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New chair of Welsh National Opera revealed
Adele
Professor Medwin Hughes will take up the role in September
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US tariffs 'posed existential threat' to West Midlands car makers - minister
West Midlands
Exports minister says he hopes manufacturers in the region will be reassured by new deal as conversations continue over new transatlantic trading relationship
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Weston-super-Mare's Tropicana set for transformation into 'nationally significant' cultural hub
Economic Development
1980s indoor venue to be replaced by purpose-built indoor venue, with 1930s promenade building restored
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The Great North: Mayors join forces to boost region’s economy and attract billions in investment as º£½ÇÊÓƵREiiF property showcase begins
Economic Development
Plans include Northern security corridor and creative sector focus as well as transport investment
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Aldi plans for former cinema site approved after community split
Economic Development
A total of 314 residents objected to the plans, along with Yate Town Council, but these were outnumbered by the 397 letters of support from locals
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Hill Dickinson Stadium: Global law firm signs naming rights deal at Everton's new home
North West
Club hails 'a shared commitment to progress, excellence, and the regeneration of our city'
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Blackpool's big brand hotel boom is not helping the town, leading hotelier says
Economic Development
Ian White, of hotel association StayBlackpool, says town's smaller hotels and B&Bs are being hit - but council says it wants to support businesses of all sizes
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'It's killing business': Salford traders say Chapel Street roadworks are driving away customers
Economic Development
Traffic has been diverted away from the heart of the area
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No 'Harry Potter' magic solution to Liverpool and Manchester's railway needs, mayor says
Economic Development
Steve Rotheram has called on the government to back the 'Northern Arc' rail link
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London-style Merseyrail ticketing system takes major step forward with 'tap and go' trial
Economic Development
System designed to speed up travel and offer passengers the best fares
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Cheltenham Golden Valley plans near GCHQ unveiled at flagship cyber security event
Economic Development
The second phase of the landmark scheme was unveiled at Cyber º£½ÇÊÓƵ which was hosted by the National Cyber Security Centre in Manchester last week
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Update on future of Plymouth's £10m abandoned waterfront block of flats
Economic Development
The charitable Abbeyfield Society said it is in discussions with "stakeholders" about completing the Mayflower Court retirement development at Millbay
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Wales now has a £25bn super pension fund
º£½ÇÊÓƵ Government
The Welsh Pension Partnership is looking to deploy more funds to back Welsh companies and projects
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Rachel Reeves's economic strategies spur º£½ÇÊÓƵ growth, overshadowing looming US tariffs
By City AM
The º£½ÇÊÓƵ economy surged by 0.7 per cent in the first three months of the year, official data has shown, suggesting firms boosted production ahead of Rachel Reeves's tax rises in April and the threat of President Donald Trump's tariffs.
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Andy Burnham says case for new Manchester to Liverpool railway has 'landed' after pitch in London
Transport
The Greater Manchester mayor and his Liverpool City Region counterpart Steve Rotheram were in the capital on to pitch their plans for a new railway line
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Work under way on £38m leisure and wellbeing hub in Caerphilly
Construction
The project is being delivered by Alliance Leisure
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º£½ÇÊÓƵ SMEs owed £112bn in late payments, stifling economic growth and investment opportunities
By City AM
The º£½ÇÊÓƵ's smallest firms are owed an average of £42,000 in overdue invoices, new research has suggested
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Behind the near £1bn ambition to bring a rare job-creating cable factory to the Tyne
Climate Agenda
North East Mayor Kim McGuinness says the proposals are of equal importance to the region as Nissan's investment was in the 1980s
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Thousands of civil service jobs to move to new Manchester 'flagship digital campus'
Commercial Property
Major regeneration scheme being developed on former retail park site
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Ospreys return to controversial Welsh Government owned farm
Economic Development
Ospreys have returned to Gilestone Farm after scuppering ministers’ £4.25m plans, casting a shadow over the future of the site as a long-term decision looms.
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Port of Tyne cable factory plans could create 1,500 jobs
Climate Agenda
Plans have been revealed for a 500-job electricity cable factory in South Shields which could rise to 1,500 jobs in total
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Manchester Airport unveils new look for Terminal 3 in huge multi-million pound project
Economic Development
Plans include 500-seat bar area with airfield views
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Everton Women to make historic Goodison Park their new home following men's team relocation
North West
Men's games will move to the city's new waterfront stadium next season
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Co-op Live boosts º£½ÇÊÓƵ economy by £785.5m in its first year with star-studded events
North West
The 23,500-capacity arena has welcomed over 1.5million fans across 105 events over the past year, including huge gigs from the likes of Liam Gallagher, Sabrina Carpenter, Paul McCartney, Burna Boy and The Eagles, as well as hosting the MTV EMAs
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WalesPlans for first museum of contemporary art in WalesAhead of opening a permanent home in Cardiff the Artistic Museum of Contemporary Art will host a pop-up exhibition of African art at the Temple of Peace.
Housebuilders 'delighted' after approval for thousands of homes and business park near M5
Gloucestershire
More than 110 people objected to the plans for the Elms Park development which will see 4,115 homes built
GloucestershireHousebuilders 'delighted' after approval for thousands of homes and business park near M5More than 110 people objected to the plans for the Elms Park development which will see 4,115 homes built
Council approves 76-storey tallest tower – again
North West
Manchester city council 'reconsulted' neighbours after previous decision
Phosphate challenges still hitting Somerset's small developers as housebuilder suggests 'roof tax'
Housing
The phosphate crisis has been a major issue for developers in the county for several years and has led to significant delays for many major housing schemes
New images of how £15m Bristol cycling hub could look
South West
Scheme will include a 1km competition track
Council seeks developers for new homes with views of Mersey and Everton's stadium
North West
Wirral Council is looking for developers to take over the site of its former office buildings which used to sit on either side of Wallasey Town Hall and have been knocked down
º£½ÇÊÓƵAlliance Manchester Business School is redefining the future of business’This isn’t just a celebration, it’s a reckoning with what business must become. We’re here to challenge assumptions, not commemorate them’
Unforgettable corporate experiences await at The Jockey Club Venues
Grand National
With 15 venues across the º£½ÇÊÓƵ offering a vast array of indoor and outdoor spaces, you can host a business event with confidence
From fintech favourite to financial struggles: Starling Bank faces a tough road ahead
By City AM
Starling, Monzo and Revolut entered the banking scene over a decade ago - but as two continued their charge, one faltered - here's a look at the rise and fall of one of the º£½ÇÊÓƵ's most exciting fintechs
Plans for first museum of contemporary art in Wales
Wales
Ahead of opening a permanent home in Cardiff the Artistic Museum of Contemporary Art will host a pop-up exhibition of African art at the Temple of Peace.
Swansea wifi provider set up with just £750 acquired in a multi-million-pound deal
Deals
Camping Connect has been acquired by leading European wifi and connected solutions firms Passman Group
GloucestershireHousebuilders 'delighted' after approval for thousands of homes and business park near M5More than 110 people objected to the plans for the Elms Park development which will see 4,115 homes built
Healthcare group Scrivens boosts South West presence with latest acquisition
Deals
The business has snapped up a hearing care facility which was formerly occupied by CHIME
From fintech favourite to financial struggles: Starling Bank faces a tough road ahead
By City AM
Starling, Monzo and Revolut entered the banking scene over a decade ago - but as two continued their charge, one faltered - here's a look at the rise and fall of one of the º£½ÇÊÓƵ's most exciting fintechs
Entries open for celebration of West Midlands tourism
West Midlands
Sixth annual awards will recognise excellence across 17 categories including a new one for outstanding contribution
Partner content: Three charity law and governance updates you may have missed
North East
The Newcastle law firm has outlined some key updates from 2024 that charities need to be aware of