News from April 2021
30th April 2021
EX-ARMED FORCES MEMBERS GIVEN ROUTE INTO CONSTRUCTION WITH LEICESTERSHIRE HOMEBUILDER
Coalville-based developer David Wilson Homes East Midlands has provided the foundation for a career in construction for three former members of the Armed Forces.
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30th April 2021
Former Derby College Welding students all offered Doosan Babcock national apprenticeships
Five former Derby College Group (DCG) level 3 Welding students saw off strong competition to secure apprenticeships with leading power systems company Doosan Babcock.
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30th April 2021
BIRDS BAKERY SUPPORTS TREETOPS HOSPICE WITH £3K DONATION
CRAFT BAKER Birds Bakery has showed its support by donating £3,000 to one of its chosen charities of the year, Treetops Hospice.
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30th April 2021
Chesterfield Mayor sworn in for extended term
Councillor Glenys Falconer has been officially sworn into her extended term in office as Chesterfield’s 380th Mayor, at Chesterfield Borough Council’s Annual Council meeting.
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30th April 2021
New Site on Track to Bring NEW Service to Local firms
Leading East Midlands independent Renault Trucks distributor RH Commercial Vehicles (RHCV) is on track to open its fifth site next month and is still recruiting.
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30th April 2021
National charity moves to new offices in Mountsorrel, Leicestershire
New UK headquarters for asbestos-related cancer charity, Mesothelioma UK
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30th April 2021
EarthSense Receives Queen’s Award for Enterprise and Recognised as an Outstanding British Brand
EarthSense, the air quality specialist today announced that it has been awarded the royal seal of approval by the Queen’s Award for Enterprise following exponential commercial growth.
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30th April 2021
People and Skills Week 2021: The Skills Landscape Beyond Recovery
Wednesday, 16 June 2021 - 9:30am - 12:00pm
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30th April 2021
Atlantic rowing challenge dream nearly sank - until Roodsafe got on board
A fundraising trans-Atlantic rowing challenge that is about to end wouldn’t have been possible without the support of Roodsafe, the Nottingham-based leader in working at height safety solutions, which stepped in to support it as its main sponsor.
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30th April 2021
Optima UK’s GREAT start to helping people get back to work
Optima UK, the Enderby-based recruitment, training, and consultancy business, has begun delivering its part of a GREAT Project programme to get Leicestershire people ready for work and training.
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30th April 2021
Fab four of Nottingham’s finest creative agencies collaborate in regional success story for UK-leading healthcare provider
ottingham’s reputation as a national hub for creative and digital expertise is being reinforced, after homegrown health brand Medichecks handpicked its key partners from the city’s foremost agency talent – and has subsequently seen its business go from st
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30th April 2021
Skydiving centre completes 6,000 skydives in a month as post-lockdown experience economy thrives
Adrenaline junkies, bucket listers, birthday celebrators and charity fundraisers have all been ‘descending’ on Skydive Langar this month as the skydiving centre completed a record 6,000 jumps in one month thanks to lockdown relaxation and the thriving exp
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30th April 2021
BBC Children In Need grant supports young people in Derby on their pathway to employment
YMCA Derbyshire is helping young people get ready for work thanks to a grant from the BBC Children In Need Youth Futures fund.
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30th April 2021
East Midlands spent more than £3 billion on new housing during 2019-20
South Derbyshire is the fastest-growing area for housing developments in the East Midlands.
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30th April 2021
Digital marketing agency Impression plants 10,000 trees
Nottingham and London based digital marketing agency Impression has planted over 10,000 trees and hopes to raise awareness to inspire other businesses to do the same.
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29th April 2021
New addition to the Derby-based CEA farming start-up’s scientific research team
Dr. Chris Adams joins Light Science Technologies as Plant Scientist and Specialist in Sensor Development
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29th April 2021
Riverside location "perfect for return to the office"
Commercial property specialists NG Chartered Surveyors have brought to market a high-quality detached two-storey office building on the popular Riverside Business Park in Nottingham.
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29th April 2021
Node4 is named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for the second year in a row
East Midlands-based technology company, Node4, which has offices across the UK, has been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ for the second year in a row by Great Place to Work®, ranking at 29. This prestigious accolade is a recognition of the organisa
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29th April 2021
Sunny Accountants commits to donating a percentage of new client fees to The Cystic Fibrosis Trust
Nottinghamshire accountancy firm, Sunny Accountants, has announced that five per cent of its fees from its new clients throughout the next 12 months will be donated to its Charity of the Year – The Cystic Fibrosis Trust.
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29th April 2021
DERBY COMPANY DEVELOPS GROUNDBREAKING EDUCATION SOFTWARE
Successful, new, start-up company, School Transition Limited, based in Derby, has developed and released a new software portal that enables schools to seamlessly transfer data for pupils transitioning from primary to secondary education.
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29th April 2021
CONNECT DERBY LAUNCHES FURNISHED OFFICES AT FRIAR GATE STUDIOS
Connect Derby, the city’s primary managed workspace provider, is expanding its offering with the launch of new fully furnished Covid-secure office accommodation at its Friar Gate Studios headquarters.
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29th April 2021
Konica Minolta partners with Digital Office Services to deliver enhanced print and digital solutions
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd has today announced its new partnership with East Midlands-based Digital Office Services (DOS).
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29th April 2021
SPRING 2021 BRINGS CHANGES TO HARRIER
Spring 2021 brings changes to Harrier’s management team. In May, Andy Smith will be travelling to the UAE applying his knowledge and experience to assist with the delivery of Expo 2020 Dubai
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29th April 2021
IT specialists help to boost visitor experience at the National Justice Museum
A fast-growing Derbyshire IT firm has completed a major project with the National Justice Museum in Nottingham to help it get ready for reopening to the public in May.
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29th April 2021
Local author goes barefoot for mental health charity 5km challenge
Leicestershire author, Stewart Bint, will be going barefoot from 10-16 May as he takes on two 5km walks during Mental Health Awareness Week 2021
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29th April 2021
The World’s Oldest Department Store Invests in Delivery Vehicles.
Bennetts: The World’s Oldest Department Store has returned to its roots and invested in a fleet of vehicles to ensure its centuries-old reputation for customer service is matched in the modern world of online shopping.
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29th April 2021
Altia gains Queen's Award recognition and recruits two to board
NorthEdge portfolio business Altia has been named a Queen’s Award for Enterprise winner for International Trade.
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29th April 2021
HUUB wins Queen's Award for Innovation
HUUB, which has become a world leader in triathlon gear, has now received Royal approval after being awarded the Queen’s Award for Innovation.
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29th April 2021
Cromwell ranks 11th in UK's Best Workplaces 2021
UK’S BEST WORKPLACE ACCOLADE FOR INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES DISTRIBUTOR CROMWELL
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29th April 2021
Henry Winning & Co Ltd. Wins prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade.
With history dating back to its inception in 1880, Henry Winning & Co Ltd. are leading twine and string manufacturers in Glasgow and following its acquisition in 2014 by The TruNet Group, it has firmly established itself as a World Leader.
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28th April 2021
Stop Food Waste Day: Leicestershire food safety specialist urges a circular food economy
Today we mark Stop Food Waste Day, April 28, and its aim of making a change regarding the global food waste issue is one that resonates with people everywhere. From hotels and restaurants through to the general public who consume food, sustainability is n
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28th April 2021
FREE Online Webinar - Thinking Creatively to Survive and Thrive
Are you responsible for implementing strategies to keep your business moving forward in this ever-changing and challenging environment?
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28th April 2021
Local business urges others to consider the benefits of the apprenticeship incentive bonus scheme
Pinewood Property Estates Ltd and Chesterfield College are urging Derbyshire businesses to make the most of the government’s apprenticeship bonus scheme which launched earlier this month.
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28th April 2021
LAW FIRM SEES INCREASE IN GDPR BREACH ENQUIRIES
It will soon have been three years since GDPR was introduced in the UK, after coming into effect in May 2018. During those years, law firm Nelsons has seen a consistent increase in the number of enquiries it has received relating to GDPR breaches, in part
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28th April 2021
CITY’S YOUNG PEOPLE TO “KICKSTART” THEIR CAREERS AT NOTTINGHAM CASTLE
NOTTINGHAM Castle Trust, an independent not-for-profit charitable trust, hasprovided a boost to those looking to jumpstart their careers,by announcing a range of placements for applicants aged 16-24 that are currently claiming Universal Credit.
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28th April 2021
Bridge Help adds to growing team with new appointment
Chesterfield-based bridging loan provider Bridge Help has added to its growing team with the appointment of Naseer Ahmed as Head of Sales for London and the South East.
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28th April 2021
Banker turned Entrepreneur | TBI Podcast | Episode 14
In this episode, our host interviews Jason Oakley, CEO and Founder of Recognise Bank. We discuss the difficulties of setting up a new business during the current climate, the rationale for setting up a bank, whether we need one in a radically changing hig
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28th April 2021
Scheme launched to attract businesses into Derby city centre
A £1.75 million initiative has been launched by Derby City Council to encourage more businesses to locate in the heart of Derby.
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27th April 2021
GASCOINES WINS SALES AWARD AT THE BRITISH PROPERTY AWARDS
LEADING estate agentGascoinesis celebrating its most recent success, after winning the Gold Award at the British Property’s Southwell Sales Awards 2021
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27th April 2021
Team is on the ball with Esports tournament
Three students have put West Nottinghamshire College in second place in the AoC Sport FIFA 21 Cup, without any injuries or even getting mud on their boots.
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27th April 2021
Virus restrictions again force organisers to cancel town's popular classic car show
Organisers of the popular Ilkeston Heritage and Classic Vehicle Show have cancelled this year's event because of the Government restrictions dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic.
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27th April 2021
Leicestershire’s Small Businesses ‘At Risk’ Of Trading Illegally Due To Lack Of Knowledge Around New EU Trading Rules
Four months since the Brexit deal was signed, there are many hundreds of micro, small and medium sized businesses across the county who could be at risk of trading illegally
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27th April 2021
Sygnature Discovery expands US presence with office in Bay Area biotech hub
The new office presence comes in the wake of another year of impressive growth for the company, which has recently expanded operations at its headquarters in Nottingham, UK, as well as opening a second co-located integrated drug discovery site at the worl
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27th April 2021
Local Logistics Firm Reveals Top 100 Place
Ambitious independent logistics operator Europa Worldwide Group which has three sites based in the East Midlands, has appeared for the first time in The Sunday Times Profit Track 100 2021, which ranks Britain’s 100 private companies with the fastest-growi
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27th April 2021
LOUGHBOROUGH'S BLUE LIGHT CARD COMPLETES 60TH HIRE IN 12 MONTHS
Blue Light Card, the UK’s leading specialist discount service for the emergency services, NHS, social care sector and armed forces, has announced a record 60 hires in the 12 months leading up to March 2021, creating a variety of jobs in Loughborough
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27th April 2021
Greenzone complete shareholder buy out to launch its growth plan
An independent waste management business, Greenzone Facilities Management Ltd, has successfully completed a shareholder buy out with support from Virgin Money.
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27th April 2021
MAVEN CAPITAL PARTNERS AQUIRES NOTTINGHAM PROPERTY FOR £3.7 MILLION
UK Alternative Asset Manager aims to secure planning consent for purpose built student accommodation scheme.
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27th April 2021
TWYCROSS ZOO BOOSTED BY DONATION FROM AMAZON
Twycross Zoo in Atherstone has received a donation from the Amazon fulfilment centre team in Kegworth.
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27th April 2021
Experienced project and operations professional joins Mather Jamie
Experienced project and operations professional Andy Smith has joined Loughborough based strategic land and commercial property consultancy Mather Jamie as their business manager.
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26th April 2021
FHP hires two business rates experts
Leading property consultancy, FHP, has strengthened its business rates team by investing in the appointment of two new hires.
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26th April 2021
RUSSELL ROOF TILES ANNOUNCES LATEST MOD PROJECT
Burton based roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has been selected for its first Ministry of Defence (MOD) re-roofing project in Oxfordshire – the latest in a long line of MOD contracts.
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26th April 2021
A former Market Harborough nightclub is set to be transformed into high-end boutique apartments
A former Market Harborough nightclub is set to be transformed into high-end boutique apartments by a specialist property company run by a family who used to enjoy nights out at the venue.
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26th April 2021
HAT-TRICK SUPPLIER ANNOUNCEMENT FOR FOOD CONSULTANCY FIRM
MARKET-LEADING consultancy company The Good Food Group has announced its position as a supplier for three major UK retailers, Holland & Barratt, Superdrug and Co-op.
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26th April 2021
£15m nuclear research facility moves step closer
Derby’s bid to establish a world-class advanced manufacturing research centre at Infinity Park Derby has taken a step closer, with the submission of a full planning application by Infinity Park Derby LLP.
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26th April 2021
Lancaster House deal opens pathway for entrepreneur hub in Nottingham
A family property development firm has struck a deal to purchase a serviced office building in Nottingham with a view to turn it into a hub for entrepreneurs.
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26th April 2021
MAY GROWTH HUB WEBINARS
If you want to improve your business skills and knowledge, book yourself onto a free workshop or webinar from the Growth Hub this May
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26th April 2021
Nottingham office space provider Cubo fills 5th floor!
Cubo opened its doors in Nottingham in October 2020 and with popularity growing for flexibly serviced offices and safe co-working space they have now filled their 5th floor!
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26th April 2021
Ibstock plc confirms investment in pathfinder project to achieve world’s first Net Zero brick factory
Ibstock plc has confirmed its intention to make a major investment in one of its brick factories in the West Midlands. The factory will be a pathfinder project to test and pilot operational efficiencies which, the company believes, will lead to Atlas beco
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26th April 2021
East Midlands small business confidence rebounds to highest level in UK
Confidence levels amongst small businesses in the East Midlands are the highest in the UK, according to the latest study by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB).
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26th April 2021
Charity CEO Rolls Up Her Sleeves In Honour of Captain Tom
A Derbyshire charity chief executive has set herself a fundraising challenge to complete 100 jobs and good deeds as part of the campaign inspired by Captain Sir Tom Moore.
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26th April 2021
Chartered Financial Planner bolsters team at Midlands wealth management firm
Leicester-headquartered Smith Cooper Independent Financial Services (SCIFS), independent financial solutions provider and member of the Smith Cooper group, has further enhanced their team of specialist financial advisors
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26th April 2021
PLANS SUBMITTED FOR A 692-UNIT STUDENT LIVING SCHEME IN NOTTINGHAM
UK RESIDENTIAL and commercial property developer Godwin Developments has submitted proposals for a 692-unit purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) scheme in Nottingham city centre, on the site of the former Royal Mail sorting office.
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26th April 2021
Octavian UK secures place on powerful public sector framework
Nottinghamshire multi-services specialists Octavian Security UK have landed a place on the prestigious Fusion 21 Framework.
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26th April 2021
East Midlands To Make Big Economic Strides By The End Of 2021 Says Report
Leicester Sees Biggest Gains In Output Growth But A Significant Fall In Job Numbers
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26th April 2021
Nottingham counsellor releases major new study into loneliness
A Nottingham counsellor's major new survey aimed at uncovering the root causes and prevalence of loneliness in adults across the East Midlands has revealed some surprising results.
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26th April 2021
Cervidae acquires Beaumont Leys neighbourhood retail park from British Land
Cervidae, the international investment and development company, has acquired Fletcher mall, a retail site forming part of Beaumont Leys district retail park in Leicester, from British Land.
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23rd April 2021
Derbyshire sports firm celebrates record-breaking year despite Covid restrictions
A DERBYSHIRE sports firm which runs “exciting and creative” PE lessons and holiday clubs for children has recorded a record-breaking year – despite only being fully-operational for five months of the year.
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23rd April 2021
Leicester’s Anicca Digital cements agency growth with new recruits
Award winning Leicester based agency Anicca Digital is celebrating business growth with eight new hires. Anicca is a proudly independent marketing agency, providing digital marketing support, including SEO, PR and PPC, to some of the UK’s best-known and w
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23rd April 2021
UK’s leading designer, supplier and operator of critical communication infrastructure completes MBO
Team Telecom Group (TTG), the international communications organisation behind Affini and Simoco Wireless Solutions have concluded a Management Buy-Out (MBO). The Group was already partially owned by the existing management team, who have now bought the r
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23rd April 2021
Ward invests £2million in green upgrade to vehicle fleet
Derbyshire-based metal and waste recycling specialist, Ward, has invested over £2million in upgrading its materials handling vehicles to improve energy efficiency and safety across its 120 strong fleet.
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23rd April 2021
Derby businesswoman Natalie Bamford shortlisted for national award
A DERBY businesswoman has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award after setting up a personalised gift company when the coronavirus pandemic was at its peak.
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22nd April 2021
Autotech Academy Announces First College Partnership
Chesterfield College has become the first college to officially sign up to Autotech Academy – the innovative internship program launched by Autotech Group earlier this year.
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22nd April 2021
Deetu and Blueprint Shortlisted for National Award
Deetu, part of the wider BWB Group, alongsideBlueprint, the developer behind award-winning Nottingham neighbourhoods such as Green Street in The Meadows and Trent Basin, have been shortlisted for anational award.
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22nd April 2021
STEPNELL CEMENTS CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS WITH NEW COMMERCIAL BUILDS
COMPLETE construction partner Stepnell has made progress on four commercial schemes for long-standing clients throughout the East Midlands, helping to boost economic growth across the region and supporting the expansion of local businesses.
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22nd April 2021
New Development Director Joins Pall-Ex Group
Pall-Ex Group is continuing its mission to recruit quality SMEs and expand its pallet network shareholder membership with the appointment of a new Network Development Director.
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22nd April 2021
Smith Cooper press release - Year end reflection
“We’re emerging from this period with better, more ingrained relationships with our clients” Accountancy and Business Advisory services firm Smith Cooper reflects on the last year
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22nd April 2021
News release: New Director to lead apprenticeships and employer services at Nottingham College
Becoming the lead provider of apprenticeships and provider of choice for all businesses in Nottingham – this is the mission of Nottingham College’s new Group Director of Apprenticeships and Employer Services, who joined the college just a few weeks ago.
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22nd April 2021
KuKu Cocktail Hour - Wednesday, 28th April 5-6pm
Business networking with 1000s Facebook Live in the KuKu Connect Corona Group
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22nd April 2021
World Day for Safety and Health at Work
In acknowledgement of World Day for Safety and Health at Work, we are delighted to share the latest news in our endeavours to be a responsible global workwear solutions supplier:
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21st April 2021
WatchPilot Appoints Head of Creative
Nicolas Hawke joins the team from Time Products
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21st April 2021
Leicester-local appointed by SME bank to support East Midlands’ businesses
Leicester-local, Reena Pithwa, is heading up the new Midlands Relationship Management division at Allica Bank, helping to launch its direct-to-SMEs banking offering.
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21st April 2021
Leicestershire Businessman Makes International Power List
The Chairman of a Leicestershire pharmaceuticals business has been selected as one of 60 international leaders and innovators to feature on a top industry influencer list.
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21st April 2021
Infrastructure contractor appointed at East Midlands logistics scheme
Developers of an eight unit landmark warehouse and logistics scheme totalling 1.4m sq. ft off junction 29a of the M1, have appointed a contractor for the off and on-site infrastructure.
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21st April 2021
The key to Leicester’s economic future: The first phase of Space Park Leicester is completed
The keys to a pioneering £100 million research, innovation and teaching hub for space-related high-tech companies and researchers in Leicester have been handed over following the completion of the first phase of building work.
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21st April 2021
Microlise launches Trailer Brake Performance Monitoring to help fleet operators reduce Vehicle Off Road time
Microlise, the UK’s leading provider of transport management software to fleet operators, has launched new Trailer Brake Performance Monitoring capabilities. Microlise Trailer Brake Performance Monitoring will help fleet operators reduce Vehicle Off Road
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21st April 2021
NG brings a touch of class to market with new office instruction
Commercial property specialists NG Chartered Surveyors have brought to market a fantastic period office in the heart of Nottingham's professional services quarter.
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21st April 2021
Leicestershire based Andrew Granger & Co get green light on driverless car technology test track in Aylesbury
Oakley Airfield is set to have a new lease of life as a state-of-the-art testing facility for driverless and automated car technology thanks to Leicestershire based, Andrew Granger & Co’s planning and development team.
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21st April 2021
Food Innovation Centre turns the spotlight on alternative proteins as Better Nature celebrates £1.6m crowdfunding success
An ambitious plant-based food company supported by the Food Innovation Centre in its infancy has raised £1.6 million via crowdfunding.
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21st April 2021
The Superbia Group commits to accountability and living its core values with the formation of a new independent ESG Advisory Board
The Superbia Group has today signalled its intent to live its values by announcing the appointment of a new independent ESG Advisory Board. The new committee of seven people from various professional backgrounds and perspectives will be chaired by Georgin
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21st April 2021
Ibstock commitment targets 40% reduction in plastic use by 2025.
Ibstock plc, the leading manufacturer of clay bricks and concrete products in the UK, has reiterated its pledge to reducing plastic use by 40% by 2025.
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21st April 2021
Burton's revamp celebrated as part of Chamber campaign
Burton town centre’s revamp will be one of several topics discussed as part of a five-week, virtual Chamber business campaign taking place in June.
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21st April 2021
LEXUS DERBY RECEIVES 2021 EUROPEAN KIWAMI AWARD HONOURING RETAILER EXCELLENCE IN EUROPE
Lexus Derby is one of 10 Lexus retailers judged to be the best in Europe in the 2021 Kiwami Awards. The honours reward all-round excellence achieved in the most challenging trading conditions the brand has ever experienced.
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21st April 2021
New Nottingham e-commerce start-up launches during pandemic
A new e-commerce start-up has been founded by Luke Northbrooke, a passionate climber and Nottingham University graduate, with the aim of building a digitally focussed business to disrupt the elite-focussed and digitally poor incumbent options.
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21st April 2021
Does Marketing Matter? | TBI Podcast | Episode 13
In this episode, our host interviews Mark Schaefer, an author and a leader in the field of marketing. We discuss the role of marketing in a post-Covid world and how technological advancements have impacted the world of marketing.
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21st April 2021
COOPER PARRY WELCOME NEW, HIGH GROWTH TAX PARTNER
James Peck has joined Cooper Parry’s CP Futures Scale Up team as Tax Partner after 8 years in the Fast Growth Technology/Media team at Grant Thornton.
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21st April 2021
East Midlands manufacturers wanted as Barometer aims to uncover if COVID-19 has changed industry working practices forever
The largest survey of small to medium-sized (SME) manufacturing companies in the East Midlands has been launched todayto record trends in performance and confidence levels across the sector, whilstalso exploring how firms are supporting their staff as a r
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20th April 2021
Estate management contract for Lockington Estate won by Mather Jamie
The estate management division of land development and property agents Mather Jamie has won the contract to manage the Lockington Estate in Leicestershire.
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20th April 2021
Chesterfield’s Still Blooming returns for 2021
Chesterfield Borough Council is repeating its popular competition for residents called ‘Chesterfield’s Still Blooming’ that aims to find the best sunflowers in the borough.
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20th April 2021
Old Stapleford Bank Transformed to Home Notts Funeral Directors A.W. Lymn
Nottinghamshire’s largest independent funeral directors, A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, has transformed an old bank to expand its offering to the community of Stapleford.
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20th April 2021
Sales Team Expansion at Tecserv UK
Underwood based fire and security system installation and maintenance specialists Tecserv UK has further boosted its sales team following the appointment of Steven Carruthers as a system sales executive.
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20th April 2021
INNES ENGLAND HELPS NOTTINGHAM SPORTS EQUIPMENT COMPANY TO EXPAND
FITNESS equipment hire company Indoor Sport Services has sold its premises at a well-established Nottingham industrial estate, as it prepares to expand following a deal brokered by commercial property agent Innes England.
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19th April 2021
Local Colleges Highlight HE Options
Three local colleges have joined forces to raise awareness of the options available to study a university-level course close to home with the flexibility of fitting studies around their work and family commitments.
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19th April 2021
TRITON COMPLETES DERBY SCHOOL RESCUE PROJECT
Triton Construction has completed the transformation of vacant office premises in Derby to provide a temporary new school for St Mary’s Catholic Voluntary Academy following a devastating arson attack.
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19th April 2021
CONSTRUCTION FIRM STRENGTHENS HEALTH AND SAFETY EXPERTISE WITH NEW HIRE
NATIONAL contractor The Input Group has strengthened its team with the hire of new health and safety advisor, Gavin McCart, following a successful year of growth.
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19th April 2021
Coffee specialist Will Kenney joins 200 Degrees senior team
Specialist coffee roaster and wholesaler 200 Degrees Coffee has welcomed Will Kenney as commercial director.
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19th April 2021
Charity bosses switch gears to raise £100,000 for young people by peddling new campaign
The Mighty Creatives, in partnership with Switch Up, is excited to announce the launch of Boss Bike Rides – a new campaign inviting professionals to collectively cycle 1,000,000 km to raise £100K for children and young people living in poverty.
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19th April 2021
“Ikonic” Luxury Housing Development Set for Pole Position in East Midlands Property Market
Foundations have been laid for an exclusive new housing development in Castle Donington that gains its inspiration from the world famous racetrack nearby.
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19th April 2021
Midlands charities receive £30,000 from The Cadbury Foundation
Seven charities from across the Midlands have been chosen by employees at Mondelēz International sites throughout the region, to receive a donation of up to £5,000.
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19th April 2021
Develop Training Announces Senior Promotion
Develop Training, the UK's leading accredited provider of compliance, technical and safety training, is delighted to confirm the promotion of Matthew Gray to the new role of Head of Operations and Training.
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19th April 2021
Safe and Sound Gears Up For Mobile Support In Local Communities
Specialist local charity Safe and Sound has bought its first minibus to enable youth and support workers to help and protect more children and young people in local communities.
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19th April 2021
CCM Group supports flexible working with ‘work from anywhere’ scheme
Nottinghamshire-based creative business is allowing all office-based staff to choose where they work under a new flexibility scheme launched by the business in December 2020.
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19th April 2021
Derbyshire insulation manufacturer lands £250,000 funding package
One of the UK’s leading building insulation manufacturers, YBS Insulation (“YBS”), has received a £250,000 loan to progress its growth plans.
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19th April 2021
NOTTINGHAM CASTLE CONFIRMS IT WILL OPEN THIS SUMMER AS FIRST INTERIOR PHOTOS ARE REVEALED
FOLLOWING its £30million redevelopment, the first images of Nottingham Castle and the new home of Robin Hood have been released to celebrate that the historic Ducal Palace and grounds will reopen on Monday 21st June 2021.
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16th April 2021
Nottingham Trent University’s University Hall wins prestigious restoration award
Nottingham Trent University’s sympathetic renovation of a former Wesleyan Chapel into a graduation and music venue has been recognised with a prestigious award from the Association for University Directors of Estates (AUDE).
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16th April 2021
Treetops Hospice is announced as chosen charity in final stage of G F Tomlinson Local Communities Partnership Programme
Midlands-based contractor G F Tomlinson will forge a longstanding partnership with Treetops Hospice as part of its new Local Communities Partnership Programme, providing ongoing support and construction-based assistance to fulfil a community project for t
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16th April 2021
The Best House Builder in the UK is in rural North Nottinghamshire!
Woodhead Homes named best in the UK
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16th April 2021
NORTH NOTTS BOOK BENCH TRAIL RETURNS THIS SUMMER
SCHOOLS across North Nottinghamshire are getting ready to showcase their creative talents to the region – as they add the finishing touches to their North Notts Journeys 'BookBenches’ ahead of the sculpture trail launch this summer.
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16th April 2021
LLEP is first Local Enterprise Partnership to become Carbon Literate
The Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership Ltd. (LLEP) is the first Local Enterprise Partnership in the country to achieve a bronze level Carbon Literacy Award from The Carbon Literacy Project. The LLEP employees undertook a comprehensive tra
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16th April 2021
Midlands housebuilder builds marketing team
Mansfield based Rippon Homes has expanded its marketing team with two new recruits to accommodate its rapidly increasing number of developments across the midlands.
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15th April 2021
Leicester media agency supports more than 2 million people during pandemic
Fraser Urquhart Media, a Leicester-based PR and Publishing company, is, today, celebrating two important milestones: notching up a reach of more than 2 million with its inbox newsletters and social media; and publishing its 150th newsletter edition since
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15th April 2021
LEADING MIDLANDS HOMEWARE BRAND SHOWN DIGITAL WAY FORWARD BY WELL TRAINING
A heritage Midlands homeware brand have boosted their programme for developing their staff through a partnership with leading global development provider WELL Training.
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15th April 2021
ACCESS LEGAL APPOINTS LAW TECH AUTHORITY TO DRIVE PRODUCT INNOVATION
The new legal software division of The Access Group is continuing to make an impact on the sector, unveiling a leading figure in the law tech space as Head of Product at Access Legal.
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15th April 2021
HR platform built for remote working raises further £1.3m
A HR software platform which helps companies to manage remote workers has raised a further £1,275,000 to fund its rapid expansion.
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15th April 2021
TEQ’s parent company Sonoco Joins Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council
The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) is pleased to welcome Sonoco, a producer of high-quality healthcare packaging for clinical and consumer needs, as its newest member. Sonoco’s Healthcare Packaging business is part of Sonoco, a $5.2 billion
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15th April 2021
Countryside becomes first housebuilder to commit to £800 million Fairham scheme
Housebuilder Countrysidehas been announced as the first company set to develop new homes at Fairham, the new £800 million neighbourhood for Nottingham.
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15th April 2021
KuKu Connect - Business Live Global April must-attend event - Friday, 23rd April 2021
KuKu Connect are delighted to invite you to the April Business Live Global super-network event, which is a brilliant new and exciting opportunity to join a super-network and business support community, which is already stretching out all over the UK and o
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14th April 2021
The Chesterfield College Group helps businesses make the most of the new apprenticeship bonus scheme
Apprenticeship experts from Learning Unlimited, part of the Chesterfield College Group, are helping businesses to make the most of an apprenticeship bonus scheme which offers up to £4,000 to employers who recruit an apprentice.
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14th April 2021
Timms Solicitors’ First Virtual Conference Supports Local Charities
Leading law firm Timms Solicitors has presented cheques to Derby and Burton Child Contact Centres following its annual childcare conference for fellow professionals.
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14th April 2021
trentbarton buses in Nottingham& Derby priority trial
Nine red arrow coaches are getting a quicker green light at key traffic junctions in Nottingham and Derby from this week.
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14th April 2021
PERMAROOF ADDS ECO-FRIENDLY POLYISO BOARD TO PRODUCT PORTFOLIO
LEADING roof supplier Permaroof has added Firestone ISOGARD™ HD to its growing portfolio of building products – making the innovative and environmentally-friendly polyiso board more widely available to the UK market.
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14th April 2021
New office and recruitment drive for innovative Nottingham tech firm
Fast-growing Nottingham hospitality tech firm, Groubook has relocated its head office to the city centre to facilitate its ambitious growth plans.
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14th April 2021
The Story of the British Billionaire Brand: Reebok | TBI Podcast | Episode 12
In this episode, our host interviews Joe Foster, founder of British Trainer Brand Reebok. We explore Foster's story of persistence, resilience and grit as we follow his journey from running a family business in Bolton to becoming a global brand, generatin
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14th April 2021
CS2 switches to Thermo King and MFS for the first time
Specialist East Midlands temperature-controlled warehouse and distribution operator CS2 Transport Ltd has upgraded its 60-strong all-refrigerated fleet with the addition of four new DAF 26 tonne rigids that have each been specified with G&A multi-temperat
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14th April 2021
Nottinghamshire businessmen launch next-generation business park
The directors of a well-known Nottinghamshire aggregate and demolition firm have revealed a new industrial development that is being snapped up by expanding tenants just a week after its official launch.
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13th April 2021
£3.9m expansion complete at Staffordshire secondary school
Midlands contractor G F Tomlinson has handed over construction works for the £3.9m expansion and renovation of King Edward VI School in Lichfield, Staffordshire.
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13th April 2021
BAKERY REOPENS OUTDOOR SEATING AS RESTRICTIONS BEGIN TO EASE
BIRDS BAKERY has announced the re-opening of its outdoor seating areas at a number of its stores, following the latest government guidelines around hospitality venues.
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13th April 2021
Further growth for Nottingham medical research charity’s Board of Trustees
FRAME, the Nottingham medical research charity committed to reducing the number of animals used in scientific testing, has appointed Dr Anja Petrie, a Named Veterinary Surgeon (NVS) and the Named Information Officer (NIO) at the University of Aberdeen,
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13th April 2021
Derbyshire craft business unveils outdoor workshops plans to brighten up the summer.
Spring has arrived, and with the days getting longer and lockdown restrictions easing, Hilton based craft business Crafty You Crafty Me has launched their 2021 series of Craft in the Park workshops.
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13th April 2021
Murder case solved by forensic students
The grisly discovery of a body on West Nottinghamshire College’s field saw forensic teams in action gathering evidence for the police in March.
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13th April 2021
GROWING NOTTINGHAM LAW FIRM REVEALS EXPANSION PLANS
A Nottingham law firm is continuing to expand as it takes on more staff and extra office space to cope with the growing demand for its services.
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13th April 2021
IoD appoints Dr Rona Mackenzie as Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Chair
The Institute of Directors (IoD) has appointed Dr Rona Mackenzie as Chair for Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
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12th April 2021
Charity and community work award helps Invictus Group to forge a new exciting partnership
A kind-hearted Derbyshire firm which has given up its time to help others and raised thousands of pounds for charity has been recognised for its contribution to the community.
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12th April 2021
Fundraising success as Visual Print and Design complete 1 million step challenge
Throughout March, the Lincoln based print and design company, Visual Print and Design, took on the difficult task of collectively walking 1 million steps to raise money for the charity, Marie Curie.
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12th April 2021
J Tomlinson in the running for Contractor of the Year title at 2021 Northern Housing Awards
J Tomlinson is delighted to have been shortlisted for a prestigious accolade at this year’s Northern Housing Awards.
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12th April 2021
Notts Developer ‘On Side’ With Broxtowe United Sponsorship Deal
An award-winning Nottingham property developer is putting community first by investing in a full club sponsorship deal with a renowned local football team.
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12th April 2021
THIRD YEAR OF CHARTERED KUDOS FOR EAST MIDLANDS MARKETER
East Midlands marketer is Awarded chartered kudos through the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) for a third consecutive year.
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12th April 2021
Fortus bolsters senior team with new VAT hire
Fortus Business Advisors & Accountants is welcoming the arrival of senior VAT specialist, David McGeachy, who will be joining as Head of VAT.
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12th April 2021
FARM & LAND DEAL COMPLETES FOR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT IN NORMANTON ON SOAR
Commercial property agency and strategic land development specialists Mather Jamie has completed the sale of prime development land in Normanton on Soar to Nottingham based company Sheppard Developments.
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12th April 2021
Design for success - Nottingham architectural firm in running for Britain’s best business start-up award
The Practical Planning Company has been shortlisted in the 2021 Small Awards
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12th April 2021
HEAD OF CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS AND DEVELOPMENT JOINS OPUS TRUST
Opus Trust Communications, the omnichannel communications specialist headquartered in Leicester, has announced the appointment of former Royal Mail senior manager,Danijel Karadza,as Head of Customer Relationshipsand Development.
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12th April 2021
Marketing suite opens at Charterpoint’s new Bingham care home
The marketing suite for one of Nottinghamshire’s latest care homes has opened its doors, paving the way for the first residents to move in during the summer.
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12th April 2021
Leicester firm's key appointment for luxury hotel contract
A newcomer to a leading specialist interior fit-out contractor has encouraged more women to consider a career in the construction industry.
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12th April 2021
Small business confidence rebounds as shops re-open in England and Wales
Close to two thirds (58%) of small businesses expect their performance to improve this quarter, and fewer than one in three (31%) expect theirs will worsen, according to the latest FSB study of almost 1,700 business owners.
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9th April 2021
LOCKDOWN DRIVES GROWTH WITH 15 JOBS CREATED AS JOHN PYE REOPENS
THE UK’S largest auction house network John Pye Auctions is set to re-open its doors on Monday (12 April) and is celebrating the creation of 15 new jobs, as the firm expands operations in response to the growing market demand.
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8th April 2021
Chesterfield Borough Council is working with the HSE to make sure businesses are Covid-secure
Chesterfield Borough Council is working with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to contact businesses in Chesterfield to offer support and guidance and to check they have Covid-secure measures in place and to help tackle the spread of coronavirus (Covi
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8th April 2021
Marshall Fleet Solutions invests in brand new state-of-the-art Midlands Depot and another significant 24/7 service facility for Thermo King
Leading commercial vehicle company Marshall Fleet Solutions has announced that, as part of its continued investment and growth strategy, the company is to invest in a brand new, multi-million pound, 26,000 m² purpose-built flagship depot that will be cent
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8th April 2021
WHAT SHOPPERS CAN EXPECT AT VICTORIA CENTRE FROM 12 APRIL
Victoria Centre has announced details about the reopening of non-essential retail, so shoppers in Nottingham know what to expect when they visit the centre from Monday 12 April.
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8th April 2021
Joint venture just the ticket as newly-combined recruitment firms set for growth
Just Food Recruitment, the Nottinghamshire-based specialist recruitment firm for the senior food manufacturing industry, has joined forces with NJB Human Capital to form a new joint venture.
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8th April 2021
Green Light for 153-Home Walton Hospital Transformation
Vistry Partnerships has started redeveloping part of the Walton Hospital in Chesterfield after securing planning permission from the Borough Council and agreeing a deal with Homes England for the site.
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8th April 2021
BAKERY HOPS TO SUCCESS AS THOUSANDS OF HOT CROSS BUNS SELL OVER EASTER PERIOD
A MIGHTY 182,000 hot cross buns and sweet treats were made and sold by much-loved East Midlands-based Birds Bakery in the lead up to Easter Sunday.
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8th April 2021
£300k NPIF funding provides a lift for Chesterfield manufacturer
A Chesterfield company has secured a £300,000 loan from NPIF – Mercia Debt Finance, which is managed by Mercia and part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund.
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8th April 2021
LEADERSHIP LEAPS A GENERATION AT NOTTINGHAM ACCOUNTANCY FIRM
New partner appointments recognise the commitment and contribution of younger staff at Page Kirk
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8th April 2021
ACCESS GROUP HELPS FIRMS UNLOCK LIMITLESS POTENTIAL WITH NEW LEGAL TECHNOLOGY DIVISION
The Access Group, one of the UK’s leading software providers has officially launched its new legal software division, Access Legal, promising to help the UK’s most ambitious law firms achieve their potential through a powerful suite of technology.
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8th April 2021
LOCKDOWN LIFTING: HOW YOU CAN PREPARE FOR RESTRICTIONS EASING
THE second stage of lockdown-easing measures is due to take place next week – but people should still take precautions to protect themselves from coronavirus, an expert pharmacist at MedsOnline247 has warned.
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7th April 2021
Cathedral Quarter BID Achieves Quality Kitemark
Derby Cathedral Quarter Business Improvement District (BID) has become one of the first in the UK to be awarded a BID industry kitemark for the quality of its work.
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7th April 2021
MILLER HOMES MAKES EGG-CELLENT DONATION TO THE ASHBOURNE FOOD BANK
Miller Homes East Midlands has helped out the Easter Bunny during his busiest time of year, with a donation of 50 Easter eggs to the Ashbourne Food Bank.
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7th April 2021
New chief executive for Relate Derby & Southern Derbyshire
Rachel Morris, who has been a key figure in the development of Derby Cathedral, is the new Chief Executive of Relate Derby and Southern Derbyshire.
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7th April 2021
Eden Appoints New Head of Digital & Social
Nottingham based Eden Public Relations has expanded its team with the appointment of Anna Bridgeman as Head of Digital & Social Media, who will lead the agency’s specialist social communications and digital marketing division.
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7th April 2021
Provider of technical integrated fire and security solutions secures significant investment from Key Capital Partners
Private Equity house Key Capital Partners (KCP) has completed a significant investment into a specialist provider of cutting-edge integrated fire safety and security solutions, Total Integrated Solutions (TIS), to support its continued growth and expansio
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7th April 2021
Eco-friendly salon group in new initiative to improve recycling
East Midlands salon group, KH Hair, is proud to announce a new partnership with the Green Salon Collective (GSC) in a bid to increase recycling of waste and reduce pollution in the environment.
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7th April 2021
Grantham College to Receive £1.5m for Engineering and Construction
An engineering and construction skills facility at Grantham College is to be upgraded thanks to a grant of £1.5 million from the Getting Building Fund.
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7th April 2021
Pall-Ex Group raises over £10,000 for Combat Stress
Pall-Ex Group has raised over £10,000 for Combat Stress, the veterans’ mental health charity, during its March in March challenge.
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7th April 2021
Premier deal for NG as community living support specialist expands into Nottingham
A community living support specialist has expanded into Nottingham following a deal brokered by commercial property specialists NG Chartered Surveyors.
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7th April 2021
New Director revealed at Cherry Professional as it sets out ambitious growth plans
East Midlands recruitment company, Cherry Professional, has strengthened its Senior Leadership Team with the appointment of Ian Machell as its new Divisional Director.
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7th April 2021
Sweet success for seven in high-profile catering challenge
Hospitality and catering students at West Nottinghamshire College are raising their mocktail glasses in celebration after discovering they’re through to the heats of a prestigious national competition.
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7th April 2021
Scaling Up: Art or Science? | TBI Podcast | Episode 11
In this episode, our host interviews Nick Bradley, an entrepreneur and expert in scaling up. We discuss the differences between start-ups and scale-ups, the reasons for scaling up, and whether growth should be organic or through acquisitions.
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7th April 2021
Nottingham-based healthcare firm launches COVID test-at-home kit which monitors antibody levels
With NHS research indicating that men produce higher antibodies levels in response to COVID-19, leading UK healthcare company Medichecks has launched an antibody test to track unique responses to the virus or the vaccine.
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6th April 2021
City Pools Re-open to Public
The charitable trust which manages two swimming pools in the city is starting a phased re-opening of both facilities to the public from April 12.
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6th April 2021
Robin Hood joins the digital age thanks to computer scientists’ ideas
Bringing the ancient tale of Robin Hood and Sherwood Forest up-to-date with the latest 5G technologies was one of the challenges lined up for computer science students during their industry week (22-26 March).
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6th April 2021
ASHBY FOODBANK RECEIVES £250 CONTRIBUTION FROM LOCAL HOMEBUILDER
Leicestershire housebuilder David Wilson Homes has donated £250 to Ashby Foodbank to help its volunteers continue to go above and beyond for those in need during the Covid-19 crisis.
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6th April 2021
New faces, branding and website for IT firm with ambitious growth plans
A fast-growing IT support business has revealed ambitious job creation plans on the back of a complete rebrand of the firm.
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6th April 2021
Octavian reveals new Armed Forces Champion
Nottinghamshire-based multi-services provider Octavian is delighted to announce the appointment of a new Armed Forces Champion within the company.
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6th April 2021
Further Promotions at Commercial Property Agency
Specialist land development and property consultancy, Mather Jamie has announced the promotion of Lydia Tatar to Commercial Management Surveyor.
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6th April 2021
Chesterfield cultural venues receive a further funding boost
Chesterfield Theatres and Chesterfield Museum have received a further funding boost to help support them through the Covid-19 restrictions and ensure they can continue offering unique experiences for Chesterfield residents and visitors.
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6th April 2021
IoD appoints Sophie Breeden as Senior Branch Manager
The Institute of Directors has appointed Sophie Breeden as Senior Branch Manager for the Midlands.
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6th April 2021
Leicester company expands into Spanish market
Printing specialists EverythingBranded to launch expansion into the Spanish market
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6th April 2021
MP judges Easter Egg Competition for Care Staff
West Bridgford based care at home company, PerCurra, has been running an Easter-themed competition for its frontline staff and the winners have been announced. Congratulations to Homecare Assistants Georgia Elliott, Wenda Scotney and Kerry-Ann McCarthy
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6th April 2021
Spring Back to Walesby Forest this April!
Families are once again able to experience adventure in Nottinghamshire’s Sherwood Forest as outdoor activity centre Walesby Forest prepares to reopen its 250 acres from Monday 12th April.
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6th April 2021
Funeral director Helen marks 25 years of caring at Gillotts
A funeral director who was one of only a handful of women to work in the industry when she took a job as a receptionist is celebrating 25 years of service working for the same company.
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6th April 2021
EAST MIDLANDS FIRMS BACK PACE OF COVID-19 LOCKDOWN EASING
The majority of East Midlands businesses support the pace of easing of lockdown restrictions, according to the latest data from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking research, with two-thirds ready to operate at close to full capacity when COVID-19 restrictions
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6th April 2021
Safe and Sound Launches Wider Exploitation Programme
Derbyshire’s specialist child exploitation charity, Safe and Sound, has launched a new far-reaching programme in response to the increased vulnerabilities amongst children and young people to wider exploitation.
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6th April 2021
Leics property firm makes string of promotions
A leading property consultancy has made 12 promotions across its Leicestershire offices as part of the firm’s ongoing growth.
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1st April 2021
Four senior appointments and 12 new vacancies help Medichecks chart its healthcare growth story
One of the UK’s leading providers of private at-home health tests, Medichecks, has unveiled a new senior leadership team and a dozen exciting new career openings to help drive growth and further enhance its links with the NHS, retail partners and the publ
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1st April 2021
Energy expert explains how to keep rampant costs down
Adding to pandemic restriction misery, homeowners and consumers are now being met with a hike in energy prices. Keith Bastian, CEO and founder of Outfox the Market, explains how people can keep their costs down.
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1st April 2021
Derby merger brings new growth for connectivity and communications
Derby communications and business telecoms provider EVAD further cements its plans for growth in the region as they join forces with longstanding city mobile phone firm Century Mobile.
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1st April 2021
Leicester fabricator eyes growth after acquiring precision engineering company
Aerofab Fabrications has acquired fellow Leicester company Paton Precision Engineering in a move that secures 18 jobs and creates a platform for growth opportunities for both companies.
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1st April 2021
Robinson's 2020 Annual report highlights another strong year – strategically, financially and sustainably
Robinson – the manufacturer specialising in value added custom packaging – has published its 2020 Annual report showcasing a successful year with a revitalised business strategy, increased sales, a radical re-brand and millions of pounds of investment.
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1st April 2021
Strictly stars Janette and Aljaz and reveal their lockdown woes to Newark counsellor on podcast
Strictly Come Dancing couple Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec have opened up about their mental health to Newark psychotherapist Kevin Guthrie on his podcast.
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1st April 2021
Nottingham fitness fanatics raise over £1,500 for MIND after completing gruelling 48 miles in 48 hours challenge
Two budding Nottingham fitness fanatics teamed up to complete an immense lockdown running challenge over the weekend to raise awareness for mental health issues as well as funds for the UK’s leading charity, MIND.
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1st April 2021
Bear hugs and surprise gifts give children battling health issues a lift in lockdown
Struggling children are receiving a lockdown lift - and bear hugs - thanks to a major effort to bring joy to youngsters battling serious health issues.
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