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July 13, 2020

Technology

North of England receives less than half the life sciences investment made in South

New analysis by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) reveals a stark North/South divide in life sciences investment. Overall, the North of England receives £4 billion less per year in health research and development than the South, equivalent to…

July 8, 2022

Arts & Culture

Culture: A local’s tour of Tynemouth

Tynemouth is a short drive from Newcastle city-centre and is the perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle for a quieter retreat. The seaside town is home to an eclectic mix of small-batch artisan roasteries and cafes, quirky…

May 10, 2021

Business & Economy

University’s £1.6million digital revolution to create the tech freelancers of tomorrow

In a year where the world has operated almost entirely online, the University of Sunderland has launched a new scheme to support the next generation of digital entrepreneurs. The University’s Digital Incubator has officially launched and is already playing a…

June 22, 2018

Business & Economy

Great Exhibition of the North 2018 set to open today in spectacular style

Great Exhibition of the North’s full programme – including trails, venues, exhibits and installations across NewcastleGateshead – will officially open today (Friday 22 June). At 1pm, the start of the free, once-in-a-lifetime Exhibition will be marked with a burst of…

March 3, 2024

Arts & Culture

The live music app keeping the North East in tune

GIGCO, a free live music app, transforms the North East music scene, connecting artists, venues, and fans. Founder Ben Kindlan and chief executive Matt Grey speak to Kate Hewison to discuss its inception, evolution, and vision for the future.

November 2, 2023

Feature

Feature: Taking a hands-on approach

When Antonia Philp qualified as a nurse 15 years ago, she quickly developed a terrible skin condition, the consequence of repeated hand washing during relentless shifts on her first children’s ward. Devastated when she was forced to take…

September 7, 2020

Business & Economy

Paraplanning Hub increases workforce as it plots brighter future

A national financial planning firm has increased its workforce as business booms following a rebrand. Paraplanning Hub has recruited four new members of staff since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. The business is the brainchild of former independent financial advisor…

June 19, 2023

Business & Economy

UNW announces charity partnership with Bright Red

Independent chartered accountancy and business advisory firm UNW has announced Bright Red as its charity of the year.