Umberslade Marks 30 Years with 5,000th Contract
Umberslade celebrates 30 years in business with its 5,000th contract, marking a milestone for the Birmingham-based company.
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Birmingham Brothers Win Dragons' Den for Ill Children
Birmingham brothers who won over Dragons' Den investors pledge thousands to care for ill children, securing a major investment to expand their innovative healthcare support.
Villa Clear Path for Nicolas Jackson Signing
Aston Villa face no Tottenham competition for Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson, boosting their transfer plans after Garnacho loan and Rogers sale.
Royal London Hits Record £212bn AUM Amid Pension Push
Royal London's AUM hit a record £212bn, up from £199bn, amid resilient markets and pension growth, with operating profit rising 13% to £187m.
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Keep Nedeljkovic, save £10m: Villa's right-back dilemma
Aston Villa should keep Kosta Nedeljkovic as deputy to Matty Cash instead of spending £10m on Emerson Royal, saving funds for other priorities, says Claret & Blue's John Townley.
Bristol Bears rugby club strikes new tech deal with Birmingham firm
Birmingham tech firm Intercity becomes official partner of Bristol Bears, providing IT services and sponsoring Bears Women's shirts for 2026-27 season.
DWP Newcastle HQ Hits Construction Milestone
DWP's 1 Pilgrim Place in Newcastle reaches shell completion, with 8 months to launch. The 7.9-hectare scheme anchors Pilgrim's Quarter regeneration, creating thousands of jobs.
Black Country leaders warn PM not to forget region
Black Country business leaders have urged the Prime Minister and Andy Burnham to remember their region in devolution talks, warning that neglect could harm economic growth.
Williams Electrical's new HQ to create 30 jobs
Carmarthenshire firm Williams Electrical is creating 30 jobs with a new headquarters at Cross Hands, supported by £312,000 in Welsh Government funding.
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Greggs and Starbucks complete Sunderland Dewhirst park
Final phase of Sunderland's former Dewhirst factory regeneration is complete as Greggs and Starbucks open, joining Wickes, Aldi and KFC.
NE business confidence hits 75% with investment plans
North East business confidence jumps 21 points to 75% in July, with firms planning higher capital investment than the UK average, Lloyds research shows.
Itihaas restaurant sold after 21 years in Birmingham
Birmingham's celebrated Itihaas restaurant has been sold to My Delhi after 21 years, as founder Raj Rana departs for a Worcestershire hotel venture.
Mayor Opens AC Hotel Marriott Near Birmingham Airport
Mayor Andy Street officially opened the new 150-bedroom AC Hotel by Marriott at Birmingham NEC and Airport, as the airport prepares for its busiest summer ever with 3.7 million passengers expected.
Vella Group acquires RGM Vehicle Body Repairs
Welsh accident repair specialist RGM Vehicle Body Repairs, founded 53 years ago, has been acquired by the Vella Group in a deal that marks the buyer's first entry into Wales. The acquisition includes workshops in Swansea and Haverfordwest and secures 40 j
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Airbus H1 2026 Profits Rise on Strong Aircraft Demand
Airbus posts 12% revenue rise to €33.2bn in H1 2026, delivering 351 commercial aircraft as orders surge to 886, driven by robust demand across all divisions.
Aston Villa Record Signing and Key Departures
Aston Villa have signed Johan Manzambi for £52m but lost Youri Tielemans to Manchester United. With more exits expected, Emery targets reinforcements including full-backs and a midfielder.
Cafeology Partial Management Buyout Secures Future
Cafeology, a Sheffield-based sustainable coffee company, has completed a partial management buyout giving senior managers a majority stake, securing its long-term future.
Hargreaves Services Posts Highest Pre-Tax Profits in 12 Years
Industrial group Hargreaves Services has posted its highest pre-tax profits in 12 years, with revenue up 33% to £351.4m, driven by growth across services, land, and German operations.
Wynne Construction Centenary £325m Order Book
Wynne Construction, a North Wales family-owned firm, begins its centenary year with an order book over £325m, including £228m on site and £99m in pre-construction, securing projects into 2030.
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UCB Takes Over Cube Hotel, Creates 150 Hospitality Jobs
University College Birmingham has acquired the Cube Hotel and Marco Pierre White restaurant, investing £15m to create over 150 jobs and provide hands-on training for students.
HMRC 37% Tax Rate Hits Diesel Company Car Drivers
Diesel company car drivers face a 37% Benefit-in-Kind tax rate under Chancellor John Healey, with experts warning the policy unfairly penalises those who travel long distances.
Birmingham Sports Quarter: unique opportunity for city
Birmingham City FC's 48-acre Sports Quarter project presents a 'unique opportunity' to establish the city as a globally recognised destination for sports and entertainment, according to the council's draft Local Plan.
Bristol TV Firm Gets Channel 4 Drama Funding
Blak Wave, a Bristol-based independent TV production company, has won backing from Channel 4's Creative Equity Drama IP Fund to develop its first drama show, marking a major milestone for the ethnically diverse-led indie.
West Midlands businesses confident in tech investment
A KPMG survey reveals 78% of West Midlands businesses are confident about growth, with over half planning significant tech investments in the next year.
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Dover and Deal pubs get 20% rates cut from 2027
Pubs in Dover and Deal will receive a 20% reduction in business rates from April 2027, saving the typical pub £1,100 annually, as part of a national government initiative.
Games Workshop Gets £7.8m Tariff Refund After Court Ruling
Games Workshop recovered £7.8m from US customs after the Supreme Court ruled Trump's tariffs illegal, as the Warhammer maker reported 11% revenue growth to £626.8m.
UK family moves to Poland, cuts bills by half in Gdansk
A British family of six moved from Warwickshire to Poland, slashing living costs. Dinner out for six costs just £12.60, rent is £1,400 for a six-bed home.
DJH Makes First South West Deal with Gooding Accounts
Stoke-on-Trent-based accountancy group DJH has acquired Wiltshire's Gooding Accounts, marking its first South West expansion. The firm, now employing 900 across 20 offices, aims to combine national scale with local advice.
Develop North Backs Hebburn Shipyard with £1.95m
Develop North has provided a £1.95m funding facility to kickstart the regeneration of the former Hawthorn Leslie shipyard in Hebburn, with first nine homes underway on the 440-home Kelly's Wharf project.
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Wood Family Group Buys GreenWood Family Park
GreenWood Family Park in Y Felinheli, North Wales, has been acquired by the Wood Family Group from Continuum Attractions, with ambitious plans for investment in new rides and facilities.
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