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Historic North Wales estate releases 400 more acres in major land sale
A further 400 acres of North Wales farmland has been launched for sale this week as Lord Newborough continues the disposal of his Glynllifon Estate.

Newcastle-headquartered Insurer Delivers Strong Renewal Results Amid Global Shipping Challenges
The global marine insurer, NorthStandard, headquartered on Newcastle’s Quayside, has reported continued growth despite a challenging year for the shipping industry – increasing its annual…

Hillmount Makes Blooming Marvellous Donation to Cancer Charity
Hillmount, Northern Ireland’s leading family-owned garden lifestyle centre, has handed over a blooming marvellous donation of £3,306.

Seriös Group founder named North East Business Titan
Seriös Group founder and CEO Lee Rorison has been recognised as a prestigious North East Business Titan in the Business Breakthroughs category, in recognition of…

New Chair Appointed to Lead Growth of East Belfast Enterprise
East Belfast Enterprise has announced the appointment of a new Chair, bringing more than 25 years of senior leadership experience in business representation, economic development…

Expansion creates senior and graduate planning jobs in Wales and North West
New jobs are being created as Cadnant Planning accelerates growth, announcing senior and graduate recruitment following a surge in major development projects across Wales and…

Express Solicitors helps society as well as injured people, new report shows
Personal injury law firm Express Solicitors has added to its achievements and purpose by evidencing the substantial effect it has on society as a whole…

Game-changing investment powers new advanced skills hub for North East Wales
A major new investment in skills, education and regional growth has been confirmed for North East Wales, as Coleg Cambria and Wrexham University announce the…

Young people are bearing the brunt of Britain’s unemployment challenge.
Last month’s ONS figures confirm that UK unemployment has reached its highest level in more than a decade.

Cheshire Central Launches as New Business Partnership For Key Economic Area
A new business partnership has formally launched to improve visibility, representation and a collective voice for a significant part of Cheshire.

Landmark City Centre Redevelopment Brings New Digital Workspace to Colchester
A long-derelict landmark in Colchester city centre has reopened as the Digital Forum, a new home for digital, creative and high-profile tech businesses. The £6.

Yorkshire Outsourcing Agency Celebrates Eight Years in Business
In 2018, Fiona Ibbetson’s dream of running her own business became a reality as she launched Get Ahead Leeds.

Newcastle College University Centre to host conference for Building Tomorrow’s AI Workforce today
Businesses are being invited to a two-day conference at Newcastle College University Centre exploring how AI can accelerate growth in the North East economy and…

GFW looks ahead to 2026 with optimism and new hires as confidence returns across the North East
Specialist property and business consultancy GFW has entered 2026 with confidence, as activity gathers pace across the North East’s residential, development, commercial and rural sectors.

New Board and Action Groups to Power Rhyl’s £20m Transformation
Rhyl is changing – and you are invited to help shape what comes next.

Yorkshire Property Expert Cites ‘Less Speculation and More Expertise’ as Key To 2026 Success
With markets stabilising, long-term value will be driven by planning certainty, sustainable placemaking and well-promoted housing sites across the region according to Peter Garrett, Managing…

Bernicia Foundation supports Hexham Rowing Duo’s Team GB hopes
The Bernicia Foundation is proud to support two of Northumberland’s brightest young rowing athletes, Emma Nicholson and Esme Pugh (16), teammates at Hexham Rowing Club.

Bring Financial Experts into Schools or Risk a Generation in Debt – Entrepreneur Warns
An entrepreneur and businessman says urgent reform of the education system is needed or Britain risks creating a culture of debt dependency.

UK business leaders show renewed appetite for risk as confidence returns, according to ECI Partners survey
UK business leaders show renewed appetite for risk as confidence returns, according to ECI Partners survey Nearly half of UK business owners and CEOs say…

What North East Businesses Need To Focus On Going Into 2026
By Paul Shields, Partner and Head of Johnston Carmichael Newcastle This year’s Autumn Budget sent a clear signal about where the Chancellor wants growth to…

Award winners named as the Black Country’s latest Bostin’ businesses
The next set of Bostin’ businesses have been welcomed into an exciting cohort that is putting the region on the national map.

Game-changing AI toolkit launched to stop rural businesses being left behind
A new digital toolkit will be a game-changer for small businesses in rural Wales as AI-driven search reshapes how customers discover local services online.

2025 Proved Emotional Intelligence is More Important Than Ever, Expert Reveals
In a year characterised by a challenging economic climate, restructuring and the growing influence of AI, one thing is clear: emotional intelligence (EI) is no…

Castleford Small Business Spotlighted At House Of Lords
Local creative hub, Forever After Collective, based in Castleford, founded by Pontefract-based mum of two, Donna Wilson, 40, joined a special reception hosted for small…