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Shepherd Neame Scoops Multiple Awards For Beers, Pubs & People
Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, is celebrating a number of accolades received throughout October, recognising the quality of its beers, the success of its pubs and the achievements of its team members.
6 days ago3 min read


As UK Export Growth Slows, Expert Highlights the Evolving Role of Shipping Containers
Seventy years after a converted oil tanker carried the first standardised steel boxes from New Jersey to Texas, the shipping container remains the basic unit that global trade is built on.
7 days ago3 min read


Business Rates Shake-Up Risks Creating Uncertainty For UK SMEs
Small and medium-sized businesses face fresh uncertainty over how future business rates changes could affect their plans for growth, investment and recruitment.
Oct 134 min read


Glasgow City Council Appoints CBRE To Develop Business Case For Glasgow
Glasgow City Council has appointed CBRE to develop the business case for a potential growth fund for central Glasgow, exploring how public and private sector investment could work together.
Oct 83 min read


Hendy Group Celebrates 115th Anniversary Of Becoming Ford’s First British Retailer
Next week, Hendy Group, one of the UK’s largest independent family-run dealer groups, is celebrating a remarkable anniversary: representing Ford Motor Company in Britain for 115 years.
Nov 7, 20252 min read


JCB Team Unveils Poignant Remembrance Day Tribute
LEST WE FORGET: a team of JCB employees has unveiled a poignant Remembrance Day memorial which they hope will help raise funds for two charities.
Nov 4, 20252 min read


Local Drinks Producer Partners With Derbyshire Police
Global Brands, the Chesterfield-based drinks producer behind the likes of Hooch, VK, and Franklin & Sons, has announced it is supporting Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner on her “Don’t Risk The Drive” campaign – aiming to combat drink driving over the festive period.
Nov 3, 20253 min read


Mum’s Words Of Support Ringing In Her Ears As Audiologist Marks Business Anniversary
A Brazilian entrepreneur visited the UK to learn English - funded by the sale of her late grandad’s cows - and never returned! Next week she is celebrating the second anniversary of her audiology clinic in Warwickshire with a special Open Day.
Oct 31, 20254 min read


HMG Paints Uncovers Aston Martin’s Rare Metallic Green Finish
HMG Paints, the UK's leading independent paint manufacturer, has played a pivotal role in an exciting discovery, confirming that a rare 1935 Aston Martin Mk2 Sports Saloon.
Oct 29, 20253 min read


Family Business Growth Expectations Dip And Leadership Transition Looms
Confidence and growth expectations within the UK family business sector have weakened, as firms also prepare for a major generational handover of leadership.
Oct 28, 20252 min read


Hendy Supports Colleague At Cycle Speedway World Championships
Hampshire-based Maddie Saunders, a Marketing Specialist at local car dealer group Hendy, is celebrating a sporting triumph.
Oct 22, 20252 min read


AWS Outage Is A Wake-Up Call For The Global Digital Economy
With BBC News covering live the Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage affecting leading UK banks, and global services, the incident bears striking similarities to the CrowdStrike disruption seen last year. Banks, like many other sectors, are becoming increasingly reliant on technology, particularly on third-party providers that deliver the specialist services on which daily operations depend. The Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage, which has disrupted leading UK banks and global ser
Oct 22, 20253 min read


Kristina’s Head for Heights Boosts Berkshire Charity For Young People
High flying Newbury accountancy apprentice Kristina Pallaiova has raised hundreds of pounds for young people’s charity by jumping from an aeroplane.
Oct 21, 20252 min read


JCB Gives Employees Extra Day Off
The outstanding contribution of JCB employees across the globe is being recognised with an extra day’s holiday to mark the company’s 80th anniversary.
Oct 20, 20251 min read


Business Gateway Supports Specialist Company Selling Beds
A business that helps families of disabled children travel more easily has doubled its turnover and moved into new premises after receiving specialist scale-up support from Business Gateway East Renfrewshire.
Oct 17, 20253 min read


Card Spending Declines In September, But ‘Treat Purchases’ Gets A Boost
Consumer card spending declined -0.7 per cent year-on-year in September, down from 0.5 per cent growth in August and lower than the latest CPIH inflation rate of 4.1 per cent.
Oct 15, 20254 min read


Gen Z Leads The Way In Sustainable Travel To London Gatwick
London Gatwick has seen a significant rise in rail travel among younger passengers, with more than half of the airport’s Gen Z passengers catching a train to their plane. New data reveals that 53% of 16 to 24-year-olds chose to reach London Gatwick by rail in the first three months of 2025 - up from 47% in 2024. This compares to 44% of all passengers in 2025, underscoring Gen Z’s growing commitment to sustainable and efficient transport. The figures also show that Gen Z passe
Oct 13, 20252 min read


The Malcolm Group - A Scottish Family Legacy Built To Last
In the heart of Renfrewshire, where lorry fleets roll out from Linwood and construction projects unfold across the country, The Malcolm...
Oct 8, 20255 min read


Four In Five Brits Expect Bank Fraud & Cyber-Attacks To Increase By 2030
UK consumers are the most likely to think that fraud will become a bigger issue for banks and insurers in the next five years, compared...
Oct 8, 20253 min read


Amputee Charity Expands Support For People Living With Limb Difference
Amputees across Glasgow will have more opportunities to socialise, exercise and rebuild confidence thanks to a new programme of wellbeing...
Sep 25, 20252 min read


GAIL’s Bakery Takes Off At London Gatwick
Passengers flying from London Gatwick are now the first in the world to enjoy GAIL’s before boarding, as the much-loved London brand...
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Celebrating National Manufacturing Day Across The UK
Companies up and down the UK are opening up their facilities to their local communities as part of National Manufacturing Day today....
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Leadership Myths Holding Business Leaders Back
Discussions about leadership are everywhere – it’s all over LinkedIn, on podcasts and there’s plenty of quotes about vision, inspiration...
Sep 12, 20254 min read


Rayner And Footballers’ Financial Troubles Are A 'Wake-Up Call'
A top south coast tax expert has described the separate financial controversies involving Premier League footballers and former Deputy...
Sep 10, 20252 min read
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