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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…

Rhyl’s £20m regeneration ramps up as Board expands and investors circle
Rhyl’s 10-year transformation is accelerating, with the Our Rhyl/Ein Rhyl Board announcing a major expansion of its membership, a bold recruitment drive and early interest…

Foresight invests £3.5 million into Northern Ireland leading nursery group Little Rays
Foresight Group, a regional private equity and infrastructure investment manager, has announced a £3.

Entrepreneurial spirit shines as Coleg Cambria marks Global Enterprise Week
Coleg Cambria celebrated a vibrant Global Enterprise Week (GEW), showcasing its reputation as a pioneering force for entrepreneurship and business support.

£173k green boost for Flintshire firms as carbon crackdown looms
Businesses and community organisations in Flintshire are being encouraged to apply for sustainability funding aimed at accelerating their journey toward net zero, cutting carbon emissions,…

NEPO Strengthens Strategic Capability with New Appointments
North East-based procurement organisation, NEPO, has further strengthened its team with two key appointments, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to innovative, high-impact procurement solutions for the…

An end to uncertainty? Only time will tell…
Chris Sharp, Chief Financial Officer of Intercity, one of the UK’s leading technology managed service providers explore whether Rachel Reeves’ budget delivered the certainty the…

Plugging holes while questions linger
Claire Howarth, Director of leading professional services and accountancy group DJH, explains why the budget still left a lot of unanswered questions.

Hampshire business adviser shares tips for small businesses after Autumn Budget
Yesterday’s Autumn Budget has revealed changes that will affect businesses across the UK.

New survey reveals extent of Warwickshire businesses’ fears around using AI
Business owners in Warwickshire fear implementing AI technology due to a lack of knowledge about how they should use it, a new survey has revealed.

Bostin’ businesses crowned at Black Country Chamber Business Awards
Eleven of the region’s leading businesses ‘made history’ last night when they were named the ‘Best in the Black Country’ at a glittering ceremony in…

Survey reveals call to reverse NIC and working right changes ahead of the budget
A new study of business leaders – from all sectors of the economy – has revealed a huge call for National Insurance contributions (NICs) and…

Aluminium specialist urges the Chancellor to give industry certainty in next week’s Budget
The UK’s last remaining producer of flat rolled aluminium coils is calling for ‘certainty’, urgent help to mitigate rising energy prices and immediate industrial support…

Youth employment scheme in north east wales expands to 100+ learners
A major training and employment initiative supporting young people across north east Wales has seen rapid growth – and now more employers are being encouraged…

Cheshire’s trailblazing companies can shine on world export stage and make “strongest economy in the North even stronger”
More private investment in clean energy, manufacturing, logistics, finance and professional services will boost Cheshire and Warrington’s burgeoning export market and make the “strongest economy…

Local Experts to Host Free Event to Help Wiltshire Businesses Navigate Budget Fallout
On 26th November, Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce the 2025 Autumn Budget.

All Aboard! Hydes Brewery Pub Tour Draws Record Numbers Across Greater Manchester And Cheshire
Salford-based brewer and pub retailer Hydes is toasting success for its popular annual pub tour, which saw more than 500 participants hop aboard a specially…

Bernicia Foundation reaches out with even more help
The Bernicia Foundation is creating even more opportunities to support economic prosperity in the North East by making it even easier to apply for funding.

Manufacturers increasingly falling into ‘the capacity trap’ warns PP C&A
Machine builders and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMS) are falling into ‘the capacity trap’ according to a leading strategic outsourcing specialist.

Wales launches digital toolkit to future-proof the high street
A new online guide will help small businesses and independent retailers harness the power of digital technology and data to strengthen their operations, attract more…

Planning agency attracting new talent from different industries to meet demand
An acclaimed planning consultancy continues to grow, creating exciting career and development opportunities – from graduates to experienced professionals seeking a new challenge.

Minister visits Clyde Gateway to see UK Government investment driving growth and innovation
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Small Business and Economic Transformation), Blair McDougall MP, has visited Clyde Gateway to see how UK Government investment…