Today's North West business news from Insider |
Business Matters: Succession planning – family businesses | James Beresford, partner at BLM, says as we move in to 2022 many family business owners still having to spend their time working in their business rather than on their business; this is understandable given the current economic situation. However, planning for the future and succession planning are crucial for family business to thrive. Read More |
| | Business Matter: Funding is the key to growth | Jenny Roberts, from Growth Lending, says the economic turbulence of the past 18 months has created a unique environment for UK SMEs. For some, it has been a challenging time, with management teams needing to adapt quickly and pivot to new services and markets. For others, the pandemic presented an opportunity for growth, enabling firms to expand significantly, amass new clients and even execute ambitious acquisition strategies. Read More |
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Royal London office officially opened | A new office of mutual insurer Royal London has been officially opened in Alderley Park in Cheshire by Chancellor Rishi Sunak. Royal London has also offered to enter into exclusive discussions with LV= on a mutual merger. Read More |
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Roundtable: Development Funding | There should be a steady stream of lenders and investors looking to fund construction and development of new projects in the region but it is, at best, a trickle. Insider gathered local authorities and property professionals for a roundtable debate on development funding and what needs to happen next to unlock the North West's potential. Read More |
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