While the Act brings some of the most significant employment law changes in a generation, the key is knowing what matters in your business and taking the decision to act. So, what should employers ...

In a sector as complex and collaborative as construction and civil engineering, sharing knowledge and improving understanding across the supply chain is essential. From health and safety to contract ...

An energy efficiency firm says its progress is set to heat up thanks to a “buoyant” order book. Greener Solutions Group says turnover is primed to jump from £3.1 million to more than £4 million thanks ...

A recruitment firm has expanded with a takeover. Start People has bought SG Personnel. The Durham and Manchester-based operator says the “milestone” move will strengthen £20 million turnover plans and ...

A Teesside-based commercial law firm has joined forces with a regional legal heavyweight. UK Top 100 law firm Ward Hadaway has completed its merger with The Endeavour Partnership LLP, a ...

SJD Associates Ltd (“SJD”) has secured a £200,000 funding package from MEIF Maven Debt Finance (“The Fund”), via the Recovery Loan Scheme. The Fund is part of the Midlands Engine Investment Fund ...

After several difficult quarters, the North East’s latest economic data finally offers some breathing space. Cost pressures are easing, domestic demand is showing early signs of recovery, and, on ...

A new initiative aims to bring people together to showcase Durham’s strengths and unlock future growth. Durham Champions is a newly launched network of local businesses, organisations and individuals ...

An engineering and fabrication firm has hailed its progress in a challenging market after revenues soared. Tadweld has seen annual sales rise 40 per cent. The Tadcaster-based operator says it has ...

A residential scheme hit by financial collapse has been completed. Developers have finished work on Prospect House, in Hexham. The 16-unit scheme had stalled after contractor Lok Developments 05 fell ...

Law firm Bermans has strengthened its leisure and hospitality offering with the appointment of David Crank to head its licensing operations. David joins from DWF after 18 years and is based in Bermans ...

A transport hub is celebrating a major milestone with a community-led project. Newcastle International Airport has marked its 90th anniversary by burying a time capsule filled with photos, mementos ...