News from November 2020 - Love Business East Midlands

30th November 2020

Derventio asks Derby firms to donate unspent Christmas party money to help give homeless people hope for the future

A Derby housing trust is appealing to local companies to donate unspent funds from cancelled Christmas parties to help it raise money to give homeless people new hope for 2021.

30th November 2020

Iconic Leicester Factory acquired by local firm

Leicester’s Iconic Fox’s Glacier Mints factory in Braunstone Frith has been acquired by another growing Leicester business.

30th November 2020

Leicestershire mortgage firm warns Covid lockdown is creating a challenging borrowing market for self-employed and furloughed workers

Lenders are increasingly turning down mortgage applications from self-employed people, those who have been furloughed and people who work in the hospitality or tourism trade as the squeeze on the country’s finances continues to tighten.

30th November 2020

New Lincoln jewellery boutique opens its doors in time for Christmas shoppers

Christmas gift hunters and fashion fans in Lincoln will soon be able to discover unique and contemporary jewellery with brand-new boutique k.fines set to open on Saturday 5 December at 23 Sincil Street.

30th November 2020

East Midlands business confidence suffers but news of vaccine drives hope

Business confidence in the East Midlands fell four points during November to -22%, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking.

29th November 2020

Derby set to welcome a raft of new stores and Christmas pop-ups this December

Eight new retailers, a mixture of stores and pop-ups, are set to open their doors at the Derby Centre, just in time for the festive season.

29th November 2020

Growing Colleague Box take last remaining unit at Northedge Business Park

David Brown Commercial are delighted to have agreed a new letting on behalf of Morgan Industrial Properties of a unit at the Northedge Business Park on Alfreton Road to growing Derby business Colleague Box, a personalised gift box company.

29th November 2020

Loughborough University leads development of unique health app

Experts at Loughborough University have teamed up with the UK’s leading health and wellbeing store, Holland and Barrett, to create a unique personalised health and fitness app.

29th November 2020

Longcliffe Quarries makes local business relationships a priority - with blast specialist EPC-UK

Continuing its commitment to supporting local economies and communities against the Covid-19 backdrop, independent limestone and dolomite supplier Longcliffe Quarries, has forged an even closer working relationship with fellow Derbyshire firm, EPC-UK to c

29th November 2020

New Arts Venue Set to Become An Incubator for Creative Talent in Nottingham

A brand new centre for the arts in Nottingham is set to become a hub for nurturing fresh talent, offering skills support and collaborative opportunities to artists as well as shining a light on the creative life of the city through an innovative programme

29th November 2020

Chartered financial planner bolsters Nelsons' investment management team

Leading East Midlands-based law firm Nelsons has welcomed a new investment director and chartered financial planner into the ranks of its expert investment management team.

28th November 2020

Exciting new store for eco-savvy shoppers

Eco-enthusiast Johann Bridges is indulging her passion for helping the environment, with the launch of a new venture in uphill Lincoln.

28th November 2020

Five decades at recycling sector’s cutting edge

Casepak is celebrating 50 years at the forefront of the UK’s recycling sector.

28th November 2020

The end of free movement - How employers need to prepare

Over four-fifths (84%*) of East Midlands consumers have a greater appreciation for staff working in local businesses as a result of the pandemic.

28th November 2020

Partnership Announcement

Wytech is pleased to announce an exciting IT partnership with Green Giant Consulting, combining award-winning IT support and corporate-level strategy for SME businesses in the Midlands.

28th November 2020

New Awards for Leicestershire a success

The first Leicestershire Community Champions Awards was on a great success on Tuesday 24th November, with the Midland Langar Seva Society taking the flagship award of Charity of the Year.

27th November 2020

Grahame Gardner launches new uniform recycling service

An innovative new service to reduce the amount of old uniforms being sent to landfill has been unveiled by a leading workwear provider.

27th November 2020

Major initiative calls on East Midlands businesses to prioritise mental health and boost productivity

A major initiative aiming to boost economic productivity is calling on businesses across the East Midlands to prioritise their employees’ mental health after COVID-19 has put significant strain on workers’ wellbeing.

27th November 2020

Barclays-BDO Logistics Confidence Index falls to lowest ever level

Confidence in the UK logistics sector has fallen to its lowest ever level, according to the latest Barclays-BDO Logistics Confidence Index, which assesses the expectations of more than 100 senior decision-makers across the sector.

27th November 2020

Government must issue more support for small firms in highest Tiers

Responding to the announcement about which parts of England are being placed into each Tier, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) National Chair Mike Cherry said:

27th November 2020

IoD appoints trio of Ambassadors in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

The Institute of Directors has appointed a trio of Ambassadors to its Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire team.

27th November 2020

App founded by NHS surgeon secures million pound seed investment

MediShout, the app for frontline hospital staff to resolve facilities and equipment issues, has closed a £1 million seed round from Venture Capital fund Episode 1, supported by law firm Shakespeare Martineau.

27th November 2020

LDC announces sale of Panther Logistics to US-based AIT Worldwide Logistics

Leading mid-market private equity firm LDC has announced the successful exit of Panther Logistics to US-based AIT Worldwide Logistics (AIT). Financial details are undisclosed.

27th November 2020

How will Brexit affect imports and exports?

Government warning time running out for importers and exporters ahead of Brexit, Spatial Global launch free information hub to guide you through the transition.

26th November 2020

NorthEdge invests in investigation software specialist

Private equity firm NorthEdge has backed the primary management buyout of Altia-ABM, a specialist investigation and covert operation software business.

26th November 2020

Cooper Parry Corporate Finance seal latest lockdown deal

By combining their corporate finance support with transactional tax advice from the business’s tax team, Cooper Parry Corporate Finance has added another successful deal to its ever-growing tally since the start of lockdown.

26th November 2020

Howes Percival advises on MBO at Leicester fashion knitwear supplier

Leading law firm Howes Percival has advised on the successful management buyout of a Leicestershire based group of companies which includes fashion supplier BHM Knitwear.

26th November 2020

Superheroes Initiative Set To Support Safe and Sound

Derbyshire charity Safe and Sound has been chosen as a recipient for a national initiative encouraging businesses to donate the unused cost of their Christmas charity.

26th November 2020

First participant in Leicester’s COVID-19 vaccine trial

The first person in Leicester has joined a COVID-19 vaccine trial sponsored by the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson and run by staff through the new National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Patient Recruitment Centre (PRC) at Lei

26th November 2020

County’s Hospitality Sector to “Feel the Sharp Sting” of Tier 3 Restrictions

Michael Weedon, EM Policy Representative for the Federation of Small Businesses in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire has reacted to today’s confirmation that Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire is set to enter Tier 3 restrictions from next Wednesday:

26th November 2020

Spending Review “missed opportunity” shows need for pro-business Budget, say small firms

Responding to the Chancellor’s Spending Review address, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) National Chairman Mike Cherry, said:

26th November 2020

Derbyshire based family business scoops IoD Midlands Award

26th November 2020

Leicester-based company helps shielding and vulnerable patients

Spirit Health Group drives innovation to support the best of health for vulnerable patients and frontline workers during COVID-19

26th November 2020

West Bridgford Based Intoware Is Awarded ISO27001 Certification For Information Security

West Bridgford based Intoware, a leading provider of workflow automation solutions for utilities, oil and gas and manufacturing industries is pleased to announce that it has received ISO27001 certification for information security management.

25th November 2020

Timico boosts service offering with Gold Veeam Cloud & Service Provider Partnership

Timico, the leading IT managed services provider, has achieved Gold status within the Veeam® Cloud & Service Provider (VCSP) program to bolstering its cloud and back-up service capabilities for customers.

25th November 2020

Microlise Joins MAKE UK To Support Connected Manufacturing

Microlise has joined manufacturers’ organisation MAKE UK, becoming a member alongside the UK’s leading manufacturers and innovators.

25th November 2020

Defibrillator installed at Hampton Water after housebuilder’s £800 donation

A new defibrillator has been installed at Hampton Water country park in Peterborough, after housebuilder Vistry East Midlands stepped up to support a fundraising campaign led by one of its residents.

25th November 2020

East Midlands Chamber Sector Forum, Government and Economic Events for your diary

25th November 2020

Derby web agency grows business with launch of specialist online antiques marketplace

Derby based web design agency, Antiques Web Design by ph9, which specialises in designing websites for antiques dealers, has grown its portfolio with the launch of a new online antiques marketplace.

25th November 2020

Small firms challenge Spending Review commitments

25th November 2020

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment Expands Presence in Leicester

Recruitment specialist, Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment, has taken larger office space at Charles Street in Leicester city centre to facilitate the further expansion of the business.

25th November 2020

Rising COVID stars support thousands to carry on connecting

Stephen and Philip have helped over 30,0000 businesses and charities, everyday through the pandemic, reach their 250th day of free support services, having given over £16m worth of support that has kept the nation connecting, and with the KuKu boys, it ha

25th November 2020

What benefits will businesses see from the UK government’s increase in Cyber Security spend?

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s recent announcement of a £16.5bn increase to defence spending, brought with it an interesting caveat for the cyber security community.

25th November 2020

East Midlands law firm expands team with triple hire

Grantham-based JMP Solicitors is growing its team with a trio of new hires – as Andrea Bingham joins as a private client solicitor, Mikaela Rogerson as a family law solicitor and Reiss Williams as IT manager.

25th November 2020

LLEP P2P Network - Manufacturing Leicestershire

The Manufacturing Growth Programme would like to invite Manufacturers in Leicestershire and Lincolnshire to join the Business Growth Hubs in their new offering of Peer Networks, a fully funded initiative to increase your chances of success by learning

25th November 2020

The changing face of town centres

The impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on our town centres has been profound. While its effects on the High Street have been well-documented, other town centre businesses have also had to adapt to this rapidly changing landscape.

24th November 2020

Double deal at Arkwright Hill Farm Business Park, Leicestershire

Specialist Property Consultant and Chartered Surveyor, Wells McFarlane has completed two transactions at Arkwright Hill Farm Business Park, Leicestershire, representing more than 12,000 sq ft industrial space.

24th November 2020

Amazon 2020 SME Impact Report

SMEs in Leicestershire exported more than £50 million of goods through Amazon in 2019, according to the 2020 Amazon UK SME Impact Report.

24th November 2020

Managed IT specialist bucks Covid trend with latest global expansion

Businesses across the globe have responded to the challenges posed by Covid-19 with varying degrees of success, but one Nottinghamshire-based managed IT services specialist has bucked the trend by winning a wealth of new business in the UK, Australia, Can

24th November 2020

Nottingham Business School to deliver Carbon Literacy Training to students from across the globe

Nottingham Business School (NBS) is to deliver its Carbon Literacy Training to students from across the world as it joins the Global University Climate Forum, led by Yale University in the US.

24th November 2020

Revenue growth sparks new hires at Anicca Digital

Business is booming at Leicester-based digital marketing agency Anicca Digital, as a string of client wins has led to three new hires.

24th November 2020

Russell Roof Tiles has Expanded its Technical Team to Meet Demand

Burton based leading roof tile manufacturer, Russell Roof Tiles, has expanded its technical team - to support growth in the business as the construction industry bounces back.

23rd November 2020

Technology protects almost half of East Midlands firms during COVID-19 crisis

Almost half (46%) of East Midlands microbusinesses would cease trading amid lockdown measures if it wasn’t for their ability to use digital services, according to a new report from Lloyds Bank and Be the Business.

23rd November 2020

New joint venture partnership for East Mids property consultancy firm

Nottingham-based multi-disciplinary property consultancy firm, Pulse Consult has joined forces with Emerald Project Management as the firms have entered into a new joint venture partnership.

23rd November 2020

Cooper Parry reports double-digit growth for FY20 and the first half of FY21

For the year ending 30 April 2020, Cooper Parry’s continuing business revenue grew organically by 10% to £31m, with average partner profits increasing by 22%.

23rd November 2020

Star Apprentice wins East Midlands Chamber Leicestershire ‘Apprentice of the Year’

Soar Valley Press’ Digital Marketing Apprentice, Pippa Culverwell, has been named ‘Apprentice of The Year’ in the East Midlands Chamber Leicestershire Business Awards.

23rd November 2020

Business leaders draw-up fresh proposal to help forgotten companies

A coalition of small business leaders, tax experts and company directors have mapped out the measures needed to address a government shortcoming which has left thousands with no income support throughout months of Covid-linked disruption.

22nd November 2020

Family-run childcare group secures Top-Up support package from Lloyds Bank

An independent childcare provider in Leicester is keeping its doors open after receiving funding from Lloyds Bank via the Government’s Bounce Back Loan Scheme Top Up, launched on Tuesday 10th November.

22nd November 2020

trentbarton’s scheduler Richard wins national award

The man who plays a key role in planning how trentbarton’s services run has won a new national award for the bus industry.

22nd November 2020

Engineering firm builds its team with four new appointments

Multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy Dice has announced four new additions to its growing team to support with a number of exciting new projects and client wins.

21st November 2020

ECI Software Solutions to be acquired

ECI Software Solutions to Be Acquired by Leonard Green & Partners; Funds Advised by Apax Partners to Retain Minority Stake

21st November 2020

Creative agency expands reach to mainland Europe following two recent client wins

Nottingham-based creative agency The Dairy has maintained the momentum which saw the company win three new clients following the UK’s first full lockdown, with the news of two further new partnerships to expand its reach into mainland Europe.

21st November 2020

FHP let new warehouse and showroom to Willbond in Nottingham

FHP Property Consultants acting on behalf of a private pension fund have completed the letting of premises at 195 Glaisdale Drive East in Nottingham to UK Plumbing Supplies Ltd who trade as Willbond, whose roots go all the way back to 1896.

21st November 2020

J Tomlinson moves towards zero carbon with official green services launch

J Tomlinson has officially launched a range of low carbon services designed to help clients decarbonise their assets and meet their sustainability targets, helping to tackle the global climate crisis.

21st November 2020

Monkey vs Owl Expands Residential Lettings Online Capabilities

Fast-growing residential lettings company Monkey vs Owl (MOVO) has expanded its online platform to provide a national service for property landlords.

21st November 2020

A Nottingham property developer has scooped a prestigious prize at the annual Bricks Awards

ALB Investments, which has made its name converting large, disused buildings into residential and commercial properties, achieved top spot in the ‘Developer of the Year’ category at the East Midlands Bricks Awards – an annual initiative run by online maga

20th November 2020

Morrison Design complete design of new University of Derby Custody Suite

A new police custody training facility at the University of Derby, developed by Morrison Design Ltd, has opened to students.

20th November 2020

Job opportunities for newly qualified architects still open, new research reveals

New survey figures out on 17th November 2020 show positive signs of job prospects for graduates and young professionals looking to progress a career in architecture.

20th November 2020

Nottingham security firm responds to Lockdown 2 by securing job-creating contracts

Nottingham-based protection specialistsOctavian Security UK has been chosen to deliver safety and security for Covid-19 test centres across multiple locations.

20th November 2020

Media students’ work helps Mansfield prepare for cash boost

Media students from West Nottinghamshire College have played a key role in highlighting ambitious plans for redeveloping Mansfield district.

20th November 2020

Russell Roof Tiles reveals investment in tech

Burton based Russell Roof Tiles (RRT) has revealed the extent of its investment in technology over the past 12 months, as part of its continued commitment to increasing production efficiencies and strengthening its customer service.

19th November 2020

Life Skills Village at Rigby Hall gives students a new lease of life for learning

19th November 2020

Shakespeare Martineau announces ‘House Of Brands’ strategy

Law firm Shakespeare Martineau has announced a major strategy update that will see the firm more than double in size by 2023 and pursue bigger ambitions beyond that.

19th November 2020

Team and service expansion for Honest Communications

Honest Communications has expanded its team and its offering, with Fay Clarkson joining the agency as a new PR account manager as well launching a new service.

19th November 2020

Regeneration plans move forward as Chesterfield Borough Council secures key site

A key town centre site has been secured by Chesterfield Borough Council – a major step forward for ambitious regeneration plans to create a new gateway for the town.

19th November 2020

Experts to give marketing advantage to East Mids business

Two Nottingham based marketing consultants have developed a strategy offer to help businesses improve their marketing in the current tough economic conditions.

19th November 2020

Winners unveiled in Midlands Director of the Year Awards

The Institute of Directors (IoD) has announced the winners of its Midlands Director of the Year Awards 2020.

19th November 2020

Businesses Move to Panattoni's New Park in Nottingham

Panattoni, the largest privately-owned speculative developer in the UK, has leased all three commercial units at its 55-acre park in Nottingham.

18th November 2020

US brief for Nottingham Creative Agency

Creative agency Warbox has been appointed to help medical education company OmniaMed launch its renowned GP information platform in the US.

18th November 2020

Derbyshire businessman invents outdoor dining pods for the hospitality sector hit by the global pandemic

A Derbyshire businessman has created a unique outdoor dining shelter to help save the hospitality industry during Covid-19.

18th November 2020

£1,500 raised for Nottinghamshire Domestic Abuse Charity

Nottinghamshire Domestic Abuse Charity, Broxtowe Women’s Project (BWP), has received £1,500 thanks to the efforts of staff at national debt advice company, PayPlan.

18th November 2020

New Centre to improve sustainability within the UK chemical industry

Loughborough University will lead a new Government initiative to revolutionise resource management in the UK’s £32 billion chemical industry, building a greener and more efficient economy.

18th November 2020

Derbyshire man raises almost £3,500 in 'virtual' London Marathon

Tim Hartwell, who lives and works in Derby, has raised nearly £3,500 for Habitat for Humanity GB after completing this year’s London Marathon ‘virtually’.

18th November 2020

Leasing Broker shortlisted for five awards

A car and van leasing firm in Northampton is celebrating after reaching the finals in FIVE regional and national business award categories.

18th November 2020

BGF backs fast-growth ecommerce business

BGF – the UK’s most active growth capital investor – has invested £8 million into Leicestershire-headquartered UK Flooring Direct to support its ongoing growth ambitions.

18th November 2020

Post-Brexit food labelling deadline looming

Food producers, manufacturers and retailers are being warned to prepare for new requirements for food labelling coming into force on 1 January 2021.

18th November 2020

Film celebrates all ProCon Award winners

On the day that the 2020 ProCon Leicestershire Awards ceremony was due to take place a quickfire video of all the previous winners has been released.

18th November 2020

Road Safety Week: The safest winter cars

Darker commutes, wetter conditions and slippery surfaces mean only one thing – winter is here. According to Caroline Hill, vehicle expert at Pink Car Leasing, a Leicestershire-based vehicle leasing company, here are some of the safest winter cars.

18th November 2020

SureScreen leading the fight against COVID spread in Europe

While further tests are being carried out on exciting vaccines against COVID-19, SureScreen Diagnostics is leading the way with essential testing for the virus in Europe.

18th November 2020

Free scientific support to help Derbys and Notts food and drink manufacturers grasp opportunities and overcome the challenges of 2021

Food scientists are standing by to provide vital scientific and technical support to food and drink producers in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire in the new year as they navigate the impacts of the COVID pandemic.

16th November 2020

Broker boosts healthcare division with new director appointment

Financial services broker Midlands Asset Finance (MAF) has grown its healthcare division with the appointment of a new director.

16th November 2020

Leicestershire food safety specialist hosts free sessions for takeaways operating in lockdown

Navitas Safety is offering expert advice on how to operate safely as a takeaway due to an increase in uptake among businesses seeking a means to survive the UK’s second lockdown.

16th November 2020

People struggling in mental health ‘crisis’ are victims of second lockdown after Newark wellbeing sessions cancelled

Anxious people who suffered under the first lockdown have now found wellbeing sessions organised at a Newark café cancelled under lockdown 2.

16th November 2020

Top tips for electricians struggling with their mental health

With a high percentage of electricians either self-employed or accustomed to working alone, it is unsurprising many struggle with mental health issues.

16th November 2020

Serena makes national Top 50 Advisers shortlist

A Nottingham-based business finance expert has been shortlisted for major national recognition by one of the UK’s largest small business support networks.

16th November 2020

First Fence throws support behind Road Safety Week after rise in local offences

First Fence, the UK’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of security and temporary fencing, has pledged to support and raise awareness for Road Safety Week, with its director calling for more action to be taken to address local speeding issues.

15th November 2020

FHP sell former Willbond depot for a 703 bed student scheme in Nottingham

FHP Property Consultants have confirmed that the sale of a 2.2 acre site previously occupied by Willbond to Cassidy Group has now completed.

15th November 2020

Chesterfield puts the magic back into Christmas

Chesterfield Borough Council has launched the Christmas in Chesterfield campaign with some brand-new Christmas experiences.

14th November 2020

trentbarton’s mango app overtakes the cards

trentbarton’s mango app for smartphones has been downloaded more than 25,000 times and used for more than 250,000 bus journeys since its launch at the end of August.

14th November 2020

Budding mechanics get staff motoring at college

Motor vehicle engineering students are revved-up and ready to roll out a new business venture at West Nottinghamshire College’s Engineering Innovation Centre in Sutton-in-Ashfield.

14th November 2020

Derby Cathedral Quarter Launches CQ Live

Derby Cathedral Quarter Business Improvement District (BID) has launched a new digital platform www.cqlive.co.uk to showcase local businesses and encourage more people to shop local at this crucial time in the run up to Christmas.

14th November 2020

Pall-Ex accelerates success during first year of new era

Pall-Ex has successfully steered its network into the fast lane during its first 12 months as a member and management owned network, increasing members numbers and freight volume.

13th November 2020

Two new appointments for Leicestershire office fit out company

Workplace consultants and interior fit out specialists Blueprint Interiors have appointed Hannah Chambers as their Technical Designer and Nick Cupit as Bid Manager.

13th November 2020

Mental wellbeing health tech to be introduced at Lincolnshire medical practice

Pilot trials of an innovative self-reporting wellbeing device are set to provide mental health support to GPs, clinical and non-clinical members of staff at Riverside Surgery in Brigg, North Lincolnshire.

13th November 2020

Infuse Technology celebrate continued growth and expansion

Award-winning IT support and managed service provider, Infuse Technology, owned by national accountancy firm Smith Cooper, are celebrating a period of continued growth which has seen an expansion of their team and new clients coming on-board.

13th November 2020

UK exporter wins Black British Business Award

Sandra Murphy, Founder and Managing Director of Lincolnshire-based Equidiet UK Ltd, has won a Black British Business Award, after successfully growing her revolutionary equine nutrition business into a global brand.   

13th November 2020

Belmayne rewards apprentice with full time role

An apprentice working at Dronfield-based financial planners, Belmayne, is joining the team on a permanent basis after successfully completing her studies.

13th November 2020

NIHR launches new National Patient Recruitment Centre in Leicester for late phase commercial clinical research

The NIHR has launched five new National Patient Recruitment Centres (NPRCs) to enable more late phase commercial clinical research to be delivered within the NHS and make it easier for people to take part in studies.

13th November 2020

Pupils get creative to design a new logo for ambitious town project

Pupils at Springwell Community College were challenged to create a new logo to capture the spirit of a major project which aims to regenerate their town.

13th November 2020

Notts creative agency’s festival in a box twist on Zoom meetings is an instant hit

A Nottinghamshire-based creative agency, Born Agency, has created a new festival in a box that has proved an instant hit with firms looking to liven up meetings and sales conferences held on Zoom.

12th November 2020

Retired boxer provides final hit to save Leicestershire Boxing gym

Retired professional boxer, Andy Pirie, has lent his weight to the campaign to save Birstall Boxing Gym.

12th November 2020

Buxton Water Renews Partnership With Buxton FC Youth Academy

BUXTON® Natural Mineral Water is proud to announce its renewed partnership with Buxton FC Youth Academy for a second year. Building on the success of last year, the sponsorship reflects both partners’ long-standing commitment to championing Buxton’s young

12th November 2020

BREXIT Transition Hub Launched

Award winning Freight Forwarder and Ecommerce Fulfilment company Spatial Global have been inundated with importer and exporter questions, as well as ecommerce businesses wanting to know what they need to do to prepare for Brexit Transition End on December

12th November 2020

Yü Energy launches energy health check tool for struggling businesses

Reducing staff (36%), reviewing expenses (35%) and cutting back on marketing (30%) are the most common money saving factors that businesses have put in place since the beginning of the pandemic.

12th November 2020

Notts company takes on 11 unusual sponsored challenges

The team and supporters of Notts-based specialist car group, Motorfinity, has marked this year's Remembrance Day by taking on 11 unusual, sponsored challenges - coined the ‘11/11 challenge’.

12th November 2020

Visual Print and Design smashes fundraising target for LIVES

Throughout October, the team at Visual Print and Design, a Lincoln-based print and design company, took on a challenge to each run, walk or cycle 50 miles for LIVES to help celebrate its 50th anniversary.

12th November 2020

Shakespeare Martineau supports Armstrong Logistics with major acquisition

Armstrong Logistics has acquired one of the largest units at Magna Park in Lutterworth with the legal support of the Leicester-based law firm Shakespeare Martineau.

12th November 2020

East Midlands Businesses Invited To Free Brexit Preparation Webinar

The industry leading European road freight team at Europa Road is inviting East Midlands businesses to join its practical, free-to-attend, Brexit Preparation Webinar. With the upcoming changes to the customs process post transition period, the webinar aim

12th November 2020

Seventh heaven for Frontline Recruitment as it expands into Chesterfield

Career specialist Frontline Recruitment is expanding after opening a new office in the Derbyshire town of Chesterfield.

12th November 2020

More support needed for small firms with 50 days until EU transition ends as Covid crisis continues

There remain only 50 days until the end of the transition period, meanwhile new GDP figures from the ONS showed 1.1 percent growth for September and 15.5 percent growth in Q3, both of which remain down on February’s figures.

12th November 2020

Breedon Consulting Limited appoints new operations director

Leicestershire-based HR company, Breedon Consulting Limited has appointed a new operations director to take a leading role in facilitating the growth and future expansion of the business.

11th November 2020

Neuways join Cyber Resilience Centre Advisory Group

IT security experts, Neuways are delighted to announce their place on the Cyber Resilience Centre for the East Midlands Advisory Group.

11th November 2020

NG provides the link to growth for Notts accountancy firm

Commercial property specialists NG Chartered Surveyors have completed the sale of a prime office space to a specialist Nottinghamshire accountancy firm.

11th November 2020

Covid-19: towards online solutions for food safety

During Coronavirus lockdown, Food Safety software solutions business QADEX – based in Sileby, near Loughborough - saw a profound and positive change in its interaction with customers, highlighting the move towards a digital future for the food safety indu

11th November 2020

East Midlands loses faith in levelling-up agenda

New research by campaign group HS2 East has revealed a lack of public confidence in the levelling-up agenda. A poll of over 2,000 people from the Midlands and the North revealed that just 18 per cent of people in the East Midlands were confident Governmen

11th November 2020

Local business leaders pledge to tackle the digital divide

Three local business leaders have joined forces to create the #makingITpossible campaign in a bid to tackle the digital divide.

11th November 2020

Businesses supporting each other to remember the fallen

While many businesses are looking internally to cope with the pressures of lockdown and the impact on their livelihoods, a Castle Donington based manufacturer is supporting a local florist to bring light to the High Street and honour the fallen this Armis

11th November 2020

Bounce Back Loan Scheme top-ups open for eligible businesses

From today, participating lenders in the Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS) are able to offer smaller businesses across the UK a ‘top-up’ to their existing Bounce Back Loan if they originally borrowed less than the maximum amount available to them.

11th November 2020

Ward crowned Metal Recycler of the Year at industry excellence awards

Derbyshire based metal and waste recycling specialist, Ward, has been named as Metal Recycling Business of the Year at the Awards for Excellence in Recycling and Waste Management 2020.

10th November 2020

Derby finance expert launches free how-to videos and online money MOTs to help Derby families take control

A Derby financial advisor is preparing to launch a series of online videos and run free 20-minute online money MOTs to help families get ready for whatever 2021 has in store for them.

10th November 2020

Barratt Homes site manager wins NHBC Award for top quality work in Staffordshire

A Barratt Homes Site Manager in Tamworth has been recognised for his construction excellence after winning a prestigious Seal of Excellence award in the National Housebuilding Council (NHBC) Pride in the Job awards.

10th November 2020

LDC announces sale of Addo Food Group

Leading mid-market private equity firm LDC has announced the successful exit of Addo Food Group (Addo), the UK’s leading chilled savoury pastry producer, to European private equity firm PAI Partners.

10th November 2020

CEO of Barefoot Coaching becomes new ambassador for Women's Work Derbyshire

Kim Morgan, CEO of Barefoot Coaching, has announced her new role as an ambassador for Women’s Work Derbyshire. In her new position, she will help to promote the award-winning charity’s work among disadvantaged and vulnerable women and children in Derbysh

10th November 2020

Self-employed community shrinks by 500,000 as small firms call for action

New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that the number of self-employed people in the UK has fallen to 4.5 million, down from 5.0 million at this time last year.

10th November 2020

New Foxes book set to evoke memories of the 90s

A new ‘tell it all’ book by one of Leicester City FC’s most renowned board members of the 90s promises to relive the glory days of The Foxes journey to the top.

10th November 2020

Leicester fabricator part of Government lobby group on workplace air quality

Leicester-based Aerofab Fabrications has joined a delegation of leading UK manufacturers that has told the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Air Pollution (APPG), that manufacturing workers are still being exposed to dangerous levels of air pollutants.

10th November 2020

Koa Consulting launches CSR scheme to help clients offset their carbon footprint

A Derby-based business development consultancy is planting a forest of mangroves on behalf of its clients to help them reduce their environmental impact.

10th November 2020

St Peters Quarter Businesses Support Local Hospitals’ Charity

Businesses in Derby’s St Peters Quarter Business Improvement District (BID) have presented a giant cheque for £550 to Derby and Burton Hospitals Charity to support the work of the Royal Derby Hospital Intensive Care Unit.

9th November 2020

Nottingham's Cultivate Innovation delivering new research project to produce a shared vision on a UK Net Zero future

Nottingham based innovation research consultancy Cultivate Innovation are working on a new UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) funded project to utilise the best academic research available to articulate a consensus identifying urgent initial steps and a lo

9th November 2020

East Midlands-based energy company successfully acquires additional business customers

Yü Energy have today announced the acquisition of an additional 400 business gas meter points.

9th November 2020

Second Covid-19 lockdown means flooring supplier braced for record sales

Factory Direct Flooring’s sales show strength in market as households go back into pre-Christmas lockdown

9th November 2020

The Sky’s the Limit after securing CAA Permission for Commercial Drone

Chocolate Cake Media can literally add a new perspective to video shoots now that it has Civil Aviation Authority permission to fly the company drone commercially

9th November 2020

New Website for Trent Basin Showcases Waterside Lifestyle

The eagerly anticipated official release of Phase 3 homes at Trent Basin, will be marked with the launch of a brand new website, designed specifically for homeowners who want to better explore the waterside lifestyle and sustainable build principles that

9th November 2020

Cathedral Quarter and St Peters Quarter step up security during second lockdown

Derby city centre’s two Business Improvement Districts have joined forces to increase the security presence in the BID areas.

8th November 2020

Aggregate Industries Invites Applications to its Bardon Hill Community Fund

As part of its ongoing commitment to invest in the local community, Aggregate Industries has launched its annual Bardon Hill Community Fund to help initiatives and community groups at this difficult time.

8th November 2020

MD of John Pye is named 'One to Watch' by Lloyds

Adam Pye, managing director of UK Auction HouseJohn Pye, has been named as ‘One to Watch’ by Lloyd’s Development Capital (LDC) as part of its top 50 of ‘Most Ambitious Business Leaders’ list.

8th November 2020

Cycling success for leading law firm after raising thousands for charity

Leading East Midlands law firm Nelsons has smashed its fundraising goal and raised more than £6,500 as part of the national Tour de Law initiative – the legal sector’s most successful bike challenge.

8th November 2020

Emily joins the team at Derby's Penguin PR as Covid-19 recovery economy fuels expansion

Derby public relations agency Penguin PR has appointed a new PR account executive to help it serve a host of new clients whose businesses are thriving despite the ongoing coronavirus.

8th November 2020

Ward appointed to ESPO framework

Ward awarded a position on ESPO framework for Hazardous and Specialist Waste Services

8th November 2020

Brady Solicitors named one of the top 200 law firms in England and Wales

Nottingham-based property management law firm Brady Solicitors has for the first time been named one of England and Wales’ top 200 law firms.

7th November 2020

Timico invests in pioneering energy storage system

Timico has invested significantly in a pioneering battery energy storage system (BESS), as part of its commitment to improving its sustainable and energy efficiency credentials.

7th November 2020

Pall-Ex increases hub capacity as freight volume soars

Pall-Ex has significantly increased its East Midlands hub capacity to accommodate rising freight volumes and growing demand for its services.

7th November 2020

World’s Oldest Department Store Returns Online

The world’s oldest department store has returned to the virtual high street with the official launch of an new retail website www.bennettsofderby.co.uk

7th November 2020

Midlands-based consulting engineer bolsters team with two new hires

East Midlands-based consulting engineer Howard Ward Associates (HWA) has recently welcomed two new appointments to its engineering team.

7th November 2020

Engineering consultancy retains Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award

M-EC Retains Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award

7th November 2020

Pick Everard unveils new open-plan city centre HQ in Leicester

Leading independent property, construction and infrastructure consultancy Pick Everard has unveiled its new-look head office following an extensive refurbishment led by its recently established in-house interior design team.

7th November 2020

Microlise plays key role in consortium developing innovative eBSA Motorcycle

BSA Company Limited, the organisation that is resurrecting the iconic BSA brand, is developing a retro roadster which will combine classic style with the latest innovations in e-mobility.

6th November 2020

Shakespeare Martineau appoints seasoned finance professional as new CFO

Growing law firm Shakespeare Martineau has appointed experienced CFO Paul Bird as chief finance officer, complementing its ambitious growth strategy.

6th November 2020

Children First Derby Wins Queen's Award

The team of volunteers at Children First Derby have been honoured with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service for their vital work supporting the Derby based charity, dedicated to working with vulnerable and disadvantaged children, young people and their

6th November 2020

Colleague Box take on 10 new members of staff to cope with "phenomenal" demand in orders in the run up to Christmas

A Letterbox gift company set up in lockdown by a Derby husband-and-wife has thanked the city’s university for help in recruiting 10 new members of staff.

6th November 2020

M&S and The Wilkins Group Going For Gold with 'Gin-spired' Snow Globe Liqueurs

A Nottingham packaging manufacturer has developed a new light-up label to help turn a range of gold-leaf-infused Christmas Liqueurs into festive snow-globe centrepieces.

6th November 2020

Midlands-based consulting engineer bolsters team with two new hires

J Tomlinson appointed on East Midlands Ambulance Service facilities management contract

6th November 2020

DATE: Monday 02 November 2020 Nottingham early-stage drug discovery company expands base

Leading early-stage drug discovery contract research organisation (CRO) Reach Separations has expanded its Nottingham premises in the wake of increased demand for its chiral purification services.

6th November 2020

Students stand ready for military careers advice

Two high-ranking military personnel have visited West Nottinghamshire College to give public services students a vital insight into army and navy careers.

6th November 2020

A fond farewell & the future of tax at Cooper Parry

After 20 years in Cooper Parry’s tax team, Philip Rogers, one of the accountancy firm’s best-loved Partners, is retiring.

6th November 2020

App means beer drinkers won't go thirsty during lockdown

A historic independent family brewer has turned to technology from Derby-based App4 to ensure beer drinkers can enjoy their favourite pint during lockdown.

6th November 2020

New signings as A1 Comms Business steps up during pandemic

A1 Comms Business has hired four new team members as it responds to the needs of clients during the coronavirus pandemic.

5th November 2020

Derbados cycle challenge

Businesses from across Derbyshire got on their bikes to raise money for Derbyshire Institute of Sport and celebrate the fun and fitness that cycling can bring – and helped raise £2,800.

5th November 2020

Derby charity seeks Secret Santa volunteers to help make Christmas special for city's children in need

A Derby charity is appealing for help from businesses as it prepares for its annual Christmas campaign.

5th November 2020

Ventola on target with latest Ten Entertainment Group ventures

Leicestershire lighting business Ventola Projects has completed the finishing touches on his latest Family Entertainment Centre (FEC) project with Ten Entertainment Group.

5th November 2020

Midlands-based consulting engineer bolsters team with two new hires

East Midlands-based consulting engineer Howard Ward Associates (HWA) has recently welcomed two new appointments to its engineering team.

5th November 2020

FSB East Midlands publishes the findings of its latest Small Business Index study

The East Midlands Small Business Index (EMSBI)[1], which measures confidence amongst businesses, has fallen once again in Q3 as the prospect of a return to financial certainty has now dissipated. The index score now sits at -29% after having been at 0% in

5th November 2020

Northamptonshire company committed to growing next generation of skilled workers

An award-winning Northamptonshire business has underlined its commitment to growing its own talent by offering hands-on experience and apprenticeships to the next generation of skilled workers.

5th November 2020

Lockdown two: What does the CJRS extension mean for Nottinghamshire's business owners and workers?

Last Saturday (31 October), Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that England would enter renewed lockdown restrictions from Thursday 5 November until Wednesday 2 December to try and combat the rise in Covid-19 cases.

5th November 2020

Notts manufacturer offers £5,000 worth of PPE as prize for local care home heroes

A PPE manufacturer in the East Midlands is offering £5,000 worth of PPE as a competition prize in recognition of the part played by the region’s care homes in dealing with Covid-19.

4th November 2020

Securiscape Ltd's super-shallow Glide Bollard HVM system is an industry game-changer

A new barrier system which uses high security bollards capable of being slid in and out of position to control access has been launched after it successfully stopped a 7.2 tonne truck during testing - and even tore its front axle clean off.

4th November 2020

Derby IT Firm invests in local community’s health

IT specialists Neuways are leading a group of businesses who share the same site on the A50 in the installation of a brand-new defibrillator machine.

4th November 2020

Local Foundation donates £101k to Hope Against Cancer Charity

Hope Against Cancer’s biggest project to date is the doubling of the size of the Clinical Trials Facility at Leicester Royal Infirmary (LRI), at a cost of £1.5million.

4th November 2020

Small firms celebrate Universal Credit reform and call for further action

Responding to the announcement that the reinstatement of the Minimum Income Floor (MIF) – which reduces Universal Credit support among self-employed claimants by assuming that they earn a consistent monthly wage with no regard for the fact that their inco

4th November 2020

Business support landscape still a mixed picture, say small firms

Responding to the announcement of fresh business support measures by the Prime Minister Boris Johnson in the Commons, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) National Chairman Mike Cherry, said:

4th November 2020

Belmayne reaches out to community with free advice

Dronfield-based independent financial planners, Belmayne, are offering their support to local businesses and individuals struggling with issues arising from the Covid-19 pandemic.

4th November 2020

Female Trainee Quantity Surveyor joins leading developer

In continuing to encourage more women into the construction industry, Barratt and David Wilson Homes has appointed a new female Trainee Quantity Surveyor at its Northampton based office.

4th November 2020

East Midlands business confidence takes hit after marginal gains over summer

Business confidence in the East Midlands fell for the first time since May during October, decreasing by 14 points to -18%, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking.

3rd November 2020

Lincolnshire spud supplier beats goal by travelling the world in 79 days

Lincolnshire potato supplier Branston www.branston.com has beaten its goal to virtually travelaround the world in 80 days, by completing the distancea day early.

3rd November 2020

PCW Consulting to host ‘business rejuvenation’ workshop to deliver post-pandemic prosperity

PCW Consulting and Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce are joining forces to deliver a free, virtual event to help organisations rejuvenate their culture and business in response to COVID-19.

3rd November 2020

NHS takes first delivery of game-changing 15-minute Covid antigen test

The first batch of rapid antigen tests, produced by SureScreen Diagnostics, have been delivered to the NHS in the West Midlands.

3rd November 2020

GIC recruits record number of apprentices

A Lincolnshire manufacturer has taken on a record number of apprentices in the last year as the company responds to a dramatic increase in demand.

3rd November 2020

East Midlands Agency Gains Growth by Reaching the Top of Google

East Midlands based Creative and Digital Marketing agency, think3, is continuing its growth plans supporting its clients further and supporting them reach more customers by reaching the top of Google with the launch of its SEO and Digital PR services.

3rd November 2020

Medium-sized businesses believe the regional economic gap has widened

COVID-19 will worsen the UK’s north/south economic divide according to a poll of 500 medium-sized business leaders, published today by accountancy and business advisory firm BDO.

3rd November 2020

East Mids Agency Secures Comms Deal with Running Foxes

East Midlands Agency Secures Second Year Partnership with County Cricket Club

3rd November 2020

Takeaway is no longer an option for hospitality, it’s essential

A managing director at a national catering supplier has called on any remaining pubs, bars, and restaurants that haven’t pivoted towards takeaway to do so now as the second national lockdown looms.

3rd November 2020

Green light for £12m town centre regeneration in Mansfield

Exciting £12m proposals to revitalise an area of Mansfield town centre have been given the green light.

3rd November 2020

Ventola on target with latest Ten Entertainment Group ventures

Leicestershire lighting business Ventola Projects has completed the finishing touches on his latest Family Entertainment Centre (FEC) project with the Ten Entertainment Group.

2nd November 2020

Small Business Leadership Programme: Available fully funded from the University of Derby

Provided 'free of charge' as part of a £20m business support package the programme will help small businesses recover from the impact of COVID-19.

2nd November 2020

Chesterfield Borough Council named among Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers

Chesterfield Borough Council is celebrating after being named as one of the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in England.

2nd November 2020

Lutterworth Property Consultants Appoint New Accounts & PR Professionals

Lutterworth-based Property Consultants and Chartered Surveyors, Wells McFarlane has added to its team with the appointment of two new professionals.

2nd November 2020

Full fibre ‘Faster Britain’ expansion delivers gigabit capable connectivity to Nottingham businesses

Full fibre now spans across NG1 with further expansion planned into 2021.

2nd November 2020

Triple technical hire for Midlands contractor

Midlands-contractor G F Tomlinson has appointed three new technical apprentices as part of its commitment to investing in the next generation of construction workers.

1st November 2020

Chamber reacts as second UK lockdown looms

England is set to go back into a full coronavirus lockdown on Thursday 5 November, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced.