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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…

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…

July 21, 2023

Business & Economy

ramarketing announces North American expansion

International life sciences marketing agency ramarketing is opening a new office in Canada.

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…

April 8, 2020

Arts & Culture

MOTs extended by six months for motorists across the UK

In order to prevent further spread of the coronavirus, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has today (April 8) extended MOT expiry dates due on or after March 30 by six months. The extension has been brought about both…

June 24, 2019

Business & Economy

Leading events venue builds on success with expansion

One of Newcastle’s most historic buildings, which has more recently become an events destination, is planning to expand its offering further on the back of significant demand. The Secret Tower, which opened in late 2016, has seen huge levels of…