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Wednesday 11 August 2021

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Strong start for Yourgene

Manchester-headquartered molecular diagnostics group Yourgene has started its new financial year strongly as it looks to move on from the "many operational and financial challenges" brought about by the pandemic.
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Business Matters: Open for business - Notes for international businesses in a changing world

Peter Walshe, North West manager at AFEX, says the past 18 months have challenged us on every level. We've seen untold tragedy and suffering, and at the same time, celebrated remarkable global cooperation in biotech and science. We've turned to digital platforms for shopping, financial services, work and communication. While rolling lockdowns disrupted the normal course of things, ingenuity and innovation have sent up green shoots.
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Manchester buy for international firm

A Manchester-based content and media-buying agency that specialises in content-driven campaigns for outdoor and cycling brands has been acquired by an international counterpart.
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FW Capital investments provide £134m boost

FW Capital has made 138 investments over the past year, boosting the Northern economy by £134m, according to newly released figures.
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Restore moves for IT equipment recycling specialist

Listed group Restore has expanded with the acquisition of an IT recycling and asset disposition business with operations across the UK.
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Seventh heaven as Perspective brings Avon into the fold

Financial planning and wealth management firm Perspective Financial Group has completed the acquisition of Avon Financial Advisers in its seventh deal of 2021.
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TestEquity makes St Asaph acquisition

A St Asaph-based provider of test and measurement services has been acquired by the TestEquity in the US.
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ITV backs household bills firm

An online service designed to save UK households time and money by getting a fairer price for bills from their current supplier has secured an investment from ITV.
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Business Matters: Marketing for manufacturers – thought leadership is not only for the market leaders

In a manufacturing landscape where the battle for differentiation is more competitive than ever, Alex Cairns explains how even SME challenger brands can use thought leadership to unlock the true potential of their B2B marketing efforts.
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Business

Liverpool testing firm eyes post-pandemic longevity and growth

A Liverpool-based coronavirus testing and preventative specialist has marked expanding into new territories as one of its immediate targets, a senior figure at the company has told Insider, as is the longevity of the company after the pandemic.
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Thriving tech firms invited to enter awards

Thriving tech companies in the North of England and Scotland have been invited to enter the 2021 Northern Tech Awards.
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Senior sports adviser in at PwC

PwC has appointed a new senior adviser to its sports business advisory team.
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ABP makes £4m Port of Garston investment

Associated British Ports (ABP) has invested a further £4m in the Port of Garston.
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Business Matters: The art of the 'Elevator Pitch'

An elevator pitch is a great way to summarise – impactfully – your business and idea to an angel or equity investor. But what is the formula for a successful one? Mark Gibbons, senior access to finance specialist at Access to Finance Lancashire, offers his advice.
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Property

Everton FC break ground on £500m Bramley-Moore Dock stadium

Everton FC have broken ground on the construction of their £500m stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.
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Speaker confirmed for Liverpool City Region Property Dinner

Entrepreneur Jeremy Rainbird has been confirmed as the speaker at Insider's upcoming Liverpool City Region Property Dinner.
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Bruntwood Works unveils Marsland revamp

Bruntwood Works has revealed the transformation of its refurbished Marsland building in Sale.
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‘Significant milestone’ for Foundry Lane development

Plans for the first phase of the £50m Foundry Lane development have been submitted, representing a "significant milestone" for the project.
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Spate of acquisitions for CST

Clearbell UK Strategic Trust (CST) has expanded with the acquisition of four prominent assets.
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Senior hire at Lichfields

Manchester-based planning and development consultancy Lichfields has made a senior appointment.
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Ask the expert: How can my commercial property generate tax savings for me?

Leslie Maloney, tax specialist at Access2Funding, explains how your commercial property can generate tax savings for you.
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Manufacturing

Bensons for Beds in ‘strong place’ for growth

Bensons for Beds believes it is in a "strong place" to continue its transformation plans as sales bounced back following the easing of lockdown restrictions.
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HR director in at Kellogg’s

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New chair at Medicash

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