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Barclays to open new branches and bring back traditional bank managers
Barclays has announced plans to expand its physical branch network and restore the role of the local bank manager to high streets across th…
EasyJet expands Newcastle Airport base with three new winter routes
Holidaymakers in the North East will have more travel options this winter as easyJet adds direct flights from Newcastle to Fuerteventura, K…
Number of UK food halls grows by 31% in a year
The UK's hospitality scene is seeing a vibrant boost as the number of food halls has jumped from 114 to 149 in just twelve months. These so…
Family-run roulette wheel manufacturer expands with new factory in Ashford
Cammegh, a world-leading family business based in Kent, is making great progress on its new purpose-built factory. The move will allow the …
Newcastle brothers launch innovative immersive cinema in Heaton
Entrepreneurs Joe and Ollie Brack have transformed a former dance hall in Heaton into Eatflix, a state-of-the-art 5D cinema. The unique ven…
Hundreds of gamers queue for opening of new independent shop in Sittingbourne
A new gaming and anime destination called Tokyo Toys has seen huge crowds for its grand opening in Kent, with some fans arriving as early a…
New sauna and wellness club to open in Liverpool city centre
A new wellness destination called Attis Bathing Club is set to open in Liverpool this summer, offering residents a dedicated space for saun…
Southport businesses see boost following £6m pedestrianisation project
Local shop owners in Southport are praising a new multi-million pound regeneration project that has transformed Market Street into a bright…
Young Welsh couple open seaside restaurant following success of popular chip shop
Josh Gray and Rhianwen Lane have fulfilled their dream of opening a restaurant overlooking the sea at Saundersfoot Harbour. The move follow…
New electric vehicle hub and training centre planned for Bridgend
A vacant industrial site in Bridgend is set to be transformed into a centre of excellence for electric vehicles. The project will create a …
Young entrepreneurs launch free networking events to support North East high streets
Two young business owners have created a new networking hub to provide free, inclusive support for local firms across Tyneside and County D…
County Durham restaurant reopens following £400,000 refurbishment
The Curious Grouse at Heather View Holiday Park in Stanhope has undergone a major transformation, featuring a brand new riverside beer gard…