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‘We’re still open for business’ – Lesters Arms owner urges people to back the pub to help it overcome the Brewood bridge closure
A Staffordshire entrepreneur, who invested more than £1m into bringing a derelict pub back to life, is urging people to back local businesses struggling with…

Wolverhampton broadcaster to share career journey at Black Country Diners Club event
A Wolverhampton-born broadcaster will share her insights on managing pressure and building confidence when business loan provider BCRS Business Loans holds its popular Black Country…

One in Five Sports Fans Miss Live Action Due to Broadband, Survey Reveals
New research from Zen Internet has revealed that one in five UK sports fans have missed key moments watching live sport at home due to…

Direct Cremation Provider ‘With a Difference’ Reports Strong Start to Trading in West Midlands
A new West Midlands direct cremations business steeped in decades of funeral expertise has reported a busy first quarter of trading, with enquiries and bookings…

MacMartin appointed to create LGBT veterans’ campaign and help “right a historic wrong”
A Derby creative communications agency has been appointed to devise a national campaign designed to identify and encourage LGBT service personnel who faced discrimination while…

One Million and Counting: Russell Roof Tiles Celebrates Major Production Milestone
Russell Roof Tiles is celebrating the production of its one millionth Bute3® tile, marking a huge milestone for the innovative tile, which has rapidly become…

‘People first’ approach sees S&R Construction take Large Employer title at ‘Best Places to Work Awards’
A Kingswinford-based firm’s drive to change the face of the construction sector ‘by putting people first’ has claimed a major regional honour.

Keen AI and National Grid Develop Britain’s First Shared AI System for the Grid, Backed by UK Network Operators
Keen AI, a UK-based company specialising in AI solutions for critical infrastructure, in partnership with National Grid, has secured Alpha-phase funding from the Strategic Innovation…

DarkSkope Launches DarkSkreen to Challenge Static Financial Crime Screening
DarkSkope has launched DarkSkreen, a decision intelligence platform built to help financial services organisations detect hidden risk across people, organisations and assets.

UKSE West Midlands team to cycle 100km for CALM charity
The UKSE West Midlands team are set to take on a 100km cycle challenge to raise vital funds for suicide prevention charity CALM.

Johnson Fellows strengthens property management team
Birmingham property consultancy Johnson Fellows has grown its property management team as the city centre firm continues to go from strength to strength.

Hospitality operators seek faster support as say86 passes 19,000 listings
Hospitality operators across the UK are continuing to face growing operational pressures, from rising costs and staffing shortages through to supplier reliability and last-minute service…

Maintenance Specialist Enjoys Rapid Growth On Back Of ART Business Loans Funding
A Birmingham commercial maintenance specialist has rapidly grown its staffing levels and turnover having accessed funding for growth from finance provider ART Business Loans.

Metals firms wanted as major industry survey launches
A major new survey to capture the latest views of the UK Metals sector has been launched – at a time that many bosses believe…

‘Welly Walk’ to give Worcestershire home buyers access to new Upton upon Severn development
Home hunters in Worcestershire are being encouraged to get an early ‘sneak peek’ of a new development that has a focus on outdoor lifestyle, green…

The Europe Travel Rule UK Holidaymakers Keep Getting Wrong
The message usually arrives in a panic. “Do I need a visa for Spain now?

Panel event puts Birmingham’s office boom under the spotlight
Scale, skills and accessibility are three key factors driving more businesses back to Birmingham city centre offices – one of the many insights presented at…

Report proves businesses see sustainability as more about brand image than genuine action
Over three quarters (78%) of UK business leaders believe sustainability is driven more by brand image than genuine action, according to new research released on…

Birmingham agencies join forces to win major European airport transport brief
Two of Birmingham’s leading independent agencies have come together to secure a significant brief from European airport transfer brand Flibco.

Frederick Cooper hails impact of £400,000 Learning Academy as potential blueprint for easing the ‘NEET’ issue
A Birmingham manufacturer is urging more companies to follow its lead to ensure we avoid a ‘lost generation’ of talent.

Fermacell® Gypsum Fibreboards And Fermacell® Therm25™ Dry Screed Elements Set New Standards
fermacell® gypsum fibreboards and fermacell® Therm25™ dry screed elements set new standards: as leading building materials in timber and drywall construction, they achieved C2C Certified® …

New ‘ecosystem offer’ boxes off record year for Lesters
A string of new contracts for clients in automotive, 3pl and e-commerce has helped a large packaging specialist record the busiest twelve months in its…

Backing Future Roofers with Vital College Support
In the face of the UK’s housebuilding skills shortage, Russell Roof Tiles is investing in the next generation of roofers.

ART Business Loans celebrates further growth supporting Midlands SMEs
ART Business Loans is celebrating achieving further growth in lending to SMEs across the West Midlands and adjoining counties.