Today's Northern Powerhouse business news from Insider |
A business which was established by two friends from a bedroom and converts old videos and tapes into digital format has secured funding from NPIF – Mercia Debt Finance, which is managed by Mercia and is part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF). Read More… |
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News from the Northern Powerhouse | A consortium led by North East Business and Innovation Centre (BIC) has secured an additional £2m from Innovate UK to further encourage Business Angels to bring investment to small and medium companies across the North. Read More… |
A masterplan has been revealed for a major mixed-use development in East Yorkshire including more than 2,000 homes, community and sports facilities, commercial premises and a new relief road. Read More… |
A deal for the land on which the Eden Project North project in Morecambe is set to be built has been agreed. Read More… |
A Hartlepool-headquartered waste management and recycling business has been acquired by the UK subsidiary of one of the largest environmental services providers in Europe. The deal provides a successful exit for BGF. Read More… |
Plans to build hundreds of homes in Bolton as part of a £34m investment, which could help create up to 235 jobs, have been given the go ahead at appeal. Read More… |
The postponement of the Rugby League World Cup 2021 until next year has been confirmed. Read More… |
Urban Splash completed 40,000 sq ft of sales and lettings in its commercial portfolio during Q2. Read More… |
The University of York has signed a 15-year lease of the Guildhall, with the building set to become a hub for business, enterprise and events. Read More… |
Transformational plans for the former Rackhams building in Altrincham have been officially revealed, with the proposals designed as a game-changer for the town. Read More… |
M&S has agreed a deal to take for former Debenhams outlet at White Rose Leeds for a new anchor store. Read More… |
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Powerhouse Perspective | In the latest instalment of Insider's Q&A series on the Northern Powerhouse Claire Mason, general manager at Waterguard Services, outlines what the initiative means to her, the need to support the recovery of the events and hospitality industries, and the importance of retaining skilled workers in the region. Read More… |
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