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Margate escape room The Escapement saved from closure by new owners
The Escapement in Cliftonville was set to close after its building was put up for sale, ending nearly a decade of operation. New owners hav…
UK businesses gain full access to £13 trillion CPTPP trading bloc
Following Canada's ratification, UK businesses now have full access to all 11 member countries of the CPTPP trading bloc. This agreement re…
Aquis IPO Academy launches with half its inaugural cohort led by female founders
The Aquis IPO Academy has launched its first programme with 25 UK growth companies, half of which are founded by women. This initiative aim…
Herefordshire farmers use vending machines to sell fresh produce in rural areas
A family of farmers in Herefordshire has begun using vending machines to sell their own milk and local food products directly to the public…
Avanti West Coast train drivers agree 3.6% pay rise to avoid strike action
Avanti West Coast and the Aslef union have reached a pay agreement, securing a 3.6% increase for drivers and resolving the threat of indust…
Minister Kate Dearden launches new scheme to protect homeowners from rogue builders
Consumer protection minister Kate Dearden is introducing a government-backed scheme this September to help residents identify reliable trad…
Castings Technology installs large-scale furnace at new £18m Sheffield facility
Castings Technology has installed a new vacuum arc remelting furnace at its 196,000 sq ft Sheffield site, marking a shift in its manufactur…
JCT600 opens new Volkswagen and Škoda dealerships in Doncaster creating 50 jobs
JCT600 has opened two new dealerships on Wheatley Hall Road in Doncaster, marking the latest expansion for the family-owned business during…
British Business Bank provides £9.4bn in finance to smaller businesses
The British Business Bank has delivered a record £9.4bn in finance to smaller businesses across the UK over the past year, resulting in a £…
Yorkshire Dales family firm Glencroft wins Rural Business of the Year award
Based in a converted barn in Clapham, Glencroft has been named the Yorkshire Post Rural Business of the Year 2025. The family-run company, …
Cairngorm Mountain turnover reaches £6m following funicular return and strong winter season
Cairngorm Mountain has reported a rise in annual turnover to nearly £6m, bolstered by a successful winter sports season and the return of i…
Young workers are turning to traditional crafts as an alternative to digital careers
As automation disrupts entry-level white-collar roles, a growing number of young people are pursuing heritage trades like bookbinding and m…