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July 5, 2024

Ideas & Observations

General Election 2024: ‘Labour has no excuses – it must deliver for the North East’

Labour must create “a stronger, fairer North East” following its landslide election victory, regional business bosses have urged. Leaders have called on Sir Keir Starmer’s party to act decisively to “move the region forward and support…

April 26, 2024

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Cybercrime set to surge in 2024 – how you can protect yourself and your business

Just as you would insure your home, car or electronics, it’s important to protect your digital assets with robust cybersecurity measures. Cybercrime costs the UK economy millions of pounds each year, and as technology advances, so too do…

December 19, 2019

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Find out what’s happening in the business community and local economy of the North East of England, with stories covering the built environment, lifestyle, industrial, professional services, skills and technology.

February 11, 2019

Business & Economy

Embrace digital transformation or risk going out of business says NBS

In a recent report from NBS mapping the use of digital technologies across the construction industry, 70% agreed that those who do not adopt digital ways of working risk going out of business. Over 500 people responded to the first…

March 20, 2020

Business & Economy

RTC North launches STEM initiative to support children out of school

In light of imminent school closures across the region, the STEM team at RTC North have developed an innovative way of keeping children entertained to support their development. Experiment cards are available to download here that pupils can tap,…

February 11, 2021

Business & Economy

Redu Group launches Reward Me Now to encourage healthier workforces

A retail rewards specialist has launched a new scheme to help UK employers encourage their workforces to lead healthier lifestyles. Reward Me Now, already in use with large employers such as Eddie Stobart and Hays Travel, has unveiled…

August 17, 2018

Technology

New broadband technology to be rolled out in Newcastle

A new ultrafast broadband solution – which offers one of the fastest connections available in the UK – is being rolled out in Newcastle upon Tyne by North East-based business communications and systems specialist Cellular Solutions. G.fast Broadband is part…

January 5, 2016

Business & Economy

NECC adds power to North East voice

Chamber announces priorities for change with its Manifesto 2016 The North East Chamber of Commerce (NECC) is preparing to power ahead as the region’s business voice, with the launch of its Manifesto 2016. The region’s largest business membership organisation has devised…