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Spanish Producer Takes Great Taste 2026’s Top Prize as EU Food and Drink Shines
Food and drink from across the European Union has enjoyed a standout year at Great Taste 2026, with Wagyu Beef Ham from Spain’s Entrepeñas named…
Walsall dance school steps into new studio with £6,000 grant support
A rapidly growing dance school has expanded into a new premises in Willenhall after securing funding to create a dedicated space for classes, helping the…
Tamworth’s Bold IT celebrates latest successes of growing apprenticeship programme
An award-winning West Midlands IT firm which has introduced a raft of apprenticeships since a management buyout five years ago is celebrating the programme’s two…
One Black Bear Creative Partner appointed as IPA City Head for Birmingham and the Midlands
A veteran of the regional advertising and creative scene has been appointed as the new Institute of Practitioners in Advertising (IPA) City Head for Birmingham…
‘I pay tax before I pay a wage when creating jobs,’ that’s got to change warns Redditch manufacturer with Budget looming
James Leng, Managing Director of precision engineering specialist Pre-Met, lays out his industrial ‘wishlist’ for the Chancellor.
Keene named ‘Industry Legend’ as Aurrigo win two titles at the Self-Driving Industry Awards
A Kenilworth entrepreneur who is helping the UK to lead the autonomous vehicle race has been named as an ‘Industry Legend’.
EU Reset is a necessity as UK manufacturers risk becoming the forgotten link in Europe’s new industrial strategy
The UK must intensify its efforts to secure a closer relationship with the European Union or risk leaving domestic manufacturers at a growing disadvantage in…
Rising employment costs top business concerns as ‘cautious’ firms await Chancellor’s first Budget
More than half of UK companies (51%) are concerned about yet another ‘jobs’ hammer blow when the Chancellor announces his budget on Wednesday.
Budget Uncertainty Leaves Small Businesses Seeking Stability Through Customer Relationships
Small businesses and entrepreneurs make up 99% of the business population in the UK yet they face growing uncertainty ahead of the upcoming Autumn Budget,…
Keon Homes starts construction works on new council homes in major New Park Village estate regeneration
Construction has started on the first phase of new homes in the council’s transformation of New Park Village estate.
Lang Technik UK targets growth in automation systems as it unveils new showroom
One of the UK’s leading 5-axis workholding and automation systems specialists has unveiled its new showroom.
Tax rises and fuel costs top concerns as 86% of small businesses fear Budget announcements that would damage growth outlook
Across the UK, 86% of small businesses fear the possibility of specific Budget announcements next week that, in their view, would negatively impact the growth…
Walsall engineering firm gears up for expansion after £6,000 funding boost
A Walsall-based engineering and manufacturing business is set to expand its workshop capabilities after securing a £6,000 grant from Walsall Business Support.
Family-run Jackson Lifts expands with new Tamworth office
The UK’s largest independent lift company, Jackson Lifts, is expanding its operations with a move to new premises in Tamworth.
Founders to make their pitch at Sixways as Worcestershire set to host its first Business Funding Summit
Worcestershire entrepreneurs are being encouraged to swap the boardroom for the rugby stadium next month, as they pitch their business ventures to a room full…
Media 10 launches ‘Supercharged’ event to unite construction sector
Media 10 has announced that the award-winning UK Construction Week (UKCW) London will return in 2027 as a curated super event that unites nine specialist…
Italian restaurant set for expansion following funding from BCRS Business Loans
A Worcester based, family-run Italian restaurant is set to expand its offering and create additional employment opportunities following a £200,000 loan from BCRS Business Loans.
Ideal Home Show heading to Birmingham for first-ever Midlands event
The UK’s biggest celebration of home and garden, the Ideal Home Show is heading to the Midlands for the first time, bringing more than 100…
Arighi Bianchi Enters Corporate Gifting Market with New Luxury Christmas Hampers
Cheshire-based furniture and interiors retailer Arighi Bianchi has launched its first-ever luxury Christmas hamper collection, expanding its retail offering into premium food and gifting ahead…
New report reveals 10,800 jobs boost for UK castings and forgings from offshore wind push
A major new report has set out a clear route for increasing UK participation in offshore wind castings and forgings supply chains, with the potential…
Renters call for greater transparency in HMOs new research reveals
National findings released as 1 in 5 tenants report feeling unsafe at some point during their tenancy because of a housemate.
Pat Murphy recognised in The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Leaders 2026
Pat Murphy, founder and CEO of global advertising production consultancy MurphyCobb, has been recognised in The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Leaders 2026.
Unexpected EU pairings to inspire autumn menus and retail displays
From cheese and chocolate to aquavit and pork, unexpected combinations can help retailers and hospitality operators bring protected European food and drink products to life…
AWI enjoys positive ‘nuclear reaction’ with £150,000 contract boost
A fast-growing Black Country manufacturer is reaping its commitment to world class quality by increasing its existing work in the nuclear sector by 15%.