150 Affordable Homes Plan by Christmas Tree Suppliers
The family behind Britain's most famous Christmas trees, including Covent Garden's, has submitted plans to build 150 affordable homes on their Shirley land.
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Hutton: Curtis Jones Would Be Strong Villa Signing
Former Aston Villa defender Alan Hutton believes Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones would be a strong addition to Unai Emery’s squad, with the Reds valuing him at £35 million.
Oscars Acquires Gro Residential in Hull Property Deal
East Yorkshire estate agency Oscars has acquired Hull's Gro Residential Management, creating a 17-strong operation. The deal, for an undisclosed sum, brings together two experienced teams amid changes in the private rented sector.
North East FDI drops to 10-year low, EY survey shows
Foreign direct investment into the North East fell 48% year-on-year to 22 projects in 2025, a decade low, according to the EY UK Attractiveness Survey.
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Premier Modular Secures £360m Refinancing Deal
Premier Modular closes £360m refinancing deal to support growth, reflecting lender confidence in its modular building business and fleet quality.
Santander £1.98m funding for AES Global intercoms
Santander provides over £1.98m in funding to AES Global, a Northern Ireland intercoms manufacturer, supporting growth across 40+ countries.
Ballard Buys Newcastle Hydrogen Firm GeoPura for £301m
Canadian Ballard Power Systems has acquired Newcastle-based GeoPura for £301.1m, marking a major investment in UK hydrogen power and manufacturing, with plans for global expansion.
Hong Kong Unlocks New Central Asia Opportunities
Hong Kong is forging stronger economic ties with Central Asia, opening new trade and investment corridors that promise mutual growth and regional connectivity.
Frasers Group €2bn Hugo Boss Bid Gains Appeal
Analysts say Frasers Group's €2bn bid for Hugo Boss has become more compelling as the German fashion house's near-term outlook weakens, with consensus earnings expected to decline by 5%.
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BBB CEO Louis Taylor to Step Down in September
Louis Taylor, Newcastle-born CEO of the British Business Bank, announces his departure at end of September 2026 after four years leading the bank's transformation and securing £25.6bn in financial capacity.
West Midlands Firms Show Resilience Amid Global Uncertainty
West Midlands businesses demonstrate resilience despite global economic uncertainty, with key sectors reporting growth and optimism, according to a new report.
Morgan Rogers Future Key to Aston Villa Summer Plans
Morgan Rogers, valued at over £100m, is a target for Arsenal. A sale would be a club-record departure for Aston Villa, with the player reportedly keen on the move.
Wales Inward Investment Projects Rise, Jobs Fall
Wales attracted 75 inward investment projects in 2025-26, up from 65, but promised jobs dropped to 1,617 from 2,470, bucking UK trend.
Athletes Back North England Olympic Bid for 2040s
More than 40 elite athletes, including Sir Jason Kenny and Dame Sarah Storey, support a potential Olympic and Paralympic bid for the north of England in the 2040s.
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Gap Group Creates Jobs with Yorkshire Recycling Expansion
Gap Group North East opens a new recycling site in York, creating eight jobs and expanding its nationwide network to meet growing demand for WEEE processing services.
Bergvall wants Spurs exit amid Villa interest
Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall seeks summer exit with Aston Villa among clubs interested. The 20-year-old has started only 11 Premier League games each of the last two seasons.
Babcock Launches £200m Share Buyback as Revenues Rise
Defence giant Babcock International reports £5.1bn revenue, up 8%, launches £200m share buyback amid geopolitical uncertainty. CEO David Lockwood to retire.
Poynton Office Block to Be Replaced by 28 Affordable Flats
Sanctuary Housing Association's plan to demolish Astra House in Poynton and build 28 affordable apartments has been recommended for approval by Cheshire East planning officers.
Rachel Reeves Confirms 10p Per Mile Rule Change for Drivers
HMRC increases mileage allowance to 55p per mile for first 10,000 business miles, up from 45p, backdated to April 2026. Martin Lewis calls it a 'really important' change.
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RBS £200 Bonus Payment for Account Switchers
RBS is offering a £200 bonus to customers who open a current account and switch using the Current Account Switch Service. Conditions apply.
Aston Villa Injury Boost and Transfer Advice
Aston Villa receives a major injury boost as Boubacar Kamara nears return. Morgan Rogers advised to stay amid Arsenal interest. John McGinn praised by Keane and Snodgrass.
Key North East Appointments and Promotions This Week (20.06.2026)
Newcastle firm Dome promotes Tom Borsoi and Jenny Robertson; RWO hires Domenico Venuti; Team Solan adds trustees; Stelrad appoints Stuart Watson.
Trupeer AI Hires Former UiPath APAC CEO for UK Growth
Trupeer AI appoints former UiPath APAC CEO to spearhead UK expansion, aiming to revolutionize AI-powered automation and drive significant growth in the region.
VAT Cut Confirmed for 12 Summer Holiday Attractions
Rachel Reeves announces a temporary 5% VAT rate for 12 family attractions from June 25 to September 1, 2026, to reduce summer holiday costs.
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Octopus CEO Urges Reeves to Unlock Pension Fund Investment
Greg Jackson calls on Rachel Reeves to unlock billions in pension fund investment for UK tech firms, warning of energy costs and grid pressures.
Ashington Lighting Firm Raytec Optimistic After Sales Growth
Raytec, an Ashington-based industrial lighting maker, reports 8.3% sales growth to £18.7m, with strong global demand for its LED systems and a positive outlook.
Juventus Cool Interest in Aston Villa's Emi Martinez
Juventus' pursuit of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez is cooling due to Villa's high demands, including €10 million and tough bonuses, leading them to consider alternatives like Tottenham's Guglielmo Vicario.
Banks Confirm £650 Rule Change for Homebuyers
Nationwide, Santander, and Lloyds back government homebuying reforms, cutting times by four weeks and saving first-time buyers £650 on average.
Octopus Energy Boss Urges Urgent Pension Rule Changes
Octopus Energy CEO Greg Jackson calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to urgently unlock UK pension funds for investment in British technology firms to boost the economy.
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New UK Home Buying Rules Save Families £650
Labour government announces reforms to home buying and selling, including upfront sales packs and digital tools, saving first-time buyers £650 and cutting purchase times by four weeks.
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