As 2026 begins, founders are urged to avoid the trap of dramatic reinvention. Discover why focusing on incremental improvements and execution, inspired by Sir David Brailsford's philosophy, is the real key to sustainable growth and performance.
Pembrokeshire-based electric heater manufacturer Consort Equipment Products has been acquired by investment firm Lifeboat Capital. The deal secures the future for over 70 staff and fuels expansion. Read more.
Banks Group welcomes six new graduates, while B Local North East, True North, Metropolitan House, and Nova Pangaea Technologies announce key appointments. Discover the latest business moves shaping the region.
Three Pembrokeshire holiday parks have been acquired for nearly £17m out of administration. Savills managed the sales to new leisure operators. Discover the details.
Emma Gent and Andrew Ravenscroft from Pembrokeshire are rowing 3,200 miles across the Atlantic to raise funds for four charities. Follow their journey and support their cause.
A new Lloyds Bank survey reveals over a third of UK businesses plan to invest in AI and training next year to boost productivity. Discover how the bank is ramping up its support.
Major North East firms including Sintons, RG Corporate Finance, and OnPath Energy announce strategic new hires, signalling regional expansion and sector specialisation. Discover the latest business moves.
Wilmslow's Integrated Air Systems transitions to an Employee Ownership Trust with £1.45m HSBC funding, aiming for 15% growth and global expansion. Read the full story.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to reverse plans to scrap business tax relief, a significant win for British pubs facing steep rate hikes. Full details on the policy shift.
Pub bosses warn of devastating closures as business rates threaten £150m blow. Industry leaders urge the government for a 'fast solution' after crisis talks. Read the full story.
Lee Hartley of Fairstone and Sarat Pediredla of hedgehog lab leave firms they founded. Read about their legacies and new ventures in the UK business sector.
A fast-growing UK bank is offering businesses the chance to earn substantial 'quiet interest' on spare cash, with potential returns of up to £10,000 in 2026. Discover how to make your money work harder.
Two Shropshire mums turned an £8 Tesco vest pack into a booming £100k-a-year children's clothing brand, Beck and Co, after struggling to find cool outfits for their son. Discover their inspiring journey.
A West Midlands entrepreneur faced a staggering £153,000 mobile bill after a 12-day US trip. O2 waived the charges, but her business credit was damaged. Read the full story.
Family-run Prima Cheese reports a 5% turnover rise to £108.9m and a 7% profit increase, driven by multimillion-pound investments in its County Durham factory and a refreshed brand. Discover how the firm tops six million UK pizzas weekly.
A beloved Rugby café, Treacles At Mosaic, has shut its doors for good. Owners Michelle and Tony Edkin thanked their 'family' of customers, blaming rising business costs as the deciding factor for the closure.
The Best Ever Brownie Company and Barn Café have shut their last branch for good due to financial pressures and founder health issues. Read the full story.
Retail and hospitality businesses face a 'toxic cocktail' of rising costs from April 2026, with experts predicting a significant uptick in restructurings and insolvencies across the UK.
North West business leaders urge the government for stability in 2026, highlighting needs for tax clarity, skills investment, and green energy collaboration to drive growth.
Global recruitment specialist Visuna reports early signs of market recovery following a strategic restructure. The employee-owned firm saw turnover rise to £109.5m despite profit dips. Read the full analysis.
Northumberland's Sterling Pharma Solutions reports a challenging FY25 with widening losses but forecasts a recovery in 2026, backed by new leadership and a cost-cutting plan. Discover the full story.
High-end furniture chain Barker and Stonehouse reports rising turnover and profits, signalling recovery from cost-of-living pressures. Read the full financial update.
BCRS Business Loans has provided over £2m to 34 Welsh SMEs via the British Business Bank's Investment Fund for Wales, creating 104 jobs and safeguarding 189. Read more about the economic impact.
From a £1bn battery plant to a £50m engineering buyout, discover the 10 biggest investments and acquisitions that shaped the North East economy in 2025. Explore the details here.
Barclays research reveals the Labour Autumn Budget has provided clarity for 42% of UK firms, spurring investment in AI and cybersecurity. Discover the key findings and business sentiment.
Discover the standout North East businesses of 2025, from tech triumphs to green energy leaders, driving regional economic growth. Read the full list now.
Lloyds Bank's latest survey reveals a dip in UK business confidence to 42% in November. Explore the key data and expert insights on hiring, wages, and price pressures for 2026.
Lloyds Bank reveals UK business confidence rose 10 points in 2025, with construction leading the surge. A positive sign for economic growth heading into 2026.
Liverpool's Protein Works has grown from a spare room startup to a £55m global business with 2.5 million customers. Discover how they cracked the protein market.
Business owners are urged to start preparing now for a sale to beat a Capital Gains Tax increase in April 2026. Delays could cost tens of thousands. Expert advice inside.