investment round led by private capital investment group 24Haymarket to advance its unique Polarfin® copolymer additive technology.
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19th September 2017
Teddy bears mark 20th anniversary for Notts retailer
FOUR long-serving members of staff and 20 teddy bears joined forces this week to celebrate House of Fraser’s 20th anniversary at intu Victoria Centre in Nottingham.
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19th September 2017
Nursery 'quids in' after helping hand from Ward
A waste management firm based in Ilkeston has chipped in with a £15,000 community project to refurbish an outdoor play area at a nursery.
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19th September 2017
Fresh hope for traumatised young people
Lincoln family counsellors are celebrating a £25,000 grant which will help them to rebuild young lives blighted by sexual abuse or rape.
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19th September 2017
HomeServe to join forces with HHIC to boost UK heating industry
Announcement comes as industry unites for annual ‘Gas Safety Week’ campaign 2017
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18th September 2017
Christian church to open in former Nottingham swimming baths
FORMER inner-city swimming baths will be transformed into an international living faith church, following a deal overseen by commercial property agency Innes England
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18th September 2017
Digital Agency Set To Create 28 Jobs
A multi-award winning Derbyshire digital agency is growing so quickly that it desperately needs more talented new staff to meet demand- 28 to be exact.
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18th September 2017
Housebuilder creates four new directorships as expansion continues
A leading developer of affordable and open-market housing has promoted four senior staff to a newly-created Central Services Directorate, to ensure the business is well-equipped for its continuing growth.
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18th September 2017
Stratstone Hosts Successful Car Café Events in 2017
Leading luxury car retailer, Stratstone, has just completed supporting Car Café events for 2017, having welcomed car enthusiasts between the months of April to September
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18th September 2017
Record year for driver recruitment agency
A specialist driver recruitment agency has enjoyed a year of significant growth and moved to new offices in the Nottingham Sustainability and Enterprise Centre.
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18th September 2017
Roythornes solicitors continue to grow with new starter trio
LEADING law firm Roythornes has continued the expansion of its Nottingham office with the recruitment of an additional three members to its talented team of legal experts.
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18th September 2017
KH Hair training academy triumphs at National Business awards
The KH Hair Training Academy is celebrating after winning the 'Training Award' at the 2017 British Hairdressing Business Awards (BHBAs).
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15th September 2017
Leicestershire homebuyers set to benefit from a range of incentives at the Spinney View home event
Leading developer David Wilson Homes East Midlands has a host of exclusive moving incentives and offers available at a view home event this weekend (16th and 17th September) in Burbage, to help people move into their dream home.
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15th September 2017
CPMG awarded for BIM expertise on discovery building scheme
THE design team behind the East Midland’s flagship bioscience facility – The Discovery Building – has scooped an award for subcontractor engagement at the national RICS BIM4SME awards
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15th September 2017
Bush & Company expansion brings specialist services to seriously injured people in Scotland
A specialist service for people with catastrophic injuries is being launched in Scotland by Daventry-based Bush & Company, currently the largest provider of expert witness, assessment and case management in England.
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15th September 2017
Macildowie sets ambitious charity fundraising target
Nottingham-based recruitment consultancy Macildowie is nearly halfway to reaching its fundraising target of £7,500 for local charities, after the first in a series of events.
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15th September 2017
Devastating diagnosis sparks charity fundraiser for Poppy-PR
With more than half of its workforce being affected by cancer, and one of its PR managers announced as one of the top fundraisers for Macmillan, the team at Poppy-PR has revealed that it will be holding a very special networking event on September 29.
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14th September 2017
Entrepreneurs to pitch for £5k cash prize and business support
THERE ARE just two weeks for aspiring Notts entrepreneurs to join a ‘dragons-den’ style pitching competition – where they could win a £30,000 bundle of cash, desk space and expert mentoring to help set up or ‘scale up’ their business.
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14th September 2017
Quick lettings show appetite for Grade A offices in Nottingham
GRADE A offices in Nottingham were fully let within just four months – showing there continues to be high demand for good quality workplaces in the city centre, according to a commercial property surveyor
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14th September 2017
Teddy bears invited to bungee jump in Hinckley
Teddies – and their owners – are invited to enjoy the thrill of the bears bungee jumping off the tower of Hinckley’s St Mary’s Church on September 24.
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14th September 2017
Ginger Root in-‘vests’ in customised clothing company
NOTTINGHAM design and print company Ginger Root has expanded its service offering by becoming 50 per cent shareholders in specialist embroidery and garment printing company, Pulse Customwear
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14th September 2017
Solutions to run business seminars to mark launch of new Sage software
Business management software provider Solutions for Accounting and CRM is holding a series of business seminars next week to enable firms to get to grips with the latest versions of Sage, the world’s leading small business accountancy system.
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14th September 2017
INIT to showcase global innovation at Coach and Bus UK
FOLLOWING global demand for its innovative e-ticketing systems, INIT – world leaders in IT solutions for public transport – is showcasing its smart ticketing solutions and contactless technology at the Coach and Bus UK exhibition from 4 – 5 October on st
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14th September 2017
Leicester based Westerby Trustee Services attend The Parliamentary Review Gala
Recently Westerby Trustee Services was delighted to attend The Parliamentary Review Gala to launch the 2017 Review. This was a great honour not only to attend the evening but to be asked to contribute to the Work & Pensions Review.
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14th September 2017
Boole Technology Centre earns Willmott Dixon national award nomination
THE construction manager responsible for delivering Lincoln’s £6.5 million Boole Technology Centre has been nominated for a national award
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14th September 2017
SDL GROUP ROUNDS OFF SUMMER OF FUNDRAISING WITH HUGE CHARITY DONATION
Property specialist SDL Group has rounded off a spectacular summer of fundraising, donating a total of £13,034.75 to children’s hospice, Donna Louise.
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14th September 2017
Pellacraft agree sponsorship with DCCC in time for Boyzone concert
Award winning promotional merchandise suppliers Pellacraft is pleased to announce that it has agreed a sponsorship deal with Derbyshire County Cricket Club, the venue for a forthcoming convert by Boyzone on 16th September.
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14th September 2017
Else Solicitors expand corporate team
Burton on Trent law firm, Else Solicitors has expanded its corporate and commercial team following the appointment of Ashley Taylor.
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14th September 2017
Tower Brewery host "Hop" property for Else Solicitors
Tower Brewery in Burton on Trent recently hosted an event organised by law firm Else Solicitors to recognise the booming commercial property market in Burton and to celebrate the appointment of Felicity Fisher as their new head of property.
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13th September 2017
Love Business Expo Thursday 22nd February 2018. Save the date in your diary.
Brand New Venue for 2018 - Holywell Park Conference Centre in Loughborough has been chosen to host the 2018 Love Business Expo
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13th September 2017
Making Tax Digital – changes to timetable ‘do not go far enough’
The government’s ‘Making Tax Digital’ plans were heralded as a “revolutionary simplification of tax collection” by former chancellor George Osborne, following their announcement in 2015.
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13th September 2017
Former rugby international announced as compère for East Midlands fbe Awards 2017
Rugby legend Peter Wheeler is to be the compère at the East Midlands fbe Awards 2017 ceremony
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13th September 2017
Property and Pension Pot Could Be Yours for a Tenner
An apartment and shop in Nottinghamshire are being given away as a raffle prize which will provide the winner with a possible pension for life and they won’t even have a mortgage to pay.
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13th September 2017
Station Street Vision Comes a Stop Closer
Plans for brand new Grade A city centre office space in Nottingham have taken a step forward this week, as developer Bildurn submitted a planning application to demolish an existing building on Station Street.
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13th September 2017
Firms invest in local labour but still need foreign skills to plug shortages
Half of UK businesses have faced skills or labour shortages in the last year, but only a minority are actively looking overseas to fill vacancies, according to a survey released today (Wednesday) by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), in partnership w
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12th September 2017
Derby's iHub is the only commercial development in the city to scoop an award at the East Midlands Property Dinner 2017
Derby’s £12m iHub innovation centre, which is the flagship building on Infinity Park, has scooped the Design Excellence Award at Insider's East Midlands Property Dinner 2017
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12th September 2017
Frozen food specialist Central Foods unveils delicious new cappuccino roulade
A stunning new cappuccino roulade has been launched by frozen food distributor Central Foods for foodservice dessert menus.
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12th September 2017
J Tomlinson rises through the ranks of Nottinghamshire’s top businesses
Expanding integrated building solutions company J Tomlinson has leapt up the rankings in an annual list naming Nottinghamshire’s top 200 businesses.
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12th September 2017
Air-IT to host Free Cyber Resilience & GDPR Readiness event at Notts County FC
On Tuesday 26th September, Air-IT invite you to join them and a handpicked panel of Industry experts for an afternoon of professional insights into the latest cyber security threats and industry regulation change
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12th September 2017
Derby Restaurant Oliver’s shortlisted for national Café Design of the Year award
Oliver’s café on Friar Gate in Derby has been shortlisted for the prestigious national Café Design of the Year award
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12th September 2017
LEICESTERSHIRE FAMILY FARM DOUBLES ACREAGE WITH HSBC SUPPORT
HSBC supports acquisition of over 1,000 acres of additional farmland. PA Wright’s total arable farmland increased to over 2,500 acres
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12th September 2017
JRM Group’s Sally Povolotsky next headline speaker for Silverstone Metrology NetworkJRM Group’s Sally Povolotsky next headline speaker for Silverstone Metrology Network
High-tech SMEs and start-up companies will again benefit from the Silverstone Metrology Network’s next event, on Thursday 21st September, when Sally Povolotsky, Commercial Director for Northants-based advanced engineering company JRM Group, offers them pl
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12th September 2017
Turn Trash Into Treasure
East Midlands job hunters are being offered the chance to become ‘Junk Hunters’ and earn a six-figure salary as their own boss.
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11th September 2017
Firm’s fundraising for Hope Against Cancer reaches £1,000 mark
Leicestershire firm of chartered accountants, Newby Castleman, has now raised £1,000 for a local cancer charity, approaching one year since they announced a working partnership.
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11th September 2017
Forward Ladies National Awards Shortlist for Derby Business Woman
Forward Ladies have announced the shortlist for the 2017 national awards and local business woman, Roseanna Croft, has been announced as a regional finalist for the Midlands area in the Young Entrepreneur category
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11th September 2017
Grant Thornton East Midlands invests in future talent
A Leicestershire school leaver and a clutch of graduates have secured places on the 2017 trainee programme at the East Midlands office of top 10 business and financial advisory firm Grant Thornton UK LLP
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11th September 2017
LEICESTERSHIRE HOMEBUYERS SET TO BENEFIT FROM A RANGE OF INCENTIVES AT THE SPINNEY VIEW HOME EVENT
Leading developer David Wilson Homes East Midlands has a host of exclusive moving incentives and offers available at a view home event this weekend in Burbage, to help people move into their dream home.
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11th September 2017
Group MD to speak at new construction sector networking event in Lincoln
The group MD of one of the leading businesses in surface preparation will be the guest speaker when the Construction Leaders Club launches its networking events in Lincoln.
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11th September 2017
HONG KONG CONSTRUCTION STUDENTS HAVE A GO AT HOUSEBUILDING IN WARWICKSHIRE WITH BARRATT HOMES
International construction students from Hong Kong who are studying at Warwickshire College Group as part of a placement, were given the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with five star housebuilder Barratt Homes thanks to a special event at its Hea
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11th September 2017
First Brick Officially Laid At Allenton Big Build
Construction apprentices are helping to lay the foundations for a new community café as part of DIY SOS style project the Allenton Big Build - as the very first brick was laid this week.
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11th September 2017
COUNTY BUSINESS GOES FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH, WITH SOME LOCAL COMPANIES GETTING THEIR FIRST BIG BREAK SAYS AWARDS ORGANISERS
The most glamorous night in the Leicestershire business calendar topped all expectations with the third annual Niche Business Awards ceremony at Athena, Leicester. The crème of the local business community donned their glad rags to celebrate the achieveme
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8th September 2017
Dream new start in the Peak District for David and Kathryn
A Crich couple are encouraging homeowners who want to make their next move to consider using the government-backed Help to Buy scheme, after it helped them secure a brand new luxury home in the Peak District in time for the arrival of their first child.
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8th September 2017
STEPNELL promotes Thomas Sewell to Nottingham Regional Director
Construction contractor Stepnell has promoted Thomas Sewell to the position of regional director for the company’s Nottingham office. In his previous role as operations and commercial manager, Thomas has led the Nottingham office since its launch in 2014.
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8th September 2017
British Steel Award for Rilmac Insulation Team
A team of Rilmac thermal insulation engineers have recently won an award from British Steel.
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8th September 2017
Russell Scanlan supports glittering launch of Nottingham restaurant and bar awards
The team from Nottingham’s largest independent insurance broker, Russell Scanlan, attended the official launch of the new Nottingham Restaurant and Bar Awards (NRBA) 2017/ 2018 last night, in full support as one of the event’s sponsors.
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8th September 2017
Online auctions prove to be hot property for Pattinson
A company that holds property auctions in the Midlands is selling its houses so fast that it had to cancel the last live auction because it had already sold all of the lots.
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8th September 2017
Official ICT partners and sponsors for third season running
For the third season running, Nottingham Rugby are delighted to have award‐winning managed IT and Communications provider Air‐IT as their official ICT partners and sponsors.
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8th September 2017
Nottingham consultancy signs armed forces covenant
A Nottingham-based consultancy organisation has formally pledged to support the Armed Forces Community
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8th September 2017
Family Business Awards’ finalists unveiled
The forty-five family businesses through to the final stage of the Midlands Family Business Awards 2017 have been announced, with thirty-six East Midlands family firms taking 45 of the coveted finalist places in this year’s ten award categories.
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8th September 2017
Lawson-West newly qualified commercial solicitor Rebecca Beswick
Lawson-West’s trainee Commercial Solicitor, Rebecca Beswick (Becki) qualified on September 1st. Beswick
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7th September 2017
Tour of Britain passes through Mansfield for the first time
THE Tour of Britain, which was sponsored by healthy living housing development Berry Hill Mansfield, has been hailed a success.
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7th September 2017
Building solutions firm J Tomlinson shortlisted for two Energy Efficiency awards
Building solutions firm J Tomlinson shortlisted for two Energy Efficiency awards
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7th September 2017
Flying the flag for Lincolnshire in the Midlands Family Business Awards
The forty-five family businesses through to the final stage of the Midlands Family Business Awards 2017 have been announced, with thirty-six East Midlands family firms taking 45 of the coveted finalist places in this year’s ten award categories
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6th September 2017
Nottingham's Victoria Station's 50 year closure commemorated at INTU Victoria Centre
NOTTINGHAM’S intu Victoria Centre has joined forces with local history enthusiasts Nottingham’s Railways Remembered to host a commemorative ceremony this week (4 September), marking 50 years since Nottingham’s iconic Victoria Station closed
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6th September 2017
Autumn/Winter style to take-over INTU Victoria Centre
A HEAD-TURNING fashion campaign has launched at intu Victoria Centre this week, with a calendar of stylish events, a chance to win £300 to spend at intu and fashion inspiration set to steal the show in Nottingham (4 September to 26 October).
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6th September 2017
Nottingham stylist scoops top industry award
Triumph for Mary as she wins SILVER at Wella's prestigious TrendVision Awards 2017
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5th September 2017
Kimberley Brewery housing development gets go ahead
A HISTORIC brewery is being given a new lease of life as works start on a major housing development at the old Hardy and Hansons site in the heart of Kimberley
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5th September 2017
Thousands use help to buy in Leicestershire to buy new homes
A government initiative is helping thousands of families in Leicestershire to get on to the housing ladder
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5th September 2017
David Wilson Homes is building stronger links between local skills and businesses in Coalville
David Wilson Homes is supporting local skills and business in Leicestershire by using locally sourced materials for a feature wall at its Abbots View development in Coalville
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5th September 2017
Alpha Rail appointed on £4.8m Highfield Park restoration project
Alpha Rail appointed on £4.8m Highfield Park restoration project
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5th September 2017
Hotly anticipated pub The Botanist plants itself in West Bridgford
Multi award-winning pub operator The New World Trading Company (NWTC) has revealed that its hotly anticipated new venue The Botanist in West Bridgford will open its doors to the public on Monday, 9 October
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5th September 2017
The Wilkins Group makes ‘Smart Investment’ in Romania Division
The Wilkins Group makes ‘Smart Investment’ in Romania Division
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5th September 2017
24 hour Velodrome Challenge set to raise thousands for charity
People from across the East Midlands are being invited to jump in the saddle and take on an epic cycling challenge to raise funds for Nottingham Children’s’ Hospital, The Big Appeal
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5th September 2017
Stacey’s Bakery launch new ‘Ay Up Me Duck’ cake
Ay Up Me Duck, a phrase that became known across the globe when Angelina Jolie greeted Derby actor Jack O’ Connell with it at an awards ceremony.
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4th September 2017
Ward Recycling launches North Derbyshire Community Clean Up campaign
Derbyshire-based Ward Recycling this week launched it’s first ever Community Clean Up Campaign in partnership with Peak FM
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4th September 2017
Coalville firm scoops prize at charity event
After raising £2,000 for Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People, Coalville firm K-Flex UK has won the coveted Charity Prize at this year’s Dragon Boat Challenge
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4th September 2017
Nottingham Biosciences' construction manager nominated for national award
THE construction manager responsible for delivering Nottingham’s £27m Biosciences building has been nominated for a national award
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4th September 2017
Birchover zoom straight to number 1 in Nottingham...again
Derby-based apartment-hotel business The Birchover Residences are ranked number 1 in Nottingham by guest reviews for their newest hotel at Bridgford Hall
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4th September 2017
Street party marks care homes third birthday
Staff and residents at an Ashbourne based care home, which used to be a hotel celebrated its third birthday in spectacular style on Friday
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4th September 2017
Rilmac group of companies - management announcements
After 19 years at the helm of Rilmac Insulation Ltd Steve Finn retired on the 31st August 2017
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1st September 2017
Walking football kickstarts new business partnership
Walking football kickstarts new business partnershipNEW BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP
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1st September 2017
More free support on offer to help potential entrepreneurs take first steps in business
More free support on offer to help potential entrepreneurs take first steps in business
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1st September 2017
East Midlands communities connect with launch of new network
East Midlands communities connect with launch of new network
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1st September 2017
What a corker! Rescued pony helps lifelong rider fulfil dream of competing in top show
What a corker! Rescued pony helps lifelong rider fulfil dream of competing in top show
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1st September 2017
Nottingham 2023: your questions answered
Nottingham 2023: your questions answered
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1st September 2017
Roxy Ball Room brings next-level gaming to Notts nightlife
Roxy Ball Room brings next-level gaming to Notts nightlife
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1st September 2017
Delta-Simons takes on new graduates following recruitment drive
Delta-Simons takes on new graduates following recruitment drive
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1st September 2017
Notts law firm calls for protection of vulnerable people following announcement applications for probate can now be made online
Notts law firm calls for protection of vulnerable people following announcement applications for probate can now be made online
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1st September 2017
Luxury student homes in Nottingham acquired for £3.25m
Nottingham based MS Estates has acquired a student property portfolio in Nottingham worth £3.25m on behalf of a London based institution
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1st September 2017
Pendragon PLC makes environmental impact with digital efficiencies
Pendragon PLC, the UK’s leading automotive online retailer, has rolled out a new process to create a better online system for new and existing team members whilst helping the environment
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31st August 2017
Deadline extended for East Midlands fbe Awards 2017
Deadline extended for East Midlands fbe Awards 2017
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31st August 2017
Record six months for GeoSLAM thanks to boom in "digital engineering"
Record six months for GeoSLAM thanks to boom in "digital engineering"
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31st August 2017
New appointments at Bush & Company to meet demand in the Midlands
New appointments at Bush & Company to meet demand in the Midlands
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30th August 2017
Nottingham celebrates 70 years of Pakistan's independence
Nottingham celebrates 70 years of Pakistan's independence
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30th August 2017
Leading R&D incentives partner joins PKF Cooper Parry
Leading R&D incentives partner joins PKF Cooper Parry
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30th August 2017
Growth plans for Burton software specialist spearheads office move
Growth plans for Burton software specialist spearheads office move
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30th August 2017
Frozen food distributor Central Foods engages new executive chef
Frozen food distributor Central Foods engages new executive chef
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30th August 2017
Hot tips for summer style from designer and homebuilder
Hot tips for summer style from designer and homebuilder
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30th August 2017
Beer fans raise a pint to athletes at Nottingham triathlon
Beer fans raise a pint to athletes at Nottingham triathlon
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29th August 2017
Growing civil and structural engineering firm BSP Consulting invests in management training
Growing civil and structural engineering firm BSP Consulting invests in management training
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29th August 2017
Midlands Engine Investment Fund (MEIF) - Launch of debt and small business loans funds
Midlands Engine Investment Fund (MEIF) - Launch of debt and small business loans funds
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29th August 2017
Drive to support Armed Forces by Leicester business
Drive to support Armed Forces by Leicester business
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29th August 2017
GEM launches Mission Christmas to help disadvantaged children in the East Midlands
GEM launches Mission Christmas to help disadvantaged children in the East Midlands
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29th August 2017
Morley Hayes take delivery of Denby crockery crafted from clay taken from its own farm
Morley Hayes take delivery of Denby crockery crafted from clay taken from its own farm
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25th August 2017
HORIBA MIRA reaches key milestone in UK CITE project
HORIBA MIRA reaches key milestone in UK CITE project
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25th August 2017
Derby weightlifters to 'raise the bar' in Australia
Derby weightlifters to 'raise the bar' in Australia
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25th August 2017
Knights 1759 appointed to act for £180m commercial property fund
Knights 1759 appointed to act for £180m commercial property fund
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25th August 2017
Successful project in Erbil Iraq by local company
Successful project in Erbil Iraq by local company
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25th August 2017
Head Office Graduate Programme Rolls Out at Pendragon PLC
Head Office Graduate Programme Rolls Out at Pendragon PLC
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24th August 2017
Pub tenants need more support to revive licensed trade
Pub tenants need more support to revive licensed trade
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24th August 2017
Redrow Homes East Midlands partners with Derby County Football Club
Redrow Homes East Midlands partners with Derby County Football Club
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24th August 2017
Focus Consultants on board with replica 17th century sailing ship scheme
Focus Consultants on board with replica 17th century sailing ship scheme
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24th August 2017
HMRC amnesty for businesses owing tax on debit and credit card sales
HMRC amnesty for businesses owing tax on debit and credit card sales
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24th August 2017
Innovative E-Learning for Flood Protection Industry
Innovative E-Learning for Flood Protection Industry
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24th August 2017
MHR signals growth with opening of new building
MHR signals growth with oening of new building
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23rd August 2017
Three Leicestershire organisations are awarded for supporting Defence
Three Leicestershire organisations are awarded for supporting Defence
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23rd August 2017
It's a 'Capital' project for Cartwright Comms
It's a 'Capital' project for Cartwright Comms
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23rd August 2017
Newark and Southwell estate agency welcomes new team member
Newark and Southwell estate agency welcomes new team member
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23rd August 2017
Being awarded for supporting the Armed Forces community in Derbyshire
Being awarded for supporting the Armed Forces community in Derbyshire
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22nd August 2017
Seven 'Do The Double' With Bank Holiday Gin Festival
Seven 'Do The Double' With Bank Holiday Gin Festival
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22nd August 2017
Local independent Gurkha One scoops national restaurant award
Local independent Gurkha One scoops national restaurant award
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22nd August 2017
Red Monkey backs Government plans to increase Primary PE and Sports Premium
Red Monkey backs Government plans to increase Primary PE and Sports Premium
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22nd August 2017
Transforming your home into a sanctuary with mindfulness
Transforming your home into a sanctuary with mindfulness
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22nd August 2017
Homebuyers given their last chance to become part of a growing community at Whetstone Park
Homebuyers given their last chance to become part of a growing community at Whetstone Park
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21st August 2017
Nottingham Restaurant and Bar Awards Back with a Bang After Eight Year Break
Nottingham Restaurant and Bar Awards Back with a Bang After Eight Year Break
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21st August 2017
Citygate Lettings Boost Job Opportunities For Leicester
Citygate Lettings Boost Job Opportunities For Leicester
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21st August 2017
Wishes 4 Kids Receives Year Long Support From Nelsons
Wishes 4 Kids Receives Year Long Support From Nelsons
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21st August 2017
Housebuilder Appoints New Head of Legal
Housebuilder Appoints New Head of Legal
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21st August 2017
JC shows its ‘metal’ with major sales boost
JC shows its ‘metal’ with major sales boost
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21st August 2017
Magazine HQ says Hello! to Rutland’s LazyLawn®
Magazine HQ says Hello! to Rutland’s LazyLawn®
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21st August 2017
Top garden and wildlife tips from Barratt and David Wilson Homes to make summer a breeze
Top garden and wildlife tips from Barratt and David Wilson Homes to make summer a breeze
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21st August 2017
Frozen food distributor Central Foods expands gluten-free range with new pasta product
Frozen food distributor Central Foods expands gluten-free range with new pasta product
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21st August 2017
Pentaxia unlocks future growth with purchase of new Derby manufacturing site
Pentaxia unlocks future growth with purchase of new Derby manufacturing site
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21st August 2017
Gold star for business supplies firm on 40th anniversary
Gold star for business supplies firm on 40th anniversary
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21st August 2017
Vulnerable people's finances and assets need more protection
Vulnerable people's finances and assets need more protection
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18th August 2017
Works start on site at Tunstall Arrow on new 125,000 sq ft industrial warehouse scheme
Works start on site at Tunstall Arrow on new 125,000 sq ft industrial warehouse scheme
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17th August 2017
Planning granted for over 2m sq ft of commercial development at Silverstone Park
Planning granted for over 2m sq ft of commercial development at Silverstone Park
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17th August 2017
IHUB launches exciting new event and conference space
IHUB launches exciting new event and conference space
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17th August 2017
Petrol and diesel cars set to provide owners with valuable nest egg
As we know, plans to stop the sale of new diesel and petrol vehicles in 2040 have been introduced, but this isn’t all bad as many current diesel and petrol cars will start to appreciate in value come 2040.
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16th August 2017
Nottingham law firm promotes five employees
Nottingham law firm promotes five employees
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16th August 2017
Focus Consultants hosts work experience student in Lincolnshire office
Focus Consultants hosts work experience student in Lincolnshire office
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16th August 2017
Nottingham enters race to become European Capital of Culture 2023
Nottingham enters race to become European Capital of Culture 2023
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16th August 2017
New Chartered Adviser for The RU Group
New Chartered Adviser for The RU Group
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16th August 2017
Selling online? Now is the time to get clued up on VAT
Selling online? Now is the time to get clued up on VAT
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15th August 2017
Lincolnshire show boosts economy with more than £11 million
Lincolnshire show boosts economy with more than £11 million
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15th August 2017
Step up for Business Connectivity in Alfreton
Step up for Business Connectivity in Alfreton
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15th August 2017
Housebuilder promotes long-serving member of staff to board level
Housebuilder promotes long-serving member of staff to board level
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15th August 2017
Snooker world champion teams up with Leicester company to open up to new markets
Snooker world champion teams up with Leicester company to open up to new markets
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15th August 2017
Team Hallam Sleeps in Haunted Museum for Local Charity
Team Hallam Sleeps in Haunted Museum for Local Charity
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15th August 2017
Heathcotes Group opens new services in Chesterfield
Heathcotes Group opens new services in Chesterfield
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14th August 2017
MITCHELLS DRIVES FORWARD WITH £750,000 INVESTMENT
MITCHELLS DRIVES FORWARD WITH £750,000 INVESTMENT
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14th August 2017
FRESH TALENT JOINS LEICESTER FAMILY LAW TEAM
FRESH TALENT JOINS LEICESTER FAMILY LAW TEAM
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14th August 2017
DAVID WILSON HOMES SET TO LAUNCH FIRST HOMES AT NEW LUBBESTHORPE SOON
DAVID WILSON HOMES SET TO LAUNCH FIRST HOMES AT NEW LUBBESTHORPE SOON
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14th August 2017
CPMG ARCHITECTS RECEIVES BIM CERTIFICATION
CPMG ARCHITECTS RECEIVES BIM CERTIFICATION
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14th August 2017
Nuttall Apprentice Wows, Winning Prestigious Award
Nuttall Apprentice Wows, Winning Prestigious Award
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14th August 2017
FIRST TIME BUYERS FIND FOREVER HOME AND BECOME ONE OF THE FIRST RESIDENTS AT NEW LUBBESTHORPE
FIRST TIME BUYERS FIND FOREVER HOME AND BECOME ONE OF THE FIRST RESIDENTS AT NEW LUBBESTHORPE
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14th August 2017
FIRMS COMBINE SKILLS TO REDUCE TIME ITS TAKES TO MOVE HOUSE
FIRMS COMBINE SKILLS TO REDUCE TIME ITS TAKES TO MOVE HOUSE
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14th August 2017
STOOP FOR A SCOOP: WORLD’S SMALLEST ICE CREAM VAN DELIGHTS SHOPPERS IN NOTTINGHAM
STOOP FOR A SCOOP: WORLD’S SMALLEST ICE CREAM VAN DELIGHTS SHOPPERS IN NOTTINGHAM
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11th August 2017
THE RACE IS ON FOR CHARITABLE NOTTS ACCOUNTANCY FIRM
THE RACE IS ON FOR CHARITABLE NOTTS ACCOUNTANCY FIRM
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11th August 2017
Erewash MP Visits Thriving Local Nursery Group
Erewash MP Visits Thriving Local Nursery Group
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11th August 2017
Customers are Buzzing about Packaging Firm’s Fuse Division
Customers are Buzzing about Packaging Firm’s Fuse Division
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11th August 2017
MILLER HOMES BOOSTS MIDLANDS HOUSING MARKET
MILLER HOMES BOOSTS MIDLANDS HOUSING MARKET
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11th August 2017
CARTWRIGHT BOOSTS DIGITAL TEAM WITH NEW STARTER TRIO
CARTWRIGHT BOOSTS DIGITAL TEAM WITH NEW STARTER TRIO
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11th August 2017
Patents? Trade Marks? Intellectual Property Rights. What’s it all about?
Patents? Trade Marks? Intellectual Property Rights. What’s it all about?
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10th August 2017
HomeServe named among UK’s top four employers for work-life balance
HomeServe named among UK’s top four employers for work-life balance
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10th August 2017
IT FIRM FINDS ‘NEUWAY’ TO GROW AT DERBY’S BRADGATE PARK VIEW
IT FIRM FINDS ‘NEUWAY’ TO GROW AT DERBY’S BRADGATE PARK VIEW
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10th August 2017
Leicester Executive Development Workshop: Winning in the Crowd Economy 5-6 September 2017
The School of Business are pleased to introduce the Leicester Executive Development Workshop series, bringing contemporary issues facing managers into focus.
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10th August 2017
CONFERENCE UNITES HEALTH AND LEGAL SECTORS TO IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE SERIOUSLY INJURED
CONFERENCE UNITES HEALTH AND LEGAL SECTORS TO IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE SERIOUSLY INJURED
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10th August 2017
Charity dinner raises £2000 to enhance the lives of disabled people in the UK
Charity dinner raises £2000 to enhance the lives of disabled people in the UK
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10th August 2017
Frozen food distributor Central Foods launches its first Red Tractor accredited product
Frozen food distributor Central Foods launches its first Red Tractor accredited product
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10th August 2017
Outstanding annual results for Leicestershire housebuilder Westleigh
Outstanding annual results for Leicestershire housebuilder Westleigh
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10th August 2017
Record Results for Kingswood in Nottingham lettings and management specialists celebrate record summer results
Nottingham lettings and management specialists celebrate record summer results
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9th August 2017
Notts sports brand chooses Accelerate Places for major office move
Notts sports brand chooses Accelerate Places for major office move
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9th August 2017
Nottingham firm support Lullaby Trust in charity match against Notts County legends
Nottingham firm support Lullaby Trust in charity match against Notts County legends
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9th August 2017
Kim Morgan and Barefoot Coaching Ltd have been shortlisted for the Forward Ladies National Awards in the SME Emerging category in the Midlands region.
Kim Morgan and Barefoot Coaching Ltd have been shortlisted for the Forward Ladies National Awards in the SME Emerging category in the Midlands region.
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9th August 2017
Construction sector small business support group expands into Lincolnshire
Construction sector small business support group expands into Lincolnshire
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9th August 2017
Oldest Business in Coventry Embarks on NetSuite Journey with BrightBridge to Future Proof Business for Generations to Come
Oldest Business in Coventry Embarks on NetSuite Journey with BrightBridge to Future Proof Business for Generations to Come
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9th August 2017
HOUSE HUNTERS GO WILD FOR REGENCY GARDENS
HOUSE HUNTERS GO WILD FOR REGENCY GARDENS
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9th August 2017
Notts Entrepreneur Doubles Size of Business in Just Four Years
Notts Entrepreneur Doubles Size of Business in Just Four Years
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9th August 2017
Ashiana Indian Restaurant near Newark is shortlisted for major food award
Ashiana Indian Restaurant near Newark is shortlisted for major food award
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9th August 2017
Achieving Silver Awards in Northamptonshire
Achieving Silver Awards in Northamptonshire
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8th August 2017
HOUSING DEVELOPMENT TO GO AHEAD DESPITE HIGH COURT CHALLENGE
HOUSING DEVELOPMENT TO GO AHEAD DESPITE HIGH COURT CHALLENGE
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8th August 2017
Northamptonshire turbocharger firm improves performance with manufacturing advice boost
Northamptonshire turbocharger firm improves performance with manufacturing advice boost
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8th August 2017
ONE LEVEL LIVING PROVES IDEAL FOR DOWNSIZERS LOOKING TO INVEST IN THEIR FUTURE
ONE LEVEL LIVING PROVES IDEAL FOR DOWNSIZERS LOOKING TO INVEST IN THEIR FUTURE
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8th August 2017
Gold star awards for Croots Farm Shop includes Bake Off star’s cake
Gold star awards for Croots Farm Shop includes Bake Off star’s cake
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8th August 2017
TAKE A TOUR OF BARRATT HOMES’ HIGHFIELDS DEVELOPMENT FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME
TAKE A TOUR OF BARRATT HOMES’ HIGHFIELDS DEVELOPMENT FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME
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7th August 2017
Cedar + Co. 3rd Annual Charity Golf Day
Cedar + Co. hosted their third Annual Charity Golf Day in support of The British Heart Foundation (BHF) at the prestigious Mickleover Golf Club on Friday 14th July.
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7th August 2017
WILLMOTT DIXON CONSTRUCTION PICKS UP A PRESTIGIOUS ROSPA AWARD
THE MIDLANDS office of Willmott Dixon Construction is a winner at the RoSPA Health and Safety Awards 2017.
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7th August 2017
MORLEY HAYES TO STAGE BANK HOLIDAY GIN AND JAZZ FESTIVAL
On the back of the success of its first ever Beer Festival which took place in May, Derbyshire leisure complex Morley Hayes is set to host another event over the August Bank Holiday - this time showcasing a selection of gins too.
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7th August 2017
Appointment at BSP Consulting as firm launches new project information management system
East Midlands civil and structural engineering firm BSP Consulting has promoted James Payne to the position of finance and IT manager.
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7th August 2017
Solutions lines-up three-year sponsorship extension with Nottingham Lions
Business management software provider Solutions for Accounting and CRM has extended its sponsorship of the Nottingham Lions ice hockey club by a further three years.
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7th August 2017
Take a Holiday from Insurance Worries, says Independent Nottingham Broker
Take a Holiday from Insurance Worries, says Independent Nottingham Broker
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4th August 2017
NOTTS ACTIVITY CENTRE SET TO CELEBRATE MILESTONE
MORE THAN 20,000 scouts and thousands more schoolchildren from across the country descend on an internationally acclaimed outdoor activity centre in north Nottinghamshire every year – and it has exciting plans to welcome even more from next summer.
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4th August 2017
CELEBRATION TIME FOR CHARLIE
Colleagues at Lincoln-based Banks Long & Co have congratulated Charlie Johnson on achieving examination success.
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4th August 2017
‘Breaking Boundaries: Joe Orton and Me’ young people’s exhibition opens to the public
‘Breaking Boundaries: Joe Orton and Me’ is one of three East Midlands public exhibitions about the life and work of Leicester-born playwright Joe Orton, which mark the 50th anniversary of his death.
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4th August 2017
'A Song For Lizzie' Variety Music Show. Burton Town Hall, Thursday 31st August 2017
A fantastic line up of music artistes from vintage, blues, soul, jazz, swing, rock, pop and some original music to suit all tastes will be showcased by some of the UK’s great talents including one of the country’s top ‘Kings Of Leon’ tribute bands, Four K
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3rd August 2017
SMOOTH TAKE THE COMMERCIAL RADIO TOP SPOT IN THE EAST MIDLANDS
Smooth Radio East Midlands has taken the top spot for commercial radio stations for the first time. According to the latest figures from RAJAR, the feel-good station attracts a record-high 459,000 adult listeners a week.
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3rd August 2017
Impero announces new owners Investcorp Technology Partners in £27.5MN transaction
Nottingham, 1st August 2017 - Impero Software is delighted to welcome on board new owners Investcorp Technology Partners, who are backing the company in its next phase of business growth.
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3rd August 2017
CLEGG GROUP COMPLETES TESTING LAB FOR EUROFINS
CLEGG Group has completed works worth £4 million to transform a property in Livingston into high-tech laboratories for Eurofins.
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2nd August 2017
Birmingham Agents Are All Eyes on Nottingham as Bildurn Launches Grade A Office Scheme
Leading commercial property agents from a range of firms across the West Midlands attended a breakfast event to find out more about Nottingham’s newest high-quality office scheme - in a market where Grade A space is in extremely high demand.
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2nd August 2017
STOOP FOR A SCOOP: WORLD’S SMALLEST ICE CREAM VAN UNVEILED
Mini ‘Nice Cream Van’ to delight intu shoppers in Nottingham by giving away free ice cream Top ten things that make people in Nottingham happy in summer revealed
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1st August 2017
Mitchells welcomes new university placement undergraduate
Mitchells welcomes new university placement undergraduate
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1st August 2017
See the dragon boat spectacular at Nottingham Riverside Festival on Sunday 6th August!
See the dragon boat spectacular at Nottingham Riverside Festival on Sunday 6th August!
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1st August 2017
Coalville Colour Run returns Sunday 17th September 2017
Coalville Colour Run returns Sunday 17th September 2017
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1st August 2017
Silverstone Park’s Performance Projects driving future of autonomous vehicles and child safety designs
Silverstone Park’s Performance Projects driving future of autonomous vehicles and child safety designs
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1st August 2017
Building society donates towards disability group’s summer trip
Earl Shilton Building Society has given its backing to a local disability group raising money for a summer excursion.
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1st August 2017
NEW COFFEE SHOP AND EATERY OPENS AT LINCOLN LANDMARK
LINCOLN’S most well-loved coffee brand is delighted to welcome customers into its new café which has opened in the city’s historic Lawn complex following an £2m refurbishment.
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1st August 2017
Air-IT scores hat trick in annual world rankings
Air-IT scores hat trick in annual world rankings
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1st August 2017
PLAQUE UNVEILED AT MARBLE HALL COMMUNITY GARDEN ON 75th ANNIVERSARY OF ROLLS-ROYCE AND OSMASTON RAID
PLAQUE UNVEILED AT MARBLE HALL COMMUNITY GARDEN ON 75th ANNIVERSARY OF ROLLS-ROYCE AND OSMASTON RAID
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31st July 2017
Robotic revolution set to reach the back office
Robotic revolution set to reach the back office
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31st July 2017
Relay marathon for LOROS seeks running teams
Relay marathon for LOROS seeks running teams
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31st July 2017
J Tomlinson invests in health and safety with new defibrillators
J Tomlinson invests in health and safety with new defibrillators
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31st July 2017
ASHTREE HOME PROVES TO BE THE PERFECT FIT FOR GROWING FAMILY IN LEICESTERSHIRE
ASHTREE HOME PROVES TO BE THE PERFECT FIT FOR GROWING FAMILY IN LEICESTERSHIRE
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31st July 2017
SCHOOL PUPILS SCOOP FIRST PLACE IN BANNER DESIGN COMPETITION TO PROMOTE SITE SAFETY
SCHOOL PUPILS SCOOP FIRST PLACE IN BANNER DESIGN COMPETITION TO PROMOTE SITE SAFETY
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31st July 2017
TV FLOWER EXPERT JONATHAN MOSELEY HOSTS SPECIAL FLOWER DEMONSTRATION AT MORLEY HAYES
TV FLOWER EXPERT JONATHAN MOSELEY HOSTS SPECIAL FLOWER DEMONSTRATION AT MORLEY HAYES
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31st July 2017
FIRST ENTERPRISE HELPS MORE FOOD AND DRINK BUSINESSES TO THRIVE
FIRST ENTERPRISE HELPS MORE FOOD AND DRINK BUSINESSES TO THRIVE
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31st July 2017
HOUSEBUILDERS WARN CHILDREN TO STAY AWAY FROM CONSTRUCTION SITES OVER THE SUMMER
HOUSEBUILDERS WARN CHILDREN TO STAY AWAY FROM CONSTRUCTION SITES OVER THE SUMMER
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28th July 2017
NOTTS SHOPPERS TO CHOOSE ‘TOP OF THE SHOPS’
NOTTS SHOPPERS TO CHOOSE ‘TOP OF THE SHOPS’
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28th July 2017
FORMER COLLEGE TO BE TRANSFORMED BY DEVELOPER IN DERBY
FORMER COLLEGE TO BE TRANSFORMED BY DEVELOPER IN DERBY
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28th July 2017
Gage drives off with Apprentice of the Year
Gage drives off with Apprentice of the Year
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27th July 2017
T. Bailey Dynamic Fund Takes the Crown in FE Fund Ratings
T. Bailey Dynamic Fund Takes the Crown in FE Fund Ratings
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27th July 2017
SUPREME COURT ANNOUNCES EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL FEES TO BE SCRAPPED
SUPREME COURT ANNOUNCES EMPLOYMENT TRIBUNAL FEES TO BE SCRAPPED
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27th July 2017
Growing thirst for Ashover Cider takes the ‘apple cart’ on the road
Growing thirst for Ashover Cider takes the ‘apple cart’ on the road
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27th July 2017
Jelson Homes Ltd pledges to support the Armed Forces Community
Jelson Homes Ltd pledges to support the Armed Forces Community
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27th July 2017
FINISHING TOUCHES ARE BEING MADE TO DAVID WILSON HOMES’ KIBWORTH DEVELOPMENT
FINISHING TOUCHES ARE BEING MADE TO DAVID WILSON HOMES’ KIBWORTH DEVELOPMENT HOMES’ KIBWORTH DEVELOPMENT
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26th July 2017
NOTTS TEACHER REWARDED FOR UGANDA VOLUNTEERING
NOTTS TEACHER REWARDED FOR UGANDA VOLUNTEERING
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26th July 2017
SDL GROUP CEO ANNOUNCED AS NATIONAL BUSINESS AWARDS FINALIST
SDL GROUP CEO ANNOUNCED AS NATIONAL BUSINESS AWARDS FINALIST
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26th July 2017
DERBY TEEN ENTREPRENEUR RAISES £50,000 TO LAUNCH NEW APP
DERBY TEEN ENTREPRENEUR RAISES £50,000 TO LAUNCH NEW APP
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26th July 2017
TWO NOTTINGHAM STYLISTS TO JOIN THE INDUSTRY'S FINEST AT NATIONAL AWARDS FINAL KH Hair's double celebration at the British Hairdressing Awards 2017
TWO NOTTINGHAM STYLISTS TO JOIN THE INDUSTRY'S FINEST AT NATIONAL AWARDS FINAL KH Hair's double celebration at the British Hairdressing Awards 2017
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25th July 2017
ARNOLD HAIRDRESSER OPENS HIGH STREET SALON
ARNOLD HAIRDRESSER OPENS HIGH STREET SALON
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25th July 2017
London church appointment for Focus Consultants
London church appointment for Focus Consultants
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25th July 2017
‘TAIL-WAGGING’ DONATION MADE BY INNES ENGLAND TO GUIDE DOGS UK
‘TAIL-WAGGING’ DONATION MADE BY INNES ENGLAND TO GUIDE DOGS UK
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25th July 2017
Shed Grounds Maintenance achieves certification to the revised 2015 standards for ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 in record time
Shed Grounds Maintenance achieves certification to the revised 2015 standards for ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 in record time
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25th July 2017
FIRST ENTERPRISE EXPANDS WITH NEW OFFICE IN LEICESTER
FIRST ENTERPRISE EXPANDS WITH NEW OFFICE IN LEICESTER
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25th July 2017
WILLMOTT DIXON GETS BEHIND CORPORATE GAMES
WILLMOTT DIXON GETS BEHIND CORPORATE GAMES
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25th July 2017
LOCATION IS KEY WHEN MOVING HOME FOR LEICESTERSHIRE RESIDENTS, SURVEY REVEALS
LOCATION IS KEY WHEN MOVING HOME FOR LEICESTERSHIRE RESIDENTS, SURVEY REVEALS
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25th July 2017
Derby Prepares To Get Into The Spirit Of Things With Summer Gin Festival
Derby Prepares To Get Into The Spirit Of Things With Summer Gin Festival
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25th July 2017
Touch And Go For Animal Lovers Leedale In Dramatic Rescue
Touch And Go For Animal Lovers Leedale In Dramatic Rescue
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25th July 2017
Neo Elegance welcomes University of Derby’s graduate
Neo Elegance welcomes University of Derby’s graduate
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25th July 2017
Newby Castleman welcomes new Marketing Manager
Newby Castleman welcomes new Marketing Manager
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25th July 2017
Harron Homes launches North Midlands division
Harron Homes launches North Midlands division
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24th July 2017
Sundial Hotels Earn TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for 7th Year in a Row
Sundial Hotels Earn TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for 7th Year in a Row
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24th July 2017
Leicester based Westerby Group celebrate milestone anniversary with record turnover and plans for further growth
Leicester based Westerby Group celebrate milestone anniversary with record turnover and plans for further growth
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24th July 2017
Office Relocation for Construction Services Firm after 26 Years
Office Relocation for Construction Services Firm after 26 Years
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24th July 2017
Building Society renews support for Earl Shilton in Bloom
Building Society renews support for Earl Shilton in Bloom
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21st July 2017
ETG launches Norton Technical Academy as part of £6m plan to bridge the skills gap
ETG launches Norton Technical Academy as part of £6m plan to bridge the skills gap
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21st July 2017
INTU’S GREEN-FINGERED VOLUNTEERS TRANSFORM CHARITY GARDEN
INTU’S GREEN-FINGERED VOLUNTEERS TRANSFORM CHARITY GARDEN
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21st July 2017
NOTTINGHAM TRIO SET TO URBANISE CITY’S FOOD AND DRINK SCENE
NOTTINGHAM TRIO SET TO URBANISE CITY’S FOOD AND DRINK SCENE
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21st July 2017
COMPOSITE BRAIDING CHOOSES A HYBRID WORKING ENVIRONMENT AT THE IHUB
COMPOSITE BRAIDING CHOOSES A HYBRID WORKING ENVIRONMENT AT THE IHUB
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20th July 2017
Demolition Day Swings Into Action at Allenton Big Build
Demolition Day Swings Into Action at Allenton Big Build
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20th July 2017
LEADING FEMALE BUSINESS FIGURES TO HEADLINE MIDLANDS SUMMIT
LEADING FEMALE BUSINESS FIGURES TO HEADLINE MIDLANDS SUMMIT
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20th July 2017
FIRST-TIME BUYERS IN NOTTINGHAM INVEST IN INNOVATIVE LOW-ENERGY PROPERTIES
FIRST-TIME BUYERS IN NOTTINGHAM INVEST IN INNOVATIVE LOW-ENERGY PROPERTIES
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20th July 2017
FIVE STAR HOUSEBUILDER INVESTS IN BURBAGE
FIVE STAR HOUSEBUILDER INVESTS IN BURBAGE
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20th July 2017
East Midlands fbe Awards 2017 launched
East Midlands fbe Awards 2017 launched
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20th July 2017
NELSONS SOLICITORS ANNOUNCES SUCCESSION PLAN
NELSONS SOLICITORS ANNOUNCES SUCCESSION PLAN
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20th July 2017
Pupils’ safety signs taking pride of place on construction site
Pupils’ safety signs taking pride of place on construction site
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20th July 2017
NOTTS STUDENTS CELEBRATE OUTWARD BOUND SUCCESS
NOTTS STUDENTS CELEBRATE OUTWARD BOUND SUCCESS
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19th July 2017
COUPLE FIND THEIR DREAM FAMILY HOME AT HASTINGS PARK IN TIME FOR THE ARRIVAL OF THEIR FIRST CHILD
COUPLE FIND THEIR DREAM FAMILY HOME AT HASTINGS PARK IN TIME FOR THE ARRIVAL OF THEIR FIRST CHILD
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19th July 2017
Society’s donation gives wings to Snapdragon Family Festival event
Society’s donation gives wings to Snapdragon Family Festival event
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19th July 2017
Changing of the Guard at AdamsonJones
Changing of the Guard at AdamsonJones
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19th July 2017
East Midlands corporate security firm, Foremost Security, team up with Leicester charity in line with expansion
East Midlands corporate security firm, Foremost Security, team up with Leicester charity in line with expansion
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19th July 2017
DERBY LACE MAKER CRAFTS LACE PANEL FOR DANISH QUEEN
DERBY LACE MAKER CRAFTS LACE PANEL FOR DANISH QUEEN
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19th July 2017
Family Footwear Firm Step Up Again to Win National Award
Family Footwear Firm Step Up Again to Win National Award
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19th July 2017
HORIBA MIRA Announces £2m Creation of Advanced Battery Development Suite
HORIBA MIRA Announces £2m Creation of Advanced Battery Development Suite
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19th July 2017
LOCAL FIRM SEEKS NEW DEVELOPMENTS AFTER £13M SALE
LOCAL FIRM SEEKS NEW DEVELOPMENTS AFTER £13M SALE
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18th July 2017
Bildurn launches major new office scheme to help Nottingham’s Grade A Dilemma
The lack of Grade A office space in Nottingham has long been recognised as a challenge for the city, with vacant space now accounting for as little as only c.10 per cent of the total supply, while demand for quality office space is increasing as more and
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18th July 2017
Focus Consultants’ role with Waterloo Housing Group continues
Work has begun on site to build 22 new affordable homes in Lincolnshire – the latest project that Focus Consultants has undertaken for Waterloo Housing Group.
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17th July 2017
Nottingham’s Europa Accelerates Acquisition Ambitions
Following its most successful year to date, leading independent logistics operator Europa Worldwide Group which has a branch in Nottingham has officially announced it is on the acquisition trail.
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17th July 2017
Investors in the Environment Central Region Annual awards 2017
The annual Investors in the Environment Awards - Central Region took place on Tuesday 11th July, at Doubletree by Hilton, in Nottingham.
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17th July 2017
Young Entrepreneur Jet Sets to Canada for Development Mission
A young entrepreneur from Nottingham, who supplies the innovative Water-Gate flood barrier in the U.K, has visited the factory in Canada where it is manufactured to further build on his expert knowledge.
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17th July 2017
Chamber responds to Low Pay Commission
In its response to the Low Pay Commission Consultation, the British Chambers of Commerce calls for a cautious approach to setting the National Living Wage (NLW) but one which will help low paid workers deal with the consequences of inflation without prici
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14th July 2017
BEST RESULT YET AS FIVE KH HAIR SALONS GO THROUGH TO NATIONAL BUSINESS AWARDS FINAL
An East Midlands salon group is celebrating after a record five of its hair salons were announced as finalists in the 2017 British Hairdressing Business Awards.
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14th July 2017
Thomas Bow Constructs Fantastic Anniversary Celebration
CELEBRATING its 150th year in business, Nottingham-based Thomas Bow City Asphalt threw a big birthday bash to celebrate the milestone and raise money for the Lighthouse Club charity.
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14th July 2017
Growth Hub Business Helpline Support Helps Staffordshire Firms Grow
A helpline set up to advise Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire businesses and help them grow is going from strength to strength.
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14th July 2017
Deal Sheds Light on Historic Rugby Club's Future
A HISTORIC rugby club will benefit from the installation of flood lights, costing around £80,000.
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14th July 2017
Regeneration is 'Food for Thought' at Willmott Dixon Lunch
LEICESTER’S dynamic renaissance was the subject of a property and construction event held in the city – with female leaders discussing its ambitious growth and future opportunities.
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13th July 2017
J Tomlinson starts work on Midlands industrial and warehouse scheme
J Tomlinson has begun construction of a multimillion-pound speculative development of a range of industrial and warehouse units at a key Midlands site.
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13th July 2017
CPMG Architects Promotes New Board Members
CPMG Architects has welcomed four new directors onto its board to support the firm’s next stage of growth following its management buy-out in 2011.
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13th July 2017
Exciting New Era for Leicestershire Nurseries
Family owned nursery business announces purchase of three Leicestershire nurseries
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12th July 2017
Focus Consultants awarded position on key national framework
Focus Consultants has been appointed on a major national framework to supply consultancy services in leisure, culture and tourism, as well as asset management and delivery.
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12th July 2017
Central Foods celebrates its 21st birthday by being named in top 100
Frozen food distributor Central Foods has been named as one of the top 100 performing businesses in Northamptonshire for the first time.
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12th July 2017
30 NOTTS CHILDREN TACKLE CAMPING, RETAIL AND TEAMWORK
30 NOTTS CHILDREN TACKLE CAMPING, RETAIL AND TEAMWORK
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12th July 2017
ACM Limited Transition to ISO 14001:2015
ACM Limited Transition to ISO 14001:2015
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12th July 2017
Lucky Number Seven For Derby PR Agency
Derbyshire based Poppy PR has proved once again that it can cook up an industry storm- This time by adding Seven Bar and Restaurant to its list of clientele.
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11th July 2017
Notts Shopping Centre Urge Shoppers to Take a Step in the Right Direction
INTU Broadmarsh has partnered with Nottingham-based charity Shoe Aid this month to collect shoes for those in need across Nottingham (7 July).
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11th July 2017
DAVID WILSON HOMES SITE MANAGER ZOE NAMED AMONG THE BEST IN THE COUNTRY
David Wilson Homes East Midlands is celebrating after its Derbyshire site manager Zoe Rawlings achieved success in a top national competition to find the best building site managers in the country.
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11th July 2017
Rock Fall celebrates 6 months of Amazon partnership
Rock Fall are the most widely specified safety footwear brand in the Construction Industry. The range is a key part of the approved list for a multitude of principal contractors and blue chip construction companies that include: Kier, Balfour Beatty, Bam
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10th July 2017
Staffordshire businesses are forming partnerships thanks to the region’s largest business expo
Businesses across Staffordshire have forged successful partnerships as a result of the Let’s Do Business Expo.
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10th July 2017
Could a Derby Internship boost your business?
Since launching in 2013, the Derby Internship Programme has successfully placed over 250 students and graduates with local employers to gain practical, paid work experience whilst supporting our local business community.
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10th July 2017
Air-IT moves HQ to Interchange 25 Business Park
Award-winning Managed ICT Service Provider, Air-IT has relocated its headquarters to new 5,400 sq ft premises at Interchange 25 Business Park, Nottingham, owned by Hortons’ Estate Limited.
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10th July 2017
International visit puts Arrow on course for Far Eastern expansion
One of the UK’s leading manufacturers of professional cleaning and maintenance chemicals received a Chinese seal of approval recently.
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10th July 2017
Building society to make AGM donations
Earl Shilton Building Society is supporting two good causes by making a 40p donation for each vote cast at its upcoming AGM.
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10th July 2017
AROUND £2M SET TO BE INVESTED IN MICKLEOVER THANKS TO NEW BARRATT AND DAVID WILSON HOMES DEVELOPMENT FOUR ACRES
Around £2 million pounds is set to be invested in and around the Derbyshire suburb of Mickleover thanks to a new development by housebuilders Barratt and David Wilson Homes, Four Acres.
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10th July 2017
EAST MIDLANDS SITE MANAGERS DO MILLER HOMES PROUD
EAST MIDLANDS SITE MANAGERS DO MILLER HOMES PROUD
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10th July 2017
TWO SITE MANAGERS FROM REDROW HOMES EAST MIDLANDS RECOGNISED AT PRIDE IN THE JOB QUALITY AWARDS
Two site managers from Redrow Homes East Midlands have been recognised at the Pride in the Job Quality Awards 2017.
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10th July 2017
Local MP marks Swindell & Pearson’s New Office Opening
Local MP marks Swindell & Pearson’s New Office Opening
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10th July 2017
The RU Group Pass £400 Million Mark
Financial Services company now manages its highest amount of private wealth to date on behalf of its clients.
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10th July 2017
BUYER RECEIVES 20% OFF DREAM APARTMENT THANKS TO BARRATT HOMES AND THE REDUCED COST APARTMENT SCHEME IN MILTON KEYNES
BUYER RECEIVES 20% OFF DREAM APARTMENT THANKS TO BARRATT HOMES AND THE REDUCED COST APARTMENT SCHEME IN MILTON KEYNES
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10th July 2017
Newby Castleman using the power of social media to support local cancer charity
Leading firm of chartered accountants, Newby Castleman, has thrown its support behind Leicestershire charity Hope Against Cancer, and is encouraging its Facebook fans and Twitter followers to do the same by donating 10p, at no cost to them, with the click
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10th July 2017
Organisers and exhibitors revving up for town's popular transport extravaganza
PREPARATIONS are well advanced for a popular heritage and classic vehicle show that has become an established part of Ilkeston's annual social calendar.
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7th July 2017
Incredible Bakery Expanding Northants Operation
SPECIALIST bakery, The Incredible Bakery Company, is set to increase its award-winning Northamptonshire operation thanks to funding from First Enterprise.
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7th July 2017
Post-Election reaction: ‘New opportunities for businesses, but personal tax set to rise’
John Griffin is a Partner at leading accountancy firm Newby Castleman, with 30 years’ experience in the tax and finance sector. Here he shares his views on the outcome of the General Election and how Leicestershire’s businesses and entrepreneurs can shore
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7th July 2017
Alpha Rail appointed on £8m Sheffield uni campus project
An £8m joint partnership project between the University of Sheffield and Sheffield City Council is taking place around the University’s City Centre Campus to enhance its appearance and improve safety for students, staff and the general public. The install
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7th July 2017
Graduate who "hated maths" at school scoops national finance award
A high-flying housing association graduate who "hated maths" at school has scooped a top national finance award.
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7th July 2017
Don’t Bottle It Up: HR Professionals Serve Up Free Advice
Don’t Bottle It Up: HR Professionals Serve Up Free Advice
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7th July 2017
First Thursday Club builds up to its 15th birthday bash
Construction industry networking group, First Thursday Club, is celebrating 15 years of bringing together building and property professionals with a birthday bash on 7th September 2017. The party, at Belgo on Weekday Cross, will see the membership group r
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6th July 2017
House Builder Achieves 100% Recommendations at Eight Sites in Leicestershire
The customer care team at David Wilson Homes East Midlands is celebrating positive feedback from their customers at their sites across Leicestershire in the latest customer survey.
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6th July 2017
'Tension For Tenants' Following New Bill Announcement
Government proposals to cap tenancy deposits to a maximum of one month’s rent, as announced in the Queen’s Speech, will bring major implications for tenants - according to Andrew Sanderson of AKS Residential.
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6th July 2017
PALL-EX DELIVERS SUCCESS AT INDUSTRY AWARDS
Staff at Leicestershire-based Pall-Ex are celebrating after picking up a prestigious industry award. The European palletised freight specialist, owned by renowned entrepreneur Hilary Devey CBE, was named winner in the Team of the Year category at the
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6th July 2017
Charles Alexander Distribution delighted to host suppliers at open day
The first ever supplier showcase at the newly refurbished Charles Alexander Distribution offices was a success as seven promotional product suppliers showed off their latest and greatest products to the distributor’s staff.
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6th July 2017
WILLS AND PROBATE EXPERT JOINS LEICESTER LAW FIRM
SPECIALIST wills and probate solicitor Nadia Faki has joined the Leicester office of Nelsons Solicitors.
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5th July 2017
Biomass boiler is a first for Bardon builders
Leading homebuilder Barratt Developments has installed a new, state-of-the-art biomass boiler at its furniture factory in Bardon, to reduce its operational costs and carbon footprint.
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5th July 2017
Call for Students to Nominate Nottingham's Best Teachers
NOTTINGHAM shopping centre intu Victoria Centre is calling for students and parents to nominate outstanding teachers from schools across the city for an end-of-term treat.
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5th July 2017
TUXFORD ACADEMY A-LEVEL STUDENTS RECOGNISED BY INTERNATIONAL FIRM OF ARCHITECTS
A CLASS of A-level students from Tuxford Academy near Newark has been recognised for its outstanding level of skill after rising to the challenge set by the Nottingham head-office of international architects Leonard Design.
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5th July 2017
SCOTT CARSON CARRIES OUT JUSTIN SMITH ARCHITECTS’ OFFICIAL OPENING
Derby County and former England goalkeeper Scott Carson joined clients and local businesses at a special event to mark Justin Smith Architects’ 15th anniversary and the official opening of its new premises in the heart of Cathedral Quarter.
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4th July 2017
SDL Group Named one of the Fastest Growing East Midland Firms
Property specialist SDL Group has been named one of the fastest growing businesses in the East Midlands, after seeing a 75 per cent uplift in profits over the past three years.
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4th July 2017
Nottingham Company Steers Its Way to Success
Already enjoying a successful year award-winning Renault Truck distributor RH Commercial Vehicles (RHCV) is now celebrating 40 years of business.
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4th July 2017
35 Years Membership Recognised at Awards
Rachel Morley received a presentation on behalf of Spatial Global for their long service membership award from the East Midlands Chamber.
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3rd July 2017
Retail specialist S4RB to bolster its workforce as demand grows
Retail specialist S4RB to bolster its workforce as demand grows
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3rd July 2017
VIA’s city centre move puts firm in “good place for future expansion”
VIA’s city centre move puts firm in “good place for future expansion”
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30th June 2017
Christian Jenkins joins the Lawson-West Wills and Probate Team
Christian Jenkins joins the Lawson-West Wills and Probate Team
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29th June 2017
Recruitment Specialist Named one of Leicestershire's top companies
LEICESTER-BASED recruitment firm Encore Personnel is celebrating after being named as the 77th best company in Leicestershire, breaking into the top 100 for the first time.
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29th June 2017
Nottingham Property Pros Celebrate Summer With a Soiree
NOTTINGHAM property professionals have enjoyed an evening of networking and business development at an inaugural event to forge ties between like-minded property organisations from across the city.
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28th June 2017
Dragon Boat Challenge on Sunday 6th August!
Dragon Boat Challenge on Sunday 6th August!
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28th June 2017
Miller Homes Rise to the Hope Challenge
Miller HoA gruelling challenge saw staff from Miller Homes in the Midlands and the Southern regions brave the elements to raise over £8,000 for global housing charity, Habitat for Humanity GB.mes Rise to the Hope Challenge
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27th June 2017
Perfect match for Air-IT as Kop sponsors at Notts County FC
Perfect match for Air-IT as Kop sponsors at Notts County FC
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27th June 2017
Leicester based Westerby Group sponsor Rutland Polo tournament, raising funds for LOROS
Leicester based Westerby Group sponsor Rutland Polo tournament, raising funds for LOROS
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26th June 2017
Local business woman, Gemma Orton, awarded by the High Sheriff of Leicestershire at exclusive garden party
Local business woman, Gemma Orton, awarded by the High Sheriff of Leicestershire at exclusive garden party
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26th June 2017
Historic buildings could qualify for redevelopment grants, says funding expert Focus Consultants
Historic buildings could qualify for redevelopment grants, says funding expert Focus Consultants
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23rd June 2017
Derby Conference Centre launches new conferencing suite as part of £1 million refurbishment project
Derby Conference Centre launches new conferencing suite as part of £1 million refurbishment project
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23rd June 2017
Bronze award in recognition of their support for the Armed Forces Covenant
Bronze award in recognition of their support for the Armed Forces Covenant
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22nd June 2017
Entrepreneur In Battle To Prevent Floods Ahead Of Ten Year Anniversary
Entrepreneur In Battle To Prevent Floods Ahead Of Ten Year Anniversary
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22nd June 2017
Russell Scanlan Bowled Over by Support for Beer Festival
Russell Scanlan Bowled Over by Support for Beer Festival
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19th June 2017
Charles Alexander Distribution welcomes new Director of Operations
Charles Alexander Distribution, one of the UK’s leading promotional products distributor, is delighted to welcome its new Director of Operations, Chris Pitts.
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16th June 2017
CARTWRIGHT TO PACK A ‘PUNCH’ WITH NEW BOXING PARTNERSHIP
MIDLANDS PR agency Cartwright Communications has announced it will be working with BBC Sports Personality of the Year Unsung Hero Marcellus Baz BEM as he launches his new not-for-profit organisation.
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16th June 2017
INNES ENGLAND TEAM PEDAL THEIR WAY TO SUCCESS
EMPLOYEES from commercial property agency Innes England jumped in the saddle and clocked up 100 miles cycling across the East Midlands – in just one day.
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15th June 2017
UNIVERSITY’S INNOVATIVE INVESTMENT
Lincoln’s Bishop Grosseteste University is poised to create eight new jobs
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15th June 2017
HORIBA MIRA Enhances World-Class EMC Testing Facility
Addition of three-phase AC/DC power source gives Midlands facility UK-first for EV test capabilities*
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14th June 2017
All Smiles at Stretton Glen
It’s a case of happy families at the Miller Homes’ Stretton Glen development in Great Glen, according to the glowing reports from its newest residents, the Prema family.
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14th June 2017
Solutions makes Panthers power play by extending sponsorship deal
Financial and business management software provider Solutions for Accounting and CRM has extended its support of the Nottingham Panthers by signing a new two-year sponsorship deal.
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13th June 2017
Fortis Battery Care appoint Leigh Mason to Sales & Marketing Director
Fortis Battery Care have appointed Leigh Mason to the position of Sales and Marketing Director.
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13th June 2017
Croots Farm Shop & Café scores success in Family Business United Awards 2017
Derbyshire farm shop Croots has been named the winner of the People’s Choice Award for the Midlands at the Family Business United Awards 2017.
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13th June 2017
One of the World's Top Motivational Speakers to Headline at High Growth Summit
Ambitious business leaders in the East Midlands and across the UK are set to welcome renowned US business coach and speaker Lisa Nichols at the fifth annual High Growth Summit.
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9th June 2017
Area’s engineering and manufacturing companies urged to get involved with Made in Chesterfield
Destination Chesterfield is calling on engineering and manufacturing businesses across North East Derbyshire to get involved with this year’s Made in Chesterfield Festival.
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9th June 2017
Payplan Appoint's News Head of Policy & Partnership
PayPlan has reaffirmed its commitment to helping to develop quality standards across the debt advice sector with the announcement of a major new appointment.
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9th June 2017
Agency starts programme to help potential entrepreneurs take first steps in business
A new free programme to help would-be entrepreneurs in Derbyshire set up their own business is being run by enterprise agency Erewash Partnership in Erewash and Amber Valley.
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8th June 2017
Let’s Do Business 2017 - Save the Date!
Join your local Chambers of Commerce at Uttoxeter Racecourse for an exclusive networking event that will attract hundreds of delegates from a broad range of business sectors.
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8th June 2017
Frame Fast Sponsors Poppies: Weeping Window in Derby
Local manufacturer of windows, doors and conservatory roof systems, Frame Fast UK, is sponsoring Poppies
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7th June 2017
Outdoor Adventure to Shape Next Generation of Notts Professionals
DEVELOPING teamwork skills, learning to rock climb and overcoming a fear of heights are just a number of the hopes shared by more than 30 Nottingham Academy students as they begin intu in Nottingham’s annual Outward Bound programme.
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7th June 2017
Specialist Commercial Litigation Solicitor joins Fishers Dewes
Midlands law firm Fishers Dewes is continuing to expand with the appointment of Ruth Jewell, a litigation specialist solicitor, to the Commercial team.
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6th June 2017
Celebrity host of 2017 Chesterfield Food and Drink Awards confirmed
Mich Turner MBE and professional cake designer to the stars, has been confirmed as the celebrity host of this year’s Chesterfield Food and Drink Awards.
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6th June 2017
Martin Calls Time On 38 Year Stint With Builder
When forklift driver Martin Stiff started with leading housebuilder Persimmon Homes, Margaret Thatcher had just started her premiership and a pint of beer was 35p.
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2nd June 2017
Derby Conference Centre go green with new electric car charging points
Derby Conference Centre has invested in sustainable technology and is leading the way in being one of the few hotels in the Midlands to offer electric vehicle (EV) charging points.
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2nd June 2017
National Justice Museum role for J Tomlinson
The refurbishment team at J Tomlinson has helped to open a new chapter in the life of one of Nottingham’s most loved historic buildings which has become a centre of national significance.
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1st June 2017
Opportunities for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs to Join Connect Derby's Managed Workspaces Acres Across the City
Business owners and entrepreneurs are being offered the chance to join Derby’s fastest growing business community - with a number of high quality office spaces now available in Connect Derby’s seven managed workspace schemes in and around the city.
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1st June 2017
Accountancy firm warns small businesses as VAT Flat Rate scheme changes come into force
Leading firm of chartered accountants, Newby Castleman, is advising small businesses to ensure they are fully up to speed with changes to the VAT Flat Rate scheme, as measures to restrict abuse of the scheme become active.
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31st May 2017
Marketing Derby Opens London Base
Marketing Derby has announced that it is to open an office -base in London, for its heightened activities in the capital during 2017.
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31st May 2017
Total Motion named among London Stock Exchange’s top 1000 companies to inspire Britain
Leicester-based vehicle management company Total Motion are celebrating for the 2nd year running being named among the top “1000 Companies to Inspire Britain” by the London Stock Exchange Group (“LSEG”).
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31st May 2017
May Marks Sales Surge in Nottingham City Centre
MAY is the time to sell in Nottingham – claims an established Nottingham agency, with property sales ‘going through the roof’ in the city centre.
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31st May 2017
Charity Build's Project Partners Each Key Milestone
PROJECT partners on a £1.5 million rehabilitation centre in Leicestershire, designed for those who have suffered life-changing sporting injuries, gathered on site last week (24.05.17) to celebrate the start of internal works on the pioneering scheme.
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30th May 2017
Thomas Bow Named Firm 'To Inspire Britain' by the London Stock Exchange
THOMAS BOW City Asphalt has been identified as one of ‘1000 Companies to Inspire Britain’ in a London Stock Exchange report celebrating the UK’s fastest-growing and most dynamic small and medium sized businesses across the UK.
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30th May 2017
Lawson-West welcomes highly experienced clinical negligence lawyer
Leicestershire law firm Lawson-West has welcomed to its team one of the most experienced clinical negligence personal injury lawyers in the county.
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30th May 2017
Sustainability team at Focus Consultants appointed on one of Nottingham’s ‘greenest’ projects
Sustainability experts at Focus Consultants have been appointed to help Nottingham’s new Digital Media Hub become one of the top three environmentally sustainable sites in the city.
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30th May 2017
NLT Training Services appoints new Chief Executive
Simon Marsden has been appointed to lead NLT Training Services. The training provider, which has offices in Chesterfield and Scunthorpe, has appointed Simon as Chief Executive.
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30th May 2017
Employment and Skills Summit 2017: Skills for the future
Building on previous years' events, the Chamber's 2017 Employment and Skills Summit will continue to deliver against the manifesto aim - to strengthen the link between education and the world of work, thus creating an environment to improve competitivenes
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26th May 2017
Bakery Is On A Roll With 30ft Masterpiece
In celebration of National Sausage Roll Day on Monday June 5, a local family bakery has decided to mark the occasion by hosting an event to give away 100 free sausage rolls to its customers.
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26th May 2017
Stepnell Starts On £5.6m Flagship Building for Nottingham Trent University’s Expanding Creative Institute
Work is under way by construction company Stepnell on a six-storey building for Nottingham Trent University (NTU) which will become the new headquarters for the university’s trailblazing Confetti Institute of Creative Technology (ICT).
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26th May 2017
Anoki Host Halimah Trust Charity Dinner Which Raises Almost £75,000
A not-for-profit organisation that was established in memory of Derby teenager Halimah Ahmed has raised a phenomenal £74,500 after holding a fundraising dinner at Anoki fine dining Indian restaurant.
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26th May 2017
Housebuilding Giant Redrow Is Latest High Profile Organisation to Become a Marketing Derby Bondholder
Housebuilding giant Redrow Homes is the latest high profile organisation to join the Marketing Derby Bondholder scheme.
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26th May 2017
Two staff at accountancy firm rewarded with promotions
Leading firm of chartered accountants, Newby Castleman, has announced the promotions of two long-serving members of staff.
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24th May 2017
Edmond Shipway’s National Memorial Arboretum wins big at regional awards
The Remembrance Centre at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire, on which local construction consultancy Edmond Shipway was appointed project and cost manager, has recently been announced as winner of the West Midlands Regional Award and Wes
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24th May 2017
New IMA Chair to Push for Advanced Qualification
The new chair of the Institute of Money Advisers (IMA) is calling for the introduction of an advanced qualification to enhance the free-debt advice sector.
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24th May 2017
Listers make Major Investments in IT
The last twelve months have seen Trade Window and Door Manufacturer, Lister Trade Frames of Stoke on Trent, make some serious investments in their IT infrastructure across the business.
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23rd May 2017
£1.4m Revamp Revealed To Address Grade a Office Shortage In Notts
FOLLOWING an extensive refurbishment, high-quality offices in Nottinghamshire have come to the market with commercial property agency Innes England.
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23rd May 2017
Derby Sock Company Solesmith - Named in the Top 100 UK Startups.
Startups.co.uk and AXA Business Insurance has announced its annual list of the UK’s 100 most promising new businesses, the Startups 100. As the longest running index of its kind, the prestigious Startups 100 is industry-renowned for uncovering businesses
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23rd May 2017
Almost £400,000 to Be Invested In Bedfordshire
Almost £400,000 pounds is set to be invested into the Bedfordshire village of Langford thanks to an upcoming development by David Wilson Homes, Kingsley Manor.
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23rd May 2017
‘Topping out’ ceremony held at Thrussington Primary School to celebrate major extension
Local architecture and construction consultancy YMD Boon and Derwent Valley Construction Ltd last week held a ‘topping out’ ceremony to officially mark the completion of the roof to the major extension of Thrussington Primary School in Leicestershire, whi
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23rd May 2017
Learning and Development Professionals Inspired by Northamptonshire Conference
Sundial Group’s annual Learning and Development Thought Leaders’ Conference was once again a huge success, with over 90% of attendees saying they would recommend the event.
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22nd May 2017
Loughborough University celebrates its enterprise partnerships
Loughborough University last week celebrated its successful collaborations with partners across the public and private sectors.
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19th May 2017
Blueprint adds colour to Rainbows re-fit
Workplace design and fit out company Blueprint Interiors has transformed the offices of Rainbows Children’s Hospice.
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19th May 2017
Ground source heat pump scheme wins award for J Tomlinson
Building services firm J Tomlinson is celebrating after winning an award for a ground source heat pump installation which is helping to tackle fuel poverty and cut carbon emissions.
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19th May 2017
Students feel the heat from the kitchen
New College Nottingham (ncn) Hospitality Management students have shown they have what it takes to make it in the industry after impressing Nottingham diners when they took charge at Marco Pierre White’s (MPW) restaurant for one night only as part of a sp
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19th May 2017
Rh Commercial Vehicles at Forefront of Global Investment
A local firm is enjoying a £25,000 facelift, thanks to an investment from Renault Trucks UK.
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19th May 2017
Croots Farm Shop helps put Great British family businesses on the map
Derbyshire farm shop Croots was a stop-off point on this year’s Family Business Road Trip.
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18th May 2017
Solicitors to take on legal aid work in criminal cases in cities for first time
The Derby office of a firm of solicitors is now practising legal aid representation in criminal cases for the first time.
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18th May 2017
Family Bakers Shares its Secrets Through ‘How To’ Videos
A family bakery in Derbyshire is sharing the secret of its baking skills through a series of ‘How To’ videos.
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18th May 2017
Awards success for talented Nottingham students
Creative students from both New College Nottingham (ncn) and Central College were honoured at the 2017 Young Creative Awards on Wednesday 10 May.
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18th May 2017
John Pye Scoops Top Property Award
A NOTTINGHAM-based firm has been named as ‘Employer Champion’ in Propertymark’s annual awards.
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18th May 2017
Corporate Finance Partner Puts Wheels in Motion to Pedal Tour De France
East Midlands corporate finance adviser Andy Parker is preparing to take on one of the toughest cycling challenges in the world in aid of charity.
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17th May 2017
Bakers Waste Donate Refuse Truck to Students at Stephenson College
Leading Leicestershire based waste management company, Bakers Waste, have recently donated a fully functional refuse truck to the students at Stephenson College in Coalville to develop skill sets and enhance future job prospects.
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16th May 2017
Businesses to Battle It Out in Derby ‘Charity Store Wars
Big hearted businesses in Derby will compete to see who can raise the most money for charity in a day.
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16th May 2017
Leedale Adds To Its Load With Latest Business Acquisition
A Derby-based company has acquired East Midlands Haulage, bringing it back from the brink of bankruptcy by investing more than £800,000 and creating eight new jobs.
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16th May 2017
Working In Partnership to Spring Clean Community Garden in Newark
TENANTS at Vale View, a scheme managed by housing provider, Newark and Sherwood Homes, can enjoy their much-loved community garden which has been transformed into a bright, clean space thanks to partnership working.
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12th May 2017
East Mids-Based Firm Named One Of Britain’s Most Inspiring Businesses
NATIONAL recruitment agency Encore Personnel has been named in The London Stock Exchange Group’s prestigious ‘1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain’ list for the second year running.
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12th May 2017
Mitchells senior partner retires after nearly 50 years
The senior partner of Chesterfield-based Mitchells Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers, Richard Trueman, has retired after nearly 50 years’ service with the firm.
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12th May 2017
Practice Manager Receives Law Society Lifetime Achievement Award
The former Practice Manger of Nottingham-based law firm Rothera Sharp has received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Nottinghamshire Law Society.
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11th May 2017
Leicester based Mocha Marketing appoint new Marketing and Communications Director
After recently relocating to Narborough Wood Business Park in Enderby, Mocha Marketing has a new addition to its senior management team. Thomas Woolley has been appointed ‘Marketing and Communications Director’ to aid the growth of the agency.
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11th May 2017
Money Birds Are Go
intu releases origami money ‘birds’ to delight shoppers Finding money voted Nottingham’s happiest surprise
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11th May 2017
Developer swings into action for play area revamp
Leading developer of luxury properties, Harron Homes, has made a £2,000 contribution towards a community project aiming to restore the facilities at the recreation ground in Crich.
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11th May 2017
Jackloc receives Royal seal of excellence with Queen’s Award for Enterprise
Leicestershire-based Jackloc, creator of the original, award-winning universal window and door cable restrictor has been recognised with the most prestigious award in UK business, The Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation.
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10th May 2017
Anoki Backed Duffield Dynamos Celebrate League Cup Win
A partnership between a local village football team and a Derby restaurant has paid dividends after the team triumphed against a high-profile Derby County side that had been unbeaten all season.
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10th May 2017
Croots Farm Shop in Derbyshire takes part in Open Farm Sunday
One of Derbyshire’s most popular farm shops is giving customers the chance to go behind the scenes of a farm during a national event that’s billed as the farm industry’s open day.
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10th May 2017
Do you want to maximise opportunities for your business?
Now in its 11th year, Leicestershire Business Expo (LBE) 2017 is the premier annual showcase for businesses across Leicester and Leicestershire, tailored for local business owners, directors and decision makers.
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10th May 2017
WFP ‘On A Roll’ With New Product Launch
A Derby-based company is officially launching its first range of rolled bottom containers following a £15,000 investment in equipment, creating six new jobs.
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10th May 2017
East Midlands housing experts unite to solve the housing puzzle
Housing experts from throughout the East Midlands gathered for the first time as a region at a major summit to discuss solutions to the housing crisis.
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10th May 2017
Encore Derby ‘Drives’ East Mids Growth Through Specialist Division
MIDLANDS-BASED recruitment agency Encore Personnel is proactively supporting business growth in the region by launching a specialist driving division at its Derby branch.
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9th May 2017
Energy Running High At Derbyshire Firm Amidst Latest Jobs Boost
A Derbyshire firm is swiftly becoming one of the city’s largest employers, after it revealed that it is set to take on a further 100 staff at its offices in Spondon and Ilkeston, with a further move to the West Midlands on the cards.
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9th May 2017
County Show Encourages Families to Get Outdoors
ONE of the oldest county shows in the country will take place this weekend in celebration of agriculture, farming and a fun family day out for all ages.
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9th May 2017
Notts Agent Joins Exclusive National Guild
Richard Watkinson & Partners, one of the county’s most established agencies, has announced its membership of the Guild of Property Professionals.
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9th May 2017
Solutions uses pedal power to raise charity cash
A team of riders from Solutions for Accounting and CRM hopes to raise more than £2,000 for charity when it competes in this year’s Great Notts Bike Ride.
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9th May 2017
Russell Scanlan Proud Sponsors of New Nottingham Restaurant and Bar Awards
The largest independent insurance broker in Nottingham, Russell Scanlan, is proud to announce it is sponsoring the new Nottingham Restaurant and Bar Awards (NRBA) 2017/ 2018 – and this week was invited to the exclusive launch of the awards’ website.
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8th May 2017
Derby’s IHub Named Best Commercial Development in the Region
Derby’s £12m iHub innovation centre, which is the flagship building on Infinity Park, has been named best commercial project at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Awards 2017, East Midlands.
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8th May 2017
Gleeds Director wins West Midlands Celebrating Construction Award
Tom Halcarz, Birmingham-based director at property and construction consultancy Gleeds, has won the West Midlands Celebrating Construction Young Achiever of the Year Award.
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5th May 2017
Let’s Do Business 2017 - Save the Date!
Join your local Chambers of Commerce at Uttoxeter Racecourse for an exclusive networking event that will attract hundreds of delegates from a broad range of business sectors.
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5th May 2017
Bosworth Water Park - A new approach to marketing transforms profits
With business profits historically sunshine dependent, it was amazing to reflect upon on wettest 12 months in our history - and see our best financial performance ever.
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3rd May 2017
Prime Minister Backs the Notts County Show 2017
L to R: Robert Jenrick, Newark MP, alongside the Prime Minister following his invitation to promote and support the Nottinghamshire County Show and its wider ties to the agricultural industry.
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3rd May 2017
FHP Living Announces Wollaton Cricket Sponsorship
FHP Living - the leading residential estate agency and property consultants - has agreed a long term sponsorship deal with Wollaton Cricket Club.
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3rd May 2017
University Passivhaus Up For International Science Award
WILLMOTT Dixon’s sustainable work has been praised by the scientific community this month, with the multi-million pound Centre for Medicine at the University of Leicester being shortlisted for a highly coveted international award.
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3rd May 2017
Morley Hayes Shortlisted For Prestigious Wedding Award
Morley Hayes, one of the region’s best-loved wedding venues, has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award.
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2nd May 2017
Sturgess Motor Group launches new Bodyshop, creating jobs for the city
Leicester based Sturgess Motor Group have opened their new purpose built Bodyshop, Vehicle Preparation and Logistics Centre, situated on Coventry Road, Broughton Astley, Leicester. These premises will be used for preparing new vehicles, as well as providi
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2nd May 2017
Overseas expansion on radar for revitalised BikeTrac
Central or Eastern Europe, even the Middle East… there really is no hiding for any motorcycle fitted with security technology developed and manufactured by Silverstone Park company BikeTrac, which has just raised the industry standard with its latest two
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2nd May 2017
Jones and Clark launch inaugural Health and Safety Pledge in April
Initiative will assist local companies to celebrate safe, healthy and happy working environments in and around Burton
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2nd May 2017
Bumper Year for Notts Children’s Charity with Support from Local Firm
MORE than £17,000, 250 Christmas presents and hundreds of art supplies are among the items that have been donated to children’s cancer charity PASIC by a Nottingham appliance care firm over the past year.
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2nd May 2017
Bell Northampton Delivers Luxury Service with Trucklink
A Northampton-based home interiors specialist has seen tremendous growth thanks to their delivery partnership with Leicestershire logistics provider and Pall-Ex member Trucklink.
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28th April 2017
Mayor of Derby Joins Local Families for the Official Launch of Little Angels Day Nursery at Marble Hall
The Mayor of Derby, Councillor Linda Winter, joined local families for a ‘Fun Day’ to celebrate the official opening of the new Little Angels new day nursery at Marble Hall on Nightingale Road in Osmaston.
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26th April 2017
Marathon effort raises more than £14,000 for charity
Specialist sports socks made in Nottinghamshire helped to keep their creator’s feet blister-free as he completed a gruelling ‘six marathons in six days’ challenge for charity.
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26th April 2017
Northamptonshire based Interduct UK crowned winners at the H&V News Awards
Leading experts in the cleaning, maintenance and management of kitchen ventilation and grease extract systems, Interduct UK, have been crowned as winners at the Heating and Ventilation News Awards last Thursday.
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25th April 2017
Intu Celebrates More Than 200 Hours of Volunteering For Local Charity
STAFF from Nottingham’s intu Victoria Centre and intu Broadmarsh have continued their partnership with local charity Epic Partners by to supporting its regular ‘Community Games’ holiday club during the Easter Holidays
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24th April 2017
East Mids Agent Scores Hat-Trick Of Awards
MIDLANDS property consultancy Innes England is once again streets ahead of its competitors across the region, with three of its agents scooping prestigious industry titles in recent weeks.
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24th April 2017
Croots Farm Shop helps put Great British family businesses on the map
Derbyshire farm shop Croots is hosting a visit from the Family Business Road Trip 2017.
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24th April 2017
Nottingham’s National Justice Museum Officially Opens
The popular former courthouse and gaol, previously known as the Galleries of Justice, houses the UK’s largest collection of over 40,000 law, justice, crime, and punishment artefacts.
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24th April 2017
HORIBA MIRA and Főmterv zRt Awarded Hungarian Proving Ground Design Contract
HORIBA MIRA - a global-leader in advanced engineering, research and product testing - has been contracted in partnership with civil engineering firm Főmterv zRt to design a prestigious automotive proving ground in Zalaegerszeg, Hungary.
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24th April 2017
Soabar enters Konica Minolta partnership on back of £300,000 equipment investment
Leicester label printer Soabar has entered a business partnership with global print systems manufacturer Konica Minolta after becoming the first company in England – and only the second in the UK – to invest in its latest digital printing technology.
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20th April 2017
Bovis Homes Comes To Bridgford Ahead Of New Development Launch
LOCAL home seekers will have the opportunity for find out more about the new development at Edwalton as national house builder, Bovis Homes partners with FHP Living in West Bridgford.
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20th April 2017
Sturgess Motor Group celebrate their 120th anniversary
2017 sees the 4th generation family business, Leicester based Sturgess Motor Group, celebrate its 120th anniversary.
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20th April 2017
Residents treated by construction services firm J Tomlinson
Residents living in a retirement housing scheme in Leicestershire have been given a cash bonus by construction services firm J Tomlinson to give themselves a treat.
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19th April 2017
Construction Students at Warwickshire College Have a Go at Housebuilding with Barratt Homes
Construction students from Warwickshire College Group were given the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with five star housebuilder Barratt Homes thanks to a special event at its Heathcote development Warwick Gates.
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19th April 2017
36 retailers go head-to-head in 2017 Chesterfield Retail Awards
36 Chesterfield retailers are set to go head-to-head in the annual Chesterfield Retail Awards. Organised by Destination Chesterfield in association with Addooco, with one hoping to take the coveted title of Retailer of the Year, which is sponsored by East
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19th April 2017
Haines Watts, Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors in Leicester are delighted to announce that from 1st April 2017 they have acquired the practice of Gutteridge Scanlan
Andrew Scanlan has had an accountancy practice in Leicester since 1977 and recently decided the time had come to merge his business into something larger. He looked to Haines Watts, Leicester, who ‘have a great business reputation in the area’. He has kno
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19th April 2017
APRIL 2017 Work begins on new community centre with Focus Consultants as project manager
Work is now underway on building a new community centre in Lincolnshire village Mareham le Fen, which will replace a 100-year-old tin and timber hall.
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19th April 2017
Rothera Sharp Bolstered By New Appointment
Nottingham-based law firm Rothera Sharp has announced the appointment of a new partner, helping create the largest probate department in the county.
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13th April 2017
Morley Hayes to Showcase the Region’s Best Beers At Its Spring ‘Local Beer’ Festival
Morley Hayes, the region’s leading hotel, golf and leisure complex, is set to stage its first ever Beer Festival.
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13th April 2017
Electric Car Charging Points to be ‘Part of the Fabric’ of Trent Basin
As Trent Basin is set to become the home to Europe’s biggest community energy battery and the UK’s newest community energy scheme, the property development in Nottingham is quickly earning a name for itself as one of the country’s most sustainable communi
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13th April 2017
Lincoln Transport Hub Opens Its Doors to Local Community
CONTRACTOR Willmott Dixon has welcomed local students and members of the public for an exclusive look into the works on the transformational Lincoln Transport Hub.
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13th April 2017
Derbyshire Tableware Company Set To Open New Premises with HSBC Finance Package
A Derbyshire-based tableware company has secured a five-figure small business loan from HSBC enabling the company to completely renovate its new premises before opening in autumn this year.
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13th April 2017
HORIBA MIRA and Coventry University launch Autonomous Vehicle Research Centre
HORIBA MIRA, a world-leader in vehicle engineering, research and product testing has joined forces with Coventry University to launch a brand new automotive research centre dedicated to developing intelligent, connected vehicle technology.
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13th April 2017
Packaging Firm Invests in £600,000 State-of-the-Art Gluing Machine
A Nottingham packaging company has invested more than £600,000 in a new state-of-the-art gluing machine to keep up with growing industry demand.
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12th April 2017
Recruiter Gives Derby Charity a Boost with New Hire
HAVING previously struggled to find a high quality candidate to head up its finance and business services, Derby-based charity and business, BPEC, was thrilled to secure its latest hire with the help of Astute Recruitment.
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12th April 2017
Leicestershire bespoke lighting specialists celebrate rapid success with plans to launch in the US
Coalville based leading lighting specialists, Parify, have seen impressive growth throughout the past four years, remarkably doubling their turnover each year, and are now ready to take their business to the next level.
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12th April 2017
Anoki Hosts the Midland Doctors Association’s Annual Fundraising Lunch Which Raises Over £60,000
Anoki fine dining Indian restaurant played host to Midland Doctors Association’s annual fundraising lunch on Sunday 9 April, which raised an incredible £61,000 for the Derby-based charity.
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12th April 2017
Charity cycle ride supported by J Tomlinson
Building services company J Tomlinson is backing a charity cycle ride taking place over the Easter weekend in aid of Pancreatic Cancer UK.
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12th April 2017
Notts Uni Refurb Is Music to Students’ Ears
STUDENTS at the University of Nottingham are enjoying fresh facilities at the School of Music following a refurbishment by local fit-out company B&M Installations.
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11th April 2017
Cartwright Appointed To Bring the Social Importance of National Museum to Life
THE NATIONAL Justice Museum has appointed Cartwright Communications to support its mission of helping people gain a practical understanding of the law and justice system through a UK-wide campaign.
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11th April 2017
Our 13th Eden Tyres & Servicing is now open!
The branch, which is located on Ivanhoe Business Park, next to Screwfix and Toolstation will offer our full range of services including Tyres, MOT's, Servicing, Air Con and vehicle repairs.
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11th April 2017
Newly formed Staunton Harold Sailability Trust rounds first mark in its pursuit to get more disabled children water-bound
Newly formed charity Staunton Harold Sailability Trust (Staunton Harold ST) has not only secured its first major sponsor, Ward Recycling, but will have enough money to buy its first double handed Hansa dinghy thanks to a £6,000 donation which was raised b
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11th April 2017
Anthony Joshua comes to Leicester after he fights to win the Super WBA and IBO titles
Anthony Joshua will be heading to Leicester just three weeks after his sold-out fight at Wembley with Wladimir Klitschko. The evening, courtesy of Kong Events will take place at Leicester Athena on Thursday 18th May.
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11th April 2017
Family Business Launches Apprenticeship Academy
An established family business in Derbyshire has launched an Employer Academy with Derby College as part of its bid to recruit several new apprentices in the coming years.
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10th April 2017
Personal trainers are not just for the gym, says business coach and Construction Leaders Club founder
Business professionals are being urged to treat their business growth aspirations the way they treat their fitness programmes – and hire themselves a personal trainer/business growth coach.
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10th April 2017
Mother Moves House Easily With Barratt Homes’ Move Maker Scheme After Finding Her Dream Home By ‘Chance’
A mother who found her dream home in Derbyshire has moved home easily and quickly thanks to Barratt Homes’ bespoke Movemaker scheme.
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10th April 2017
New business support directory
The LLEP Business Gateway growth hub has launched a new Business Support Directory service on its website.
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10th April 2017
Nottingham Based Student Lettings Specialist Expands Team
FHP Student Living has appointed a new member of staff to its growing team following the opening of a new office on Shakespeare Street.
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7th April 2017
30 Men and Women to lift 12 Jumbo Jets at East Midlands Airport
Nottinghamshire based transformation gym My Gym Space (Kingsway, Kirkby-in-Ashfield) will be lifting an entire manufactured Boeing and 747 fleet of aircraft over the Easter Holiday period as they attempt to lift 12 jumbo jets at East Midlands Airport.
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7th April 2017
Willis drives his way to the top with Master Technician qualification
An award-winning employee at Nottingham-based RH Commercial Vehicles (RHCV) has become one of the youngest professionals to qualify as a Master Technician – the highest recognised technical level in the motor vehicle industry.
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7th April 2017
Midlands based Foremost Security sponsor local football team, Dunkirk Juniors
Midlands security provider, Foremost Security, have shown their ongoing support towards their local football team by supplying them with a brand new away kit.
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7th April 2017
Nottingham Creatives to Get More Support with Loan Fund
A JOINT initiative between Nottingham City Council and First Enterprise is to give new and existing businesses in the city’s Creative Quarter a boost as its loan fund is increased by 37%.
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7th April 2017
Society helping to put safety first at local bowls club
Earl Shilton Building Society is supporting a local bowls club in their efforts to raise funds for the installation of a defibrillator
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5th April 2017
Event Marks Completion of New Apartments in Derby City Centre
A special event last night marked the opening of a multi-million pound project in Derby that has seen the conversion of an office block into 158 apartments.
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5th April 2017
Wolsey Island regeneration to ‘breathe new life’ into waterside brownfield site
The long-awaited redevelopment of the former hosiery factory on Leicester’s Wolsey Island is formally underway, after City Mayor Sir Peter Soulsby broke ground on the site at a ceremony last Thursday.
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5th April 2017
Construction to begin on new Circle Health Hospital
International property and construction consultancy Gleeds has announced that contracts for Circle Health’s new £22 million hospital in Birmingham, on which it is appointed as project and cost manager, have recently been signed allowing construction to be
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5th April 2017
Redrow to Host Easter Egg Hunts Across Its Three East Midlands Developments
The Easter bunny has got some special surprises in store for youngsters visiting any of Redrow Homes East Midlands’ developments across Derbyshire over the Easter period.
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4th April 2017
Wheely good effort, as J Tomlinson supports cycling initiative
A team from J Tomlinson took to the saddle in support of a mixed-ability bike ride along the Leeds Superhighway.
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4th April 2017
Work underway on new homes in Melton
Leading developer Westleigh Homes has formally begun the construction of 97 new two, three and four bedroom homes on the edge of Melton Mowbray.
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4th April 2017
Builders at Lincolnshire Development Manor Farm Recognised For Excellence
Five star housebuilder Barratt Homes is celebrating the success of its construction team in Lincolnshire at the popular development Manor Farm in North Hykeham, following the launch of the sixth phase of homes.
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4th April 2017
WFP Fabrications Land First Overseas Order In Light Of Brexit
An Ilkeston-based company has secured its first overseas order despite manufacturers concerns that EU trade would be affected following the triggering of Brexit.
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3rd April 2017
Bakery to Host Traditional Hot Cross Bun Taster Session
A Derbyshire bakery wants to tempt people back to the traditional hot cross bun this Easter with a free taster session- to compare with ones mass-produced by the supermarkets.
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3rd April 2017
Solutions rebrands following two years of success since merger
Financial and business management software provider Solutions for Accounting has marked the second anniversary of its merger with BluebirdCRM with a new name and logo, following two years of growth.
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3rd April 2017
‘Top’ Of the Range Rehab Centre Given Royal Seal of Approval
A PIONEERING £1 million rehabilitation centre in Leicestershire, designed for those who have suffered life-changing sporting injuries, is one step closer to completion after contractor Willmott Dixon held a topping out ceremony this week (30 March) attend
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3rd April 2017
Chesterfield apprentice wins AMRC Training Centre ‘Apprentice of the Year’ award
A Chesterfield apprentice has become the first female apprentice to win the Apprentice of the Year’ award supported by Boeing at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) Training Centre’s ‘Apprentice of the Year’ awards held at the University of
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31st March 2017
Encouraging Nottingham Girls into Property
NOTTINGHAM girls were given the opportunity to learn more about what the future could hold at the fourth bi-annual Nottingham Girls’ High School career fair.
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30th March 2017
Armed Forces get extended helping hand onto the property ladder in Leicestershire
Leading developer Westleigh Homes is encouraging the UK’s servicemen and women in Leicestershire to take advantage of the exclusive Help to Buy package on offer to them, after it was announced the government-backed scheme would be extended until 2018.
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29th March 2017
Building society and community group bringing flower power to Burbage
Earl Shilton Building Society is sponsoring a community project in Burbage which aims to get green-fingered residents planting flowers in colourfully-decorated wellies, to be displayed across the parish.
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29th March 2017
Work begins on Mercia Marina’s ‘Piazza’ development
Mercia Marina has begun work on a new £3m retail, restaurant and office development.
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29th March 2017
J Tomlinson begins building work on a new specialist supported housing development in Coventry
Building services company J Tomlinson has started work on a new multi-million pound specialist supported housing development for adults with learning and physical disabilities.
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29th March 2017
Focus Consultants project manages Gilbert White and The Oates Museum redevelopment
After supporting a successful Round 2 Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) bid in Spring 2016, Focus Consultants are pleased to announce that the renovation of the museum housing The Gilbert White and the Oates Collections in Selborne, Hampshire, has begun constru
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29th March 2017
Guttridge Appoint New Area Sales Manager for the UK West
Guttridge Ltd, a leading UK manufacturer of bulk materials handling machinery based in Spalding, Lincolnshire, are delighted to welcome Roger Leonard to the team who will be joining the Sales Department as Area Sales Manager for the UK West region.
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28th March 2017
Thomas Bow Celebrates 150 Years In Business
FROM airports to rugby pitches, construction specialist and one of Nottingham’s oldest family firms, Thomas Bow, is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year.
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28th March 2017
SockMine lends support to local homeless project
Nottinghamshire sock manufacturer SockMine is working with homeless support organisation the Beacon Centre to provide fresh, clean socks to its users.
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28th March 2017
NOTTS Contact Centre Rings In Donations for Comic Relief
Domestic & General, in Talbot Street Nottingham, was one of 11 contact centres across the country taking donation calls as part of the annual event on 24 March - which raised more than £71 million on the night.
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28th March 2017
AIM Awards move to Pride Point as successful year continues.
Derby based AIM Awards have moved to new offices on Pride Point following a successful year of growth and recognition.
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27th March 2017
Spatial Global Exhibiting at MultiModal 4th - 6th April at The NEC
You can visit Spatial Global on Stand Number: 7087 within the Logistics Leaders Network Pavilion. Co-located with Internet Retail Expo and the e-Delivery Expo. Making MultiModal a ‘must attend’ event for any person with an interest in international freigh
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27th March 2017
Intu Inspires NOTTS Students to Develop Skills for Employment
NOTTINGHAM shopping centres, intu Victoria Centre and intu Broadmarsh, are further strengthening their relationship with Nottingham Academy through the launch of a four-year mentoring programme.
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27th March 2017
Home improvement company to transform showroom into pop-up cafe for charity
Staff at Nottingham-based home improvement company KLG Rutland will swap business suits for chef aprons as its showroom is transformed into a pop-up cafe to raise money for charity.
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27th March 2017
Derbyshire Charities to Receive Egg-Stravagent Easter Donation
Miller Homes Midlands is encouraging Derbyshire residents to buy an extra treat this Easter with the launch of its Easter Egg Drop campaign.
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24th March 2017
Building Dreams
The National Construction Academy in Derby is now firmly in place. They have been training the next generation of skilled bricklayers and working closely with some of Derby’s leading construction companies.
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24th March 2017
Teams race to sign up for the Nottingham Riverside Festival Dragon Boat Challenge!
Companies, clubs and organisations from across the region are getting their teams together and signing up to take part in this year’s eagerly anticipated Nottingham Riverside Festival Dragon Boat Challenge. Now in its ninth year, the Dagon Boat Challenge
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24th March 2017
Lincolnshire business expands to Nottingham
One of the UK’s leading environmental consultants, Delta-Simons, has announced the opening of a Nottingham office which is part of the firm’s Midlands expansion strategy, bringing with it several new jobs for the city.
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24th March 2017
Housebuilder Donates £100 to Local School Library to Celebrate World Storytelling Day
Five star housebuilder David Wilson Homes has donated £100 to a local primary school library to help celebrate World Storytelling Day (Monday 20th March).
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24th March 2017
MP Opens Alpha Rail’s New Manufacturing Facility
Gloria de Piero, Member of Parliament for Ashfield and Eastwood has officially opened Alpha Rail’s new manufacturing facility in Huthwaite.
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23rd March 2017
More than 4000 new jobs set to be created in Chesterfield
More than £700million of key developments in Chesterfield will enter the delivery phase in 2017, creating more than 4,000 new jobs over the next five years.
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23rd March 2017
Baro Vehicles selects the UK to Develop Compact Autonomous Vehicles
Baro Vehicles Ltd, developer of semi-autonomous compact vehicles, has set up its business in the UK as it prepares to develop its prototype vehicle BARO One Golf Car.
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23rd March 2017
Gleeds Birmingham commended for retaining its IIP Gold Standard Status
Birmingham based property and construction consultancy, Gleeds, has been awarded Gold Standard by Investors in People (IIP) for the third time in a row.
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23rd March 2017
Defence College signs the Armed Forces Covenant
Welbeck, The Defence Sixth Form College has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, ensuring all of their employees are treated fairly if they are currently serving with the Armed Forces as a reservist or have completed previous military service.
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22nd March 2017
Recent appointment at Sturgess Jaguar Land Rover Leicester
Leicester based Sturgess Jaguar Land Rover has recently welcomed a new Corporate Business Manager to the team.
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22nd March 2017
Landmark Buildings in Heart of Lacemarket Converted To Luxury Apartments In £5m Investment
PERRYMEAD Estates has released for rental the first eight apartments in its ongoing £5 million renovation of buildings around St Mary’s Church in the heart of Nottingham’s Creative Quarter.
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22nd March 2017
Sturgess Motor Group Celebrates 120th Anniversary
2017 sees the 4th generation family business Sturgess Motor Group celebrate its 120th anniversary.
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17th March 2017
Ex-Asda Director Joins Nottingham Retail Giant
Nottingham-based Solutions for Retail Brands (S4RB) has announced the appointment of its new non-executive retail director.
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17th March 2017
Branston Gets To The ‘Heart’ Of Village Safety
A Lincolnshire village has welcomed a new life-saving medical device for local residents to use, thanks to a donation from local business, Branston Ltd.
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17th March 2017
Award Winning Site Managers at David Wilson Homes Recognised For Construction Excellence
Two hard working site managers at David Wilson Homes East Midlands have been recognised for their outstanding work at developments across Leicestershire.
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16th March 2017
Bake Off star Val extends range of bakes at Croots Farm Shop in Derbyshire
Derbyshire farm shop Croots has added to its range of bakes created by Great British Bake Off star Val Stones.
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16th March 2017
Miller Homes in the Midlands Helps Raise over £228,000 for Habitat for Humanity
A massive fundraising effort by Miller Homes has seen the company more than double its fundraising target for global development charity Habitat for Humanity GB’s Hope Builders Campaign, raising almost quarter of a million pounds in just 12 months.
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16th March 2017
Russell Scanlan Going for Gold with Museum Sponsorship
Nottingham’s largest independent insurance broker, Russell Scanlan, has announced it will be a gold sponsor of the city’s Galleries of Justice Museum’s major annual fundraising event of the year.
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16th March 2017
Local Nursery Children Reach For the Stars with Miller Homes
Talented youngsters from Busy Bees nursery in Telford have been testing out their artistic skills in a Miller Homes Midlands competition.
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16th March 2017
Top Tips for Spring Gardens with Barratt and David Wilson Homes
Barratt and David Wilson Homes, in partnership with the RSPB, are encouraging residents of new homes in Leicestershire to put a spring in the step of local wildlife this season.
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15th March 2017
Motorhome dealer hopes new 'glamping' tent will boost lifestyle market success
A Derby area based motorhome supplier is firmly in the driving seat of a growing lifestyle market, with sales up by a third in a year.
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15th March 2017
MP praises "fantastic example of teaching people practical skills"
A Derby MP has congratulated Access Training for the building blocks it provides to more than 60 people a week looking for a job in construction.
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15th March 2017
CSY and Photo-Me Bring EPOS into 191 Asda Stores in 1 Day
In just one day, Nottingham company CSY Retail Systems helped Photo-Me to go live with 191 EPOS terminals into in-store photo centres at branches of Asda nationwide.
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14th March 2017
Company’s Lorry Load of Eggs for Worthy Causes
Hundreds of chocolate eggs will be donated to worthy causes by a Derbyshire company this Easter.
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14th March 2017
Focus Consultants appointed as energy consultants on retirement village scheme
Experts at Focus Consultants have been appointed as the consultants on a 260-home retirement village being built in Buckinghamshire.
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14th March 2017
New Employees Recruited To Avoid Workforce Shortages
NOTTINGHAM-BASED recruitment firm, Encore Personnel, has invested in a new team of specialists to ensure companies do not suffer from employee shortages during their peak trading times.
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14th March 2017
Charity effort by friends and firm raises £1,200 to give holidays to families with sick children
A Christmas charity effort by an Ilkeston factory worker and her friend has resulted in a £1,200 bonus for a local good cause.
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14th March 2017
Race Night Raises Over £4,000 for Nottinghamshire Good Causes
A 15 year old Olympic hopeful and babies at the Neonatal Baby Unit at the Nottingham City Hospital are to benefit from a share of £4,225 following a successful fundraising event organised by The Frank Key Group.
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13th March 2017
Innes England Crowned For a Decade of Deals
MIDLANDS property consultancy Innes England has been crowned the region’s Most Active Agent for the tenth consecutive year.
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13th March 2017
Eden Appointed To Lead On Dino-Mite National Campaign
The world-exclusive Dinosaurs of China exhibition has appointed Nottingham-based agency, Eden Public Relations to lead on its national PR campaign.
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13th March 2017
College careers event gets students thinking about their futures
Students and school pupils have been inspired for their futures following the success of New College Nottingham’s (ncn) Your Future careers and employability event.
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13th March 2017
Historic Nottingham Guildhall Place Set For £120m Development by Miller Birch
MILLER BIRCH is to deliver a major £120m development on the 2.31 acre site of the former Central Fire and Police stations and adjacent Guildhall Place.
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10th March 2017
Flagship Nottingham Mixed Use Scheme Up For Grabs at MIPIM
THE DEVELOPER behind one of Nottingham’s most significant regeneration projects will be showcasing what it could offer potential occupiers at MIPIM, the world’s largest property show held in Cannes every year (14-17 Mar).
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10th March 2017
Triple Nomination for UK’s Largest Recruitment Bash
A BEESTON-based project services consultancy is eyeing glory at the UK’s biggest recruitment industry awards event.
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9th March 2017
Massive Energy Boost for Local Business Women
At the third anniversary of its Women in Business programme, the Chamber of Commerce and its three event partners were delighted to host a sell-out event on Tuesday 7th March, with fitness expert Kathryn Williams, who provided a massive motivational energ
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9th March 2017
Blueprint Celebrates Prestigious National Award Shortlisting
Nottingham-based property developer Blueprint, which specialises in creating sustainable homes and workspaces, is celebrating after being shortlisted for a prestigious national industry award.
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9th March 2017
Reunion for Futures' apprentices
Apprentices past and present shared their experiences yesterday at a reunion in Ripley to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week.
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9th March 2017
Futures secures skills and employment award
A skills and employment programme that has helped nearly 100 people in under a year has scooped an industry award.
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8th March 2017
New Hire Boosts Innes England Building Consultancy Team
MIDLANDS property consultancy Innes England has appointed Dave Seymour as an assistant building surveyor.
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8th March 2017
Arrow opens its doors to Port Health SIG to tackle Zika threat
Tackling the threat of the Zika virus was on the agenda recently, when Arrow Solutions hosted one of the Port Health Special Interest Group’s quarterly meetings.
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8th March 2017
6,000 DERBY STUDENTS BENEFIT FROM E4E’S PROGRAMME OF ACTIVITIES
Over the past 12 months, a Derby-based initiative, which links businesses with schools and students in order to raise aspirations and improve employability skills, has supported almost 6,000 young people, four times as many as in the previous period.
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8th March 2017
Artificial grass team enjoys continued success in the Midlands
The UK’s leading supplier of artificial grass is delighted to be expanding its business in the Midlands following its 31st year of business success as Britain gets swept up in artificial grass fever.
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7th March 2017
Delight as Winners of Regional Care Home Award Make National Finals
A chef and nurse who work for Milford Care have made it through to the national final of the Great British Care Awards.
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7th March 2017
Show Home Interior Design at the Spinney Inspired By Stunning Leicestershire Countryside
David Wilson Homes has enlisted the help of one of its top interior designers to capture the essence of Leicestershire at its latest show home The Spinney in Burbage.
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7th March 2017
Everyone’s a winner with Listers!
2017 is already in full swing and with cold winter days and dark mornings greeting us, many of us are counting down the days till the summer kicks in. Lister Trade Frames of Stoke on Trent have made sure however, that the winter months still bring plenty
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7th March 2017
Hinckley & Rugby achieves year of strong growth
Hinckley & Rugby Building Society has revealed strong growth in its mortgage lending and its savings balances in its annual results published today [February 24].
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7th March 2017
“You’re hired!” BSP Consulting takes on third apprentice
Civil and structural engineering company BSP Consulting has taken on its third apprentice administration assistant, who follows in the footsteps of two colleagues who have since climbed the career ladder after being hired as apprentices themselves.
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6th March 2017
Housebuilder on the Hunt for New Apprentices in Nottinghamshire
Barratt Homes North Midlands is continuing its positive work to support local employment, by creating three new roles to develop talent across Nottinghamshire in the construction industry.
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6th March 2017
Copley Scientific Celebrate 70th Anniversary with Expansion at New Colwick Site
Copley Scientific, based on Colwick Quays Business Park (in the Colwick area of Nottingham), has agreed the purchase of a new 10,000 sq. ft. facility to be built close to their existing site.
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6th March 2017
J Tomlinson gas engineer a winner in the Building Communities Awards 2017
J Tomlinson gas engineer Macauley Shaw has won the title of Apprentice of the Year (16-24) in the Building Communities Awards 2017.
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6th March 2017
Two Connect Buildings Receive Prestigious Awards
Two of the latest buildings to join the Connect Derby portfolio of managed workspaces have received prestigious awards from the Derby Civic Society.
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6th March 2017
Miller Homes Launches Interior Design Competition
Miller Homes Midlands has joined forces with South Staffordshire College to launch an interior design competition for its Creative Arts students.
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3rd March 2017
Love Business to again host Chamber's Business Awards launch
Following the success of last year’s launch, the annual quest to celebrate business excellence in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire is once again being launched at Love Business.
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1st March 2017
Hundreds Attend Showground’s Conference to Discuss Farming Post-Brexit
A CROWD of over 400 gathered yesterday (28 February) at Lincolnshire’s only Farming Conference to discuss the future of farming and how to manage risk following the UK’s exit from the European Union.
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1st March 2017
Just 10 Homes Left for Sale in Phase One of Trent Basin
After a bumper month (Feb) of sales and reservations of homes at Nottingham’s new waterside neighbourhood, there are now just 10 plots left in Phase One at Trent Basin.
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28th February 2017
Dimensions Raises £37,000 for Charity
In the fundraising period from July 2015 – December 2016, leading corporatewear supplier Dimensions donated over £37,000 to charity. The impressive amount was raised through fundraising efforts by colleagues at three of the company’s sites, as well as bac
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27th February 2017
Care Company One of First in UK to Serve Up Pureed Food That Looks Like a Meal
Elderly residents at six care homes across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire who have difficulty swallowing food are benefiting from an initiative aimed at encouraging them to eat more.
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27th February 2017
Free First Aid training pledge for local supply teachers
Nottingham-based supply teacher agency, PK Education, has pledged to train 100 supply teachers in First Aid for free before the end of the year.
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27th February 2017
Nottingham Coffee Business Steps Up Expansion Plan with Support from HSBC
Midlands-based specialist coffee roaster 200 Degrees is set for an extensive expansion of its coffee shops in collaboration with HSBC Business Banking.
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27th February 2017
Lincoln Transport Hub Lays The Foundations For Stronger Construction Industry
A KEY regeneration scheme in Lincoln will not only deliver significant benefits for the city’s business community, residents and visitors, but is also helping to address the skills gap in the UK’s construction industry.
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27th February 2017
Mindfulness in the Workplace Is Hot Topic for Midlands Businesses
EMOTIONAL intelligence and mindfulness are both of interest for employers and employees alike. In a bid to help Midlands businesses gain a better understanding of these terms, consultant Lisa Spencer-Arnell will be speaking at a breakfast event (17 March)
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24th February 2017
Local Schools Compete For Top Spot at National Sheep Association Regional Day in Bakewell
Agricultural students from schools across Derbyshire and Staffordshire gathered at the Agricultural Business Centre in Bakewell to showcase their skills at a special inter-schools competition, which took place at the annual National Sheep Association (NSA
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24th February 2017
Miller Homes Gives Derbyshire Pupils a Lesson in Health and Safety
Children from Parkside Junior School in Ashbourne have been getting clued up about the importance of health and safety on building sites, thanks to Miller Homes Midlands.
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24th February 2017
Local photographer WINS multiple national awards
Local photographer and owner of leading commercial photography business, MarketingShotz, Rob Hill has been named "All-round Photographer of the year - 2016" by the Guild of Photographers. At the same Guild annual awards dinner, one of his images also won
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24th February 2017
Intu Centres Bring Epic Fun to February Half Term
STAFF from Nottingham’s intu Victoria Centre and intu Broadmarsh have continued their partnership with local charity, Epic Partners, by volunteering their time and expertise to support their regular ‘Community Games’ holiday club during February half term
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24th February 2017
Housing Association Joins In Ambitious Bid to Make History during National Apprenticeship Week
Futures Housing Group is supporting an attempt to achieve a Guinness World Records title for the largest online careers advice seminar ever.
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24th February 2017
Promise Of Jobs Boost As Energy Firm Opens Its Doors
Fifty business professionals gathered today to celebrate the official opening of the EnergySave head office in Ilkeston, following a £250,000 investment.
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23rd February 2017
Winning Designer’s Dress Request from High Sheriff
The High Sheriff of Nottingham was so impressed by fashion designer Michael Wallace at a Dragons’ Den style contest that she has asked him to make her a dress.
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23rd February 2017
£9.7m manufacturing support package launched to unlock SME potential in parts of the East Midlands
SME manufacturers in Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire have been given a major boost this week with news that a new £9.7m business support initiative is officially live and looking to support hundreds of companies.
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23rd February 2017
RISING STAR SARAH SHORTLISTED FOR NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD
A PROMISING young professional at contractor, Willmott Dixon, is celebrating after being shortlisted for a national accolade at the prestigious Women in Construction Awards.
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23rd February 2017
360Degrees Refurbishment Brings a Splash of Colour to CommonTime’s Offices
Workspace consultancy 360Degrees recently designed and installed a dedicated customer area for Derby technology firm CommonTime. The refurbishment to the newly leased ground floor of their existing premises ensures a professional welcome for visitors as C
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22nd February 2017
Nottingham ‘Pitches’ Prospects with GB Gold Medallist
HELEN Richardson-Walsh, Nottingham’s own Team GB hockey player and Olympic Bronze and Gold medallist, will be supporting the city at MIPIM, the world’s largest property event in March.
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22nd February 2017
London Agent Set to 'Ramp up' Derby Property Market
An estate agent has brought his vast experience of working in the London property market to Derby in a bid set to 'shake up' the local market.
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22nd February 2017
Mindfulness in the Workplace is Hot Topic for Midlands Businesses
EMOTIONAL intelligence and mindfulness are both of interest for employers and employees alike. In a bid to help Midlands businesses gain a better understanding of these terms, consultant Lisa Spencer-Arnell will be speaking at a breakfast event (17 March)
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22nd February 2017
Derbyshire housing provider recognised for excellence
A LEADING Derbyshire landlord has retained an award which recognises how companies are driven to improve how they do business.
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21st February 2017
Exam success for staff at accountancy firm
Two members of staff at leading accountancy firm Newby Castleman are celebrating after becoming fully qualified accountants.
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21st February 2017
Local School and Environmental Consultancy team up for Science Project
Richard Sutton, director of local environmental consultancy Ivy House Environmental, was delighted to be able to step up when a school in Long Eaton recently asked for help with their KS2 Science Project about the enviornment, rainfall, water supply and s
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21st February 2017
Nottingham Urgent Care Centre Welcomes Budding Healthcare Professionals
STUDENTS from across Nottingham are being welcomed to the city’s Urgent Care Centre, operated by Nottingham CityCare Partnership, for an exclusive insight into careers in the healthcare sector.
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21st February 2017
TIS Provide Sweet Solution For Thorntons PLC
Nottinghamshire-based TIS, the UK’s leading independent fire, security and communication specialists have successfully come to the aid of prestigious chocolatier Thorntons PLC at their head office in Derbyshire.
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20th February 2017
Love Business EXPO Radio Advert Competition Winners
Three business owners scoop a total of £5000 worth of marketing support from Quiet Storm, leading East Midlands Marketing Company.
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20th February 2017
Thank You!
Attendance was up on last years Expo at 3,804 people attending and Love Business has once again secured its position as the regions premier business networking event
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20th February 2017
Brand New Development by Barratt Homes to Launch Soon In Nuneaton
Five star housebuilder Barratt Homes has announced it will be launching a brand new housing development in Nuneaton later this year.
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20th February 2017
Design Of £1.4billion Retail Scheme Forms a Large Part of Croydon’s “Regeneration Jigsaw”
NOTTINGHAM-based Leonard Design has revealed how its plans for Croydon’s £1.4billion Westfield and Hammerson shopping centre bring together the old and new and make significant environmental improvements as a key part of the town’s regeneration.
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20th February 2017
Gusto Hosts Glam Party to Celebrate Launch In West Bridgford
MORE THAN 500 guests attended a glamorous VIP party at Gusto West Bridgford last night (16 February), to toast the official opening of the restaurant on Bridgford Road.
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17th February 2017
Partnership with Hinckley firm puts wireless charging firmly on the map
Please find attached a press release on the launch of an exciting new partnership between Hinckley interior fit-out specialist Nuttalls and UK company Chargifi to enable businesses to provide convenient wireless charging to their customers.
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17th February 2017
Dealer Drives Home with Hat-trick of National Awards
East Midlands Renault Trucks distributor, RH Commercial Vehicles (RHCV) is celebrating after being awarded a hat-trick of awards this weekend at the Annual Renault Trucks Dealer Awards in Birmingham.
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17th February 2017
Love is in the air at HomeServe in Nottingham!
Pop-ular Valentine’s Day fundraising campaign helps raise £3,000 for local charities
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17th February 2017
Leicester Businesses come together to put on ‘Food Glorious Food' for local charity, Soft Touch Arts
‘Food Glorious Food’ is the sequel to The Miller Partnership’s ‘Fine and Funny Dining’ last year. Showing their continued support to Soft Touch Arts, Pete and Tracey Miller have put a slightly different ‘twist’ on this year’s event, with 1968's 5 times Os
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15th February 2017
Everything is Somewhere are exhibiting for the first time at Love Business
Everything is Somewhere are exhibiting for the first time at Love Business although we have been working for Donington Park for the last seven years
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14th February 2017
Free Caricature from Beefy’s Caricatures
Visit us on the stand for a warm welcome and a chance to get a caricature from the UK’s No 1 caricaturist, Beefy.
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14th February 2017
SOLD - Stand A21 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Insight Consultancy
At Insight, we match creative vision with a proven vocation for helping businesses to thrive.
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14th February 2017
SOLD - Stand B19 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Westfield Contributory Health Scheme Limited
Westfield Health is a not for profit health insurance company formed almost a century ago.
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14th February 2017
SOLD - Stand B3 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Smart Training & Recruitment Ltd
We’re a dynamic Training Provider, approved by Ofsted, and we deliver high quality, Government Funded Apprenticeship Programmes throughout England.
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14th February 2017
SOLD - Stand C15 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Donington Park Racing Ltd
Donington Park is the heart and soul of British Motorsport. Located in the East Midlands, adjacent to an international airport and with good road and rail links, it is an ideal place for any type of event from motorsport and music festivals, through to co
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13th February 2017
Law Firm Hoping It ‘Cannes’ Shine at Global Event
SOLICITORS from Roythornes are set to share their expertise on an international level at an event attended by property experts from across the globe.
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13th February 2017
Half term cooking kids club at intu Victoria Centre
Mini Mary Berrys and pint-sized Paul Hollywoods can get their creative cooking juices flowing at free events taking place at intu Victoria Centre this half term.
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13th February 2017
Babington Group Acquires Acorn Training Consultants
Babington Group, one of the UK’s leading providers of apprenticeships and skills training is delighted to announce the acquisition of Acorn Training Consultants, who for more than 18 years have been helping people across Derbyshire and the North East unlo
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13th February 2017
Ward Recycling Cut Ribbon to Officially Open The Project
The Commercial Director of a Derbyshire company, who has been heavily involved with transforming the former Woolworths building into a community project, was asked to cut the ribbon at its official opening (Feb 6).
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13th February 2017
SOLD - Stand A40 at Love Business 2017 Booked By In N Out
At In 'n' Out we do things differently, which sets us apart from the competition
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10th February 2017
Company’s £3,600 Donation to Youth Club in Memory of Businessman
A property company has spent thousands of pounds on a range of goodies to donate to Keighley Young People's Centre in memory of Shazad Mahmood who passed away in December.
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10th February 2017
Housebuilder Starts Work On 866 Properties In Peterborough
A leading housebuilder has continued its investment in Peterborough by launching another major development in the city.
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10th February 2017
Gusto Appoints General Manager for New West Bridgford Launch
SOPHISTICATED restaurant brand Gusto, which is set to open its doors this month (9 February), has appointed local restaurant expert, Tom Shacklock, as its general manager.
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10th February 2017
Free Beer - See us on Stand F15
We’re looking forward to seeing you at Love Business Expo on the 16th of February, Donnington Park were you’ll get the opportunity to sample our great ales… and if you want, buy some to take home!
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9th February 2017
Couple Makes Buckets Of Savings After Energy Saving Instillation
A couple who have heated their house by burning buckets of solid fuels for the last decade have championed SecoTherm Gel, after it is estimated to save them £379.60 on energy bills in just one year.
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9th February 2017
New innovative ‘Fast Track’ NEBOSH Course format delivers higher pass rate than the national average
When Nottingham based RISK & Safety Management Services Managing Director Mike Adams got approval for his unique Fast Track NEBOSH Course format, he knew he was on to a winning formula. With 12 months of results proving delegates taking this new format of
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9th February 2017
The Chamber's Annual Dinner 2017
The Chamber's Annual Dinner is one of the most prestigious black-tie business events in the East Midlands. With over 500 guests from businesses in the region expected to attend, the dinner provides a fantastic platform to raise your profile and network wi
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9th February 2017
Growth Hubs join forces at the biggest business event in the East Midlands
For the first time, the LLEP Business Gateway has teamed up with the D2N2 Growth Hub to exhibit at the biggest business to business event of its kind in the East Midlands.
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9th February 2017
SOLD - Stands A41 & A47 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Lily Comms Ltd
We supply award winning communications solutions to businesses across the UK. We help business owners and leaders to reduce costs, increase revenue, improve the customer experience and increase efficiency through their communications set up.
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9th February 2017
SOLD - Stand A27 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Leicestershire County Council
Superfast Leicestershire is a £28 million project, led by Leicestershire County Council, to increase superfast fibre broadband coverage across Leicestershire. Working with their partner BT, Leicestershire County Council's vision is to ensure that all prem
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9th February 2017
SOLD - Stand E33 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Loughborough College
Learning provider, specialising in apprenticeships and leadership and management training.
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8th February 2017
Local Law Firm Set to Further Grow its Planning Expertise
NOTTINGHAM-BASED law firm, Roythornes Solicitors, is set to further expand its planning team just one year after it was formed.
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8th February 2017
Award-Winning Midlands Game Developer Kick-Start 2017 With Winter Warmer Slots Game Release
Following a bumper 2016, multi-award winning Midlands-based eGaming developer, Intouch Games is kicking off 2017 with the launch of their latest caveman-caper mobile slots game, Mammoth Money.
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8th February 2017
Newby Castleman’s team hoping to make a splash at Swimarathon
Leading firm of chartered accountants, Newby Castleman, is gearing up to take part in Oadby Rotary Club’s second annual Swimarathon event.
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8th February 2017
Intu Helps Local Charity’s Garden Blossom
LEADING cancer support charity, Maggie’s, has received a £300 donation from Nottingham shopping centres intu Victoria Centre and intu Broadmarsh, which will help the charity maintain its hospital-based garden.
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8th February 2017
Ten Years Behind The Camera For Photographer Who Aims To 'Capture the Romance'
‘Romance is the key when it comes to bride and groom shots’ says Cathy Higgins, photographer and self-confessed ‘romanticist’.
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8th February 2017
Top Interior Designer Teams up with David Wilson Homes to Give the Latest Trends for winter
David Wilson Homes has teamed up with one of its top interior designers to show homeowners in Leicestershire how they can keep up with the latest design trends this season.
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8th February 2017
SOLD - Stand A48 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Economit
Economit deliver digital transformation for businesses of all types through our guaranteed, independent and impartial fractional IT Director service.
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8th February 2017
SOLD - Stand A50 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Web Chat Live Limited/TA Chat Ninjas
Chat Ninjas was set up by a small team of experienced business owners. We understood the power of online leads, and wanted to help other businesses harness that power to convert leads into sales. The ability to hold a conversation with a customer, regardl
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7th February 2017
Stunning River View Apartments Snapped Up by January Home Buyers
The new neighbourhood nestled on the edge of the River Trent, just a short walk from Nottingham city centre and West Bridgford town centre, is proving to be extremely popular with January home-buyers after three apartments and one house were snapped up th
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7th February 2017
Housing chief pledges more homes to help tackle Derbyshire housing crisis
An ambitious housing provider has pledged to play its role in solving the housing crisis after a new report revealed people have to earn seven times their salary to buy a house in Derbyshire.
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7th February 2017
Justin Smith Architects to Move to New Premises in Derby’s Cathedral Quarter
After more than a decade at Friar Gate Studios, the building’s first ever tenant has said his final farewells as he moves to his own purpose-designed premises on Queen Street.
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7th February 2017
J Tomlinson completes care and nursing home project
Construction services company J Tomlinson has completed a 65-bed residential care and nursing home in the West Midlands.
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7th February 2017
SOLD - Stand C4 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Auto Windscreens
Auto Windscreens is a leading UK glass repair and replacement company headquartered in Chesterfield. It operates a specialist fleet of mobile technicians backed by a UK Fitting Hub network.
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7th February 2017
SOLD - Stands F37, F38, F42 and F43 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Total Motion
Total Motion is a fleet management company that works in partnership with our clients to become an extension of their business to deliver total control.
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7th February 2017
SOLD - Stand B1 at Love Business 2017 Booked By IGS Solutions
We help organisations create digital products and platforms that drive performance and growth. We work with public sector organisations, global companies and local businesses.
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7th February 2017
Radleigh Homes Welcomes New Homeowners to Its Brindley Park Development with a Fabulous Food Hamper
Leading Midlands housebuilder Radleigh Homes has teamed up with Betty’s Farm Shop in Willington to provide homebuyers with a special treat when they move onto its exclusive new development in Chellaston.
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6th February 2017
Car Shades Blooming Post Brexit – With Expansion And Move Into New State Of The Art Manufacturing And Distribution Facility
It's been a traumatic few months for the British economy since last June's historic decision to leave the EU and it's probably fair to say that the UK has only just begun to experience the full impact of said referendum. Still, it's far from doom and gloo
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6th February 2017
Staffordshire International Trade Survey: Europe to remain key export market despite Brexit vote
Strong trading relationships with European customers and suppliers remains a key priority for Staffordshire businesses, despite the UK’s priority to leave the EU, according to the results of the Chambers of Commerce’s International Trade Survey.
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6th February 2017
CSY’S New Office Makes an Impact Thanks to 360Degrees
Office refurbishment consultancy 360Degrees has created a tailored workplace for retail EPOS specialist CSY Retail Systems, as the company moves to new premises in Nottingham ahead of planned future growth.
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6th February 2017
Wheeldon Homes makes major investment in a fleet of New JCB’s
Derby based house builder Wheeldon has started the new year with major investment in a new fleet of JCB equipment, purchased through T C Harrison Derby.
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6th February 2017
Growth Hubs Join Forces at the Biggest Free Business Event in the East Midlands
Love Business is the biggest FREE business to business event of its kind in the East Midlands. With over 200 exhibitors there are six industry sectors represented including manufacturing and engineering, innovation and technology, transport and logistics
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6th February 2017
SOLD - Stand F16 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Function Jigsaw Ltd
We are a multi disciplinary Sports Injury Management Clinic based in Wigston, Leicestershire.
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6th February 2017
SOLD - Stand A15 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Digital Evolutions Limited
At Digital Evolutions, we work hard to deliver a one-stop shop of IT and technical services in a fast, professional, efficient, friendly and cost conscious manner. We deliver long term success through the right mix of IT focussed business planning, IT str
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3rd February 2017
Notts-based Europa’s Annual Conference Drives Business Forward
Europa Worldwide Group, an independent logistics operator with sites in Nottingham and Osberton near Worksop, celebrated the successes of the previous year at its third annual management conference.
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3rd February 2017
Allan + Bertram celebrates success at National Calendar Awards
Allan + Bertram – producers of the ‘World’s Finest Calendars – have scooped three gongs at the National Calendar Awards.
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3rd February 2017
Nottingham Firm Reveals Plan to Breathe New Life into Copenhagen Community
LEADING Nottingham-based Leonard Design has revealed how its distinctive foundations in British design, complimented by vast global experience, are shaping an exciting mixed-use scheme that’s due to open in Vanløse, Copenhagen in Autumn 2017.
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3rd February 2017
Premier Nottingham Estate Agent to Host Charity Fundraiser
LEADING Nottingham based estate agent FHP Living will be hosting a charity fundraiser evening this month (9 Feb) in aid of the John van Geest Cancer Research Centre and the Tim Bacon Foundation.
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3rd February 2017
Win £1000’s of marketing for your business or organisation by simply ‘Tweeting and Liking’ when you hear our radio advert on GEM106
GEM106 have sponsored Love Business with this great radio advert which will be played from February 7th right up to the event on the 16th February.
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2nd February 2017
Why Start of 2017 Provides Window of Opportunity for First Time Buyers
The start of the year provides the perfect window of opportunity for people looking to buy their first home, say property experts at Cavendish Residential in Nottingham.
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2nd February 2017
Futures employment support programme nominated for industry award
An East Midlands housing association has been shortlisted for a prestigious award in recognition of its achievement helping its customers into work.
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2nd February 2017
State-Of-The-Art Rehab Centre One Step Further On Road to Completion
A PIONEERING £1 million rehabilitation centre in Leicestershire, designed for those who have suffered life-changing sporting injuries, is one step closer to completion with the installation of a bespoke access road and the start of ground works on site.
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2nd February 2017
Derby City Council and Radleigh Homes Launch New £10m Extra Care Facility in Derby
The official launch has taken place of an exciting new development of extra care accommodation in Derby.
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2nd February 2017
SOLD - Stand C2 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Go Travel Solutions
Go Travel Solutions is a specialist sustainable transport consultancy serving businesses, public bodies and transport operators. The company works on projects across the UK with offices in Leicester in the Midlands and Bristol in the south west of England
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2nd February 2017
SOLD - Stand B23 at Love Business 2017 Booked By University of Leicester
The University of Leicester Research and Enterprise team and the Department of Informatics will be exhibiting at LoveBusiness. Meet the team on stand B23 to see how we can work together to access collaborative R&D and Innovation funding for mutual benefit
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2nd February 2017
BIFA Director General welcomes Rachel to Board of Directors
Rachel’s unique and extensive experience from client side, banking side and now as a forwarder, will be a real asset to the Association.
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1st February 2017
Test One welcomes Marketing intern
The Derbyshire electrical safety consultant has welcomed a new intern who will be working in the marketing department.
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1st February 2017
E4E EXPANDS ITS TEAM IN RESPONSE TO INCREASING DEMAND FOR ITS SERVICES
A Derby-based initiative, which links businesses with schools and students in order to raise aspirations and improve employability skills, has expanded its team in order to handle increasing demand for its services from schools across the city.
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1st February 2017
Pick Everard Expands Into Bristol with New Office
PICK EVERARD is investing in its growth in the property, construction and infrastructure consultancy sector in the southwest with the opening of a new office.
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1st February 2017
Europe to remain key export market despite Brexit vote
UK companies remain committed to strong trading relationships with European customers and suppliers despite the UK’s vote to leave the EU, according to the results of the Chamber of Commerce’s International Trade Survey, released today (Monday).
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1st February 2017
Five Star Housebuilder Raises Nearly £6,000 for Local Cancer Charity
Leading housebuilder David Wilson Homes has raised almost £6,000 for its charity partner CLIC Sargent, which offers support to young people living with cancer.
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1st February 2017
Why Start of 2017 Provides Window of Opportunity for First Time Buyers
The start of the year provides the perfect window of opportunity for people looking to buy their first home, say property experts at Cavendish Residential in Nottingham.
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1st February 2017
SOLD - Stand F2 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Mocha Marketing
We're a full service marketing and communications agency ... with a personal touch. Having spent many years 'client side' and in your shoes, we know exactly what it's like to have to put your trust in the right agency. We pride ourselves on becoming ambas
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1st February 2017
SOLD - Stand C3 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Orbital Recruitment Limited
Orbital Recruitment have been running for 15 years now and have gone from strength to strength. Specialising in in the development of recruitment process outsourcing solutions. Our major growth over recent years has been our expansion into onsite operatio
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1st February 2017
SOLD - Stand A3 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Intelligent Decisioning Ltd
Intelligent Decisioning Ltd is a Microsoft Partner specialising in SharePoint, Office 365 and the Microsoft Cloud.
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1st February 2017
SOLD - Stand B24 at Love Business 2017 Booked By DDS Solutions
We provide digital display screen and content management solutions for the manufacturing, retail, hospitality, events and exhibition rental markets.
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31st January 2017
Ryley Wealth Management Continues To Expand
Ryley Wealth Management, Senior Partner Practice of St. James’s Place Wealth Management, has taken another significant step forward in its planned growth strategy in acquiring Hallmark (East Midlands) Ltd. This is shortly after relocating to new offices o
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31st January 2017
Ar Demolition Clears The Way For £1m Leics Respite Centre
THE remains of a former aircraft hangar dating back to World War II, which has since fallen into disrepair, has been demolished to make way for a new £1 million rehabilitation centre in Leicestershire, designed to support those who have suffered catastrop
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31st January 2017
Two new tenants for Nottingham’s iconic Pod
A state-of-the-art gym specialising in personal training and an expanding hosted IT and communications business are the newest tenants to move into Nottingham’s iconic Pod building in the city centre, developed by the award-winning Bildurn Properties.
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31st January 2017
East Midlands Jobs Programme Launches
A new programme has launched in the East Midlands to help unemployed people get back to work.
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31st January 2017
Double Success for Cavendish Residential as it Gains NAEA Status
Cavendish Residential in Nottingham has started 2017 in style after being awarded accreditation from the National Association of Estate Agents.
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31st January 2017
SOLD - Stand E37 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Axess Systems
Axess Systems provides business leaders with award winning Worry-Free, Pay Monthly IT systems. Enabling them to be more profitable, and innovative.
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30th January 2017
Buildbase names Brett Landscaping Southern Supply Partner of the Year
At this week’s Buildbase Annual Conference, Brett Landscaping was awarded the accolade of Southern Region Supplier of the Year 2016.
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30th January 2017
SOLD - Stand A25 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Lead Forensics
Turbo-charge your lead generation, identify sales leads you never knew you had and accelerate your marketing ROI.
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30th January 2017
SOLD - Stand A51 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Leicester College
Leicester College is one of the largest and most successful colleges in the UK.
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30th January 2017
SOLD - Stand A6 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Performance Networks
Having visited the Love Business Expo 2016, Nottingham based WiFi specialist Performance Networks couldn’t turn down the opportunity to exhibit this year.
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30th January 2017
Michon Complete Free Campaign for Cerebral Palsy Charity
A Nottingham-based full service creative agency has given a national cerebral palsy charity’s campaign a fresh new look, as part of its CSR programme on a pro bono basis.
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30th January 2017
Russell Scanlan to Support Notts Charity in 2017
Nottingham’s largest independent insurance broker, Russell Scanlan, has announced its chosen charity for 2017 as the Nottingham Stroke Club.
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30th January 2017
BIFA Board of Directors 1st January 2017 appoint Spatial Global, General Operations Manager, Rachel Morley as first woman board member
With unique and extensive experience from client side, banking side and now as a forwarder, Rachel’s skills will be a real asset to the Association.
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30th January 2017
SOLD - Stand D8 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Switched On Brokers UK
Independent Energy and cost reduction brokers, the second largest in the UK covering all areas of overhead reduction on a NO FEE basis for our clients
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27th January 2017
Love Business launch for Chamber’s annual quest for crème de la crème of commerce
The region’s only pure business awards will be formally launched at next month’s Love Business Expo.
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27th January 2017
Here come the Dragons!
To celebrate Chinese New Year, Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People has joined with Gable Events to launch the ninth Nottingham Riverside Festival Dragon Boat Challenge!
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27th January 2017
Top Tips on How to Make Your House a Home from Five Star Housebuilder
It’s what you put inside a house that makes it a home, the people and the possessions, according to people living in Leicestershire.
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27th January 2017
Multi-million pound pavilion built by J Tomlinson on track
Work on a multi-million pound sports pavilion being built by construction services firm J Tomlinson is well underway at Kingsmere in Bicester.
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27th January 2017
S4rb Helps British Suppliers Connect With Waitrose Customers
Solutions for Retail Brands (S4RB) is helping to bring local and regional suppliers closer to Waitrose customers.
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27th January 2017
SOLD - Stand D10 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Joint Investment Strategy Initiative
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), on behalf of construction employers, is working with Nottingham City Council City Region on the JOINT INVESTMENT STRATEGY (JIS) to promote growth in the construction sector.
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27th January 2017
SOLD - Stand F10 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Rockingham Castle
A Royal Castle for 450 years and 450 years a family home. The perfect setting for private and corporate functions, events and filming.
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27th January 2017
SOLD - Stand A39 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Entrepreneurs Circle
Entrepreneurs Circle exists to educate, motivate, help and inspire entrepreneurs to achieve more than they ever thought possible
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27th January 2017
SOLD - Stand F9 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Talash Hotels Group
The Talash Hotels Group offers a collection of nine individual character hotels in the Midlands, Cheshire and Scotland
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27th January 2017
SOLD - Stand B11, B12, B14 & B15 at Love Business 2017 Booked By East Midlands Chamber
The Chamber is the leading business organisation in the East Midlands. With a growing membership of more than 4,000 businesses and 3,000 affiliates, it is the second largest chamber of commerce in the country.
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26th January 2017
SOLD - Stand A52 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Department for International Trade
The Department for International Trade (DIT) is the Government Department that helps UK based companies succeed in the global economy.
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26th January 2017
W S Jackson & Son Pitch New Glamping Business
Hidden Hideaway campsite launches in Leicestershire with funding from HSBC
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26th January 2017
Celebrity chef Cyrus Todiwala creates serving suggestions for Butt Foods’ new artisan sourdough recipe naan
Specialist baker Butt Foods has launched a new naan bread that’s lighter and more bubbly than ever before in response to trends for premium and new wave Indian food dining experiences.
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26th January 2017
Focus Consultants gains key environmental accreditation
The teams at Focus Consultants have cemented their commitment to high environmental standards by achieving an internationally recognised environmental management accreditation.
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26th January 2017
Knights Has ‘Big Plans’ For Town Planner Partner Hire
A TOWN planner with more than 29 years’ experience has joined growing Derby-based professional services business, Knights.
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26th January 2017
Miller Homes To Create Children’s Playzone In Southwell
Youngsters and staff at Children’s House Nursery and Pre-school in Southwell have been jumping for joy after being award £500 by Miller Homes Midlands.
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25th January 2017
EnergySave Creates 60 Jobs as it Expands Across Midlands
A Derbyshire company which ‘never stops recruiting’ has opened an office in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, creating up to 60 jobs in the process.
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25th January 2017
Entrepreneur Insights to help businesses innovate
An ex-professional footballer turned entrepreneur will be one of the guest speakers at a series of events, organised through a project at Nottingham Trent University to help businesses boost their innovation.
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25th January 2017
Gusto Gets Ready For First East Midlands ‘Venture’
HIGH-END casual dining restaurant brand Gusto will be officially opening its doors in Nottingham next month (Thursday 9th February from 5pm), marking its first restaurant in the East Midlands.
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25th January 2017
Labour market ‘bright spot’ in UK economy
“Overall, with employment levels still close to record levels and unemployment continuing to fall, the latest indicators confirm that the UK jobs market remains a major bright spot for the UK economy.
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25th January 2017
Firm’s donations to Rainbows Hospice reach £1,000
Leading firm of chartered accountants, Newby Castleman, has raised £1,000 for Rainbows children’s hospice in Loughborough.
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25th January 2017
SOLD - Stand C18 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Yorkshire Vehicle Finance Ltd
Whether you’re a company, partnership, sole trader or an employee looking to opt out of a company car scheme and take a cash alternative, the decision on how best to finance your new vehicle is always a difficult one and the key to making the right decisi
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24th January 2017
DERBY SOLICITORS SECURES PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL ACCOLADE
A DERBY law firm has secured accreditation from the National Law Society for the eleventh year running.
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24th January 2017
DERBY LOSES 20% OF ITS OFFICES
The full impact of Derby city centre’s current residential renaissance has changed the shape of its office footprint forever.
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24th January 2017
Burton & District Chamber launches Growth Through People campaign
Burton & District Chamber of Commerce is to launch its Growth Through People campaign next month - in a bid to help businesses achieve better results by managing their employees effectively.
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24th January 2017
Mitre Group Announce Management Buyout
Mitre are a leading skills development organisation delivering accredited and bespoke training programmes to the Sports & Stadia sector.
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24th January 2017
BARRATT AND DAVID WILSON HOMES TEAM UP WITH THE RSPB TO ENCOURAGE HOMEOWNERS TO INVITE BIRDS INTO THEIR GARDEN
New homeowners across Leicestershire are being encouraged to invite birds into their garden this month by Barratt and David Wilson Homes ahead of the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch.
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24th January 2017
SOLD - Stand F41 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Function Jigsaw Ltd
We are a multi disciplinary Sports Injury Management Clinic based in Wigston, Leicestershire.
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24th January 2017
SOLD - Stand D23 at Love Business 2017 Booked By BT Business
UK's Best Phone & Business Broadband Provider
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23rd January 2017
FRIENDS REUNITED – TO FORGE BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP
NOTTS school pals Mark Lambert and Ollie Piddubriwnyj have reconnected more than two decades after sitting in the same classroom – to forge a new partnership in the digital technology industry.
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23rd January 2017
Accountant Aaron takes up new position as company director after only 18 months
AN accountant who joined a firm in Long Eaton and Eastwood 18 months ago has now become a director and part owner of the business.
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23rd January 2017
CURVE ANNOUNCES BRAND NEW PRODUCTIONS OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER'S MASTERPIECE, SUNSET BOULEVARD & LESLIE BRICUSSE'S MAGICAL FAMILY MUSICAL, SCROOGE.
Following Curve's most successful Christmas season on record, with Grease and The Twits entertaining over 65,000 people to date, we are delighted to announce two new Made at Curve productions for Autumn & Winter 2017 : Andrew Lloyd Webber, Don Black & Chr
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23rd January 2017
FIRST TIME BUYER GETS 'OUT OF REACH' DREAM APARTMENT WITH DISCOUNT THANKS TO REDUCED COST HOUSING SCHEME AT DAVID WILSON HOMES
A first time buyer is over the moon after purchasing his dream 'out of reach' apartment in Milton Keynes thanks to the Low Cost and Reduced Cost Housing Schemes from David Wilson Homes.
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23rd January 2017
DERBY’S DASH SERVICES LINKS WITH TENANT SCREENING COMPANY
A Derby-based organisation, which aims to improve the quality of the housing sector across the East Midlands, has added another service by partnering with a leading tenant screening company.
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23rd January 2017
SOLD - Stand A1 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Netready Limited
Robust development, inspiring, design, creative consultancy and reliable support for on and offline software applications.
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23rd January 2017
SOLD - Stand B18 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Mansfield District Council
Invest Ashfield & Mansfield provides a range of business support services, including business grants, commercial property services and skills support.
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23rd January 2017
SOLD - Stand F21 at Love Business 2017 Booked By ONEPOST
ONEPOST is the UK's leading provider of independent postal advice and management, offering cost-saving postal solutions for UK and international mailings, fulfilment, packets and parcels.
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23rd January 2017
SOLD - Stand A50 at Love Business 2017 Booked By East Midlands Chamber
The Chamber is the leading business organisation in the East Midlands. With a growing membership of more than 3,900 businesses and 3,000 affiliates, it is the second largest chamber of commerce in the country.
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23rd January 2017
SOLD - Stand A36 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Tiedata
Tiedata will be exhibiting for the first time at the Love Business Expo in 2017. You can find us at stand A36 in the Innovation, Technology & Sustainability Zone.
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20th January 2017
Success for Rilmac Scaffolding at Prestigious Services Support Project
Rilmac are proud to be working alongside other contractors on the important DNRC project at Stanford-on-Sour near Loughborough in what is one of Rilmac’s largest ever scaffolding contracts.
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20th January 2017
BUSINESSES TO SCALE UP FOR SUCCESS IN 2017
Following a successful launch in spring 2016, the business support programme "Scale Up" is expanding to help more companies across the Midlands.
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20th January 2017
SOLD - Stand F14 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Next Steps HR & Coaching
Provides HR support including employment law advice, bespoke training solutions and mediation services. We also provide Life and Executive Coaching
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20th January 2017
NEW YEAR NEW YOU AS CARTWRIGHT SECURES GLOBAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING BRAND
MIDLANDS-based PR agency, Cartwright Communications has secured its latest consumer account win with global health and wellbeing brand giants Jeunesse.
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20th January 2017
Eden Expands Team with New Hire and Promotion
Eden Public Relations has been working with local, regional and national organisations since its foundation in Nottingham in 2000, meeting objectives to communicate, build reputation and influence clients’ target audiences through creative communications
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20th January 2017
PwC Annual Business Leaders Survey - Davos
At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We're a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 208,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, advisory and tax services. Find out more and tell
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20th January 2017
SOLD - Stand D3 at Love Business 2017 Booked By 3D Scan Solutions Ltd
We provide accurate, innovative and competitive survey and measurement solutions through the very latest 3D laser scanning technology.
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19th January 2017
Derby based CWC Group, through its subsidiary Sackville Developments Ltd., has sold a high quality property.
Derby based CWC Group, through its subsidiary Sackville Developments Ltd., has sold a high quality property on its flagship Tournament Fields Business Park at J15 of the M40 Motorway in a multi-million pound deal, to a Private pension fund.
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19th January 2017
East Midlands interior fit-out and display specialist raises £50,000 at charity event to celebrate firm’s first 50 years
An East Midlands interior fit-out and display firm raised a “fitting” £50,000 for two invaluable charities at a glittering event to celebrate its first 50 years with guest appearance by comedian Sir Lenny Henry.
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19th January 2017
ST JAMES’S PLACE MOVES INTO EMBANKMENT HOUSE
WEALTH management firm St James’s Place is set to relocate to new premises in Nottingham following a deal overseen by commercial property agencies Innes England and FHP.
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19th January 2017
College Students Gain Practical Scaffolding Experience
Rilmac Scaffolding were very pleased to help Lincoln College students gain practical scaffolding experience.
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19th January 2017
Andrew Wins National NFU Award
NFU’s group secretary in Newark, Andrew Smith, has been awarded the NFU’s top membership accolade, recognising his hard work on behalf of his branch to recruit and retain NFU members over the past year.
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18th January 2017
SOLD - Stand E32 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Osbornes Tax & Advisory Limited
We are a growing accountancy firm based in the farming village of Melton Mowbray, we provide a wide variety of services that include; accounts preparation and tax planning including links to Qubic and Premiere. Our team is very well balanced with a high l
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18th January 2017
SOLD - Stand A53 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Major Oak Software Limited
Major Oak Software Limited are looking forward to exhibiting at the Love Business Expo on Stand A53 in the Innovation, Technology and Sustainability Zone on the 16th February 2017 at Donington Park.
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18th January 2017
SOLD - Stand F22 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Yorkshire Bank
At Yorkshire Bank – we care about here. We believe that our intimate local knowledge, and strong banking experience, contributes to the prosperity and future growth of the communities we’re part of. For over 150 years we have been serving and supporting o
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18th January 2017
The secret to the UK’s perfect winter’s day at home
As nation braces itself for a seasonal cold snap1, HomeServe discovers what makes the nation’s perfect winter’s day
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18th January 2017
USB2U – Pixika’s exclusive supplier in the UK
Announced today is a new partnership between Northampton based branded technology products specialist USB2U and international technology company Pixika. From the beginning of 2017, USB2U will be the exclusive supplier of all PXK design promotional technol
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18th January 2017
Head of Not-For-Profit Team at PKF Cooper Parry Appointed Academy Ambassador
Simon Atkins, head of the Not for Profit team at Midlands-based PKF Cooper Parry, has been recognised for his work as chair of the Community Academies Trust by being appointed an ‘Academy Ambassador’.
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18th January 2017
Sundial Group Scoops 8 Nominations at Industry Awards
Sundial Group is thrilled to have been shortlisted for eight awards at the prestigious 2017 Meetings and Incentive Travel (M&IT) Industry Awards, receiving more nominations than anyone else this year.
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18th January 2017
Trio to put Notts-manufactured SockMine socks to the test in a “six marathons in six days” charity challenge
An amateur runner from Nottinghamshire will be relying on the socks he manufactures for a living to protect his feet from blisters as he attempts a gruelling ‘six marathons in six days’ challenge for charity.
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18th January 2017
SOLD - Stand D1 at Love Business 2017 Booked By 3B Training
3B Training is a multi-accredited health and safety training provider delivering courses across the UK. We offer a range of courses including health and safety, first aid, NVQs and CITB courses such as SMSTS, SSSTS and Health and Safety Awareness.
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17th January 2017
Croots Farm Shop & Café a finalist in Family Business United Awards 2017
Derbyshire farm shop Croots has been named a finalist for the Midlands Family Business of the Year Award 2017.
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17th January 2017
Futures to build 90 new homes as part of £26m investment
An East Midlands-based housing provider is to build 90 new homes after accessing funding from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA).
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17th January 2017
HomeServe launches new Gas Development Academy after plumbers pipe up
Nottingham-based HomeServe launches new Gas Development Academy for its plumbing and drainage engineers
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17th January 2017
Frozen food distributor Central Foods shortlisted in Family Business United Awards
Frozen food distributor Central Foods has been named a finalist for the Midlands Family Business of the Year Award 2017.
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17th January 2017
Goosedale Gets Planning Go-Ahead for Holiday Lodges
PLANNING permission has been granted for a £1.5 million project to build nine luxury holiday lodges at leading Notts events venue Goosedale, creating around 30 jobs.
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17th January 2017
SOLD - Stand C5 at Love Business 2017 Booked By NFE Group Ltd
The NFE Group has booked Stand C5 at the 2017 Love Business event at Donington Park Exhibition Centre and they will not have very far to travel as they have their headquarters and brand new Training Centre at Donington Park, within the Formula E Paddock.
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16th January 2017
Derwent Living joins the Places for People Group
MIDLANDS-BASED housing association Derwent Living has joined the Places for People Group as a subsidiary organisation. The move will see the Group become one of the UK’s largest property management organisations with a portfolio of more than 182,000 homes
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16th January 2017
New Consultant for Eden Boosts Specialist Support
Emily Winsor has joined Nottingham-based PR consultancy Eden Public Relations as Consultant with special responsibilities for the firm’s business to business portfolio and will support clients in the property, legal and education sectors.
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16th January 2017
Keen Homebuyers in Leicestershire Given Sneak Peek of Show Home at the Spinney in Burbage
Homebuyers in Leicestershire are being offered a sneak peek of the brand new show home at The Spinney, an upcoming Burbage development by David Wilson Homes, before it opens to the general public on Saturday 21st January.
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16th January 2017
SOLD - Stand E19 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Your IT Department
Your IT Department will be exhibiting for the first time at the Love Business Expo in 2017. You can find us on stand E19 in the Small Business Zone where we’ll be happy to talk to you about how we can support all of your technology.
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16th January 2017
Eden Tyres & Servicing open brand new retail site in Ashby de la Zouch
Eden Tyres & Servicing are delighted to announce the opening of their 13th branch in Ashby de la Zouch, Leicester. The branch will offer a wide range of vehicle services including Tyres, Hunter Wheel Alignment, MOT's & Castrol Servicing. The branch will
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13th January 2017
Rilmac Group of Companies Look to a Greener Future
Despite working in some challenging and heavily industrial fields, the Rilmac group as a whole, are making inroads in improving their internal practices while working in the most environmentally way possible in its various commercial projects.
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13th January 2017
68 New Jobs Created At Pkf Cooper Parry
Just weeks after announcing its strongest ever financial year, Midlands-based PKF Cooper Parry has made 68 new appointments across its East and West Midlands offices, taking the total number of new jobs created over the past 12 months into three figures.
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13th January 2017
ACM Limited Transition to ISO 9001:2015
ACM is delighted to announce that we have been approved by UKAS to offer certification to the revised Standard ISO 9001:2015
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13th January 2017
Radleigh Launches Stunning ‘Woodlands Green’ Phase Of Rural Properties At Its Popular Langley Country Park Development
Leading Midlands housebuilder Radleigh Homes has launched phase three of its Langley Country Park development, which features two of its most popular house types.
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13th January 2017
HomeServe named UK’s ‘best home emergency cover provider’ for third year running
Leading home assistance provider HomeServe has been named the UK’s best home emergency cover provider for the third year running – and been honoured with a rare “Triple Gold” award – by independent personal finance website Moneynet.
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13th January 2017
Pkf Cooper Parry Hosts Recruitment Open House In Search Of Dynamic New Talent
Award-winning PKF Cooper Parry is opening the doors to its ‘google-esque’ offices at East Midlands Airport later this month for a special Recruitment Open House event - and is inviting dynamic and driven individuals to come and find out more about its uni
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13th January 2017
SOLD - Stand A34 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Air-IT
Air-IT is an award winning IT and Communications specialist, ranked No.1 in the East Midlands. You can find us at Love Business on stand A34 in the Innovation, Technology and Sustainability Zone on Thursday 16th February.
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12th January 2017
‘Be A Leader, Not A Manager’: Notts Employee Shares Her Experience Of Learning To Lead
The success of any business depends heavily on the effectiveness of its management team. Good managers must have a range of qualities, including good communication skills, interpersonal relations and decision-making ability. But, more importantly, good ma
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12th January 2017
Willmott Dixon Helps To Build Career In Leicestershire
CONTRACTOR Willmott Dixon, has praised the efforts of Leicestershire trainee, James Sim, who has successfully secured employment with the company following his participation in volunteering programme, The WIRE Project.
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12th January 2017
J Tomlinson appoints new head of safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ)
Construction services company J Tomlinson has appointed Richard Ball as the head of the company’s growing safety, health, environment and quality team.
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12th January 2017
Housebuiilder Sets Out Plans For 2017
One of the region’s leading housebuilders has set out its plans for 2017, with more homes planned across many developments.
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12th January 2017
Cherry on the cake for specialist baker Butt Foods on winning award
A quarter of a century of supplying a leading food wholesaler with bread has been topped for specialist baker Butt Foods after the company was awarded the title of Desserts and Bakery Supplier of the Year at the Brakes Supplier Conference.
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11th January 2017
Housing association donates 160 winter coats to homeless charities
HOMELESS charities in Derbyshire were handed 160 winter coats by a top East Midlands housing provider just before Christmas.
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11th January 2017
ALMOST HALF A MILLION POUNDS TO BE INVESTED INTO BARROW UPON SOAR
Nearly half a million pounds is set to be invested into the Leicestershire village of Barrow upon Soar thanks to a brand new development by David Wilson Homes.
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11th January 2017
High Speed Two (HS2) Announcement of Preferred Route
High Speed Two (HS2) is the planned new high speed rail network, connecting London with the West Midlands and running lines to Manchester and Leeds.
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11th January 2017
Frozen food distributor Central Foods gains key industry accreditation
Frozen food distributor Central Foods has been awarded the BRC Standard for Agents and Brokers.
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11th January 2017
Innes England Selects Top 25 East Mids Buildings
COMMERCIAL property agency Innes England has selected its top 25 memorable buildings across the East Midlands to mark the close of its 25th anniversary celebrations.
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10th January 2017
Galloping into 2017
NOTTINGHAM has scooped three international awards – for the way it actively attracts overseas investment and its methods for creating hundreds of new jobs in the city.
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10th January 2017
Nottingham Scoops Top Slots In International Line-Up
NOTTINGHAM has scooped three international awards – for the way it actively attracts overseas investment and its methods for creating hundreds of new jobs in the city.
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10th January 2017
“Nottingham Tops Affordable Housing List" Claims Nottingham Agent
“Nottingham is one of the most affordable markets in the UK.” That’s the verdict of a leading estate agent which is celebrating one year since the inception of its sales team.
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10th January 2017
Businesses start New Year in solid health, but inflationary pressures a concern
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) today (Thursday) publishes its Quarterly Economic Survey – the UK’s largest and most authoritative private sector business survey. Based on 7,250 responses from companies in Q4 2016, the results show the uptick in Q3
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9th January 2017
Northampton Swimming Club’s Winter Festival Receives Sponsorship from Five Star Housebuilder
Northampton Swimming Club, home to 2016 Paralympian gold medallist Ellie Robinson, has received a sponsorship deal from five star housebuilder Barratt Homes for its Winter Festival this year.
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9th January 2017
Notts Shopping Centres Offers Gift Of Giving For Local Charities
GENEROUS shoppers and businesses visiting intu Victoria Centre and intu Broadmarsh this month have been generously donating toys and gifts to intu’s ‘giving boxes’.
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9th January 2017
Bumper Donation For Bike Ride Challenge
A Peterborough man who is riding his late father’s 70-year-old bike 54 miles has been given a £500 boost.
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9th January 2017
Academics to focus on Futures for research project
Futures Housing Group has been chosen by prestigious King's College London as a focus of new academic research into the impact of a pioneering approach to procurement.
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9th January 2017
Another Successful Rilmac Asbestos Training Day
Thursday 22nd December saw another successful Rilmac asbestos training day. The event is designed to refresh all operatives on the latest procedures and legislation regarding their part in the removal of asbestos. It is also a great opportunity for team
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9th January 2017
SOLD - Stand E35 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Hyphen
Hyphen are excited to be exhibiting for the first time at the Love Business Expo 2017. You can find us on stand E35 in the Small Business Zone, where we will be displaying our own dynamic branding, to demonstrate what we can do for you.
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6th January 2017
Rilmac Looking Forward to a Diamond Year
From three men and a van, Rilmac has come a long way over the last 60 years, thanks to its reputation as a market leader of asbestos removal services, fabrication, insulation, and scaffolding services.
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6th January 2017
More Than 95% Of People Living In Leicestershire Think It’s Important Their Home Is Energy Efficient
More than 95% of residents in Leicestershire believe it’s important that their home is energy efficient.
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6th January 2017
Award Win Caps Phenomenal Year For On Event Production Co
Winning the Production Award at The Event Awards 2016 has capped a phenomenal 12 months for leading Midlands live events company On Event Production Co.
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6th January 2017
New college development to double flow of motorsport mechanic students
The National College for Motorsport has officially opened its highly impressive new 7,000 sq ft premises at Silverstone Park at a cost of £1.5 million.
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6th January 2017
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Interval Ice Cream!
Leicestershire recruitment specialists Flowers Associates are offering complimentary ice creams for all at a special performance of Grease the Musical, sponsored by the company at Curve, this January.
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6th January 2017
Leicester’s EverythingBranded.co.uk announced as Love Business Expo Zone Sponsor for 2017, to support large growth plans.
The award winning Leicester based promotional goods company, ‘EverythingBranded.co.uk’ have announced that they will be proud sponsors of the Leisure, Hospitality and Retail Zone, at the Love Business Expo 2017, due to take place on 16th February at Donin
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5th January 2017
Leading Housebuilder Invests In the East Midlands
Leading housebuilder David Wilson Homes East Midlands, based in Bardon, Leicester, has built 732 homes in its operational area during the past year and contributed over £159.2m to the UK’s economic output.
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5th January 2017
Marysia’s Mission to Make Beeston Art and Culture Capital of UK
A 64-year-old female entrepreneur has started an art and culture driven venture set to put Beeston on the international map.
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5th January 2017
Nottingham Is Part Of The Midlands ‘Heartbeat’ At Mipim
THE BIGGEST ever private sector led Team Nottingham line-up has signed up to support the city and county at the world’s largest property event MIPIM 2017 – showing their commitment to attracting national and international developers and investment to the
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5th January 2017
PYGOTT & CRONE
Celebrating 25 years in business this year, Lincolnshire-based Pygott & Crone has seen a lot of changes across the property market. Tim Downing, a director at the agency, discusses how the Lincolnshire market, and similarly Pygott & Crone, has progressed
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4th January 2017
Miller Homes Responds To Large Demand In Littleover
House builder Miller Homes Midlands has announced that it is starting work earlier than planned on the second phase of Highfields in Derby.
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4th January 2017
Homes at Sought-After Loughborough Development the Chimes Now Available
David Wilson Homes’ Loughborough-based development The Chimes now has homes available for keen homebuyers to reserve.
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4th January 2017
Reabrook’s ‘PBCA’ technology lands major industry title
A leading manufacturer of chemical products is celebrating after its new technology for protecting the environment was recognised by a high-profile competition.
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4th January 2017
Chambers to deliver community support from a £1.25 million pot
The Chambers of Commerce is thrilled to have won finance to deliver a project which will help disadvantaged groups to grow and succeed.
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3rd January 2017
Nottingham Projects
Richard Sutton, director of local environmental consultancy Ivy House Environmental, is rounding up a successful 2016 which saw the company complete a trio of prominent local projects which tested their environmental and engineering skills to the full.
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3rd January 2017
Miller Homes Site Manager Scoops Top Safety Award
A Lichfield-based senior site manager for Miller Homes is celebrating after being awarded the top prize in the housebuilder’s annual Safety, Health and Environment (SH&E) Awards.
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3rd January 2017
Regeneration agency accredited again and praised for putting its customers first
ENTERPRISE agency Erewash Partnership is again top of the crop for the way it treats its customers, according to an organisation that monitors national standards for service.
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3rd January 2017
Derbyshire firm's innovative product helps vehicle users in London to see the light!
Completing a project at a prime site in a fashionable part of London has topped the highlights of the year for an Ilkeston firm which designs and makes aluminium building products.
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3rd January 2017
SOLD - Stand A54 at Love Business 2017 Booked By Hayles Leicester Limited
Hayles Leicester Limited will be exhibiting at the Love Business Expo on Stand A54 in the Innovation, Technology and Sustainability Zone on the 16th February 2017 at Donington Park.
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2nd January 2017
Children Spread Christmas Cheer With Concert for Derby Elderly
ELDERLY residents at Derwent Living’s Norbury Court in Allestree were given the gift of song this festive season, when children from Lawn Primary School performed a special Christmas concert.
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2nd January 2017
AEO status heralds simpler international deliveries for Spatial Global customers
Spatial Global Limited, the freight forwarding, mail, courier, e-commerce, fulfilment, logistics and warehousing specialist based at Castle Donington in the United Kingdom, announces that it has been awarded EU Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status by
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