Category : Startups


Burnham cuts business rates for pubs by 20%

Andy Burnham's government cuts business rates for pubs, clubs, and music venues by 20%, saving a typical pub £1,100 a year. The move aims to revive high streets and is part of broader cost-of-living relief.

GVI Collapses: All Bookings Cancelled

Global Vision International (GVI) has entered liquidation after 28 years, cancelling all current and future programs. Gap year students and travellers face thousands in losses.

DigiProp Wins Wales StartUp of the Year 2026

Cardiff-based DigiProp has been crowned the overall Wales StartUp of the Year, winning the top prize at the 2026 Wales StartUp Awards. The property tech firm will now compete in the UK StartUp Awards in September.

Tyres.co.uk Hits 100 Orders in First Month

Tyres.co.uk, a new online tyre business, has achieved 100 successful orders within 30 days of launch, highlighting demand for transparent and convenient tyre shopping in the UK.

Cardiff Property Tech Firm Scales Up After £700k Investment

Openmoove, a Cardiff-based property technology startup, has secured £700,000 in equity funding led by the Development Bank of Wales. The investment will create six jobs and accelerate the rollout of their platform for estate agents and conveyancers.

Warrior Nutrition Expands Board for Global Growth

Manchester-based sports nutrition brand Warrior has formed its first advisory board, appointing Chris McLaughlin and Nick Rhind as advisors and Ian Cassidy as CTO to support international expansion and digital growth.

Transform Hub Plans 11 New Gyms in UK Expansion for Over-35s

North West fitness franchise Transform Hub, founded by James Calderbank, announces plans to open 11 new locations across the UK in 2026, targeting customers over 35. The brand aims for 100 sites by 2028, with recent growth showing a 28.4% membership incre

Mum Earns £2,000 Monthly from Home Business

A Kent mother reveals how she transformed decluttering into a profitable reselling venture, making up to £2,000 profit monthly while working just three hours daily alongside caring for her baby.

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