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Hendy Group continues to strengthen its position as one of the UK’s leading automotive retail businesses, combining significant scale with the enduring values of a fifth-generation, family-run organisation.

Johnston Carmichael has strengthened its audit offering in Aberdeen with the appointment of Teresa Gilligan as audit director to support the firm’s continued investment in the North East.

Award-winning brand Kent Crisps announced the launch of new Beef Brisket & Stout Flavour crisps, a mouth-wateringly rich and savoury hand-cooked crisp developed in collaboration with historic Kent Brewer, Shepherd Neame.

St Austell Brewery is marking its 175th anniversary with the release of 1851, a special edition commemorative ale brewed to honour the year the brewery was founded.

Glasgow - People facing food insecurity in Maryhill will continue to receive emergency assistance and essential supplies during a period of rising need, thanks to the work of a trusted local foodbank.

M&S has become the first UK retailer to launch its much-anticipated Jersey Royal potatoes, thanks to its longstanding 10-year relationship with the Le Maistre family.

Solent Freeport has granted £10,000 to a Southampton project which helps young people into employment and training.

Individuals across Scotland will soon be able to gain recognised professional development credits through Business Gateway’s popular webinars.

Manchester-based HMG Paints has continued to demonstrate its strong commitment to charitable causes and community projects through a series of fundraising events and paint donations.

More than 100 property professionals gathered to help an expanding finance lender in the sector celebrate its 45th anniversary.

Bestway Wholesale has appointed Charles Abraham as Food Service Director, strengthening its senior leadership team as the business accelerates its growth across catering, foodservice and the on-trade markets.

M&S announces that it is extending its commitment to British lamb and beef farming with a £2.1bn investment.

London-based family business Dina Foods supplies an artisan range of Mediterranean flatbreads and luxury confectionery to foodservice operators across the UK.

National painting contractor Bagnalls has been named on the shortlist for the Employer of the Year category at the British Business Awards 2026 – one of the most competitive business awards in the UK.

A significant step forward for Cranleigh’s international ambitions, with a new education partnership in Vietnam.

Aldi Scotland’s Supermarket Sweep is back for another year, giving shoppers in South Scotland the chance to raise vital funds for Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS).

The founder of a charity that provides vital support to families with children admitted to hospital has thanked a Hampshire accountancy firm for its help.

A leading Dorset funeral director has welcomed government plans to increase regulation of the industry.

A restaurant manager from a Lake District spa resort has turned his passion for the great outdoors into a new role, having successfully completed an intensive winter skills course.

Acclaimed broadcaster and bestselling author Lorraine Kelly will appear in Cobham for an exclusive author event to celebrate the release of her new novel, The Island Secret. Joining her on stage for a special “in conversation” event will be internationally bestselling author Adele Parks, promising an evening of lively discussion, insight, and inspiration.