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North of Tyne £18m low carbon investment fund launches

Small and medium sized businesses, public sector organisations, and community groups developing low carbon projects across Newcastle, Northumberland, and North Tyneside can now access up to £2m of investment per project through the North of Tyne Combined Authority’s Green New Deal Fund.

Accenture to create North East roles in 3000-job UK expansion

Banks Group takes first ten recruits onto new graduate training programme

Tech pioneers look to disrupt through big data

Two of the entrepreneurial minds from Compare the Market are looking to cause further industry disruption, after engaging with a popular business support programme.

Contractor appointed for Sunderland railway station

One of Europe’s largest construction companies has been appointed to build the new southern entrance of Sunderland’s train station, as transformational plans for the transport hub move ahead. 

GB Bank appoints Mike Says as chief financial officer and executive director

New ‘Champion of the North’ GB Bank, focused on lending to underserved regions of the UK, has announced another new appointment of Mike Says as Chief Financial Officer.

Nissan launches £13.2 billion global electric vehicle venture – to build on £1 billion Wearside EV36Zero work

Founding trustees step down after 30 years of outstanding service

Environment and regeneration charity, Groundwork South & North Tyneside, has said farewell to two trustees, who were appointed on its formation exactly 30 years ago.

Business park steps in to rescue the restoration of a rare piece of local history

A Tees Valley business park is to play a significant role in bringing a piece of local history back to life.

Kitwave Group eyes further growth as profits rise ‘significantly ahead of expectations’

Placefirst to create ‘multi-generational community’ in £11 million Esh Winning scheme

Plans to create an £11 million, 89-home development have been approved. Placefirst has seen proposals to transform a derelict two-hectare brownfield site in Esh Winning backed by Durham County Council.

Plans for restoration of former durham miners’ hall get green light

Durham County Council has backed the proposals to secure the future of the hall. Known as Redhills, the hall opened in 1915 as the purpose-built headquarters of the Durham Miners Association (DMA).

Newcastle students among 33 offered early careers opportunities with Siemens

Siemens has continued its drive to increase the number of women in engineering with a recruitment event to spot the STEM talent of the future.

Essential skills training has potential to boost the region’s employability

Karbon Homes’ essential skills training in North Durham is proving its worth in helping job seekers secure employment.

Seaburn heritage building plans take next step forward

A heritage landmark in Sunderland has taken a step towards a bright new future, with a listed building application submitted to seek approval on plans that will breathe new life into it.