Global insurer AND-E is creating 50 new jobs at its North East base in Quorum Business Park, as it brings fleet claims handling in-house. The expansion will see its Newcastle claims centre double in size.
Exclusive: Over 150 teachers barred for sexual misconduct since 2015, yet none have lost their taxpayer-funded pensions. Calls grow for urgent government action.
FBC Manby Bowdler, part of Adeptio Law Group, nearly triples its Birmingham legal team with five new partners from Top 200 firms, marking a major recruitment drive. Discover the ambitious expansion plans.
MPs will debate a petition signed by thousands demanding a four-day school week to tackle teacher burnout. The government opposes the move, citing childcare and economic impacts.
Five teachers from Birmingham and the West Midlands have been indefinitely banned from the classroom following proven misconduct, including inappropriate contact with pupils. Read the full details.
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.
Teenagers will be offered paid gap years with the UK armed forces from 2026, as part of a new 'whole of society' defence strategy. Discover how the scheme works and who can apply.
TUC leader Paul Nowak urges the Government to prioritise living standards in 2026, warning of political consequences. Survey reveals one in five skip meals daily.
A former Midlands dance instructor has been imprisoned after pleading guilty to sexual offences against students. She exploited her position to groom victims, causing lifelong trauma. Read the full story.
Gregory Pichery, a former dance teacher, has been sentenced to four years in prison for sexually assaulting male students. The offences occurred between 2004 and 2019. Police urge other potential victims to come forward.
Barchester Healthcare launches a national campaign with 12 practical tips to support vulnerable people this festive season, highlighting the vital work of carers.
Rebecca Joynes, jailed for six-and-a-half years for sexual activity with pupils, could be banned from teaching for life after a conduct panel ruled her actions caused 'enormous damage'.
POhWER, a major UK advocacy charity, is recruiting new trustees to help shape its future strategy and empower more people facing illness or exclusion. Find out how to apply.
Campaigners call for four-day school week trials in England and Wales to address teacher workload and retention crisis. Could a shorter week boost wellbeing and results?
Sam Spoors, founder of Morpeth-based Talentheads, shares her journey from corporate recruitment to building a 10-strong team. Discover her insights on sector evolution, work-life balance, and why the North East business community is second to none.
AJP Recruitment has been named the North East's Fastest Growing Small Business of the Year. Discover how their steady, sustainable approach powered their remarkable rise.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board faces criticism from 300 senior doctors over recruitment freeze targeting 350 job cuts. Read the full investigation into the healthcare crisis.
Lara Simpson, struck off for faking cancer and her own death, is reportedly still teaching children privately. Discover the shocking details of her elaborate deception.
Science teacher Richard Pugh fined after giving a pupil a Christmas card signed with a kiss and a Malibu cocktail. The 41-year-old is now jobless and subject to a restraining order.
High Court judge declares Staffordshire Police Commissioner's decision to hire temporary chief constable unlawful following legal challenge. Read the full ruling details.
Elliott Smith, 50, has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after sending inappropriate emails to a student at Belper School. Read the full investigation details.
Louise Greaves, 43, is indefinitely banned from teaching after pleading guilty to sexual communication with a male pupil. Discover the full details of the case and the panel's ruling.
From retail to law, discover the latest executive moves and graduate hires shaping the future of North East business. Meet the leaders driving regional ambition.
George Morris, 83, endured a 14-hour A&E wait where his family brought a camp bed for him to lie on. His daughter describes 'shameless' NHS conditions as pressure on emergency departments continues.
Aldi is urging Brits to apply for 2,500 store jobs as UK unemployment rises to 5%. Roles offer market-leading pay and paid breaks. Apply now for festive roles.
Shoe Zone begins clearance sale as it shuts its Rhyl branch, part of a wider retail crisis hitting UK high streets. Discover the full impact and store closure list.
Exclusive investigation reveals thousands of West Midlands households in council tax arrears, with mounting debt crisis hitting vulnerable families hardest. Discover the human impact and support available.
Thousands of Halifax banking customers are reporting duplicate cash withdrawals draining their accounts overnight. The major banking glitch has left families struggling to pay bills as the bank scrambles to fix the error.
Exclusive investigation reveals the Department for Work and Pensions is using controversial 'random sampling' to demand benefit repayments from thousands who've done nothing wrong.
Heritage campaigners sound alarm as Burslem's historic town centre faces being added to England's 'at risk' register, with iconic buildings deteriorating and urgent action needed to save Stoke-on-Trent's mother town.