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Foot Anstey Law Firm Brings National Conference to Manchester, Citing 'Manchesterism'

Law Firm Hails 'Manchesterism' as Conference Comes to City

Bristol-based law firm Foot Anstey is holding its national partner conference in Manchester for the first time, crediting the city's 'Manchesterism' effect for encouraging regional investment and growth in key sectors like retail and infrastructure.

Greater Manchester Economy Avoids 'Cliff Edge' Despite Iran War Concerns

GM Economy Steady Despite Iran War Impact Fears

Business leaders in Greater Manchester report no immediate recession risk, but warn of fragile confidence and sectoral challenges as the Iran conflict adds uncertainty to an already sluggish economic landscape.

Brentwood BID's Street Rangers Boost Safety on Three High Streets

Brentwood BID's Street Rangers Enhance High Street Safety

Brentwood Connected's Business Improvement District, now in its third year, has introduced Street Rangers to patrol Brentwood, Shenfield, and Ingatestone High Streets, collaborating with police to reduce crime and improve the local economy.

Devon's Salcombe Gin Distillery Targets Major Expansion Amid Surging Demand

Salcombe Gin Distillery Aims to Triple Size in Five Years

Salcombe Distilling Co, the Devon-based producer of premium gin, rum, and non-alcoholic spirits, plans to triple its size over the next five years. The company reports 10% year-on-year growth, driven by strategic partnerships and international expansion,

Meraki Capital Acquires TBC Recruitment in Fifth Deal of the Year

Meraki Capital Buys TBC Recruitment in Fifth Deal

Acquisitive investor Meraki Capital has purchased Chester-based TBC Recruitment, which operates as CSP and Vital People, marking its fifth acquisition in three months. The deal will integrate the business into the Magnus Search brand.

Welsh Business Leadership Shake-Up: Key Appointments Across Multiple Sectors

Welsh Business Leadership Shake-Up: Key Appointments

Major Welsh companies including Mrs Bucket, Deloitte, Savills, UWTSD, Lumen SEO, and voco St David's Cardiff announce significant senior management changes and promotions, signaling strategic growth and expansion across sectors.

Smart Outdoor Expands with New Sunderland Headquarters

Smart Outdoor Opens New Sunderland Office

Digital outdoor advertising specialist Smart Outdoor has relocated to a new 2,300 sq ft office in Sunderland, enabling team growth and reinforcing its commitment to the North East.

UK Business Leaders Call on Trump to End Middle East War Amid Economic Strain

UK Business Urges Trump to Stop War as Costs Bite

British business owners are urging US President Donald Trump to de-escalate the Middle East conflict, citing soaring inflation, mortgage rates, and a £12 billion rise in national interest costs linked to the war's economic fallout.

Birmingham Father Avoids Prison in £337k Jaguar Land Rover Theft Case

Birmingham Dad Avoids Jail in £337k JLR Theft Case

Neil Stokes, 48, received a suspended sentence for handling stolen goods from a major Jaguar Land Rover theft. The court heard how £337,000 worth of controller units were stolen from the Solihull plant.

Halton Stairlifts Secures Sixth Straight Feefo Trusted Service Award

Halton Stairlifts Wins Sixth Feefo Award

Halton Stairlifts has earned the Feefo Trusted Service Award 2026, marking its sixth consecutive Platinum honour, based on verified customer reviews and reflecting its growth with a new Widnes headquarters.

Entrepreneur Michael Hayman Elected as New Chair of British Chambers of Commerce

Michael Hayman Elected Chair of British Chambers of Commerce

Michael Hayman, co-founder of Seven Hills, has been unanimously elected as the new chair of the British Chambers of Commerce, succeeding Sarah Howard. He will guide the network's strategic direction for business expansion and international trade.

Drummond Central Reports Profit Growth as Employee-Owned Creative Agency Expands

Drummond Central Sees Profit Rise Amid Client Growth

Newcastle creative agency Drummond Central has increased operating profits despite a dip in turnover, attributing success to high-value projects and employee ownership. The firm works with major brands like Greggs and Jack Daniel's.

Welsh Business Confidence Declines in February, Lloyds Barometer Shows

Welsh Business Confidence Falls in February

Business confidence in Wales dropped to 29% in February, below the UK average of 44%. Welsh firms remain focused on growth through training, new products, and market expansion despite the dip.

Principality Building Society CEO Iain Mansfield Appointed CBI Wales Chair

Principality CEO Iain Mansfield Named CBI Wales Chair

Iain Mansfield, chief executive of Principality Building Society, has been appointed as the new chair of CBI Wales for a two-year term, succeeding Alison Orrells. Mansfield brings extensive business experience and aims to strengthen CBI Wales as the leadi

GM Marketing Acquires Pitman Berryhill in Strategic Irish Expansion Deal

GM Marketing Acquires Pitman Berryhill in Irish Expansion

Belfast-based GM Marketing has acquired Lisburn's Pitman Berryhill, strengthening its specialist food channel presence across Ireland. The deal creates new brand development opportunities while retaining all existing staff roles.

Frasers Group Acquires 5.77% Stake in Athletic Giant Puma

Frasers Group Buys 5.77% Stake in Puma

Retail giant Frasers Group has acquired a 5.77% stake in athletic apparel manufacturer Puma, worth over €5.5 million, plus additional put option shares valued at €187 million.

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