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JLR reports record revenues and best profits since 2015 and powers ahead with Reimagine electric vehicle plan
Jaguar Land Rover
'The foundation of this performance was the sustained global demand for our modern luxury vehicles'
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UK economy exits recession, official figures show
Economy
GDP rose in the first quarter of the year after two quarters of decline
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Government halts plans for pilot ‘hydrogen town’ heating scheme
Boris Johnson
Proposals for North East and Cheshire pilot villages had already been adandoned
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Nissan reports major jump in global profits as sales grow in most countries
Automotive
The positive financial results come as the company aims to replicate the success of its Sunderland plant
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Birmingham's Unity Trust Bank named among Sunday Times Best Places to Work
West Midlands
Ethical bank is among several West Midlands companies to be included in prestigious list by national broadsheet
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Greggs opens 2,500th shop as takeover of UK high street continues
Retail & High Street
The milestone shop is in a petrol station in Surrey
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England’s Euro Squad: Crystal Palace Trio eye a place in the squad
Euro 2024
mirror.co.uk
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Opinion: ChatGPT can boost productivity but can cost a business its reputation
Creative & Digital
The team at GWS Media in Bristol has been testing the AI system, weighing up its capabilities and limitations
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Shipbuilder A&P Group to close North East yard impacting jobs
Maritime
The repair and conversion specialist has operated from the Teesport base for more than 20 years
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Cirata narrows losses as it reveals 'whack-a-mole' challenges of potential fraud crisis
Company Results
The listed data specialist said efforts to claw back nearly £650,000 in bonuses from former bosses had so far been unsuccessful
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Buyout deal for law firm Higgs
West Midlands
Brierley Hill practice has expanded its foothold in the West Midlands by acquiring Lewis Onions Solicitors
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Deloitte appoints new boss for South West and Wales
Deloitte
Dave Tansley is a consulting partner who joined the firm in 1994
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SMEs adapt recruitment approach to counter cost-of-living pressures
Partner Stories
The Skills for Life campaign aims to help SMEs utilise a range of government training and employment schemes
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Pennon blames heavy rain for pollution performance
Company Results
Pennon said storms across the West of England had proved "challenging"
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Bentley chief to take over at Aston Martin
Aston Martin
Adrian Hallmark will join the sports car manufacturer later this year
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Banking & Finance
The world is about to get its first ever trillionaire
The fortunes of the five richest men have spiked by 114% in real terms since 2020
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Why we need to look again at a new international airport for Wales and the South West of England
South West
Cardiff and Bristol airports would need to close to support a new international airport handling 20 million passengers annually, says Grant Thornton economist Joel Strange
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The top 10 youngest billionaires in the UK named
Finance
New analysis of Forbes data by City Index has revealed the youngest billionaires in the country
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Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says Government still taking 'big decisions' as he talks inflation, HS2, and Britain's science superpowers
Jeremy Hunt
Exclusive: BusinessLive meets Chancellor as he sets off a lightning bolt in Manchester
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The end of an era for UK steelmaking with Tata to move Port Talbot to electric arc furnaces
Wales
The decision will see around 3,000 Tata Steel UK jobs lost with the majority in Port Talbot
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Enterprise
Politics
Badenoch visits British Steel plant as decarbonisation talks continue
The Scunthorpe plant is one of two where British Steel want to switch to an electric arc furnace
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Yorkshire and Humber firms make list of best places to work in UK
Employment
Croda, Xalient and Clarion are among the 27 regional firms making the Sunday Times list
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Nine North East companies make Best Places to Work in the UK list for 2024
People
The list is compiled from staff feedback and organisations must achieve a minimum 70% overall engagement score
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Birmingham's Unity Trust Bank named among Sunday Times Best Places to Work
West Midlands
Ethical bank is among several West Midlands companies to be included in prestigious list by national broadsheet
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Sustainable travel platform secures £1.2m in new funding round
West Midlands
Birmingham-based You Smart Thing has struck the deal with the West Midlands Co-Investment Fund alongside other investors
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Technology
Employment
Offshore robotics firm Vaarst to hire 50 tech roles in Bristol
The company has operations around the UK and Irish seas, as well as Europe, Japan and the US
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Vehicle subscription platform firm Wagonex accelerates into South America
Deals
Its platform is being used by one of Chile's biggest car dealerships OneSummit
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Plans for Silicon Valley-style cyber hub in South Wales and West Country
Technology
The Western Gateway is hoping to attract top technology businesses and investment from around the world
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North East tech firm Clixifix is snapped up by Norwegian group SmartCraft
Deals
CEO James Farrell said the firm’s acquisition signifies its robust growth trajectory
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Tech firm SoPost strikes major deal with fifth biggest beauty group in the world
Deals
The Newcastle firm will help Shiseido boost awareness of a number of its brands including Drunk Elephant, Narciso Rodriguez and Issey Miyake
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Retail Consumer
Deals
Pharmacy2U adds pet health services with acquisition of The PharmPet Co
The deal comes six months after the firms formed a partnership to deliver prescriptions to pet owners
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Fast fashion firm Boohoo 'well positioned' for growth despite widening losses
Retail & Consumer
Group says revenue fall down to 'increased focus on profitability and difficult market conditions'
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Maternity clothing company Pretty Mama set for growth after moving to new base
Retail
The clothing company business launched by sisters Alex and Jenny McFadden has moved into a South Tyneside unit
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Procook appoints former Hobbs chief executive to board
Appointments
Meg Lustman has held senior positions at major high street brands including John Lewis and Warehouse
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Heineken to spend £1.6m on revamping West Country pubs
Food and Drink
The world's second-largest brewer said around 40 jobs would be created as part of plans to upgrade venues
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Manufacturing
Engineering
Offshore specialist SMD to launch third North East base as it targets £150m turnover
The Subsea robotics firm SMD has been serving the oil and gas markets for 53 years
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JLR reports record revenues and best profits since 2015 and powers ahead with Reimagine electric vehicle plan
Jaguar Land Rover
'The foundation of this performance was the sustained global demand for our modern luxury vehicles'
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Nissan reports major jump in global profits as sales grow in most countries
Automotive
The positive financial results come as the company aims to replicate the success of its Sunderland plant
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Government awards £196m for nuclear fuel site to cement North West’s position as a global powerhouse - and protect Europe's energy supplies from Putin
Engineering
Prime Minister says uranium project will 'prise Putin’s blood-soaked hands off Europe’s energy market'
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Steel firm goes into administration with dozens of jobs lost
Manufacturing
Atlantic Steel Processing closed down after sale process unsuccessful
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Commercial Property
Deals
Pattinson Estate Agency acquires County Durham business NS Bennett
The deal marks the Wallsend estate agency's third acquisition in six months
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Black Country Living Museum secures RIBA accolade
West Midlands
New visitor centre improves welcome for people at cultural attraction, say judges
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Developer sought for historic former cinema in Cheltenham
Savills
The property, based in Montpellier, was also used as a bingo club and restaurant before closing down in 2023
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Firm behind historic store revamp goes into receivership
John Lewis
Landlab Developments was to convert landmark into 175-bed hotel and casino
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Consultation opens on 50-storey student block in Birmingham
West Midlands
Sama Investments is hoping to win the city's backing for project on site of former council offices
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Professional Services
Appointments
People on the move: key North East appointments and promotions
Companies featuring in this week's round-up include Ryecroft Glenton Corporate Finance, Adderstone Living, Healthwatch, Seaward Electronic Ltd and Gleeson Homes
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Skipton Business Finance moves Birmingham team to new home
West Midlands
Invoice financing firm has relocated from Jewellery Quarter to central business district
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Engineering consultancy Wallace Whittle opening in Manchester and Birmingham
Engineering
'Growth in England is pivotal to our next level aspirations for the company'
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TSB to shut 36 branches - full list and dates
Professional Services
The latest round of closures will leave the group with 175 branches across the country
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The latest equity and related investment news in Welsh business
Deals
Companies features include Lexington Corporate Finance, SJ Environmental, Shufflebottom, Hexigone Inhibitors, Lanes Recovery and Rebel Lion.
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Economic Development
South West
Great South West to showcase Hinkley Point C and Spaceport Cornwall at major investment event
UKREiiF is the largest investment and development event in the UK and it's taking place in Leeds this year
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UK economy exits recession, official figures show
Economy
GDP rose in the first quarter of the year after two quarters of decline
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Andy Burnham gives strongest hint yet on new tram lines
North West
Labour politician was re-elected as mayor with nearly two-thirds of the vote
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Government halts plans for pilot ‘hydrogen town’ heating scheme
Boris Johnson
Proposals for North East and Cheshire pilot villages had already been adandoned
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Bank of England hints at rate cut as inflation set to fall below target
Conservative Party
The Bank of England has kept interest rates on hold at 5.25% but hinted that a reduction could be on the cards as soon as June as inflation is forecast to fall below target.
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£300m site will be a car-free hub – taking guests into the Peaks for biking and hiking, nature, heritage, sport and culture
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Connexin named second fastest growing company at Northern Tech Awards 2024
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Nine North East companies make Best Places to Work in the UK list for 2024
People
The list is compiled from staff feedback and organisations must achieve a minimum 70% overall engagement score
Andy Burnham gives strongest hint yet on new tram lines
North West
Labour politician was re-elected as mayor with nearly two-thirds of the vote
Deals
Pattinson Estate Agency acquires County Durham business NS Bennett
The deal marks the Wallsend estate agency's third acquisition in six months
Badenoch visits British Steel plant as decarbonisation talks continue
Politics
The Scunthorpe plant is one of two where British Steel want to switch to an electric arc furnace
People on the move: key North East appointments and promotions
Appointments
Companies featuring in this week's round-up include Ryecroft Glenton Corporate Finance, Adderstone Living, Healthwatch, Seaward Electronic Ltd and Gleeson Homes
Yorkshire and Humber firms make list of best places to work in UK
Employment
Croda, Xalient and Clarion are among the 27 regional firms making the Sunday Times list
Offshore specialist SMD to launch third North East base as it targets £150m turnover
Engineering
The Subsea robotics firm SMD has been serving the oil and gas markets for 53 years