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News from February 2018


28th February 2018

ENCORE DIGS DEEP TO RAISE £15K FOR HELP FOR HEROES

Staff at leading recruitment agency Encore Personnel have pulled out all the stops, raising almost £15,000 for its charity of the year, Help for Heroes.
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28th February 2018

Kudos Technology Ltd have recently been certified as an HP Premier Managed Print Specialist by the HP University

Kudos Technology Ltd are one of a very few dedicated HP Print and MPS partners in the UK market, and are based in the East Midlands, and have recently been certified as an HP Premier Managed Print Specialist by the HP University
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28th February 2018

FHP STUDENT LIVING HELPS AEGIS TRUST SAVE LIVES

Nottingham student lettings agent FHP Student Living has added a number of clothing banks to its student developments continuing a successful 7-year partnership with Newark-based charity, the Aegis Trust.
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28th February 2018

HEALTHCARE SCHEDULING SPECIALIST ANNOUNCES RECORD YEAR FOR BUSINESS

Burton upon Trent based software specialist BookWise Solutions has announced a record financial year for 2017, achieving 12 per cent business growth.
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28th February 2018

LEICESTERSHIRE HOUSEBUILDER ANNOUNCES CHARITY OF THE YEAR FOR 2018

Leicestershire-based housebuilder David Wilson Homes East Midlands has announced its charity of the year for 2018 as Alzheimer’s Society, which supports people living with dementia and their carers.
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28th February 2018

ROBOTS SET TO LEAD THE WAY FOR ‘FARMING IN THE FUTURE’

REVOLUTIONARY farming technology was the driving force and many innovative ideas were discussed, but the real talking point at the Lincolnshire Farming Conference was the need to invest in agri-robotics.
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28th February 2018

Long Service Awards Celebration for PerCurra’s Care Staff

PerCurra employees with between 5 and 10 years service have been presented with a Certificate of Appreciation, flowers and a gift voucher during an afternoon of celebrations at the company’s West Bridgford head office.
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28th February 2018

MANAGEMENT CHANGES AT RYLEY WEALTH MANAGEMENT LTD

Following another year of successful growth, Ryley Wealth Management Ltd has added to, and restructured its Management Team.
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28th February 2018

PANDROL WINS INDUSTRY AWARD!

Worksop-based rail fastening manufacturer PANDROL has won the Technical Innovation category in the national Rail Business Awards at a glittering event held at London’s Hilton hotel on Park Lane last week.
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28th February 2018

PPL AND PRS FOR MUSIC JOINT VENTURE OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES

Licensing of music played in public now administered by new Leicester-based joint venture, PPL PRS Ltd
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28th February 2018

Hallam Internet and Framework Announce New Corporate Partnership

Nottingham based digital marketing agency Hallam Internet has partnered up with local not-for-profit Framework and will offer pro-bono services worth £15,000 to help the charity use new digital techniques in its mission to combat homelessness in the East
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28th February 2018

Cancer charity organises a networking & fundraising event with a difference

Leicestershire cancer charity Hope Against Cancer is calling for outdoor activity enthusiasts to pledge their support in an action-packed networking and fundraising event this coming summer.
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28th February 2018

Bright times ahead for Leicestershire’s Parify with award nomination

Lighting specialist Parify has made the finals for Service Supplier of the Year at the upcoming UK Jewellery Awards. This year’s event will be the first held at The Artillery Garden in London, bringing together some of the most famous names in jeweller
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28th February 2018

MAYOR OF DERBY AND LOCAL BUSINESS LEADERS SET TO BE LOCKED-UP - ALL IN THE NAME OF CHARITY

Derby's First Citizen, together with eleven of the city's business leaders, are set to face a day behind bars in April – all in the aid of the Mayor's five chosen charities: Safe and Sound; Children First; Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre; The British
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28th February 2018

AIR AMBULANCE PARTNERS WITH THE NATIONAL FOREST TO CREATE MEMORIAL WOODLAND

The Air Ambulance service, which covers Warwickshire and Northamptonshire and Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland, have recently announced they are partnering with The National Forest to create an ‘Air Ambulance Memorial Woodland’.
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27th February 2018

Annual quest launched to find the cream of the region’s commerce

A quest to find the crème de la crème of the region’s commerce has been launched.
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27th February 2018

Digital Growth Conference 18: explore the future

Delivered in partnership with Superfast Leicestershire, this action-packed fully-funded Conference will help businesses across Leicester and Leicestershire make the most of the very latest digital technologies. Book your free place today!
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26th February 2018

Thank you to everyone who attended the Love Business Expo 2018!

7 years and growing stronger!
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26th February 2018

“BUNDY”.. NEW BLOOD BIKE HITS THE ROAD

Shropshire.Staffordshire.Cheshire Blood Bikes (SSBB) latest brand-new motorbike is now all set to help the local community, thanks to the amazing fundraising efforts of staff at local firm Russell Roof Tiles.
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26th February 2018

SPECIALIST CONTENTIOUS PROBATE SOLICITOR JOINS NELSONS

CONTENTIOUS probate expert Lewis Hastie has joined the Nottingham office of Nelsons Solicitors as an associate.
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26th February 2018

Alun Pomfrett to head up food offering at Burleigh Court and Holywell Park

Alun Pomfrett, former duty manager at The Link Hotel has been promoted to head of food and beverage at Burleigh Court and Holywell Park. The move will see him playing a key role in the management and client offering at Imago Venues’ two flagship properti
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26th February 2018

70 YEARS OF APPRENTICESHIPS FROM KH HAIR

Salon group highlights benefits of training 'on the job' ahead of National Apprenticeship Week 2018
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26th February 2018

Air-IT Double Joy as Finalists in Global Service Desk Awards

East Midlands based managed service provider, Air-IT have been named as finalists in the Best Small Enterprise Managed Service Provider Award and the Service Desk Manager of the Year Award in the IT Service & Support awards which are held annually by the
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22nd February 2018

NEWARK HOUSING PROVIDER LISTED NATIONALLY AS ‘ONE TO WATCH’ IN PRESTIGOUS BEST COMPANIES AWARDS

A BEST Companies accreditation has been awarded to Newark and Sherwood Homes, with the housing provider making its way onto the prestigious ‘Ones to Watch’ list.
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22nd February 2018

Encore Receives Seventh Gold Standard Accreditation

Leading national recruitment agency Encore Personnel has attained Audited status with the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC) for a seventh time.
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22nd February 2018

The Wilkins Group Reveal Expansion Plans

Award winning global packaging firm The Wilkins Group has revealed plans to almost double the size of its headquarters in Nottingham.
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22nd February 2018

ESTABLISHED NOTTS AGENCY ANNOUNCES EXPANSION

WEST Bridgford-based estate agent Royston & Lund has announced the opening of its second office, due to open in Keyworth next month.
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22nd February 2018

NEW EXPERT JOINS DERBY EMPLOYMENT LAW TEAM

GROWING East Midlands firm Nelsons Solicitors has added fresh talent to its employment law team with the appointment of a new expert.
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22nd February 2018

MILLER HOMES PLEDGES £274,500 TO DEVELOP LOCAL COMMUNITY

Miller Homes Midlands is investing over a quarter of a million pounds into the local community as part of its upcoming development in the market town of Melbourne, South Derbyshire.
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22nd February 2018

On makes trio of key appointments and repositions brand on back of business growth

Events production company On Event Production Co. has appointed three new members of staff into key positions as it looks to make further inroads into the ‘experiential’ events sector.
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22nd February 2018

Peveril Homes injects quality homes into the social housing market, as local MP Nigel Mills visits the housebuilder’s Smalley Manor development

Award winning East Midlands-based housebuilder Peveril Homes, recently welcomed Amber Valley MP Nigel Mills to its Smalley Manor development in Smalley, to take a tour of new social housing that forms part of an innovative national Rent to Buy scheme.
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21st February 2018

Duncan & Toplis wins Investor in Customers Gold Award

East Midlands accountants Duncan & Toplis has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award from Investor in Customers.
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21st February 2018

SALES CENTRES NOW OPEN FOR HOMEBUYERS AT TWO DERBYSHIRE DEVELOPMENTS

David Wilson Homes North Midlands has opened the doors to its sales centres at two Derbyshire developments, ensuring house hunters are spoilt for choice in their search for a new home.
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21st February 2018

Sentle launches EngageInn - customer engagement for pubs and bars.

Loughborough based customer engagement platform Sentle have launched a targeted product specifically aimed at the hospitality industry.
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21st February 2018

Shakespeare Martineau’s Energy Team ramps up Capacity and completes largest deal in Northern Hemisphere

Shakespeare Martineau LLP has recently expanded its team of specialist energy solicitors by welcoming into its Nottingham office Rachel Kent and Isaac Murdy.
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21st February 2018

Adare SEC celebrates becoming first communications member of the CSA

Recognition highlights innovative firm’s commitment to debt sector
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21st February 2018

His Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge Visits MIRA Technology Park

The Duke of Cambridge experiences cutting-edge automotive technology at MIRA Technology park
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21st February 2018

CORN EXCHANGE SHORTLISTED FOR AWARD

Award-winning Lincoln chartered surveyor Banks Long & Co is hoping for further success in a top regional competition.
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21st February 2018

NEW WOODLAND WEDDING SERVICE AT MORLEY HAYES PROVES A MASSIVE SUCCESS

A wedding service launched last Spring by popular Derbyshire hotel and wedding venue Morley Hayes has proved a huge success, helping couples from across the region turn their dreams of a romantic woodland wedding into a reality.
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21st February 2018

Europa Northampton Wins 100 New Accounts in a Year

The Northampton Road branch of leading logistics provider, Europa Worldwide Group, has doubled the size of its team in just two years as a result of record breaking growth.
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21st February 2018

Top Residential Property Solicitor Joins Leading Conveyancing Law Firm

BHW Solicitors has further boosted its conveyancing team with the appointment of a highly respected specialist residential property solicitor.
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21st February 2018

Chesterfield Based Association – Shortlisted for Safety & Health Excellence Awards

UK Asbestos Training Association Shortlisted for Campaign of The Year Award: In THE SAFETY & HEALTH EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2018
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21st February 2018

HANDS-ON FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY AT COUNTRYSIDE LINCS 2018

TICKETS are now on sale for Countryside Lincs, which returns to the Lincolnshire Showground on Sunday 8 April with a fun-filled and interactive day all about animals, food, farming and the countryside.
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21st February 2018

Sundial's Learning and Development Conference Returns for 2018

Sundial Group is proud to present the Learning & Development Thought Leaders’ Conference 2018.
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21st February 2018

Prestigious Industry Award for Nottingham Chartered Financial Planner.

Nick Onslow from Russell Ulyatt Financial Services Scoops High Achiever Award at Nottingham Chartered Insurance Institutes’ Gala Dinner
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21st February 2018

AEO status means faster customs clearance after Brexit

Nobody knows what Brexit will mean for the UK’s trading relationships, or the regulatory environment in Britain, but almost every business can expect to be impacted by Brexit one way or the other; positively or negatively.
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20th February 2018

Masters Allen are exhibiting at Love Business 2018 Expo - Stand T4

Masters Allen (MA) is a straight-talking, Brand, Marketing and Digital agency, that helps navigate businesses towards achieving their growth ambitions. With over 10 years’ experience in delivering effective traditional and digital creative comms, MA works
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20th February 2018

Deadline approaches for £80,000 of business rates relief funding

Time is running out for Charnwood companies to apply for financial support if they have experienced hardship caused by changes to business rates.
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20th February 2018

‘INNOVATIVE’ UNIVERSITY DESIGN UP FOR REGIONAL AWARD

BISHOP Grosseteste University (BGU) and LK2 - a unique company of chartered architects and sports & leisure business advisors - are pleased to announce that their recent renovation project has been shortlisted for this year’s RICS East Midlands awards.
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20th February 2018

New format for the 2018 Chesterfield Retail Awards

Chesterfield’s popular Retail Awards have stepped up a gear in 2018.
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20th February 2018

STAR TRUST CHARITY ANNOUNCES LIZ CARTWRIGHT AS NEW BOARD MEMBER

PR and digital agency owner Liz Cartwright has been announced as new board member to the charity Star Trust.
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20th February 2018

LOUGHBOROUGH GRAMMAR SCHOOL SCOOPS MARKETING CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR

An innovative marketing campaign, which involved following a pupil on their seven-year journey at Loughborough Grammar School, has been recognised at the prestigious TES Independent School Awards 2018.
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20th February 2018

Derbyshire NHS Trust appoint Reserves Champion

A Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner who works for a NHS Trust in Derbyshire has been appointed Reserves Champion in her place of work thanks to her part-time military career.
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20th February 2018

Focus Consultants completes project management role at historic site

Focus Consultants has played a key role in project managing a £4.7 million scheme to redevelop an historic site based around a Grade I listed manor house and 16th Century great barn.
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19th February 2018

Leicestershire County Council, Highways & Transportation delegates top of NEBOSH class!

100% Pass for the in-house delivery of NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health and Safety – with five distinctions, five credits & two passes.
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19th February 2018

How can you possibly plan for Brexit?

Different organisations and business sectors face different challenges and you will have your own set of threats and opportunities presented by Brexit.
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16th February 2018

Adtrak Delivers Digital Masterclass with Internet Giant Google

Leading digital marketing agency in the East Midlands, Adtrak joined forces with Google to host and deliver a compelling Digital Marketing Masterclass in London, which underpinned how changing user habits and expectations are shaping the future success fo
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16th February 2018

WEDDING BOOKINGS UP 50% AT NEWLY RENOVATED COCKLIFFE COUNTRY HOUSE

Cockliffe Country House Hotel, owned by Heritage Estates, is reaping the benefits of its recent refurbishment as it announces a boom in wedding bookings.
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16th February 2018

ClearMotion designates UK Proving Ground as its Central Vehicle Dynamics Hub

MIRA Technology Park adds to its growing list of international tenants
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16th February 2018

Harrier UK and 1st Choice Safety Training join forces to deliver affordable courses to small businesses

With ‘putting people first’ being the core value of health and safety company Harrier UK, they’re teaming up with 1st Choice Safety Training to deliver a series of first aid and safety training courses to small businesses across the East Midland’s.
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16th February 2018

It’s onwards and upwards for The Dairy’s Tom Walters after being promoted to the role of Account Manager!

West Bridgford-based creative agency The Dairy, has continued to make positive strides in 2018 after promoting Account Executive Tom Walters, to the position of Account Manager.
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16th February 2018

Visual Packaging (Plastics) Ltd deal is signed, sealed and delivered

Expert business growth consultant, Tower Growth Management LLP (TGM), has announced the acquisition of Nottingham-based Visual Packaging (Plastics) Ltd (VP).
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16th February 2018

LINCOLNSHIRE CHILDREN’S CHARITY RECEIVES £19K FROM BRANSTON

CHILDREN attending out-of-school activities organised by the Lincolnshire branch of national charity KIDS were presented with a cheque for more than £19,000 from potato supplier Branston on Thursday (15 February).
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16th February 2018

CT Skills Awarded Investors in People Silver Status

East Midlands based training provider, CT Skills has successfully been awarded with the prestigious Investors in People (IiP) silver status.
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16th February 2018

LINECROSS LEADS THE WAY IN INNOVATION AND DEVELOPMENT

2017 was one of the most significant years in the history of the Rutland headquartered Linecross Group, with its 50th anniversary celebrations and a whole host of high profile contracts.
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16th February 2018

JOHN PYE BRINGS RAFT OF NOTTINGHAMSHIRE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO MARKET

Nottingham-based online auction experts, John Pye Property, brought nearly 400 properties to market nationally last year and is currently enjoying a busy start to 2018.
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16th February 2018

CHANGES TO THE MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP TEAM AT ARMSONS

Derby-based cost consultants, project managers and building surveyors Armsons has made some key changes to its management and leadership team in what is proving to be one of the busiest years in its 45 year history.
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16th February 2018

ROBOT TAKEOVER: FUTURE OF FARMING TO BE DISCUSSED AT LINCS FARMING CONFERENCE

ROBOTICS in agriculture will be a key talking point at this year’s Lincolnshire Farming Conference, to be held on Tuesday February 27 at the Lincolnshire Showground.
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16th February 2018

Call to digital firms not to miss new business opportunities

Companies involved in supplying digital products and services are being urged not to miss opportunities to attract new business.
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16th February 2018

What's your Brexit Risk Factor?

Different organisations and business sectors face different challenges and you will have your own set of threats and opportunities presented by Brexit.
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16th February 2018

Tex Plastics win six figure account at Love Business Expo

Lee explains how the account was won after meeting the Managing Director of another East Midlands based company who needed plastic components manufacturing in the UK.
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16th February 2018

Innovation in NEBOSH health & safety training

The NEBOSH General Certificate is renowned as being one of the most difficult qualifications to achieve as a health and safety practitioner, so how does a small business in Nottingham lead the way in this highly competitive sector?
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15th February 2018

Hinckley & Rugby’s double digit year of growth

Hinckley & Rugby Building Society achieved double digit growth in both its mortgage lending and its savings balances in 2017.
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15th February 2018

Apprenticeships Work for UKATA on the run up to #NAW2018

Asbestos Association celebrates the success of National Apprenticeship Week
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15th February 2018

STURGESS MOTOR GROUP AWARDED FEEFO GOLD TRUSTED SERVICE AWARD 2018

February 2018, Sturgess Motor Group has won the Feefo Gold Service award, an independent seal of excellence that recognises businesses for delivering exceptional experiences, as rated by real customers.
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15th February 2018

HALF TERM SPACE SCHOOL READY TO ‘TAKE OFF’ IN NOTTINGHAM

FAMILIES can look forward to a half term of ‘out of this world’ fun at intu Victoria Centre next week (19 – 23 Feb), as intu hosts a range of free intergalactic activities for local children.
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15th February 2018

Trio of growth hubs unite to offer free advice at business expo

Three Growth Hubs from across the Midlands are set to join forces at this year’s Love Business EXPO 2018 to offer free advice and support to businesses.
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15th February 2018

Getting to the Love Business Expo 2018!

Thursday 22nd February - 9.30am - 3.00pm. We have a new venue this year, see details and directions here.
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15th February 2018

Nottingham success bakerdays.com -how to start a successful online business

Many have dreams to capture the business potential of the internet but Midlands-based business owner, Andrea Guzyova, has done it. From a standing start in 2011, bakerdays now employs over 20 people and has a turnover of £1.5 million.
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15th February 2018

Portakabin achieves BIM Level 2 certification

The UK’s leading modular building provider, Portakabin, has been officially recognised by BSI (British Standards Institution)
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14th February 2018

MEPC development "strengthening international brand of Silverstone"

MEPC’s development of Silverstone Park has further enhanced the image of the neighbouring Silverstone Grand Prix circuit and, in doing so, helped to support motorsport in the UK, believes Motorsport Industry Association CEO Chris Aylett.
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14th February 2018

IPS Estates Announces New Partnership with SDL Auctions

Property expert IPS Estates has announced it has partnered with Midlands auction specialist SDL Auctions.
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14th February 2018

McCann strengthens its design team with the appointment of Principal Design Engineer, Yvonne Atkinson

Nottingham-based Civil and Electrical Engineering firm McCann has strengthened its in-house design team with the appointment of experienced lighting design specialist, Yvonne Atkinson.
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14th February 2018

MBO OF 185 YEAR OLD ANIMAL AND EQUESTRIAN BUSINESS

One of the UK’s most established and leading providers of animal health, equestrian and pet care brands has been sold in a management buy-out for an undisclosed sum in a deal advised by Martin Walsh of East Midlands law firm, Sills & Betteridge.
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14th February 2018

ROYTHORNES SET TO MAKE A SPLASH AT GLOBAL PROPERTY EVENT

LEADING law firm Roythornes Solicitors is gearing up for MIPIM as it prepares to make the most out of the world’s biggest property event.
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14th February 2018

Pendragon Vehicle Management Nominated for National Award

Pendragon Vehicle Management (PVM) is delighted to announce it has been shortlisted for an award at a prestigious event within its field.
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14th February 2018

Wildgoose Construction has been chosen as the principal contractor to build a new community fire station in South Derbyshire.

The Derbyshire firm was awarded the £2.9m contract for the new Swadlincote Fire Station, which will also accommodate East Midlands Ambulance Service, following a competitive tender process.
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14th February 2018

Back by popular demand… weddings are returning to The Derby Conference Centre!

Back in 2015, The Derby Conference Centre announced that it was no longer providing wedding services.
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14th February 2018

Local Event, Game Changers Live - back for it's second year and Attracting Support from Across the Pond.

After the success of last year, Game Changers Live is coming back to Nottingham for 2018.
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14th February 2018

SDL GROUP PROPERTY CONFERENCE SET TO GENERATE OVER £100,000 FOR CHILDREN’S CHARITY

Nottingham-based property specialist SDL Group has revealed over £100,000 will be generated throughout 2018 for its chosen charity, The Donna Louise, which was kick-started at its annual conference last month.
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14th February 2018

MIDLAND FIXINGS PUTS ITS MONEY WHERE ITS MOUTH IS WITH MAN VS FOOD CHALLENGE

MIDLAND FIXINGS, the building services and construction products supplier, has kicked off its 2018 corporate social responsibility (CSR) campaign with an exciting Man Vs food challenge.
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13th February 2018

Firm invests in leadership skills for accountants

Midlands based accountants and business advisory firm, Dains, is investing in an 18-month programme to develop their next generation of leaders. The programme will be delivered by specialist consultancy, theGrogroup, which is based in Nottingham.
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13th February 2018

BROCKINGTON COLLEGE CONSTRUCTION STUDENTS GAIN HANDS ON EXPERIENCE AND ‘HAVE A GO’ WITH DAVID WILSON HOMES

Construction students from Brockington College were given the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with five star housebuilder David Wilson Homes thanks to a special event at its Leicester development, New Lubbesthorpe.
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13th February 2018

Derbyshire-based comms team up for national award

A Derbyshire landlord’s communications team will go head-to-head with PR giants after being shortlisted for two national awards.
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13th February 2018

Team from On hoping to ‘Sleep Easy’ as they brave the elements during charity challenge

A team of directors and staff from On Event Production Co are set to brave the elements while sleeping rough for one night in March to raise money and awareness for a charity which helps the homeless.
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13th February 2018

ETG provides healthy solution for Riverside’s ‘shawpak’ technology launch

One of the UK’s leading healthcare packaging specialists is targeting up to 40 new jobs and a £2m sales drive after globally launching its latest technology.
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13th February 2018

Compliance in 2018

Good news to help compliance with employment law this year
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13th February 2018

HOW A NOTTINGHAM SCHOOL WILL SAVE £28K A YEAR – BY CHANGING ITS LIGHTBULBS

HOW A NOTTINGHAM SCHOOL WILL SAVE £28K A YEAR – BY CHANGING ITS LIGHTBULBS
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13th February 2018

EAST MIDS ARTISTS ENCOURAGED TO ‘AMPLIFY’ THEIR CAREERS

TALENTED upcoming professional artists are encouraged to apply to a new artist development programme run by Nottingham Playhouse.
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13th February 2018

Don’t be caught out on VAT from Valentine’s Day, warns Newby Castleman

Companies which rely on older software to manage their finances are being reminded by local accountants Newby Castleman that changes to HMRC’s systems due on February 14th may delay them filing their VAT returns.
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13th February 2018

FORMER BOMB DISPOSAL EXPERT JOINS METAL RAILINGS MANUFACTURER

The latest new recruit at metal railings and gates manufacturer Alpha Rail will be utilising the skills learned during his military career bring a new perspective to his new role as a site operative
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13th February 2018

Housebuilder Peveril Homes is a real page turner, after funding new books at Packington Primary School

East Midlands-based housebuilder Peveril Homes has kindly donated over £500 to Packington Church of England Primary School to help with the purchase of a set of new books.
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13th February 2018

Chamber sponsors five events at Love Business

Five events at this year’s Love Business Expo are being hosted by East Midlands Chamber
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12th February 2018

LEICESTER’S ECONOMY BENEFITS FROM £256 MILL OF INVESTMENT INTO PROPERTY

THE city’s annual in-depth commercial property review published by Innes England has revealed an increase in prime retail rents and a greater supply of large industrial units coupled with a healthy £256 million of investment into the property sector last
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12th February 2018

East Midlands launch for new venture to transform businesses by smart working

A human resources professional has taken the old saying of 'Don't work harder, work smarter' to the next level, in a new venture to transform how organisations work.
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12th February 2018

“VICTIMS OF CLINICAL NEGLIGENCE SHOULD NOT BE BLAMED FOR THE CHALLENGES FACING THE NHS”: PERSONAL INJURY LAWYER ADDRESSES PROPOSED CLINICAL NEGLIGENCE REFORMS

CALLS from health leaders last week (2 February) in a letter to Justice Secretary David Gauke urged for reform to payments for negligence claims against the NHS. Rob Dempsey, personal injury lawyer at law firm Roythornes Solicitors, discusses the proposed
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12th February 2018

Gong Hey Fat Choy! Here come the Dragons!

To celebrate Chinese New Year, Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People has joined with Gable Events to launch the 10th Nottingham Riverside Festival Dragon Boat Challenge!
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12th February 2018

DBS Managed Offices – two new members of staff & an exciting promotion!

In 2018 DBS Managed Offices have promoted Business Centre Co-ordinator, Laura Fitzpatrick, to Assistant Centre Manager!
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12th February 2018

Watch out for new software rules when preparing digital VAT returns

Businesses preparing to supply their VAT information digitally have been advised to ensure that their software complies with new HMRC rules.
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12th February 2018

Charity on track to raise £500,000 for cancer research

A children’s charity set up in memory of a five-year-old Wellingborough girl who lost her battle to cancer is on target to raise £500,000 for research into the disease since its launch.
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12th February 2018

Leicester based BS Handling Systems appoints new project engineer

BS Handling Systems has made a strong start to 2018 with the appointment of Andrew Smith as project engineer. Smith joins BS Handling Systems as the company continues to build upon recent success and expansion. His main responsibilities will include mater
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12th February 2018

Eden PR Recruits New National Account

Nottingham-based PR agency Eden Public Relations is thrilled to announce its appointment by leading, national recruitment agency Encore Personnel.
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12th February 2018

Winners of FSB Triumph over Adversity Award

All Moves UK Ltd are the proud winners of the FSB Triumph over Adversity Award. Presented to them last week at the Hilton Hotel in Nottingham
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9th February 2018

FOUR TOP TIPS FOR BUILDING MENTAL RESILIENCE IN THE WORKPLACE

FORMER professional basketball player, author and international speaker John Dabrowski will be offering Derby professionals insight into mental resilience in the workplace at Astute Recruitment’s breakfast business event next month (15 February).
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9th February 2018

MILLER HOMES APPOINTS NEW OPERATIONS DIRECTOR FOR THE EAST MIDLANDS

Miller Homes has announced the appointment of a new operations director for the East Midlands region following a record year for the firm.
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9th February 2018

Nottingham Broker Highlights Important Changes to Terrorism Insurance

2017 saw the terror threat in the UK and across Europe reach an all-time high, with the official rating reaching ‘critical’ status twice in the space of just a few months in Britain – something which is increasingly affecting the productivity and stabilit
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9th February 2018

“Women shouldn’t be put off pursuing their dream job”

Forensic Psychologist Dr Ruth Tully on How She Built Her Business From Nothing
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9th February 2018

PCPM scoops prestigious FSB award

Commercial refrigeration and air conditioning specialist PCPM is celebrating after being named the East Midlands’ ‘scale-up business of the year’ by the Federation of Small Businesses.
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9th February 2018

Annual Celebrate Chesterfield event to announce future plans for town

The latest developments for Chesterfield’s £320million Waterside scheme will be unveiled at the annual Celebrate Chesterfield event on Thursday 22 March 2018.
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9th February 2018

Andover town residents enjoy temporary swimming pool

The residents of Andover will use the temporary indoor swimming pool while the town’s Leisure Centre is rebuilt.
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9th February 2018

Canterbury College expands construction courses with the addition of a temporary building

The bespoke temporary building solution enabled the colleges’ Sheppey Campus to extending the Building & Construction courses on offer.
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9th February 2018

Business continuity planning and disaster recovery

What are the top issues you need to consider when developing a business continuity and disaster recovery plan? Why do so many organisations include temporary buildings within their planning scope?
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9th February 2018

Brexit countdown stimulates investments in semi-permanent buildings

With many businesses working on contingency plans for the possible outcomes and impacts of Brexit in March 2019, temporary buildings provide a great option.
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9th February 2018

ENCORE TOASTS ITS EAST MIDLAND’S HIGH FLYERS AT ANNUAL AWARDS

Following a year of remarkable growth, leading East Midlands recruitment agency Encore Personnel recognised and celebrated the fantastic success of its high-achieving employees, at its prestigious annual staff awards held in Birmingham.
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8th February 2018

Katie Price and Shayne Ward added to Northampton all-star football match line-up

TV personality Katie Price and Coronation Street star Shayne Ward have been named as team managers of a charitable all-star football match in Northampton.
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8th February 2018

DERBY’S INDUSTRIAL MARKET DOMINATED 2017 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY SCENE

THE city’s annual in-depth commercial property review published by Innes England has revealed that the industrial market dominated with prime rents in that sector growing by 26% in five years.
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8th February 2018

ROYTHORNES BOLSTERS SENIOR TEAM WITH EXPERIENCED BD APPOINTMENT

ROYTHORNES Solicitors has appointed a new business development director to support the firm’s long-term strategy for growth.
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8th February 2018

GREAT MOVE BY EDUCATION SPECIALIST

Rising demand for its services has led an “alternative school” to invest in spacious premises in the south of Lincoln.
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7th February 2018

EAST MIDLANDS HOTEL WINS HOTEL OF THE YEAR AT NATIONAL AWARDS CEREMONY

Best Western Premier Yew Lodge Hotel & Conference Centre has won Hotel of the Year (Large Hotel), sponsored by Fidelity at this year's Best Western Awards, which took place this week in Brighton.
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7th February 2018

20% of Profits From Allan+Bertram’s Team GB Calendar Goes to Team GB Athletes in Support of Their Quest for Success

The PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games will take place between 9-25th February 2018, in PyeongChang, South Korea. The 23rd Olympic Winter Games will see 59 Team GB athletes compete in 11 of the 15 disciplines to bring back medals for Great Britain.
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7th February 2018

Pamper Days and Trips Down Memory Lane Mark Dignity Day at Care Homes

A group of care homes took part in a scheme aimed at recognising and celebrating the importance of dignity within the industry.
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7th February 2018

Alpha Rail Sales Administrator Celebrates 20th Anniversary

An employee of Huthwaite based metal railings and gates manufacturer, Alpha Rail is celebrating 20 years’ service with the company.
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7th February 2018

Ward unveils £1m investment to upgrade Chesterfield recycling site

Derbyshire-based waste management specialist, Ward, has invested close to £1 million in environmental improvements at its recycling facility in Chesterfield for employees and the local community. The new building was officially opened by Chesterfield MP T
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7th February 2018

STEELWORK GOES UP AS EVENTS BUILDING FOR NATIONAL MEMORIAL ARBORETUM TAKES SHAPE

The construction of a £5.6 million brand-new events building at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire has reached a milestone with the installation of the steelwork structure.
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7th February 2018

£5m new trentbarton buses for Derby and Nottingham

trentbarton is to spend £5m in 2018 on 30 new buses that will help reduce pollution in Derby and Nottingham – each of the new buses for the i4 and indigo services will emit less nitrogen dioxide than a new car.
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7th February 2018

Sweeping success: Charles Bentley & Son manufactures two million brooms in 12 months

Charles Bentley & Son has swept up the competition after doubling its manufacturing output in two years.
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7th February 2018

Focus Consultants awarded position on key national consultancy services framework

Focus Consultants has been awarded a position on a major national framework to supply consultancy services for property & building advice and management services.
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7th February 2018

RHCV MOTORS AHEAD WITH ABUNDANCE OF AWARDS

Following a remarkable year of growth, East Midlands Trucks Dealer, RH Commercial Vehicles (RHCV) is celebrating after winning an abundance of awards at the prestigious Renault Trucks Dealer Awards 2017.
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6th February 2018

FUNDING BOOST FOR FAST-GROWING ENTERPRISE

Counsellors are celebrating a £60,000 “super boost” which has allowed them to double the size of their Lincoln Hub - spelling fantastic news for clients and fellow professionals.
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6th February 2018

BrightBridge Solutions Acquires NetSuite Solution Provider – Clear ERP

(Leicestershire, UK 31-01-2018 ) BrightBridge Solutions Limited, a leading NetSuite Solution Provider and Sage Business Partner, based in Sharnford Leicestershire, announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire Clear ERP Limited a Reigate base
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6th February 2018

Jenny Colver joins Cummins Solicitors

Leicestershire leading employment law firm Cummins Solicitors has welcomed Jenny Colver as its new senior associate.
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6th February 2018

CONNECT DERBY AND ENSCITE TEAM UP TO STAGE A SPECIAL ‘INSIDER’ INFORMATION EVENT AT THE IHUB

Leading managed workspace provider Connect Derby has teamed up with ENSCITE, a support organisation for companies in the transport equipment manufacturing supply chain, to host a special event at the £12m iHub innovation centre on Infinity Park.
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6th February 2018

REPORT REVEALS INVESTMENT IN NOTTS AT RECORD-BREAKING HIGH

THE city’s annual in-depth commercial property review published by Innes England has revealed Nottingham benefited from £510 million of investment activity in 2017- the highest level recorded in 11 years.
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6th February 2018

Birstall Nursery Transformed Following Refurbishment

Extensive building programme to remodel village nursery is nearing completion.
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6th February 2018

Lubrizol’s fundraisers work hard to keep mental health in Mind

Staff at a Derbyshire company have been praised for a remarkable year of fundraising after handing over thousands of pounds to a local mental health charity.
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2nd February 2018

Are you a East Midlands based business that is ambitious to grow internationally - This Event is for you!

PAB languages Centre and SEMA4 are proud to announce their first Seminar of 2018 being held at the Park Inn Hotel in Nottingham on Friday 2nd March 2018.
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2nd February 2018

Purpose Media bowled over after landing Middlesex website brief

Full-service marketing agency Purpose Media has been commissioned to create the new website for Middlesex County Cricket Club.
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2nd February 2018

ACUTEC Untangles GDPR for Midlands Businesses

An IT Service Provider warned Black Country businesses of the data protection concerns that can arise without adequate cyber security at a recent workshop.
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2nd February 2018

Care provider opens new services in Lutterworth

Care provider Heathcotes Group has opened a new specialist services in Lutterworth, near Leicester, for adults with learning disabilities, mental illness and associated complex needs.
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1st February 2018

Blum measures up to a record year in the UK

Industry’s search for greater accuracy and real-time data has helped an East Staffordshire measurement specialist secure a record-breaking year.
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1st February 2018

Haines Watts are exhibiting at Love Business 2018 on Stand T17

Haines Watts is a top 15 firm of chartered accountants and business advisors.
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1st February 2018

PUPILS LIVE HAPPILY EVER AFTER AT BARRATT HOMES’ STORYTELLING EVENT

Stories were brought to life in front of the eyes of pupils from Heathcote Primary School thanks to a storytelling event organised by Barratt Homes.
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1st February 2018

Hinckley & Rugby launches 90-day business deposit

Hinckley & Rugby Building Society has launched a 90-day business deposit account paying 1.25 per cent interest (gross/AER) that’s designed to give businesses a meaningful return in a market dominated by accounts paying less than one per cent.
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1st February 2018

A Cut Above the Competition - West Bridgford Salon named Saks ‘Salon of the Year’.

Celebrations as Saks West Bridgford is recognised for its commitment to staff, training and development and delivering excellent service to its clients.
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1st February 2018

Nottingham’s Europa sets Pace for 2018 at Fourth Annual Management Conference

Managers and directors from across Europa Worldwide Group’s 12 sites came together to celebrate the business’s exceptional growth in 2017 and cement strategy for 2018 at its fourth annual Senior Management Conference.
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1st February 2018

NEW LUXURY DEVELOPMENT FOR NOTTINGHAM RESIDENTIAL PARK

Nottingham-based Tollerton Park has undergone a major re-development, which will see 15 new homes added to the site as part of a luxury offering called ‘The Covert’.
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1st February 2018

MIDLAND FIXINGS LAUNCHES ITS 2018 FUNDRAISING PROGRAMME

MIDLAND FIXINGS, the building services and products supplier, is set for a busy year with staff spearheading a new fundraising programme.
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1st February 2018

CHALLENGES AHEAD, BUT NOTTINGHAM’S RENTAL SECTOR LOOKS STRONG’

Paul Staley, from Chilwell-based property experts SDL Group, takes stock of Nottingham’s private rental market, including what lies ahead for the coming year.
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1st February 2018

DIRECT SAMEDAY DRIVES GROWTH ACROSS THE UK

National haulage service provider, Direct Sameday Services has invested in two brand-new Renault trucks, in order to meet significant growth and increasing customer demand.
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1st February 2018

RUSSELLS PLANS FOR SUCCESS WITH SPONSORSHIP

Following on from a record-breaking year in sales, East Midlands roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles is looking to further its ambitious growth plans with the sponsorship of The Planning Awards 2018.
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