North East appointments: BIC, Morgan Sindall, Clive Owen, Everflow, Ward Hadaway
The North East BIC, Morgan Sindall Construction, Clive Owen, Everflow and Ward Hadaway announce key appointments, including Brett Griffiths as new BIC CEO.
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Autumn Boot Deals: Save Up to 68% at Next, Clarks, schuh
Score up to 68% off autumn boots: Next's croc-print boots £19.50, Clarks Edina £40, schuh riding boots £39.99. Prices correct at publication.
Aviva boss urges Chancellor to avoid pre-Budget speculation
Dame Amanda Blanc warns Chancellor John Healey against pre-Budget policy speculation, citing pension withdrawal surge after last year's tax-free lump sum rumours.
Burnham government confirms £600m for EV charge points
Andy Burnham's government confirms £600m to roll out more EV charge points, building on 120,000 public and over a million home chargers, potentially saving drivers £1,400 a year.
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Nationwide launches new fixed rate ISAs and bonds
Nationwide has launched new Fixed Rate Cash ISAs and Fixed Rate Bonds with increased rates, effective Friday 14 August, offering up to 4.70% AER on ISAs and 4.65% on bonds.
Lloyds Bank offers tailored support to farmers amid heatwave
Lloyds Bank, the UK's largest agricultural lender, announces tailored financial support for farmers as the country faces its fifth heatwave, including loan repayment holidays and overdraft support.
Octopus Energy pays £244 per home for solar exports
Octopus Energy confirms households earned nearly £100m from selling spare solar power in the past year, with an average payout of £244 per home.
Chirton Engineering sold to Deca Group in £650k deal
North Shields-based Chirton Engineering has been sold by Fevara Plc to Deca Group for £650,000, completing the group's strategic refocus on livestock supplements.
Coolife Cabin Suitcase Backpack Deal on Amazon
Birmingham shoppers can grab the Coolife cabin suitcase backpack at a reduced price on Amazon, offering a versatile travel solution with multiple compartments.
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Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray Deal at Boots
Urban Decay's cult All Nighter setting spray is now reduced at Boots, saving shoppers £6 on the 118ml size. The deal is available online and in-store while stocks last.
Soundcore P20i Earbuds Drop to £19.99 in Limited-Time Deal
Anker's Soundcore P20i wireless earbuds are now £19.99, down from £29.99, at Amazon UK. This 33% discount offers big sound, deep bass, and 30-hour battery life for budget shoppers.
Formica narrows losses as sales rise in UK and Europe
Formica Group's North Shields plant narrowed operating losses to £5.7m in 2025 as revenues rose to £41.4m, with exports to Europe driving growth.
Yorkshire and Humber economy close to growth in July
The Yorkshire and Humber private sector is close to returning to growth after new orders stabilised in July, with the NatWest Regional Growth Tracker rising to 49.1 from 45.5 in June.
HMRC warning: £25k savings could trigger tax for basic rate earners
Yorkshire Building Society warns 5.3 million savings accounts now liable for tax as frozen PSA and 4% rates hit basic-rate savers with £25,000 in savings.
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National Lottery doubles top scratchcard prize to £4m
National Lottery operator Allwyn is doubling the top scratchcard prize to £4m with a new £10 game from September, boosting odds of winning and offering 37 chances per card.
HMRC £56m Lifetime ISA penalty hits 130,000 savers
HMRC has collected £56m from 130,000 Lifetime ISA savers' own deposits via 25% withdrawal penalties since 2018, with total charges exceeding £315m.
Aviva profits surge 24% after Direct Line acquisition
Aviva's operating profit rose 24% to £1.3bn in H1 2026, fueled by the Direct Line acquisition, with premiums up 29% and wealth management growing 32%.
Pensioners keep £20,000 ISA limit as under-65s face cut
Over-65s with £10,000+ savings keep the £20,000 cash ISA limit, while under-65s see it cut to £12,000 from April 2027, as confirmed by the Government.
DWP confirms AI boot camps for young jobseekers
The DWP has confirmed a pilot scheme in north-west England offering three weeks of AI training to up to 70 unemployed people aged 16-21, starting this week.
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Principle Opens New Office to Target South Coast
Birmingham-based Principle has invested in a new office to target South Coast opportunities, marking a strategic expansion for the company.
TalkTalk Business and ARO to merge in £200m tech group
TalkTalk Business and Liverpool's ARO plan to merge, creating a £200m-revenue tech group with 650 staff and 70,000 customers, pending NSIA approval.
Dairy-Free Playin' Choc Hits M&S Shelves
Birmingham-based Playin' Choc has secured a listing in 200 M&S stores, marking a major milestone for the dairy-free chocolate brand.
La Roche-Posay SPF50 Sunscreen Deal: Save £5 on Amazon
La Roche-Posay's Anthelios UVMune 400 SPF50 face sunscreen is now £20.50 on Amazon, down from £25.50. This 50ml tube offers advanced UVA protection and is a top-rated beauty deal.
Greggs renames melt after Burnham comment
Greggs has renamed its sausage, bean and cheese melt after Andy Burnham called it 'that sausage, bean and cheese thing'. Sales have soared at one shop.
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DWP AI bootcamp to tackle youth unemployment
The DWP has confirmed an AI summer bootcamp in the North West to help 16-21 year olds off benefits, with up to 70 participants in a three-week pilot.
Bolton graduate lands marketing job before graduation
Jessica Ainscough, 21, from Bolton, secured a full-time Marketing Executive role at Stuart Energy before finishing her degree at Edge Hill University, thanks to a client project.
Bristol logistics hub plan could create 700 jobs
A new logistics hub at Axis Works near Bristol could create 700 jobs and generate £12m yearly, according to a planning application.
Student jailed after police find blood and drugs
A Wolverhampton student found covered in blood was jailed for drug dealing after police discovered MDMA, cannabis, and alprazolam at his flat.
New Century Hall food hall revamp with live music space
New Century Hall food hall in Manchester, struggling commercially, plans a revamp with a 450-capacity live music venue, pizza bar, and private hire space.
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Escape to the Country couple risk £1m West Midlands move
Emma and Sean, who lived in Canada for 20 years, sold their Toronto home and set a £1m budget to relocate to Worcestershire and Warwickshire, despite knowing nothing about the area.
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