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More industry support needed, as two thirds of East Midlands SME manufacturers admit furloughing staff
A new report out today is asking Government for further support if manufacturing SMEs in the East Midlands are going to overcome the delay in…
SpeedQuizzing hosts battle of the bands quiz to kick off Y Not Festival’s virtual programme of events
York-based quiz tech company SpeedQuizzing is hosting a virtual quiz with an array of well-known bands and artists as part of the Y Not Festival’s…
Appy-days – Recruit 2 You launches new recruitment app
East-Midlands-based multi-sector recruitment agency, Recruit 2 You, has launched an easy-to-use app to help match job seekers to the right roles in a quick and…
Recruit 2 You celebrates two years in business
East-Midlands-based multi-sector recruitment agency, Recruit 2 You, is celebrating its second business anniversary this month with national expansion plans on the horizon.
Securiscape hails a world break-through as it tests a safety railing designed to save lives on bridges
Midlands security products firm Securiscape is hailing a breakthrough for pedestrians’ safety after a railing designed specifically to be used on bridges stopped an unladen…
How an entrepreneurial mum is tackling a taboo
A life-changing loan for entrepreneurs means mum-of-five Ruth Fuller can launch her new washable incontinence underwear business inspired by her children’s struggles with occasional bed…
Ex Scruffs Marketing Head Goes It Alone
At a time of huge uncertainly for many businesses, one entrepreneur is launching a new enterprise aimed squarely at supporting small businesses.
Works commence on £3.9m renovation of King Edward VI School
Construction has started on the £3.9m renovation of King Edward VI School in Lichfield, with works being led by Midlands contractor G F Tomlinson for…
Midlands roofing firm adapts to supply four emergency NHS projects
Derbyshire based Permaroof, the UK’s leading importer and distributor of Firestone RubberGard roofing products, has adapted its offering to work closely with modular companies for the…
Blum-Novotest launches virtual showcase to give industry a window to its production metrology
One of the UK’s leading providers of production metrology is going online to help it deliver product awareness and technical application sessions during Covid-19.
UK Mask Force donates over 6,000 pieces of PPE to Derby and Nottingham health facilities
A group of medical, military and procurement experts have come together to donate over 6,000 pieces of PPE to Derbyshire and Nottingham health facilities.
Midlands contractor celebrates triple win at the RICS Social Impact Awards
Midlands contractor G F Tomlinson is celebrating a triumphant triple win as two of its recent projects received three accolades, including ‘Project of the Year’,…
Sheffield environmental consultancy delivers on national strategy to bolster great crested newt population
Appointed by Natural England and DEFRA, over the last six months Wildscapes CIC have delivered 34 pond creation and restoration projects across South Yorkshire and…
‘Do I need planning permission for my conservatory?’ – questions answered by home improvement experts
Homeowners thinking about making improvements to their property whilst stuck indoors can consider a range of enhancements to improve and maximise available space, including conservatories,…
Midlands contractor appointed to Pagabo Major Works Framework
Regional contractor G F Tomlinson has been appointed as a partner for the Pagabo Major Works Framework, which is due to launch this week on…
Education scheme champions women in construction with hands-on career day
Two female students from West Park School, in Spondon, Derby, went against the grain to learn the tricks of the building trade, as part of…