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Nationally, the internet is thought to contribute approximately 400,000 jobs, 80,000 businesses and £45 billion in GVA to the UK’s overall GDP. These figures equate to about 1.2 per cent of UK jobs, 3.1 per cent of businesses and 2.3…

Newcastle-headquartered global marine insurer North P&I Club is adding to its legacy with support for the next generation of industry workers. Newcastle-based North P&I Club may trace its origins back to 1860, but the global shipping and marine insurer is very much focused…

Barry Speker OBE DL joined the likes of Michael Caine, Winston Churchill and Lord Nelson in having the Freedom bestowed. He received the Freedom in a ceremony at the Chamberlain’s Court in London’s Guildhall. A prominent medico-legal expert lawyer and…

A North East recruitment specialist has pledged a significant cash donation to a new private sector-led initiative aimed at rebuilding the regional economy following the COVID-19 pandemic. Jackson Hogg Ltd is now supporting the not-for-profit Open North Foundation with funds…

Fairstone, one of the UK’s fastest growing Chartered Financial Planning firms, announces the appointment of Chris Rigg as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Chris takes up the role with immediate effect and will also join the Fairstone Group board of…

An international engineering, architecture and consultancy company has completed the acquisition of new office space at Quorum Park, despite the challenges presented by Covid-19. Ramboll, which employs 16,500 people globally, is relocating its 30-strong Newcastle team from the city centre…

Once famous for coal, the port is now a leading offshore energy base in the North East and has this week opened the doors to a £2m training centre designed to prepare the UK port services, offshore and renewable…

Northumberland-based hospitality group, The Doxford Group announces official opening date for new hotel, bar and restaurant, The Tempus at Charlton Hall Estate near Alnwick. The group’s latest venture will open its doors to visitors, locals and residents from May 6,…