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Sephora introduces global 'quiet hours' to create calmer shopping environments
Sephora is rolling out quiet hours across its global stores, turning down music and adjusting screens to better accommodate neurodivergent …
Octopus Energy offers customers incentives to reduce power usage during peak evening hours
Over 1.2 million Octopus Energy customers were invited to lower their electricity consumption between 7.30pm and 8.30pm to help stabilise t…
Sephora introduces 'quiet hours' globally to support neurodivergent shoppers
Sephora is rolling out quiet hours across its global stores, involving lower music volumes and adjusted screen lighting to create a calmer …
Weston accountant Neil Criddle opens new headquarters after growing firm to 17 staff
After starting as a one-person operation six years ago, Neil Criddle has opened a 4,000 sq ft headquarters for his accountancy firm in West…
Tesco launches Clubcard access for 16 and 17-year-olds
Tesco has introduced a digital Clubcard for 16 and 17-year-olds, allowing younger shoppers to access loyalty prices and collect points for …
Former trekking guide Gopal Adhikari builds successful restaurant business in Burscough
After moving to the UK from Nepal in 2003, Gopal Adhikari has established two neighbouring restaurants in the village of Burscough. His jou…
County Durham firm Filtronic strengthens global ties with SpaceX partnership
Filtronic, a County Durham-based aerospace specialist, has reported strong growth thanks to its partnership with SpaceX. The firm signed a …
Newcastle clean energy firm GeoPura acquired in £301m deal
Newcastle-based GeoPura has been acquired by Canadian firm Ballard Power Systems in a deal worth up to £301.1m. The company manufactures hy…
Saint Asaph defence workers secure pay rise after threat of industrial action
Staff at the Qioptiq manufacturing site have accepted a new pay deal following a dispute over an initial offer. The agreement includes a ph…
Aldi extends price freeze on baby formula until the end of 2026
Aldi has confirmed that its Mamia First Infant Milk will remain at £6.99 for the remainder of 2026. By maintaining this price, the retailer…
Hot sauce brand Condimaniac to open shop in historic Rochester building
After growing their condiment business from a home kitchen to a warehouse operation, Kier Kemp and Jen Dreier are opening a new retail spac…
HR consultant wins court case using AI legal support to recover unpaid debt
Freelance consultant Tamires Camal Taquidir successfully recovered £7,000 in unpaid fees after using Garfield AI to prepare her case and wi…