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Cardiff and Bridgend ranked amongst the most entrepreneurial towns and cities in the Ƶ
Economy
Both locations have seen a significant rise in new firms
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How county town is getting shoppers to ditch online and shop local this Christmas
Retail & High Street
'We appreciate many people are worried about rising prices and bills, but this is also a tough time for local businesses'
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Nottingham pharmaceutical firm takes next step towards 50,000 sq ft expansion
Pharmaceuticals
£15m facility will create around 100 jobs and allow the company to significantly increase its research and development
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Re-opened Dartmoor rail line passes 250,000 journeys in its first year
South West
When the Dartmoor Line from Okehampton reopened last year, it restored a regular, year-round service for the first time in almost 50 years.
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'Wales life sciences sector key to Ƶ growth plan' - Trade Secretary
Economy
Kemi Badenoch will make her first visit to Wales today as Trade Secretary
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Prime Minister opens satellite Number 10 office in Darlington
Economy
Tees Valley Mayor Ben Houchen said the move 'put us on the map'
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Scale-up firms are key to boosting the economy but they need to be more evenly spread across the Ƶ
Wales Fast Growth 50
Wales accounts for only 3.5% of the total number of scale-ups in the Ƶ which is lower than would be expected by business population.
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Greene King brewery staff set to strike over pay
Food and Drink
Greene King chains include Hungry Horse and Wacky Warehouse, and brews Old Speckled Hen and Abbot Ale
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The Welsh firms adapting and innovating in the face of the economic crisis
Economy
Firms from across Wales tell us how they have adapted to soaring inflation, energy costs and an economy in recession
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Redundancies at Joules HQ as search for buyer continues
Retail & High Street
Wider consultation with 1,600 staff is also underway
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North East to lead project to boost tourism economy through big events
Leisure & Touism
The pilot programme will aim to make the region a 'must visit' destination and takes inspiration from events like this summer's Commonwealth Games
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Dr Martens warns of slowing demand for its products
Fashion
Nevertheless, chief executive Kenny Wilson was positive about the peak Christmas trading period
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'Economic growth will be choked off': Bruntwood boss warns of impact of Avanti West Coast cancellations
North West
Avanti West Coast has blamed unofficial strike action for the reduced services, an accusation that has been rejected by unions
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B&Q owner boosted by sales of energy saving products
Retail
Kingfisher said the DIY market also continued to do well as the trend for working from home continued
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Historic Salisbury garage and car showroom forced to close
Insolvency and Administration
Rex Garage had been struggling with ongoing difficulties caused by the pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis
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Don't allow small firms to fail, says North East-based FSB chair
Economy
Martin McTague called on the Government to extend energy bills relief to small businesses
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Jeweller which sells £195k diamond rings promises money-back – if it snows on Christmas Day
Retail & High Street
'If one snowflake falls on our store in that two-hour window on Christmas Day, our customers will be quids in'
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New CEO joining Ƶ brick maker Forterra
Construction
Forterra says strong 2022 so far despite price rises, production capacity constraints and low inventory levels
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How Brexit costs this retailer £1m a month in sales
Retail & High Street
Pertemba founder Ravi Karia says £22m annual sales would be £35m without post-Brexit trade barriers
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Invest in North East England, global finance groups are told
Economy
Event at Aviva's offices in London highlights £30bn of investment possibilities
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Surge in South West firms securing funding deals
Deals
Businesses in the region continue to attract investment amid the challenging economic climate, a KPMG report said
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Pendragon extends “put-up or shut-up deadline” for £400m bid in the business
Automotive
Swedish Hedin Mobility Group AB given until next month to make offer for Evans Halshaw and Stratstone owner
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Wilko completes £48m sale and leaseback of Notts distribution hub
property news
Wilko chief executive Jerome Saint-Marc said property deal with DHL gives them 'long-term stability'
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