News from June 2021
30th June 2021
Ground broken on 26-home Harworth development
Work is underway to transform an area of disused land in the North Nottinghamshire village of Harworth, bringing 26 new-build homes to the area.
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30th June 2021
East Midlands auction house unveils its new Business and Property department
THE UK’s largest online auction house has unveiled its new Business and Property department to further support their one-stop-shop offering.
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30th June 2021
HR Solutions celebrates 20th anniversary year!
An award-winning HR firm which is expanding rapidly across the East Midlands is celebrating its 20th anniversary. When HR Solutions was first launched by Carol Ann Guilford in June 2001, outsourcing a firm’s human resources needs was a new concept.
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30th June 2021
HiB Managing Director named among winners of SME Leaders 20 award
The Managing Director of Tamworth-based HiB, has been ranked as one of the top business leaders in the UK, as part of the Growing Business Intelligence SME Leaders 20.
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30th June 2021
ONE-OF-A-KIND SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE BAGS FINALIST SPOT IN THE GROCER GOLD AWARDS
FIRST-of-its-kind subscription service The Buyer’s Discovery Club has been announced as a finalist in The Grocer’s 2021 Gold Awards in the ‘Business Initiative of the Year’ category.
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30th June 2021
New report Highlights Family Business as Crucial to Pandemic Recovery
The rebound of family businesses post-pandemic will be critical to the rebuilding of the UK economy, a new report has shown.
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30th June 2021
Greenlight for £1.7m Investment
Burton based pioneering pitched roof tile manufacturer, Russell Roof Tiles, has been given the greenlight for £1.7m plant and building works at its Scottish plant.
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30th June 2021
Be the first to see Fashion students’ unique collections
Victoria Centre shoppers are in for a treat next month when the work of aspiring fashion designers from Nottingham College will be on display.
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30th June 2021
Construction underway on over 230 new homes at Shipley Lakeside
Leading housebuilder, Harron Homes, is making progress on a collection of 232 family-sized homes as a part of Shipley Country Park in Derbyshire.
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30th June 2021
Burton and Uttoxeter MP visits National Brewery Heritage Trust
On Friday 25th June, Member of Parliament for Burton-on-Trent and Uttoxeter, Kate Griffiths, visited representatives of the National Brewery Heritage Trust (NBHT) at the National Brewery Centre (NBC) in Burton.
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30th June 2021
Students’ business idea to support the elderly wins prize funding
A business idea from two University of Derby students to increase online interaction and activity among older people has been backed by a £4,000 prize.
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30th June 2021
Nottingham colleagues take on challenge for children’s hospice
Three colleagues from a Nottinghamshire firm are taking on the challenge of walking the Pennine Way in just 14 days for an East Midlands children’s hospice.
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30th June 2021
Fibrepak packaging can now be manufactured from pulp made from 100 percent recovered waste paper
Leading global thermoformer TEQ has announced that its sub-brand Fibrepak can now use pulp made from 100 percent recovered waste paper in the manufacturing process of its sustainable packaging products.
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30th June 2021
Nottingham home improvements company unveils new showroom in Basford
Basford-based home improvements firm, Stormclad, has opened its third showroom at its head office premises on Basford Road in Nottingham.
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30th June 2021
EAST MIDLANDS BUSINESS CONFIDENCE REMAINS STRONG DESPITE DIP
Business confidence in the East Midlands remains high at 31% despite falling for the first time since January 2021, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking.
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30th June 2021
The Perfect Storm For Retail | The Business Influencer Podcast | Episode 23
In this episode, our host interviews Dr. Jason Wouhra OBE, CEO of Lioncroft (formerly known as EastEnd Foods). He provides his views and insights into the future of independent retail, the impact of Brexit, and the importance of diversity for business per
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30th June 2021
Derby’s Iconic Shopping Parade Fully Occupied
All the business premises in one of Derby Cathedral Quarter’s most iconic streets is now either occupied or under offer, according to commercial property agent Trevor Raybould.
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29th June 2021
Landmark Clifton Village development now complete
An iconic gateway development in Clifton Village is now complete and homes are available to buy and move into immediately in a newly restored Grade II listed rectory building complete with executive properties in its grounds.
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29th June 2021
Double promotion at award-winning property consultancy
FHP has announced the senior promotion of two members of its professional services team in Nottingham, as part of its ongoing growth.
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29th June 2021
NEW PRODUCT MANAGER AT ACCESS LEGAL TO FOCUS ON LAW FIRM COMPLIANCE EFFICIENCY
Access Legal, a division of The Access Group, has appointed a new Product Manager for Legal Content, briefed to help practices become more efficient and effective in legal learning and compliance.
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29th June 2021
Chesterfield Property and Construction Group calls on more professionals to join mentoring programme
The Chesterfield Property and Construction Group has welcomed Chesterfield Borough Council’s drive to increase skills and diversity across the sector.
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29th June 2021
DeltaNet International Launches Phishing Simulation Tool to Help Organisations Combat Phishing Attacks with Cybersecurity Awareness Training
DeltaNet International, a global eLearning provider of compliance training solutions, has today announced the availability of its Phishing Simulator, to help organisations strengthen their cybersecurity awareness training against phishing attacks. Thi
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29th June 2021
PERMAGROUP EXPANDS GROWING TEAM WITH DOUBLE APPOINTMENT
PERMAGROUP – which houses innovative brands that provide permanent solutions to age-old problems – has appointed an apprentice and area sales manager as the firm continues to grow its team and well-established brands.
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29th June 2021
LEICESTERSHIRE GIN DISTILLER REOPENS REFURBISHED ACADEMY
Burleighs Gin, the Leicestershire distiller, has reopened the doors of its popular gin academy after an extensive refurbishment.
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29th June 2021
Events Company Launch Exciting New Tipi Service to Boost COVID Recovery
It’s no secret that the pandemic has significantly challenged the events industry. Even with lockdown restrictions lifted, a hesitancy to return to large indoor events is predicted to continue for some time.
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29th June 2021
UHL donates IT equipment to Leicester homeless charity
Leicester-based homeless charity, The Bridge Homelessness to Hope, has received a donation of IT equipment from University Hospitals Leicester (UHL), in collaboration with its service provider, NTT DATA UK.
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29th June 2021
Cricketing legend encourages Brits to expand their tastebuds this National BBQ Week
Cricketing superstar and chef extraordinaire, Matthew Hoggard MBE, is encouraging Brits to expand their palate as he looks ahead to National BBQ Week.
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29th June 2021
Caring bakery sponsors book about the famous “Belper Moo”
A bakery which moo-ved the community during lockdown has helped immortalise a Derbyshire town’s quirky daily ritual in a book.
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29th June 2021
Lord Victor Adebowale Joins Midlands Health Inequalities Commission as Chair
In response to the wide-reaching impact of the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbating underlying health inequalities within communities, Midlands Innovation Health (MI Health) is leading a new Policy Commission addressing these critical challenges in the Midlands
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29th June 2021
New appointment at Nielsen McAllister continues agency’s expansion
Derby-based public relations and communications specialist Nielsen McAllister has welcomed the latest member to its growing team, with the appointment of Rhiannon Hopper as Account Executive.
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29th June 2021
Pub group raises a glass to revival thanks to help from Managed IT specialist
A Derbyshire managed IT services specialist is playing a vital role in helping an East Midlands independent pub operator recover from the devastating effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on the hospitality sector.
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29th June 2021
Works begin on new £3.4m fire station in Worksop
Midlands-based contractor G F Tomlinson has started works on a new fire station for Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service in Worksop.
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29th June 2021
Alertive Health Care Provider Expansion Plans at Cubo with Flexible Approach to Office Space in Derby
Cubo provides private offices, co-working space and hot desks with breakout spaces, meeting rooms and barista coffee, all with 24/7 access and 24hr security, the ultimate essentials for the modern worker. Cubo currently have sites across the East Midlands
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29th June 2021
Students on a mission towards environmental tutorials for all
With up to 12 million tonnes of plastic ending up in our oceans each year, students from West Nottinghamshire College are aiming to get the message of cutting out or reducing plastic use amongst their peers.
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29th June 2021
Research reveals huge performance gaps between organisations with different levels of resilience
New research in a report launched by MHR International, the HR, payroll, and analytics experts reveals staggering differences in employee performance within UK and Ireland organisations based on their level of workforce resilience.
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29th June 2021
Managed services provider unveils innovative rebrand following strategic transformation
A leading managed services firm has unveiled its strategic transformation into cloud-first solutions provider, Digital Space, following significant investment in new and advancing technologies.
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29th June 2021
Bakery rises to the challenge to scoop national family business award
A Derbyshire-based bakery has won an award which celebrates the best family businesses across the UK.
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28th June 2021
Filmers Garage makes an easy switch to Yee Group for Intruder and Fire Alarms
Burton on Trent based Filmers Garage has been in their words been “looking after customers for 30 years”.
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28th June 2021
Students and apprentices praised for “getting through yet another tough, unpredictable, uncertain year”
Students and apprentices at West Nottinghamshire College have been applauded for their “resilience, determination, creativity and hard work” after coming through another academic year disrupted by the pandemic.
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28th June 2021
LOCAL FISH AND CHIP VAN RETURNS TO WORKSOP FOR NORTH NOTTS FOODFEST
THE INFAMOUS Carroll Brothers fish and chip van will be making a return to Worksop for a limited time only as part of the North Notts FoodFest – which is being held this Saturday (3 June 2021).
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28th June 2021
Healthcare sector remains top target for cybercrime, as NCSC defends the UK health industry from over 700 cyber-attacks during pandemic
Cyber-security experts at Infuse Technology, an IT Managed Service Provider, have warned of the dangers of poor cyber-security hygiene within the healthcare sector, suggesting that failure to implement and maintain cyber-security measures might lead to “i
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28th June 2021
Nottingham confirmed as next stop for National Heart Movement Tour
Iconic American bus supporting the nation’s post-pandemic recovery will combat mental health issues experienced during the pandemic
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28th June 2021
Recruitment boss makes ‘ultimate sacrifice’ in the name of prostate cancer support
David Torrington has endured one of his most difficult ever challenges by taking part in a 255-mile charity cycle ride in aid of Prostate Cancer UK.
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28th June 2021
Fortec is working with FareShare to help fight hunger in the UK
Fortec is proud to be collaborating with FareShare, as the charity works to fight hunger and tackle food waste in the UK.
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28th June 2021
Groubook announces investment round on Seedrs
Nottingham-based technology start-up Groubook has officially announced the launch of its crowdfunding campaign through the crowdfunding equity platform Seedrs.
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25th June 2021
Half Million Investment and New Name
Nottingham based specialist transport technology provider Forward Computers has announced a half million-pound investment in software, as well as a new name and new brand.
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25th June 2021
Derby fashion designer raises a toast to his father-in-law as he creates a new ale in his memory
A Derby fashion designer is hoping city drinkers will join him in raising a glass to his much-missed father-in-law after he created a new bespoke craft ale in his memory.
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25th June 2021
Guided Walks Unlock Historic Tales of Derby Ram Trail Backdrop
Free guided heritage and ghost walks have been organised around the city centre as part of the activity programme to coincide with the popular Derby Ram Trail this summer.
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25th June 2021
GILDERS YARD REACHES NEW HEIGHTS WITH TOPPING OUT CEREMONY
A HISTORIC development in the West Midlands has moved one step closer to completion following a topping out ceremony held by contractor Clegg Construction.
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25th June 2021
Primary school pupil recreate iconic A52 'disco' bridge - with help from RAF aircraft engineer and industry experts
PRIMARY school pupils in Derby have recreated the iconic A52 footbridge which dominates the city skyline – with help from industry experts.
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25th June 2021
Welcome, Lauren! Derby accountancy and business advisors Vibrant welcome tax expert Lauren Hiller to their growing team
A DERBY accountancy and business advice company has welcomed a sixth new member – and is searching for a seventh – as it continues to go from strength to strength.
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25th June 2021
NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION FIRM MAKES PROGRESS ON SIX NORTHERN RAIL REFURBISHMENTS
WORKS are continuing at six renovation projects across the north thanks to specialist contractor The Input Group – including Manchester Victoria, Keighley, Ilkley, Alnmouth, Redcar, Mills Hill and Prescot railway stations.
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25th June 2021
Double whammy for KH Hair as two stylists progress to regional finals of top hairdressing competition
KH Hair is celebrating as two of its stylists have been chosen from thousands of hairdressers across the UK to compete in the semi-finals of a major industry competition.
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25th June 2021
From Immigrant to Billionaire | TBI Podcast | Episode 22
In this episode, our host interviews Surinder Arora, Founder and Chairman of the Arora Group. He describes his journey as a 13-year-old immigrant, unable to speak English but rose to become a leading hotelier and a billionaire in the process. We follow hi
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25th June 2021
ORANGETHEORY FITNESS NOTTINGHAM OFFICIALLY OPENS ITS DOORS
Those looking to get their post-lockdown fitness fix can now experience the fast-paced and interactive gym experience that has been sweeping the globe thanks to the official opening of Nottingham’s new Orangetheory Fitness studio. Offering a unique fitne
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24th June 2021
M-EC Appoints New Head of Geomatics Team
M-EC, one of the UK’s leading consulting development engineers, has appointed Matthew Lee as Survey Manger. Matthew will head up the firm’s Geomatics team at its Leicestershire head office, further developing the department to meet continued demand from c
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24th June 2021
The Clean Air Battle: The heating and energy firm fighting to tackle Midlands’ pollution problem
It is no secret that our global community is facing a climate emergency; governments, businesses and homeowners have been joining forces in the battle for clean air. Through everyone reducing their carbon footprints and limiting the pollutants they emit i
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24th June 2021
Leicestershire expert says food safety standards are in jeopardy due to mass recruiting post Covid
Faced with a shortage of almost 200,000 staff, the UK’s hospitality sector is on a hiring spree. Yet, this could severely risk the health and safety of consumers, says an environmental health expert.
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24th June 2021
NOTTINGHAM CHARITY BACK IN BUSINESS WITH OPENING OF NEW PUBLIC FACILITY
RADFORD CARE GROUP is finally inviting people to make use of its brand new £850K headquarters, which has been mothballed for several months due to Covid restrictions.
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24th June 2021
Howes Percival appoints new senior Partner and Head of Commercial
Howes Percival has appointed Paula Dumbill as a partner and head of its commercial team within its Corporate, Commercial, and Banking (CCB) practice.
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24th June 2021
New online family business community launches
A new not-for-profit online initiative which connects family businesses across the UK is due to launch, providing businesses in the sector with interactive support and expert advice – and a fantastic community to be part of.
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24th June 2021
£25M apartment scheme to transform Nottingham gateway site approved by planners
Plans to build a £25M apartment block at one of the key routes into Nottingham, has today been approved.
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24th June 2021
UNIVERSITY WINS TWO BLACKBOARD CATALYST AWARDS
The University of Derby has been awarded two 2021 Blackboard Catalyst Awards for Optimising Student Experience and for Training & Professional Development.
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23rd June 2021
Forty fundraisers put their best feet forward
Childcare students from West Nottinghamshire College got off to a sunny start last week with a fundraising walk for a national charity.
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23rd June 2021
Forty fundraisers put their best feet forward
Childcare students from West Nottinghamshire College got off to a sunny start last week with a fundraising walk for a national charity.
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23rd June 2021
Finalists Announced for the Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2021
The best and brightest Life Sciences companies from across the Midlands have been shortlisted for the Medilink Midlands Business Awards 2021. This free awards ceremony will take place online, on Wednesday 30 June, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm
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23rd June 2021
Sygnature Discovery expands into early CMC development
Leading Drug Discovery Contract Research Organisation Sygnature Discovery has announced the set-up of a state-of-the-art Early Candidate Developability Screening Group. Located at its headquarters in Nottingham, UK, the new service line will expand on the
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23rd June 2021
HOW CAN WE GET MORE WOMEN INTO ENGINEERING? IT’S ALL ABOUT EARLY EXPOSURE.
As we celebrate International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) today (23 June), we applaud all the talented women within the industry – however, they make up just a mere 12.37% according to statistics published by the Women’s Engineering Society (WES). So
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23rd June 2021
Back of the net: former Foxes CEO delivers successful campaign with Midlands’s brand agency
A prominent Leicestershire businessman has paid tribute to a leading brand agency after partnering on a successful book launch.
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23rd June 2021
Pathway to Excellence for Pall-Ex Group Employees
Pall-Ex Group has invested in its future leaders, as the logistics giant launches a management degree programme in partnership with University Centre Quayside.
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23rd June 2021
Thriving Derby agency Koobr acquires Carmichael Collective
Derby-based marketing agency Koobr have agreed terms to acquire another established agency, Carmichael Collective, formerly owned by Murray Carmichael-Smith.
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23rd June 2021
Central England Co-op members rewarded for their loyalty with share of £570,000 payout
Central England Co-op can today reveal that it has shared out over £570,000 among its members as a reward for their loyalty.
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23rd June 2021
Thriving Derby agency Koobr acquires Carmichael Collective
Derby-based marketing agency Koobr have agreed terms to acquire another established agency, Carmichael Collective, formerly owned by Murray Carmichael-Smith.
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22nd June 2021
Helpful pupils at Murray Park brighten up their community with flowers
GREEN-fingered pupils from a Derby school have added a splash of colour to Mickleover after growing all the flowers for the village’s floral displays and giving up their weekend to plant them.
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22nd June 2021
GMI AWARDED CONTRACT TO BUILD NEW £30M BUILD TO RENT WITHIN NEW BECKETWELL DEVELOPMENT IN DERBY
GMI Construction, a leading main contractor to a growing portfolio of public and private clients throughout the UK, has announced that it has been awarded a contract worth £30M by St James Securities to construct a 259-unit build to rent (BTR) residential
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22nd June 2021
New Partnership Accelerates Students’ Job Prospects
Derby College Group (DCG) has teamed up with Autotech Academy to help newly qualified students into their first employment in the automotive industry through paid internships.
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22nd June 2021
LOVELL CELEBRATES 100% SOLD AT TWO SIGNIFICANT REGEN SITES
LEADING national housebuilder Lovell Homes is celebrating completion at two of its key developments in the Midlands – Station House and phase two of Castleward.
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22nd June 2021
New PPE and workwear store opens in Burton as local boxer Frazer Clarke cuts ribbon at official opening
Local boxer Frazer Clarke had a very special duty to carry out before he headed to training today.
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22nd June 2021
Pride Park Commercial Property Deal Paves Way For Company’s Future Growth
A leading planning, environment, and design consultancy have moved their East Midlands offices to Derby’s Pride Park as part of their regional growth strategy.
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22nd June 2021
LOCAL RESIDENT BECOMES AMBASSADOR FOR SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL AT NEW PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT
Go Travel Solutions have appointed Carrie Wainwright as their LocalGo Promoter in New Lubbesthorpe, Leicestershire. It is an initiative aimed at helping residents with information on buses, train, cycling and walking and promoting the benefits of sustaina
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22nd June 2021
Nèos International to open group headquarters in Derby, creating up to 150 jobs
World leading engineering group, Nèos International, will establish its group headquarters in Derby.
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22nd June 2021
VALUING CUSTOMER LOYALTY DURING THE INDUSTRY’S STOCK SHORTAGES
After an unprecedented year that saw the Covid-19 pandemic sweep the country and Brexit finally take place, the construction industry is starting to feel the side effects in the form of material shortages and price increases. Adrian Buttress, managing dir
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22nd June 2021
Linden Homes sponsor local football team
Linden Homes East Midlands has sponsored the Brampton Rovers under 8 team as part of their efforts to support local grassroots initiatives.
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22nd June 2021
Duncan & Toplis donates 300 mugs to YMCA Lincolnshire’s supported living and homeless shelters
East Midlands accountancy and business adviser, Duncan & Toplis has donated more than 300 mugs to YMCA Lincolnshire for users of its Nomad homeless shelter and its supported living accommodation.
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22nd June 2021
Managed IT experts light the way with prestigious £30k contract win
Managed IT services specialist Octavian IT, the Cyber Essentials-accredited IT division of the award-winning multi-service provider Octavian Group, has won a prestigious new server installation contract with one of the UK’s foremost manufacturers of bespo
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22nd June 2021
NOTTINGHAM CASTLE OPENS FOLLOWING £30M TRANSFORMATION
NOTTINGHAM CASTLE opened today (Monday 21 June 2021) after undergoing a £30 million redevelopment which has transformed the historical landmark into a world-class heritage site.
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22nd June 2021
Heritage Wood Visitors Encouraged To Take Time to Remember
Family-owned Wathall’s funeral directors have sponsored a sturdy oak table and bench in the heart of Heritage Wood at Ednaston for visitors to enjoy a quiet moment of contemplation.
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21st June 2021
Chesterfield Borough Council and Chesterfield Pride join forces for this year’s LGBQT+ community celebration
Chesterfield Borough Council is proud to announce it will be the headline sponsor of this summer’s Chesterfield Pride event.
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21st June 2021
From West Notts To Rydell High
Travel and tourism students at West Nottinghamshire College have organised a trip to America for their end-of-year class celebration.
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21st June 2021
HOMEBUILDER LOOKS BACK ON £8.5M COMMITMENT TO DERBYSHIRE AS COMMUNITIES COMPLETE
As two more of its developments in Derbyshire are close to completion, David Wilson Homes is preparing to bid a fond farewell to its communities in the county.
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21st June 2021
Creative Project Gives Young People A Voice
Derbyshire-born actor Molly Windsor, who is an ambassador for child exploitation charity Safe and Sound, was the guest of honour at a performance to celebrate an innovative creative project for local children and young people.
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21st June 2021
Developer reveals “top” views from luxury waterside scheme in Nottingham
East Midlands developer Peter James Homes has published the first photographs taken from the top of what will soon be a luxury apartment complex on the banks of the River Trent.
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21st June 2021
Ibstock plc launches its most in-depth sustainability report
The UK’s leading manufacturer of clay and concrete building products has provided further evidence of its progress towards decarbonisation and announced it remains on course to meet its ambitious sustainability targets.
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21st June 2021
Circle Of Light Awarded £100,000 To Expand Life-Changing Music Programme For Young People
The groundbreaking Circle of Light music project is expanding across the East Midlands and inviting young people to sign up for its innovative programme to improve their mental health and equip them with the tools to shape their own future.
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21st June 2021
Unlocking finance for your start-up | Virtual event | 8 July 2021
The event will give start-ups, entrepreneurs and support agencies in the East and South-East Midlands an update on the finance available from the British Business Bank's Start Up Loans scheme.
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21st June 2021
ACQUISITION COMPLETES FOR SPECIALIST MOBILE WELFARE UNITS FIRM
AER Rents – part of O’Flaherty Holdings Group – has acquired a leading welfare unit hire company for an undisclosed sum, in a deal advised on by local law firm Nelsons.
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21st June 2021
Henry Brothers breaks ground on new research facility at the University of Lincoln
A new research and development facility in Lincoln city centre is one step closer to reality as contractors Henry Brothers begins construction on a specialist hub to facilitate collaboration between local businesses and research experts.
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21st June 2021
Cawarden strengthens Board with three key promotions
Derby-based Specialist Contractor, Cawarden,has strengthened its Board with threekey internal promotions. The announcement sees Malcolm Lowes, Oliver Crooks and Samuel Crooks joining the Cawarden Board of Directors with immediate effect.
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18th June 2021
D2N2 LEP begins search for Interim Chief Executive
The successful candidate will lead the company in its next phase of development
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18th June 2021
CarShop prioritises the community in its plans to open friendly car retail hub at formerly vacant site in Derby
The new store would create 50 jobs for local people and support a range of community initiatives
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18th June 2021
Trifibre makes the case for diversification
A manufacturer that specialises in supplying flight cases to the events industry has experienced a successful year after pivoting its product offering.
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18th June 2021
Campervans and kitchens top Derby savers’ wish-lists with “bigger and better holidays” delayed until 2022
Camper vans, new kitchens and bookings for “bigger and better” holidays in 2022 are at the top of Derby people’s lists when it comes to ways in which they plan to spend their lockdown money, according to a city financial adviser.
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18th June 2021
Tyrone Alexander joins Bridge Help’s growing regional BDM team
East Midlands-based Bridge Help has made its fifth new staff appointment in 2021.
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18th June 2021
LOCAL BOOKBENCH TRAIL LAUNCHES ACROSS NORTH NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
NORTH NOTTS BID is now encouraging residents and visitors to follow the new ‘BookBench’ sculpture trail that has been unveiled across North Nottinghamshire this week.
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18th June 2021
Derbyshire schools to benefit from Government cash injection to improve quality of physical education teaching
SCHOOLS in Derby and Derbyshire are set to receive more Government money to help them prioritise physical activity as they look to bounce back from the coronavirus pandemic.
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18th June 2021
East Midlands housebuilder goes from strength to strength
An East Midlands housebuilder is celebrating the ongoing expansion and success of its division, four years on from launching.
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18th June 2021
Light Science Technologies boosts Agtech ambitions with new appointments
Pioneering AgTech specialist Light Science Technologies (LST) has welcomed two new recruits to its expanding team, as the East Midlands-based start-up enjoys a period of significant growth.
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18th June 2021
Moneyfacts Awards 2021 winners announced
Celebrating 20 years of the Moneyfacts Awards, Tuesday 15 June was a spectacular day, as Moneyfacts announced the winners of the highlight of the personal finance industry calendar.
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18th June 2021
Timico announces changes to Senior Management Team to drive customer first growth strategy
Leading managed services provider, Timico, has announced several strategic changes to its Senior Management Team, to accelerate its customer first growth strategy, whilst continuing to advance its cloud technology proposition.
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18th June 2021
Pioneering low carbon scheme delivered by local contractor wins gold at Green Apple Environment Awards
A highly energy efficient domestic ground source heat pump project delivered by J Tomlinson’s low carbon team has won the company its first international award.
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18th June 2021
This year’s Leicestershire Innovation Week has one goal in mind: to inspire businesses of every size and sector to embrace innovation.
Register Now to join this exciting event at Innovation Showcase – Shaping Our Future – 23 June 2-3pm.
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18th June 2021
New road set to open up £250m Mansfield development
Work is underway to build a new spine road paving the way for community and commercial space which will bring in £100m a year to the local economy.
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17th June 2021
Derby Entrepreneurs’ Innovative App Technology is Aiding a Safer Return to Work
Two Derby tech entrepreneurs are delighted that their innovative health and safety app is helping businesses to get safely back to work after the Coronavirus pandemic.
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17th June 2021
WILLSHEE’S WINS USLEEP CONTRACT
Willshee’s Waste & Recycling has been appointed by Usleep, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of foam, spring and hybrid mattresses, to provide a total waste management service that guarantees zero waste to landfill. This contract win is contributing t
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17th June 2021
easyJet launches a new domestic route from East Midlands to Belfast
easyJet has announced that it will launch a new domestic flight from East Midlands Airport to Belfast International Airport this summer to serve demand for domestic travel. The airline is returning to East Midlands for the first time since 2009.
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17th June 2021
Industry knowledge-gathering day is a hit for health and social care learners
Health and social care students at West Nottinghamshire College have been getting an insight into the variety of jobs and training offered in the sector thanks to a tailored workshop day.
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17th June 2021
Derby pizza business created in lockdown is booming – and owner is planning on opening more venues in the city
A DERBY-BASED restauranteur who set up a successful New York-style pizza takeaway in the city during the first national lockdown, says he is now planning to build the brand and open more outlets after it proved to be a big hit.
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17th June 2021
New Mother and Daughter Venture a Thing of Beauty For Notts Duo
A Nottinghamshire mother and daughter team have fulfilled a lifetime dream by opening a beauty salon together, after the pandemic encouraged her to take the plunge.
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17th June 2021
Marketing vs Branding | The Business Influencer Podcast | Episode 21
In this episode, our host interviews Said Baaghil, Global Brand expert and author. We discuss: the difference between marketing and branding, who is responsible for the maintenance of a brand and is it possible to measure a brand? We also explore the defi
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16th June 2021
Nottingham renewable energy manufacturer secures £125k investment
A Nottingham company that manufactures biogas generators,which turn food waste into energy,has safeguarded its order fulfilments thanks to a £125,000 investment.
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16th June 2021
Sygnature Discovery expands into early CMC development
Leading Drug Discovery Contract Research Organisation Sygnature Discovery has announced the set-up of a state-of-the-art Early Candidate Developability Screening Group. Located at its headquarters in Nottingham, UK, the new service line will expand on the
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16th June 2021
Deetu and Blueprint Partnership Wins National Award for Trent Basin
Deetu, part of the wider BWB Group, alongside Blueprint, the developer behind acclaimed Nottingham neighbourhoods such as Green Street in The Meadows and Trent Basin, have won a prestigious national Planning award.
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16th June 2021
Hinckley Ladies Circle celebrates 70th anniversary by supporting Lamp as its charity of the year
Members will raise funds for mental health charity by walking the equivalent of John O’Groats to Lands End
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16th June 2021
Notts Funeral Directors Trial City Council’s Electric Van Experience
Nottinghamshire’s largest independent funeral directors, A.W. Lymn The Family Funeral Service, is leading the way for the funeral industry as it adds an electric van to its fleet as part of Nottingham City Council’s Electric Van Experience (EVE).
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16th June 2021
NET becomes 700th signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant in the East Midlands
Nottingham’s tram network has reached a significant milestone in becoming the 700th organisation to sign the Armed Forces Covenant in the East Midlands region.
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16th June 2021
Suttons Tankers Improves Operational Performance & Customer Experience with Microlise
Suttons Tankers, the leading logistics and supply chain specialist delivering products and services from companies across the chemical, gas, fuel, waste and powders sectors, has invested in a telematics and technology solution from Microlise, a leading pr
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16th June 2021
West Midlands Combined Authority makes senior appointment
West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has made a senior appointment to help businesses across the region prioritise their employees’ mental health while boosting economic productivity.
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16th June 2021
UK equity investment increases, with the East Midlands securing £76m in 2020
The British Business Bank’s Small Business Equity Tracker 2021 published today (Wednesday 16 June) shows that equity investment in the UK’s smaller businesses increased by nine per cent in 2020 to £8.8bn, the highest annual investment amount since the dat
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15th June 2021
York St John Student Wins Prestigious Accolade at E.ON Energy
York St John University (YSJ) apprentice Daniel Fulton is celebrating after being awarded Higher Apprentice of the Year at E.ON Energy.
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15th June 2021
SECOND PHASE LAUNCHED AT POPULAR LEICESTERSHIRE INDUSTRIAL PARK
The secondphase of light industrial/warehouse units at Leicestershire’s popular Manor Business Park has been launched by Chartered Surveyors and Property Consultants, Wells McFarlane.
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15th June 2021
Dimensions to deliver a new uniform for Royal Mail
Dimensions isset to deliverone of the largest rollouts in corporate clothing history with a new uniform for Royal Mail
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15th June 2021
Ventola aiming to bowl over the competition at US expo
A leading UK lighting specialist is heading to a renowned US bowling expo later this month seeking to bolster its ever-growing overseas reputation.
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15th June 2021
A new online family business community is launching
A new not-for-profit online initiative which connects family businesses across the UK is due to launch, providing businesses in the sector with interactive support and expert advice – and a fantastic community to be part of.
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15th June 2021
TOP MARKS FOR ROOF TILE EMPLOYEES
Burton based roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles is congratulating four employees for successfully completing a Leadership and Management (ILM) Course.
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15th June 2021
KEGWORTH SAFETY TECHNICIAN CELEBRATES APPRENTICESHIP SUCCESS WITH AMAZON
A local apprentice is celebrating becoming the first Amazon apprentice to graduate from the Amazon Health, Safety and Environment Technician Apprenticeship in the UK.
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15th June 2021
Construction sector needs to maintain tactics adopted in pandemic, says Stepnell
The UK construction sector was heavily impacted by the disruption caused by the COVID-19 outbreak. Tactics, which were speedily adopted by the industry to keep sites open, will no doubt continue post pandemic. TOM WAKEFORD, joint managing director of 154-
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15th June 2021
SME businesses in the East Midlands prioritised people as well as profit during the pandemic
30% of businesses that had to adapt since March 2020 have done so to protect jobs and 43% saying they did so to protect their employees mental and physical wellbeing
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14th June 2021
Mini Ram Characters Bed Down For Sleepovers in Local Businesses
Businesses across the Cathedral Quarter and St Peters Quarter Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) in Derby city centre are showcasing their own flock of mini ram characters as part of this summer’s Derby Ram Trail.
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14th June 2021
Shaping Careers in the Electrical Industry
Yee Group of Burton on Trent has further strengthened its team with investment in skills and the next generation of young electricians.
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14th June 2021
Notts Broker Elected as Insurance Institute President
Joanne Marriott, Commercial Manager at Nottingham based independent insurance broker, Russell Scanlan, has been appointed as President of Nottingham Insurance Institute – the first person from the company to take on the role.
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14th June 2021
Leicestershire-based online flooring retailer appoints new Chief Commercial Officer after meteoric rise
The UK’s leading online flooring retailer has a new Chief Commercial Officer – and it marks a meteoric rise in the business for Elia Green in the space of two years.
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14th June 2021
Bellway donates £1,000 towards Covid-19 relief efforts in India
A Bellway employee took part in a charity bike ride to raise money for those affected by the Covid-19 pandemic in India – with the housebuilder making a £1,000 donation to the cause.
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14th June 2021
Leicestershire Clinic Awarded International Accolade For Excellence In Patient Service
A leading aesthetics clinic in Leicestershire is celebrating an international accolade based on outstanding client feedback received in the last 12 months.
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14th June 2021
New Studio in World Heritage Site for Derby Architects, Morrison Design Ltd
Derby architects Morrison Design Limited are delighted to announce that they will be moving their studio to Darley Abbey Mills in Derby
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14th June 2021
BURGER KING® UK TO CREATE A WHOPPING 29 NEW JOBS IN WORKSOP
Worksop will become the latest home of the Whopper, with a brand-new Burger King restaurant opening its doors on Spinella Road, Worksop, S80 3GP creating 29 new job opportunities in the local area.
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14th June 2021
Safe and Sound Expands Outreach Programme into South Derbyshire
Specialist Derbyshire charity Safe and Soundhas expanded its weekly outreach programme into parts of Erewash and South Derbyshire in a bid to raise awareness of the support available to protect more young people from child exploitation.
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14th June 2021
AUCTION HOUSE EXPANDS INTO E-COMMERCE WITH NEW LUXURY SHOP
LEADING UK online auction house John Pye has launched a brand-new online store – the John Pye Luxury Shop – allowing customers to purchase one-of-a-kind items from high-end designers.
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14th June 2021
Derby special school among first recipients of award for covid heroes
KEYWORKERS at a Derby special primary school are among the recipients of a brand-new awards scheme aimed at recognising the heroes of the coronavirus pandemic.
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14th June 2021
Cosy Direct and networking group Derby’s Finest raise much-needed funds for city charity Revive
GENEROUS business leaders in Derby have joined forces to raise thousands of pounds for a city charity which underprivileged and vulnerable children and their families.
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14th June 2021
British Business Bank appoints new Director for the Midlands
The British Business Bank has appointed a new director to its UK Network team in the Midlands, in a move that will strengthen the Bank’s on-the-ground presence. Dale-Black’s role will cover the East Midlands and West Midlands.
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14th June 2021
Senior appointment at landscape architect practice Influence
Nottinghamshire and London-based landscape architect Influence has bolstered its team with the appointment of Olli Wheeler as senior landscape architect.
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14th June 2021
Eamonn Holmes’ dream fulfilled by Baytree Cars
Popular TV presenter Eamonn Holmes finally has his own way by buying his dream Bentley – thanks to Baytree Cars.
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14th June 2021
Smith Partnership excels in Law Society Report
Smith Partnership’s work during the Covid pandemic has been hailed in a report by the Law Society.
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14th June 2021
Hallam appointed as Digital Marketing Partner for LG
Hallam, the multi-award-winning digital marketing agency, has partnered with LG Electronics, a global powerhouse in the consumer electronics industry, to drive their brand forward in 2021.
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11th June 2021
Speculatively built industrial use facility sold at Castlewood Business Park
Clowes Developments have sold Unit 11B at Castlewood Courtlocated off junction 28 of the M1 to Charles Pugh (Glass) Ltd.
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11th June 2021
Siemens’ virtual work experience giving young people in the East Midlands a head start to STEM career
Free skills programme via the Springpod careers platform shows students aged 14-18 how engineering and technology is helping build a more sustainable future
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11th June 2021
VIRTUAL CONSULTATION EVENT FOR NEW BECKETWELL PERFORMANCE VENUE STARTS ON MONDAY 14 JUNE
Residents, the business community, and members of the public will have the opportunity to view plans for the development of the exciting new 3,500 capacity entertainment and events venue at Becketwell Derby at an online consultation event, which begins ne
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11th June 2021
NEW ARTISAN MARKET TAKES SHAPE AS NAME AND THEME ARE UNVEILED
The name and theme for a new indoor market which aims to give an East Midlands town a fresh lease of life have been unveiled as its opening date draws nearer.
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11th June 2021
NORTH NOTTS GEARS UP FOR A SPECTACULAR SUMMER OF LOCAL EVENTS
PREPARATIONS are underway for a variety of events and activities in towns across North Nottinghamshire, which will provide local communities with outdoor entertainment over summer following the easing of lockdown restrictions.
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11th June 2021
MOTORFINITY AND AUDI DONATE A1 RIDE-ON CARS TO CHILDREN’S BEREAVEMENT CENTRE
Newark-based specialist car discount service, Motorfinity, has teamed up with Audi to donate a number of children’s miniature Audi A1 cars to Newark’s Children’s Bereavement Centre.
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11th June 2021
Start With What Works: A Faster Way to Grow Your Business | TBI Podcast | Episode 20
In this episode, our host interviews Andy Bass, Consultant and Author of 'Start With What Works'. We discuss if it is often quicker, cheaper and safer to look more closely at what you have already, in times of trouble or in pursuit of growth.
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11th June 2021
Penguin PR gets set for a bidding frenzy as it sponsors the Derby Ram Trail auction event
A Derby public relations agency says it is already looking forward to what promises to be a frantic bidding war for the city’s popular ram trail sculptures after it agreed to sponsor the auction where they will all be sold off.
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10th June 2021
New appointments keep Pall-Ex Group on the road to growth
Pall-Ex Group has expanded its network team with a raft of new appointments to support on-going growth.
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10th June 2021
Double new appointments for Merritt Group Plc
Nottingham based, heavy machinery moving specialists Merritts Machinery Logistics have made two new appointments having recruited Andy Booth as their new Operations Manager and Paula Law as their new QHSE Co-ordinator.
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10th June 2021
Working together to create a new bee-friendly ‘pocket park’
Community-spirited residents have pulled together to create a new ‘pocket park’, with support from Chesterfield Borough Council.
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10th June 2021
Cricket club secures backing from local housebuilder
Players at Longstanton Grasshoppers Cricket Club are sporting fresh new kits this season as part of a £900 sponsorship deal with a local housebuilder.
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10th June 2021
Students help to ‘resolve’ IT poverty
Computer science students at West Nottinghamshire College are doing their bit to end digital poverty in the local community whilst honing their computer repair and upgrade services.
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10th June 2021
£3.5M Care Home Development Given ‘Unanimous Approval’ by Planners
Plans to build 22 flats and five dormer bungalows on the site of the former Forest Care Home, on Southwell Road, Mansfield, have been given unanimous approval by Mansfield District Council.
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10th June 2021
Azets makes Midlands partner promotion
Azets, the UK’s largest regional accountancy firm and business advisor to SMEs, today announces its latest senior promotion, with Nottingham’s Steve Harcourt appointed to Regional Managing Partner.
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10th June 2021
Derbyshire Craft Business gets a boost from Theo Paphitis
A Derbyshire based firm has received a business boost from Retail Entrepreneur Theo Paphitis.Last week, Sarah Hodgkinson owner of Crafty You Crafty Me tweeted Theo about her business during ‘Small Business Sunday’ and was one of six weekly winners to gain
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10th June 2021
MILLER HOMES BECOMES MAIN KIT SPONSOR FOR ALLESTREE JUNIORS F.C.
New homes builder, Miller Homes, has become the main kit sponsor for long-standing Derby-based football team, Allestree Juniors Football Club.
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10th June 2021
Thinking Outside of The Box - Top 3 Tips for Entrepreneurs from Jitha Singh, CBS Packaging
Entrepreneurs by nature are risk takers and look to disrupt their marketplace but as their business models mature – certainty and the ability to plan accordingly becomes more important particularly as they look to scale.
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9th June 2021
Dimensions supports KFC’s #GBSpringClean Campaign
Keep Britain Tidy is an organisation set up to inspire people to eliminate litter now and for future generations.
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9th June 2021
Medilink Midlands Innovation Day 2021
The foremost life science event in the Midlands will be going virtual this year, as Medilink Midlands celebrates its first ever Innovation Day, sponsored by We Are Pioneer Group.
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9th June 2021
Food Innovation Centre highlights the issue of food waste
One third of all food produced globally ends up as waste, which equates to millions of tonnes of food wasted around the world every year.
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9th June 2021
Parker Technical Services appoints new regional director to support growth.
Parker Technical Services, part of the Edwin James Group, has appointed Barry Taylor into the newly created regional director role to support its long term growth plans.
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9th June 2021
JLR names firm to run huge Leicestershire global logistics centre
Unipart Logistics has secured a five-year contract to run the new Jaguar Land Rover Global Parts Logistics Centre at Appleby Magna in Leicestershire, which will open next year.
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8th June 2021
A.W. Lymn joins Nottingham High School’s mission to create a sustainable Bursary Fund
One of Nottingham’s longest standing and most well-known family businesses has united with the region’s top performing School to drive forward awareness of the School’s bursary fund, which is sustained by a small group of generous legators.
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8th June 2021
Volunteers needed for world-first COVID-19 vaccine booster study
Local volunteers are being sought to take part in a new trial that will investigate the use of different COVID-19 vaccines as a third ‘booster’ injection.
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8th June 2021
The Access Group responds to rapid growth in online payments with the launch of Access PaySuite
Loughborough-based The Access Group has announced the launch of Access PaySuite, its new FCA authorised payment division that is focused on integrated payment experiences.
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8th June 2021
Anthony James insurance brokers to support Lamp mental health charity
Will raise funds from the first AJ Ramblers Round Leicestershire 50-mile walk
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8th June 2021
Works progress on modern city apartments with 75% of homes already sold
Works are in progress at ‘Hindle House’ – a modern residential development in the Southern Gateway area of Nottingham – due for completion in December this year.
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8th June 2021
NELSONS BOLSTERS EXPERT WILLS AND PROBATE TEAM WITH NEW HIRE
LEADING East Midlands-based law firm Nelsons has added to its expert wills and probate team in Nottingham – after welcoming a new associate and solicitor as part of its continued commitment to empowering clients in the city.
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8th June 2021
EXPERIENCED CEO TO LEAD CHILDREN FIRST DERBY
Experienced CEO, Irshad Baqui, has been appointed as the new Chief Executive for award-winning local charity, Children First Derby, to support the charity’s drive to strengthen and further develop its support for vulnerable children, young people, and fam
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8th June 2021
Apprentice site manager aims to build a successful career with Davidsons Homes
A housebuilding apprentice from Loughborough has her sights set on progressing up the career ladder, following her first taste of working in the construction industry at Davidsons Homes.
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8th June 2021
Croots Farm Shop throws open its gates for Open Farm Sunday on 27th June
Popular Derbyshire farm shop Croots will be opening the gates to the farm on Sunday 27th June as part of a nationwide event to showcase British farming.
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8th June 2021
RECORD YEAR FOR ROOFING MANUFACTURER
A leading Burton manufacturer has launched a major recruitment drive for what it is expecting will be a record year for the business.
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8th June 2021
Managed IT support provider adds innovative orthopaedic firm to their client portfolio as further team expansion is announced
Growing Midlands-based IT support provider, Infuse Technology are celebrating a period of continued growth, welcoming a string of new clients, including orthopaedic design and development firm Joint Medica, designers and manufacturers of innovative high c
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8th June 2021
SALUTE YOUR LOCAL HEROES THIS NEWARK ARMED FORCES DAY
Newark-based specialist car discount group, Motorfinity, is calling on the East Midlands business community to join the team in a salute to mark this year’s Newark Armed Forces Day.
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8th June 2021
Work Placements For Young People On Offer at Chatsworth Under New Kickstart Scheme
Work placements have been created across the Chatsworth Estate under the Government’s new Kickstart Scheme set up to help young people at risk of long-term unemployment.
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8th June 2021
Pioneering house builder gives his thoughts from sneak peek of G7 summit
Residential developer Steff Wright vlogged his thoughts on the topics to be discussed at the G7 summit whilst staying at the Carbis Bay Hotel days before world leaders are due to descend.
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8th June 2021
Dimensions funds 30,000 breakfasts
Dimensions supports Greggs Breakfast Club programme by funding 30,000 breakfasts at Roe Farm Primary School
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8th June 2021
Planning underway for Mansfield’s popular Christmas market
Spring might only just have turned into summer, but planning is already underway to bring a popular Christmas market back to Mansfield.
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8th June 2021
Awards open for inspirational businesses from Mansfield and Ashfield
Mansfield and Ashfield businesses are being urged to submit entries into the area’s most prestigious awards - with this year seeing a return to a real-life glittering event.
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8th June 2021
Impression opens another London office and welcomes raft of new recruits
Digital marketing agency Impression has opened a second office in London and has appointed 16 new members of staff since January.
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8th June 2021
Innovative recruitment analytics firm finds the perfect match in Midlands agency Champions (UK) plc
A unique global AI recruitment firm, AssessFirst, has teamed up with leading Midlands based brand agency Champions (UK) plc to accelerate the introduction of advanced psychometrics to UK companies recruiting and managing workforces.
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8th June 2021
BGT winner signs exclusively with leading Midlands-based talent agency
Leading Midlands-based talent agency Champions (UK) plc has exclusively signed former Britain’s Got Talent winner, soldier, and magician Richard Jones.
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8th June 2021
New era dawns for Bygott Biggs as it relocates city HQ
Bygott Biggs, the legal recruitment specialists with an established presence across Nottingham, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester, has announced plans to leave its headquarters in Nottingham city centre.
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8th June 2021
Nottingham telecoms provider Esendex celebrates 20 years championing excellence
The hunt is on for talented tech and IT professionals to join telecommunications provider Esendex, as the company celebrates its 20th anniversary.
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8th June 2021
£140,000 Nottingham beauty salon owner shares her story of how she built her business during lockdown
A Nottingham businesswoman has worked through two Covid-19 lockdowns to launch her dream £100,000 beauty salon.
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8th June 2021
SureScreen to create 1,000 new jobs at new world-class facility
SureScreen Diagnostics is to create up to 1,000 new jobs after agreeing to purchase a new manufacturing centre near the M1.
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8th June 2021
PLANNING DIRECTOR APPOINTED AT RG+P
Multi-disciplinary design practice, rg+p has appointed a new director to lead the next phase of growth for its planning division.
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8th June 2021
Willshee's appoints new commercial manager Simon Lowe
Burton-based Willshee’s Waste & Recycling has appointed Simon Lowe as commercial manager following a very successful year and as the company gears up for future growth.
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7th June 2021
IoD seeks ambassadors for Lincolnshire and Rutland branch
The Institute of Directors (IoD) in the East Midlands is seeking new ambassadors for its Lincolnshire and Rutland branch.
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7th June 2021
Partnership agreement will develop the next generation of construction experts
Construction company Robert Woodhead Limited (part of the Woodhead Group) and Chesterfield College have entered into an agreement to work together on a range of initiatives to help the next generation discover more about careers in construction and develo
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7th June 2021
CHILDREN’S CHARITY ANNOUNCES FUNDRAISING WALK FOR WISHES TO FUFILL COVID BACKLOG
WHEN You Wish Upon a Star (WYWUAS) – a charity that grants Wishes for children with life-threatening conditions – has announced its brand-new Superhero Wish Walk to help raise donations for its work.
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7th June 2021
CONNECT DERBY PROVIDES TEMPORARY HOME FOR GLOBAL IT FIRM BAM BOOM CLOUD AT FRIAR GATE STUDIOS
Connect Derby, the city’s primary manged workspace provider, has stepped in to provide global IT company Bam Boom Cloud with short term accommodation in its new furnished office space at Friar Gate Studios while its new HQ is being refurbished.
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7th June 2021
Innovation Week 2021 aims to inspire
This year’s Leicestershire Innovation Week has one goal in mind: to inspire businesses of every size and sector to embrace innovation.
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7th June 2021
LOCAL FIRM SAFEGUARDS HISTORIC CASTLE DURING £30 MILLION RENOVATION
ALMOST a millennium’s worth of heritage and some of Nottingham’s most treasured artefacts have been protected during the £30 million redevelopment of the city’s castle – thanks to technological innovation by local firm Ramtech, which designs and develops
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7th June 2021
Latest News from the Manufacturing Barometer
More sales, more jobs and more investment predicted by East Midlands SME manufacturers
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7th June 2021
Derby training firm first on the grid for provision of course for high voltage workers
Bright sparks at Develop Training have created an industry “first” with the launch of a blended training course for workers who handle high voltage electrical systems.
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4th June 2021
Shed Grounds Maintenance Welcomes New Business Development Manager
After a period of impressive growth gaining new customers from across the UK, Shed Grounds Maintenance (Shed) has recruited a new member to its expanding team.
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4th June 2021
Job Market Outstrips Pre-Covid Levels for East Midlands Recruitment Firm
The job market is in the best shape it’s been for decades, according to Nottingham-based recruitment firm Capella Professional.
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4th June 2021
Derby clothing brand Mr Shaw retraces its steps to the Baseball Ground as it pays tribute to the 1970s football glory days
A Derby fashion designer has drawn on his memories of walking to the Baseball Ground on Saturday afternoons to announce the launch of his new clothing collection, which has been inspired by the golden age of 1970s football.
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4th June 2021
Junior Cricketers Learn About Sports Science at Medical Centre
Junior cricketersaged between 10 and 18 will be invited to the Morningside Medical Centre at Leicestershire County Cricket Club to learn about sports science and medicine following the naming rights renewal with Morningside Pharmaceuticals.
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4th June 2021
EMPLOYEES RACK UP MORE THAN 3,500 YEARS OF SERVICE AT EAST MIDLANDS-BASED FOOD MANUFACTURER
MORE than 160 long-standing members of staff have racked up more than 3,500 years of service at chilled pastry producer Addo Food Group’s Nottingham sites.
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4th June 2021
BGT Champion, Richard Jones, Exclusively Signs with Midlands-based Talent Agency
A leading Midlands-based talent agency, Champions (UK) plc, has exclusively signed former Britain’s Got Talent winner, soldier, and magician Richard Jones.
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4th June 2021
Business Award Recognises Local Company’s Lofty Ambitions
A Long Eaton company has been recognised as a leading light in the loft storage industry by a panel of business judges.
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4th June 2021
Sileby business raises £6,000 for Rainbows
Shoppers in Sileby have helped to raise over £6,000 for Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People.
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4th June 2021
CARTWRIGHT EXPANDS FOOD AND DRINK PORTFOLIO WITH TWO ACCOUNT WINS
LEADING Midlands-based PR and digital agency Cartwright Communications has been appointed by two local pioneering food and drink companies, building on its growing experience and expertise in the sector.
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4th June 2021
Local leaders to guide green growth and recovery
As the UK transitions to a low carbon economy there are significant opportunities arising at pace from the changes to technology, methods of production and forms of consumption. In response the D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership has established a new Low
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4th June 2021
Burton MP makes history at the Derbyshire firm putting the fun back into children’s learning all over the world
BURTON MP Kate Griffiths heard how children’s learning equipment made in the heart of the Midlands is bringing outdoor fun for youngsters all over the world when she became one of the first VIPs to visit a Tutbury firm’s new £2m headquarters.
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4th June 2021
Students host celebration event with pride
Business studies, computer science and accountancy students at West Nottinghamshire College have been applauded by their tutors, friends, parents, and principal and chief executive Andrew Cropley at their annual rewards and celebration evening.
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4th June 2021
The Role of Capitalism in Society: An Entrepreneur's Perspective | TBI Podcast | Episode 19
In this episode, our host interviews Vikas Shah MBE DL, a high-profile entrepreneur and a NED on various boards. We discuss the role of entrepreneurism in society. Vikas also draws upon insights from his interviews with Nobel Prize Winners, Business Leade
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4th June 2021
KuKu Connect - Global Business Connecting
Your invitation to go global Friday, 18th June 12-2pm
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3rd June 2021
Innovative recruitment analytics firm finds the perfect match in Midlands agency Champions (UK) plc
A unique global AI recruitment firm, AssessFirst, has teamed up with leading Midlands based brand agency Champions (UK) plc to accelerate the introduction of advanced psychometrics to UK companies recruiting and managing workforces.
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3rd June 2021
Leicestershire-based flooring firm rated 'One to Watch' by organisation that rates the best companies to work for in the UK
UK Flooring Direct employs more than 200 people at its headquarters in Hinckley, Leicestershire, and at its second site in Coventry, West Midlands, selling more than 250 products including wood and laminate flooring to both retail and trade customers via
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3rd June 2021
PEGASUS GROUP STRENGTHENS EAST MIDS PLANNING TEAM
Consultants Pegasus Group has strengthened its East Midlands office with the appointment of a planning specialist.
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3rd June 2021
Double win for Liniar at Quanex Annual Awards
Liniar is delighted to announce it’s been awarded wins in two categories in this year’s annual Quanex Safety & Stakeholder Awards!
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3rd June 2021
East Midlands business leaders throw weight behind vital US-based cancer charity
A charity set up in the US almost a decade ago is to bring its fundraising efforts to help those suffering from cancer to the UK.
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2nd June 2021
100 ways to go greener
The Business Gateway Growth Hub is giving 100 Leicestershire companies the chance to use a brand new digital platform to monitor and reduce their carbon emissions in a pioneering green initiative.
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2nd June 2021
A Festival of Sport
Ashby Sport is proud to present the first Ashby Sport Funday held on The Bath Grounds. This is a chance for all sports to get together in Ashby and showcase what they have to offer to the community. The day will celebrate the diversity and opportunity pre
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2nd June 2021
Marketing Team Covers 1000 Miles to Raise Funds for Local Causes
Leicestershire based marketing agency, Mocha Marketing, recently took on the huge challenge of covering 1000 miles over the month of April for local charities Hope Against Cancer and Bodie Hodges Foundation. Not a team to shy away from hard work, they ros
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2nd June 2021
New Ashby Sport Sponsorship
The Ashby Sport alliance has grown to an amazing 34 sports clubs representing 27 different sports across the town and surrounding area. Since launch the website has received over 3000 individual hits, viewing nearly 10,000 pages and the social media chann
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2nd June 2021
Local contractor backs sustainability to play key role in regional growth across Nottinghamshire
Willmott Dixon, the privately owned construction and interiors company based in Nottinghamshire, publishes its accounts for the 12 months to 31 December 2020.
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2nd June 2021
Essential Print joins the Rams, and launches exclusive competition
Essential Print Services is thrilled to announced that it is the official print partner for the Derby Ram Trail which will take place this summer.
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2nd June 2021
Nottingham school children sow the seeds for sustainable development The Island Quarter
CHILDREN from Sneinton C of E Primary School have been sprinkling wildflower seeds at The Island Quarter development to usher in Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust’s annual “30 Days Wild” campaign.
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1st June 2021
East Midlands Recruitment firm cements business growth with global team expansion
There have been few business success stories in the last year, so the growth seen by Nottingham based Distinct Recruitment over the last 12 months is all the more significant. Year on year sales have risen by 68% and reinvestment has seen an increase in
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1st June 2021
LETTINGS SUCCESS FOR CONNECT DERBY STUDIOS FOLLOWING THE RELAXATION OF ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
A year on from opening their doors to non-creative businesses, Connect Derby’s Friar Gate Studios and Sadler Bridge Studios have half of their available space to businesses from across the supply chain to the non-creative sectors.
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1st June 2021
East Midlands Recruiter Launches Innovative New Website for Fast-Track Job Applications
Award-winning East Midlands recruiter Encore Personnel has launched an innovative new website to support job seekers in finding their perfect role quickly, as unemployment figures continue to rise.
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1st June 2021
Cash and help from trentbarton together
trentbarton is once again offering up cash donations, sponsorship or its time and resources to local good causes.
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1st June 2021
Sales increase as housebuilder meets growing demand for homes in lockdown
New homes sales are continuing to rise for Jones Homes Yorkshire after the developer committed to continuing construction through the recent lockdowns.
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1st June 2021
DICE WELCOMES NEW TALENT WITH TRIO OF NEW HIRES
EAST MIDLANDS-based Dice – a multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy – has welcomed three new staff members to its growing team following a number of exciting new wins.
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1st June 2021
NEW DEPARTMENT HEAD ANNOUNCED AT NOTTINGHAM LAW FIRM
LEADING Nottingham law firm Nelsons has announced a new head of department for its city-based Court of Protection team.
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1st June 2021
Edmond Shipway relocates to new Lace Market office
OFF TO BROADWAY – EDMOND SHIPWAY MOVES TO NEW NOTTINGHAM CITY CENTRE OFFICE
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1st June 2021
LOCAL DEVELOPER SUPPORTS LEICESTER CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL APPEAL
Midlands-based developer Mulberry has donated to the Leicester Children’s Hospital Appeal to support Phase One of a dedicated children’s hospital in Leicester.
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1st June 2021
QTS Group acquires electrification specialists REL
Leading rail infrastructure engineering services provider, QTS Group Ltd (“QTS”), has completed the acquisition of Uddingston based rail electrification experts, Rail Electrification Limited (“REL”).
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1st June 2021
Leicester Bakery Wins Silver Award at National Free From Food Awards
On Thursday 27th May Blackfriars Bakery of South Wigston Leicester was awarded Silver in the ‘Snack Bars’ category at the national Free From Awards for it’s Cocoa, Cranberry & Orange Porridge Oat Bar, which is Gluten and Dairy Free.
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1st June 2021
Businesses land in sand to raise £100k for charity
Six local businesses have completed a mammoth golf challenge and, having raised £10,828 for the charity BigCLittleC which supports local NSPCC and Cancer Research initiatives, they have now committed to make it an annual event until £100,000 is raised.
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1st June 2021
Britcon welcomes Chesterfield College construction students to One Waterside Place site
Chesterfield Waterside, Chesterfield Borough Council and Britcon (UK) Ltd have begun an eight-week activity partnership with Chesterfield College by welcoming its Level 3 Construction Management students on site
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1st June 2021
STRUGGLING TO FIND A JOB? NOTTS CHARITY LAUNCHES PROGRAMME TO HELP YOUNG AND UNEMPLOYED RESIDENTS SECURE WORK
NOTTINGHAM-BASED community organisation Switch Up has launched a free employability program that will empower 14- to 24-year-olds from disadvantaged backgrounds in the city to achieve their career aspirations.
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1st June 2021
WFH spawns new “pocket” trend in home design, according to Nottingham architect
Acres Architects has identified “pocket living” as a growing new trend in the interior layout design of our dwellings due to increased home working.
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1st June 2021
Perfect match as charity football team and Derbyshire business raise more than £1,500 for city special school’s sensory room
FATBALL - a Derby football team which donates all of its profits to local charities – has raised more than £1,500 for good causes since Prime Minister Boris Johnson lifted coronavirus restrictions on competitive sport being played earlier this year.
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1st June 2021
Leicestershire schools urged to sign up for ‘Seeds for Good’ initiative
New fundraising competition launched encouraging creative thinking for primary school children, with the winning entry set to win a Willsow plantable book for each pupil.
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1st June 2021
PLANS SUBMITTED FOR PIONEERING T LEVEL CENTRE
PLANS for a £2.3million state-of-the-art T Level facility have been submitted to Charnwood Borough Council by a local team of specialists for Loughborough College.
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1st June 2021
INKDRAWN APPOINTED ON £35M RIVERSIDE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT IN ASHFORD
Leicestershire-based architectural practice, InkDrawn has been appointed as lead design for a new, £35m residential development in Ashford, Kent.
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1st June 2021
Experienced Area Sales Manager joins East Midlands housebuilder
An East Midlands housebuilder has bolstered its team with the appointment of a new Area Sales Manager.
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1st June 2021
FOOD CONSULTANCY EXPANDS PORTFOLIO WITH NUTRIGUMS PARTNERSHIP
NOTTINGHAM-BASED consultancy firm The Good Food Group has announced a long-term partnership with gummy vitamins brand Nutrigums®.
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