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September 27, 2019

Business & Economy

Consett work extends Newcastle Building Society’s branch upgrade programme

A mutual is further rolling out a multi-million-pound branch investment programme with the upgrade of a County Durham base. Newcastle Building Society is renovating a site on Consett’s Middle Street. Bosses say work on the 1,076 sq ft space will deliver…

January 8, 2021

Business & Economy

A mission to do things differently

A desire to do things differently was the driving force behind Sam Piplica’s decision to become his own boss. Chartered Surveyor Sam launched his business, Sam Piplica Surveying Limited at the North East Business and Innovation Centre (BIC), with a…

October 25, 2017

Business & Economy

Respected innovators announced for VentureFest North East

A host of highly respected innovators are heading to the region to inspire businesses at this year’s VentureFest North East to think big and aim high Organisers of the region’s innovation conference today announced their keynote speakers ahead of the event, which is…

August 13, 2019

Business & Economy

Law firm Ward Hadaway supports £175 million South Seaham Garden Village project

A Newcastle-based law firm has supported a £175 million County Durham residential and leisure scheme. Planning lawyers from Ward Hadaway’s built environment team successfully defended a judicial review claim in respect of planning permission for the South Seaham Garden Village…

March 9, 2020

Business & Economy

Growth Partner invests £5 million into Connection Retail

Yorkshire-based investment firm Growth Partner has completed a £5 million investment into North East floor coverings specialist, Connection Retail, which operates through Flooring Superstore, Direct Wood Flooring and Grass Direct brands. Having recently opened an office in Newcastle, Growth Partner…

April 23, 2021

Technology

New e-sports programme launched at Newcastle College

A new e-sports study programme will launch in the North East this September. Newcastle United Foundation is teaming up with Newcastle College on a one and two-year BTEC qualification for aspiring e-sports competitors looking to level up their skills. E-sports is…

July 24, 2019

Business & Economy

Northumberland Retail Park takes major step forward

Northumberland Estates has announced a new deal with two major retailers that will see Northumberland Retail Park in North Tyneside take a major step forward this summer. Over the past 12 months, Northumberland Estates has made significant progress on the…

July 16, 2024

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Muckle LLP: Burning the candle at both ends

What is burnout? Picture this: you’re feeling exhausted at work, you feel that you lack purpose and achievement, and you can’t help but feel cynical about your work in general. What you’re experiencing is burnout. Jason Wainwright, Muckle…