Northumberland manufacturer resilient despite profit fall
Northumberland wood panel manufacturer Egger UK sees turnover and profit fall but directors express confidence in long-term strategy and market position. Read the full financial report.
Northumberland wood panel manufacturer Egger UK sees turnover and profit fall but directors express confidence in long-term strategy and market position. Read the full financial report.
Matalan reports a 38% rise in Q3 EBITDA to £27m, gaining market share in womenswear and menswear. New CEO Henrik Nordvall joins next month to drive growth. Read the full update.
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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.
A 47-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder in Evesham has been released with no further action after a post-mortem confirmed the 69-year-old woman died of natural causes. Get the latest updates from West Mercia Police.
Pawnbroker and retailer Ramsdens reports record revenue of £116.8m and a 43% jump in pre-tax profit. CEO Peter Kenyon announces plans for up to 12 new stores in the UK. Read the full financial results.
National financial planner Perspective Financial Group teams up with DJH in a 50/50 wealth management joint venture, aiming to fuel ambitious growth plans for both firms.
Erdington Hall Primary School celebrates as 63% of Year 6 pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, surpassing both local and national averages. Discover the school's winning formula.
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.
Lloyds Bank's charitable foundations award £4.2 million to 66 UK charities, aiming to break down the stigma preventing people from seeking financial help. Discover how the fund works.
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.
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.
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Swimmers from St Helens, Prescot, and across the North West delivered a medal-laden weekend at the Trafford Metro meet, while Masters athletes triumphed at the European Short Course Championships in Poland.
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.
UK small business owners express cautious optimism for 2026 but warn of a 'serious reality check' for the wider economy. Experts cite inflation, rates, and AI risks.
Allica Bank's Business Rewards Account offers UK companies high interest on idle cash and cashback on spending, potentially earning up to £10,000 annually. Discover how to make your business money work harder.
Chorley-based Perspective Financial Group expands with its 17th acquisition of 2025, adding £400m in assets and 27 staff from Gloucestershire's Prosser Knowles. Discover the strategic growth.
North East appliance repair firm Pacifica Group posts strong revenue growth and expanded operations, despite widening operating losses. CEO Kevin Brown hails a 'year of progress'. Read the full financial results.
Discover the 27 highest-performing primary schools in Birmingham based on the latest Key Stage 2 SATs results. See which schools lead in reading, maths, and writing standards for 2025.
Four West Midlands state primary schools have been ranked among the nation's top 100 in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list.
The Department for Education has published its latest league tables. Discover which 27 Birmingham primary schools had the highest proportion of pupils meeting expected standards in 2025 SATs.
UK SMEs are missing out on thousands yearly as big banks pay minimal interest. Switching to a challenger like Allica Bank could earn up to 4.08% AER and cashback.
TV presenter Adrian Chiles announces a squamous cell carcinoma diagnosis after a biopsy. He details his operation and a frustrating 23-day wait for NHS results. Read his full story.
Butlin's holiday resorts bounce back from a £74.2m loss to a £28.3m pre-tax profit in 2024. CEO Jon Hendry Pickup outlines investment plans ahead of the brand's 90th anniversary.
Discover the top-performing state secondary schools in Birmingham for 2024/25, ranked by Attainment 8 scores. See which schools are excelling in GCSE results.
Raylo Business now offers the iPhone 17 and other Apple tech from just £19.81/month with no upfront cost. Flexible subscriptions help SMEs upgrade devices sustainably.
Discover how to use Google's 'Results About You' feature to request removal of private details like your address and phone number from search results. Take control of your online privacy today.
Vodafone Business launches exclusive Cyber Monday Google Pixel 10 Pro deal for small teams. Boost productivity with AI tools, lifetime warranty and superfast 5G.
The Strictly Come Dancing 2025 results have been leaked online, leaving fans devastated as a potential finalist is eliminated before the quarter-final. Discover the full story and fan reactions.