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April 27, 2020

Technology

British office workers surveyed on how they’re adjusting to the ‘new normal’

The first large-scale survey of the working habits of British office workers was published last week (April 23), marking one month since the UK’s nationwide lockdown was brought into effect. The research, which surveyed more than 3000 people, found that…

March 31, 2020

Technology

Northumbria University professor develops breath-collecting device that could change coronavirus diagnosis

An innovative breath-collecting device developed by academics at Northumbria University could revolutionise the way we diagnose diseases, including COVID-19. Northumbria University has secured regional support and funding for the next stage of product and business development of the technology, which…

September 11, 2023

Business & Economy

Financial support with a personal touch

In a world of continuing financial uncertainty, having access to assured support is crucial. And one firm providing such is wealth manager Raymond James. Having recently expanded into the area with a new office, Raymond James, Monument is…

April 5, 2022

Business & Economy

Natasha Boulding: Building a new future

Colin Young meets Natasha Boulding of Low Carbon Materials, the entrepreneur who is helping transform the way we build.

September 7, 2022

Promoted

Plan now to protect the future

With the Bank of England’s recession warning adding further economic tremors to a landscape already shaken by the cost of living crisis, it is more important than ever for companies to plan robustly. Here, Trevor Clark, Chartered financial planner…

October 8, 2021

Business & Economy

A rewarding career with a degree apprenticeship

Watching her dad build a playhouse in the garden of the family home at age three, armed with a handful of plastic tools ready to join in – Rebecca Henry knew even back then that creating something useful for…

March 21, 2023

Business & Economy

Budget’s ‘game-changing investment zones mark major boost for North East’

The Chancellor’s first task in November was to bring financial stability to the market; his Budget now targets growth, writes Kevan Carrick, of JK Property Consultants LLP.

April 30, 2020

Business & Economy

My Property Box boss salutes NHS heroes with free drinks offer

A lettings agency founder provided free refreshments to NHS staff to acknowledge their selfless efforts during the coronavirus pandemic. Ben Quaintrell, managing director of My Property Box, served teas and barista-style coffees to workers at Darlington Memorial Hospital. Ben hit upon…