Principle Estate Management Opens Manchester Office
Midlands property firm Principle Estate Management opens Manchester office, investing £300,000 and appointing Matt Kirk as property director to manage over 5,000 homes by 2028.
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Funding for High-Growth Businesses in West Midlands
New funding from WMCA and MEIF supports high-growth businesses in the West Midlands, offering loans and equity to drive innovation and job creation.
Aston Villa to Open Contract Talks with Konsa and Torres
Aston Villa are expected to hold contract talks with centre backs Ezri Konsa and Pau Torres before the new Premier League season, with both players having two years left on their deals.
Cardiff Capital Region Fund Backs Coaches' Voice in Welsh Deals
The Cardiff Capital Region's £50m equity fund invests in Coaches' Voice to expand grassroots football coaching in Wales, alongside other Welsh businesses securing funding.
Former Hotpoint Factory in Yate Sold for £10m, 190 Homes Planned
South Gloucestershire Council will sell the former Hotpoint tumble dryer factory in Yate for £10m, with plans for 190 homes, half affordable, plus commercial space and public car park.
Labour Investments Boost Dover and Deal with Heritage and Education
Over £3 million for Walmer Castle, free breakfast clubs for 500+ children, and flood defence for 2,666 properties highlight Labour's investment in Dover and Deal, MP Mike Tapp reports.
Northumberland firm adds three Yorkshire parks to portfolio
Maguires Country Parks, a family-run holiday park group, has acquired Winksley Banks, Foxhall and Hutton Bonville Country Parks in North Yorkshire, expanding its portfolio to 15 sites across the North East and Yorkshire.
Burnham warehouse tax plan could 'crucify' supermarkets
Andy Burnham's proposed warehouse levy to cut business rates for high street venues has sparked warnings it would 'crucify' supermarkets, with retail chiefs and MPs raising concerns over inflation and practicality.
JP Morgan Bournemouth Office Expansion Approved
JP Morgan's five-storey Bournemouth office expansion, housing 1,600 staff, was approved despite parking concerns. The development includes 118 car and 614 cycle spaces.
Bristol Temple Island deal changes needed as costs rise
Bristol City Council faces higher costs and halved affordable housing in a revised Temple Island deal with developer Legal & General, due to rising construction costs and new safety rules.
Robust Demand Boosts Trading at Northumberland Housebuilder
Cussins reports resilient trading with £18.86m turnover and robust demand, despite delays. CEO Jabin Cussins highlights strong sales and partnership exit.
Ranger Buys CIA and AKD, Now 25 Brands
Ranger Fire and Security, backed by Inflexion, acquires CIA Fire and Security (Gloucestershire) and AKD Fire and Security (Cumbria), expanding to 25 brands with over 500 employees.
BGF surpasses £5bn in regional investments since 2011
Investment group BGF has exceeded £5bn in funding deals since its 2011 launch, backing over 650 companies with 74% of capital deployed outside London and the South East.
Hargreaves Lansdown appoints new CTO and transformation chief
Bristol-based investment platform Hargreaves Lansdown hires Charles Thompson as CTO and Michael Finnegan as chief transformation officer from Vanguard, replacing outgoing executives.
Bewdley Woman's eBay Success: £100k in Six Months
Emily Benton, 34, from Bewdley, turned over £100,000 in six months by reselling pre-loved clothing on eBay after leaving minimum wage pub work.
North East Appointments: Ward Hadaway, B7, DAC Beachcroft, Muse
Law firm Ward Hadaway appoints Helen Badger and Gemma Lynch as partners. B7 hires Daniel Gourley as social media manager. DAC Beachcroft elects Paul Davison as Newcastle location head. Muse appoints Max King as project management director.
Newcastle Medical Insole Maker Opens Sheffield Factory
Peacocks Medical Group expands with a second Sheffield production site, boosting capacity by 30% and launching own-brand products.
Brighton and Sunderland Eye Villa's Bogarde
Brighton and Sunderland are interested in signing Aston Villa's Lamare Bogarde, valued at £21.5 million, as the versatile 22-year-old seeks more first-team football.
NatWest invests £1m in Bath, Plymouth, Taunton branches
NatWest has announced a combined £1 million investment to refurbish branches in Bath, Plymouth, and Taunton, with improvements including new technology and enhanced facilities.
Aston Villa Eye Lens Keeper Risser as Martinez Exit Looms
Aston Villa are reportedly preparing a bid for RC Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser as Emi Martinez's future at the club remains uncertain amid Juventus interest.
NatWest Completes £2.7bn Evelyn Partners Acquisition
NatWest has completed the £2.7 billion acquisition of Evelyn Partners, creating the UK's leading private banking and wealth management business with combined assets of £127 billion.
Dael Fry to Birmingham City: One Possible Downside
Birmingham City have signed Dael Fry on a free transfer, landing a Championship-proven centre-back. The only concern is his injury history, but his quality could drive a promotion push.
Welsh Gov Launches £5m Loan Scheme for Farms
A £5m pilot loan scheme from the Welsh Government offers fixed-rate loans at 3% interest to support farming businesses in driving productivity and sustainability.
Convatec £24m Rhymney Expansion Secures 100 Jobs
Convatec's £24m expansion at its Rhymney wound care facility secures 100 high-skilled jobs and launches a new production line for Hydrofiber technology.
Santander urges customers to invest £100 lump sum in July
Santander has emailed customers urging them to invest a £100 lump sum in July, highlighting a ready-made Stocks and Shares ISA with long-term growth potential, while warning of risks and fraud.
Win a £3.5M Dream Home in Birmingham with Range Rover
Omaze competition offers chance to win a luxury Birmingham home, Range Rover, and £100k cash, with proceeds supporting Alzheimer's Society.
Urgent Government Action Sought for NE Automotive Sector
North East Automotive Alliance calls for Government to review ZEV Mandate, address energy costs, and secure EU trade to protect the region's automotive sector.
Wales Sees Biggest Drop in Equity Deals but Value Rises
Wales experienced the largest percentage fall in equity deals in the UK, down 45% to 44, while total value edged up 1% to £152m, driven by a single £107m deal, according to the British Business Bank's Small Business Equity Tracker 2026.
Malthouse Building Acquired by Tenants IMA After Landlord Collapse
Creative agency IMA has acquired The Malthouse building in Leeds for £4m, taking freehold ownership after former landlord Leaseco 23 collapsed with a £12m deficit.
NE Firms See Sales Rise But Cost Pressures Loom: Survey
North East businesses show rising sales and hiring intentions, but energy costs and inflation remain key concerns, according to the latest quarterly economic survey from the North East Chamber of Commerce.
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