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New one-stop shop simplifies access to funding for North East businesses
An innovative new service designed to help North East business owners navigate the funding landscape in an increasingly challenging climate has been unveiled by specialist providers of business support, finance and funding. Since 2007, UMi has helped business owners to access more than £325m in grants and loans, leveraging more than £640m in private sector investment both directly and through...
Ward Hadaway announces record financial results
Ward Hadaway, one of the UK’s leading independent full-service law firms, has reported a record financial performance in its latest filed accounts for 2023-24, with revenue rising by 7% to £48m. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the firm’s history. Driven by strong growth across its Leeds, Manchester and Newcastle offices in a wide cross section of service areas, it demonstrates...
British Engines Group launches 2025 apprenticeship programme to attract North East’s top engineering talent
British Engines Group has launched its 2025 apprenticeship programme to provide vital career opportunities to the next generation of North East engineering talent. The Newcastle-based engineering group is one of the region’s longest serving apprenticeship employers and is now welcoming applications from young people looking to kickstart their career in the industry. The firm has 35 live...
Towne lifting and testing celebrates milestone year
A leading UK provider of lifting and testing services, which has bases in Stockton and Gateshead, has recorded the highest turnover in the company’s history. Towne Lifting and Testing said the achievement highlighted the growing trust customers place in its services as well as the dedication of its staff. It highlighted its key achievements in 2024: Successfully serving 4,295 orders, meeting the...
Northern Housing Consortium appoints new chairman and board members
A new chairman and four new board members have been appointed by the Northern Housing Consortium. They will support the organisation’s mission to be the voice of the North and make sure everyone has access to good-quality homes they can afford. Charlie Norman, chief executive of Mosscare St Vincent's Housing Group (MSV) takes on the role of chairman, replacing outgoing chairman Paul Fiddaman,...