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13th June 2025

2025 East Midlands Enterprising Women Awards finalists announced

Recognising the outstanding achievement of women in the East Midlands business community, the shortlist for the 2025 Enterprising Women Awards shortlist has been revealed.

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13th June 2025

Lemon and Lime Interiors takes centre stage on national primetime property show

Lemon and Lime Interiors has become the first UK home staging firm to be directly spotlighted on a primetime property show, showcasing the transformation process for the sale of one of Derbyshire’s most luxury homes.

13th June 2025

Local winner among those celebrating business success

A Hinckley entrepreneur is among the inspirational achievers celebrated at the seventh Ladies First Professional Development Network Business Awards.

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East Midlands Business Launches Aluminium Pergola Range

Agadon Garden Living has just launched a new range of beautiful Aluminium Pergola, Designer Carports and Garden Storage solutions in time for the Easter break. All available on their new ecommerce website which was launched earlier this month.

12th June 2025

Awards finalist spot for Northants company highlights outstanding achievement in sustainability

A Northants company has clinched an awards finalist spot for Outstanding Contribution to Sustainability at this year’s Construction News Specialist Awards 2025.

12th June 2025

Leicester’s space expertise to be showcased on international stage

Leading global players in the aerospace industry will have the chance to learn about Leicester’s impact on the space community at a major international conference.

12th June 2025

Comprehensive spending review investment welcomed but should not bring tax burden says Chamber

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The benefits of using three random words for your password

Cyber security experts have revealed in depth for the first time the logic behind their advice to use three random words when creating passwords.

11th June 2025

Nottingham University Business School recognised in the global Positive Impact Rating Edition 2025

Nottingham University Business School (NUBS) has been recognised for its societal impact and commitment to sustainability in its first entry in the Positive Impact Rating (PIR).

10th June 2025

From classroom to construction site: the Derby alumni helping to build the new Business School

From learning about construction at the University of Derby to helping build its new seven-storey Business School in the heart of the city, two alumni share their full-circle career moment.

10th June 2025

A dreamy win for Woolroom at the Ideal Home Awards 2025

WOOLROOM, the British sleep specialist known for its natural, sustainable bedding essentials, has been recognised at the Ideal Home Awards 2025, as its Deluxe Washable Wool Duvet was crowned the overall winner of the Best Duvet category.

10th June 2025

'It’s a tribute to lives lost, and a promise to the students of today that their safety matters' - Emile Heskey launches new Student Safety App across the UK

A groundbreaking mobile application designed to safeguard students and enhance campus safety is set to launch nationwide this August. The Student Safety App, a social impact venture, offers students a real-time safety companion with an array of features a

10th June 2025

DSP (Interiors) celebrates 35 years of excellence in interior designand fit-out services

One of the Midlands' most respected commercial interior design and fit-out companies is celebrating its 35th birthday and reflecting on three and a half decades in business.

10th June 2025

Fixing barriers to SME innovation key to unlocking regional growth, according to new report

Oxford Innovation Advice calls for overhaul of complex business support system holding back SME innovation and UK competitiveness

10th June 2025

NWSLC students impress at national cook and serve competition

Catering and hospitality students from North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College (NWSLC) have done themselves proud achieving third place in the prestigious British Culinary Foundation’s Student Cook and Serve Team Challenge including a best fro

10th June 2025

PKF Smith Cooper Systems Celebrates a Record-Breaking Year

Award-winning Sage Business Partner achieves a successful FY24!

10th June 2025

Launch event set to give home buyers first look at brand new Bramcote development

A Nottinghamshire developer is set to reveal its brand new house designs and prices at an exclusive launch event being held at The Glass in Beeston.

6th June 2025

University of Derby named one of the UK’s best in 2026 student rankings

Students have spoken – and the University of Derby has been voted as one of the UK’s top institutions in the 2026 Uni Compare rankings.

6th June 2025

D-Day News from Burton manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles

On the 81st anniversary of D-Day, pioneering roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles' revolutionary new product has landed. The first of its kind in the UK, Bute3® is a truly innovative design, an interlocking triple, multipurpose concrete roof tile.

5th June 2025

East Midlands Chamber Business Awards open for entry

Firms across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire are being invited to put themselves forward for the East Midlands Chamber Business Awards 2025/26, with entry now officially open.

4th June 2025

Phoenix Brickwork gets behind new Masonry Association of Great Britain which will offer cutting-edge training and a strong industry voice

National brickwork, scaffolding and SFS specialist Phoenix Brickwork, based in Pinxton, Derbyshire, has backed the newly launched Masonry Association of Great Britain.

3rd June 2025

BIRDS BAKERY RELEASES A NEW TAKE ON THE ‘ELEPHANT’S FOOT’ BUN

East Midlands’ favourite Birds Bakery has launched a new variety of one of their most popular products - the Elephant’s Foot.

3rd June 2025

Nottingham Business School sets gold standard in business engagement with reaccreditation excellence

Nottingham Business School’s commitment to supporting businesses, fostering entrepreneurship, and driving economic growth has been recognised with reaccreditation from the Small Business Charter (SBC) for the maximum five-year period.

3rd June 2025

Hair guru Kim Flood opens flagship clinic in Derby and attracts hair loss clients from across the UK

An expert in hair and scalp health has announced the opening of her flagship clinic in Derby.

3rd June 2025

Chesterfield Skills and Employment Partnership is two years’ old!

The Chesterfield Skills and Employment Partnership has marked its two-year milestone with the appointment of a new chair.

3rd June 2025

DAINS GROUP GROWS NATIONAL PRESENTATION WITH ACQUISITION OF BARNES ROFFE

Leading accountancy and advisory services provider to the SME market, the Dains Group (“Dains”), announces that it has made its second acquisition since securing private equity backing from IK Partners (“IK”) in a move that demonstrates its intention to b

3rd June 2025

Free Space Park Leicester seminar to focus on seismic waves

Experts at the forefront of techniques to locate the sources of underground explosions on Earth and in space will share their knowledge at a free event at Space Park Leicester.

3rd June 2025

MUCH BETTER ADVENTURES APPOINTS TANK AS DIGITAL PR AGENCY FOLLOWING SUCCESSFUL PROJECT

Nottingham-based digital marketing and PR agency, Tank, has been appointed by global adventure travel company Much Better Adventures on a retained basis, following a successful digital PR project.

3rd June 2025

Civil and structural engineer BSP Consulting appointed on EN:Procure Construction Consultancy Services (Gen-4) Framework

East Midlands-based civil and structural engineering company BSP Consulting has been appointed on the latest consultancy framework announced by EN:Procure.

3rd June 2025

PKF Smith Cooper Systems Celebrates a Record-Breaking Year Award-winning Sage Business Partner achieves a successful FY24!

PKF Smith Cooper Systems is celebrating another outstanding year of growth and success.

3rd June 2025

Colwick School Becomes 11th Academy to Join Nottingham’s Largest MAT

St. John’s Church of England Primary School in Colwick has officially joined Nottingham's biggest Multi Academy Trust (MAT), Archway Learning Trust. The union is a culmination of a three-year journey, which started out as a curious enquiry about collabora

3rd June 2025

SIX MORE YEARS AS INIT RENEWS RELATIONSHIP WITH NCT

CONTACTLESS ticketing and vehicle location technology provided by INIT will remain on Nottingham’s buses for a further six years after the operator renewed its contract with the firm.

3rd June 2025

Rotherhill Completes Acquisition of Industrial Investment at J28 M1

Midlands-based property developer and asset manager, Rotherhill, in partnership with a long-standing private office joint venture partner, is pleased to announce the acquisition of a 78,770 sq ft industrial investment split across two neighbouring buildin

3rd June 2025

East Midlands Investment Zone’s first year of delivery accelerates technology innovation

The East Midlands Investment Zone (EMIZ) has completed its first year of place-based grants supporting businesses at the forefront of the UK’s green industrial future. Over £500,000 in funding was awarded to a cohort of 15 ‘fast start’ pilot projects – ea

30th May 2025

Lemon and Lime interiors celebrates a decade of transforming UK property market

National home staging firm Lemon and Lime Interiors has celebrated its ten-year anniversary with ambitious growth plans as it continues its impact on the UK’s premium property market.

30th May 2025

Nottingham college opens new dedicated training centre to address regional green skills shortages

A new £250,000 centre for green skills training and education has been officially opened at Nottingham College, to address skills shortages in both construction and renewable energy in the region.

30th May 2025

Housebuilder set to invest £102 million to transform former Boots site

Top 10 UK housebuilder, Keepmoat, is investing more than £102 million into a housing regeneration scheme at the former Boots site in Nottingham, now named Beeston Canalside, following a partnership with Platform Housing Group.

29th May 2025

Families can explore Leicester for less this half term with the new My Leicester App

With half term underway, a new free app is helping families enjoy a full day out in Leicester city centre, while making their money go further.

29th May 2025

Northants based Southgate’s Bespoke Trolley Helps Boost Productivity

A bespoke prototype designed by Northamptonshire-based Southgate Global, a leader in the supply of packaging equipment, consumables and servicing in operational logistics and fulfilment, has helped a leading retail brand reduce its loading time by 50 per

29th May 2025

Nottingham Venues Shortlisted for National Events Industry Award

Nottingham Venues is pleased to announce that its Conference and Events Team has been named as a finalist in the Best Conference/Events Team (Venues) category at the 2025 Conference and Events Awards.

29th May 2025

Market Harborough Building Society Named One of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 — Again

In a year marked by economic uncertainty and shifting workplace expectations, one organisation has proven that a strong culture and community commitment still resonate deeply with employees.

28th May 2025

Apprenticeship investment must not neglect higher level schemes says Chamber

East Midlands Chamber has cautiously welcomed a government pledge to increase investment into lower-level apprenticeships but warned measures must not cut off ways to upskill without requiring traditional education.

28th May 2025

Landscape architecture practice invests in premises in conservation area in Newark

Landscape architecture practice Influence Landscape Planning & Design has invested in its own premises having bought a property in Navigation Yard, Newark.

27th May 2025

Nottingham SEO Agency Celebrates Industry Recognition at Prestigious European Awards in Kraków

Local SEO consultancy, Growthack, has been recognised on the European stage, taking home the Best Use of Search - B2B SEO award

27th May 2025

Mission accomplished to drive creative career access for midlands' young people

Discover! Creative Careers has announced a major expansion of its national programme to inspire more 11-18 year olds into creative careers, with Midlands delivery led by local training and consultancy experts Mission Accomplished.

27th May 2025

Upperton Pharma Solutions names one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025

Upperton Pharma Solutions, a leading Nottingham-based pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO), is proud to announce its recognition as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025.

24th May 2025

Nottingham students build their way to victory at Guild of Bricklayers heat

As the region’s leading provider of construction training, Nottingham College’s Basford campus was proud to host the prestigious Guild of Bricklayers competition on 12th May at its newly opened £6m Construction Skills Centre.

24th May 2025

Leicestershire’s Tyron Runflat Stand ‘Shoulder to Shoulder’ with Key Customer Markets at FEINDEF

Inventor of the world’s only multi-piece rubber Runflat system, Tyron Runflat, has attended FEINDEF 2025 - The International Defence and Security Exhibition of Spain - held biennially in Madrid, to strengthen its international partnerships.

24th May 2025

Housing association’s Digital Academy to welcome first cohort of apprentices

A Leicestershire housing association is proud to announce the next phase of its Digital Futures Academy, with six apprentices set to begin the groundbreaking programme in September 2025.

23rd May 2025

Altia ranked in top 100 best companies for workplace development in UK

Investigative technology firm, Altia, has been officially named as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development™ 2025 by Great Place to Work®.

23rd May 2025

Leading tech firm Barron McCann inspires Derby pupils with hands-on career experience

A leading tech business that provides IT services across the UK and Europe, has opened its doors to local students in a bid to inspire the city’s next generation of professionals.

22nd May 2025

Notts serial entrepreneur says 'tiny homes' answer to housing and homeless crisis

East Midlands sustainability entrepreneur believes that the tiny-house movement is both a simplistic and highly cost-effective way to address some of the country’s most pressing housing and climate challenges.

22nd May 2025

Lack of financial education holding young entrepreneurs back, says FSB

Young people lack the financial education to equip them for entrepreneurship.

21st May 2025

EE unveils first East Midlands Experience store with help from England legend Viv Anderson MBE

EE is opening the doors of its first East Midlands Experience store in Nottingham’s Victoria Centre** on Thursday, 22nd May, bringing the latest in connected technology to the local community.

21st May 2025

Rise in inflation dials up price pressure for businesses

Firms face increased pressure to increase prices with inflation having climbed more than expected to 3.5%, East Midlands Chamber has said.

21st May 2025

Derby tech firm Alton Valley celebrates national award win and multiple award nominations

Staff at Derby-based technology firm Alton Valley are celebrating after winning a national award for delivering the best IT service in the UK.

20th May 2025

Keepmoat invests £80m into regeneration of forgotten Leicester waterways

Top 10 UK housebuilder, Keepmoat, is investing more than £80m into a regeneration scheme that will help transform disused and neglected industrial buildings near Leicester’s waterways.

20th May 2025

Midlands Economic Summit - Monday 9th June 2025

Now is a crucial time for the Midlands Economy as the region ramps up work to fulfil its vast growth potential, against the backdrop of an uncertain economic climate

20th May 2025

EU reset a step forward in improving trade says Chamber

East Midlands Chamber has welcomed outcomes of the UK and EU ‘reset’ talks, saying they will help ease challenges businesses have faced since Brexit.

20th May 2025

DSP (Interiors) shortlisted for a prestigious award

A leading design, refurbishment and fit-out specialist has been shortlisted for a prestigious industry award for its work transforming a 16,000 sq ft empty building shell into a large bespoke office and warehouse facility.

20th May 2025

Housing association celebrates national win for heating services excellence

A Leicestershire social landlord is celebrating a significant national win after one of its teams was named Heating Team of the Year at the prestigious ASCP Awards 2025, held last Thursday in Newport, Wales.

20th May 2025

Superior Wellness Managing Director Rob Carlin secures spot on E2E International 100 Track 2025 at Number 36

Superior Wellness, a global leader in hot tubs and wellness products, is proud to announce that its Managing Director, Rob Carlin, has been recognised on the prestigious E2E International 100 Track 2025, published in association with The Independent.

19th May 2025

First Enterprise Launches £13m Fund to Support Underserved UK SMEs under the new Community ENABLE Funding programme

First Enterprise has launched a new £13m lending initiative to support UK-based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are unable to access finance from traditional banks and high street lenders.

19th May 2025

Derby College Group unveils new Automotive Academy and strengthens Industry Partnerships

Derby College Group (DCG) has officially unveiled its newly redeveloped Automotive Academy, marking a significant investment in the future of automotive skills training in Derby and beyond.

19th May 2025

Two Nottingham agencies make significant gains in national PR league table

Nottingham agencies Tank and Cartwright, have achieved their highest ever rankings in the PR industry’s most prestigious league table - the PR Week Top 150.

17th May 2025

‘Pipe dream’ becomes reality for Notts based Aerocom (UK) at Europe’s largest medical campus

Beeston headquartered Aerocom (UK) Ltd is on its way to installing one of its biggest ever pneumatic tube systems (PTS) at the 150-acre Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

17th May 2025

Nottingham College unveils £5.4m centre for supported learners, transforming opportunities for SEND families

A brand-new centre for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities (SLDD) has officially opened at Nottingham College’s Basford campus.

17th May 2025

High praise and celebrations for work placement success

West Nottinghamshire College’s work placement team has celebrated yet another highly successful year of positive placements in industry for over 1,900 students.

17th May 2025

Northampton’s excellent night-time economy recognised with international award

Northampton town centre’s ‘gold standard’ evening and night-time economy has been honoured with a top international award for the sixth year in a row.

17th May 2025

The Bakewell Tart Shop Unveils Major Refurbishment and Sustainable Innovations, Paving the Way for Expansion Across the Peak District

The Bakewell Tart Shop, the iconic 100 year old café and shop in the heart of Bakewell, is set to undergo a transformation

16th May 2025

Birds Bakery launch limited edition doughnut

East Midlands favourite, Birds Bakery, has unveiled a brand new limited-edition marble doughnut to celebrate National Doughnut Week, in aid of The Children’s Trust.

16th May 2025

EMCRC begin Cyber PATH student recruitment with online event

The East Midlands Cyber Resilience Centre is hosting a live webinar on Wednesday, May 21 at 4pm to give East Midlands students the knowhow they need to apply for the Cyber PATH programme.

16th May 2025

Market Harborough Building Society Celebrates First Anniversary of Newcombe House

Market Harborough Building Society (MHBS) is proud to celebrate the first anniversary of its head office, Newcombe House.

15th May 2025

Rutland-based coffee roastery shortlisted for the SME Leicestershire and Rutland Business awards steal the show!

Small multi-award-winning business Two Chimps Coffee wins not one, not two, but THREE awards at the SME Leicestershire and Rutland Business finals!

15th May 2025

£10 million regeneration scheme set to breathe new life into Derby's St James Street

A bold £10 million regeneration project has been unveiled, breathing new life into the heart of Derby city centre.

15th May 2025

Full Throttle: Copper Parry doubles down on automotive

With the appointment of Ian McMahon as its new Head of Automotive, Cooper Parry (CP) has officially hit the accelerator in one of the UK’s most dynamic sectors.

15th May 2025

Nottingham mental health & neurodiversity clinic celebrates a transformative first year

During Mental Health Awareness Week (12–18 May), Purple House Clinic Nottingham is celebrating an extraordinary first year of growth, innovation, and positive impact on the local community.

14th May 2025

A month of celebrations as KH Hair Arnold reaches 40 year milestone

The team at KH Hair in Arnold, Nottingham is celebrating as the salon reaches a 40 year milestone trading in the town.

14th May 2025

Arc Partnership strengthens client offering with two new professional services and expanded team

Arc Partnership has expanded its professional services portfolio, by introducing Estates Service and Development Service provision, and appointing a new Director to lead the new teams.

14th May 2025

Northampton pupil's greetings cards welcome residents to new neighbourhood

Following a greetings card design competition with David Wilson Homes, an imaginative pupil from a school in Towcester is spreading joy to residents at the homebuilder’s development, The Watlings.

13th May 2025

Burton estate agency expanding after being recognised as one of the top in the country

Burton estate agency is set to expand after being recognised as one of the best in the business by an independent UK property award.

13th May 2025

The Bakewell Tart Shop launches UK-first personalised allergen and intolerance software

Beloved local and national institution The Bakewell Tart Shop has today unveiled a revolutionary new software solution designed to give customers with any eating allergy, intolerance, or dietary preference a safer and more confident dining experience.

13th May 2025

Sponge-like pellets could prevent CO₂ from entering the atmosphere

Sponge-like pellets may hold the key to preventing CO₂ from entering the atmosphere, supporting future net zero ambitions, a new report from the University of Nottingham explains.

12th May 2025

Hundreds of Derby students learn first-rate Rolls-Royce engineering skills at world’s oldest factory

Hundreds of Derby and Nottingham students stepped out of the classroom to hone their engineering skills under the watchful eye of Rolls-Royce apprentices in the inspiring setting of the world’s first modern factory.

12th May 2025

BSP Consulting appointed onto frameworks

BSP Consulting celebrates framework successes

11th May 2025

Freeths named Official Legal Partner at first ever South by Southwest London

Leading law firm Freeths has been named as an Official Legal Partner for the debut European edition of South by Southwest (SXSW) London 2025 on June 2nd – 7th.

11th May 2025

‘Forging Ahead’ initiative to transform innovation and entrepreneurship across the Midlands

A coalition of 15 Midlands university partners has launched a bold new initiative that is set to revolutionise how research and innovation are translated into real-world impact across the region.

10th May 2025

Physiotherapy clinic gets moving with new clinic

A physiotherapy clinic in Northampton has relocated to become part of a thriving gym community.

10th May 2025

Leicester Based Lighting Specialist Thrives Amongst Tariff Uncertainty

Ventola Projects, a Leicester-based VAvR and advanced LED lighting specialist, is thriving on US exports despite looming tariff uncertainty.

10th May 2025

Award-winning homebuilder partners with Radcliffe on Trent community to boost local business

Spitfire Homes is launching a new community-focused initiative in Radcliffe on Trent to help support local small businesses, at a time when 37 shops are pulling down their shutters for the final time every day in the UK.

10th May 2025

Phoenix Brickwork offers multi-rade support to Government's rebuild school project in Doncaster

Phoenix Brickwork, a specialist in brickwork, scaffolding and steel frame systems (SFS), is delivering multi-trade support to help rebuild a school in Doncaster.

10th May 2025

Gain Capacity Experts Opens First Office Following Business Growth

Gain Capacity Experts, a specialist provider of mental capacity assessments, has opened its first office in Bramcote, Nottingham, marking a major milestone in the business’s continued growth.

9th May 2025

DCG's Carpentry and Joinery Apprentices Celebrate Double Success at Prestigious Competition

Derby College Group (DCG) is celebrating after its Carpentry and Joinery apprentices secured top honours

9th May 2025

Freeths recognised as Law Firm of the Year at highly respected City AM Awards 2025

Leading law firm Freeths has received the accolade of Law firm of the Year at the prestigious national City AM Awards 2025. This comes less than a year after being awarded Law firm of the Year at the Legal Business Awards.

9th May 2025

Silver prize for health and safety consultancy

It was a celebratory night for Acorn Safety Services on Thursday (1st May) when the leading health and safety consultancy won an award for High Growth at the SME Northamptonshire Business Awards.

9th May 2025

First award win for new cleaning company

An up-and-coming Northamptonshire-based environmental remediation and cleaning company has won its first ever business award.

9th May 2025

NTU recognised as Policing Academic Centre of Excellence

Nottingham Trent University has been recognised as a Policing Academic Centre of Excellence (P-ACE) in a new initiative to ensure that policing is shaped by the latest and best scientific expertise.

9th May 2025

Derby College Group Students Take a Step Towards Their Future at Annual ‘Get Hired’ Event

Derby College Group welcomed students and employers to the Roundhouse today for its much-anticipated Get Hired event

9th May 2025

G F Tomlinson begins work on University of Nottingham’s hydrogen propulsion systems lab

Midlands contractor, G F Tomlinson, has officially commenced construction on the University of Nottingham’s highly anticipated hydrogen propulsion systems lab at the Jubilee Campus.

8th May 2025

Derbyshire Wildlife Trust recognised in Parliament for Championing Fair and Inclusive Work

Derbyshire Wildlife Trust has been recognised at the House of Commons today (8 May) for its outstanding leadership in promoting fair, secure and inclusive work