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Articles from 8th Sep 2009
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New health drive is launched for Luing
Sep 08 2009 | Farming News
THE Cheviot Hills were used as the venue to launch a new health initiative for Luing cattle. Read
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Bee lovers buzzing about the return of a long-lost native
Sep 08 2009 | Farming News
A BUMBLEBEE which died out in the UK but survived in New Zealand having been shipped there more than 100 years ago looks set to return after experts discovered how to successfully breed the "fussy eater" in captivity. Read
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THE closing date for entries for this year’s North East Business Executive of the Year Awards has now passed. And work is about to get under way on selecting this year’s worthy winners. Chairman of the judges panel, SIR FREDERICK HOLLIDAY, above considers the task ahead.
Sep 08 2009 | Evening Gazette Business News
AUTUMN is a time for taking stock and forward planning. Read
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HAVE you booked your seat at the North East Business Executive of the Year Awards?
Sep 08 2009 | Evening Gazette Business News
The accolades, which are organised by the Evening Gazette and its sister paper, The Journal, in Newcastle, are awarded on November 19 at the Newcastle Marriott Hotel, Gosforth Park. Read
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POLITICS OFTRADE
Sep 08 2009 | Archive
COSYING up to the Libyans could open the door on the lucrative oil-rich state for many Teesside supply firms. Read
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Primark boosts AB Foods
Sep 08 2009 | Archive
PRIMARK owner Associated British Foods says it is on track for higher second-half earnings after better weather boosted sales at the fashion chain. Read
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Mal joins top Borodesigners
Sep 08 2009 | Archive
THE architectural and cultural design practice responsible for Middlesbrough’s new Boho One development has expanded its team. Read
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EVERY WEDNESDAY: AWC Insurance Business Referral Organisation networking meeting, O’Grady’s Hotel, Redcar, 6.45am. Cost: Free. Contact: 01642 492776
Sep 08 2009 | Archive
EVERY FRIDAY: BNI Endeavour networking meeting, The Sporting Lodge, Middlesbrough, 6.45-8.30am. Cost: £10. Contact: rrushby@alpha-systems.co.uk Read
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The time after the end of a lease on commercial premises is an important one for both tenant and landlord, says Adam Wood of BHP Law, pictured.
Sep 08 2009 | Archive
AFTER the term of a lease has expired, it is not unusual for a commercial tenant to remain in occupation while a new lease is being formalised. Read
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Best to be prepared
Sep 08 2009 | Archive
Employer beware are the watchwords for Tony Weightman, left, of Weightman Associates, joint organisers of the highly successful annual mock employment tribunal taking place in November Read
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North in position to lead new revolution
Sep 08 2009 | Comment
ON Thursday more than 400 of the region's business leaders met at the Hilton Gateshead for CBI North East's Annual Dinner which was sponsored by Northumbria University and One North East. Read
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Tuesday evening market close
Sep 08 2009 | National Business News
THE London market reached another high for the year today as rising gold prices boosted miners and more merger news added to positive sentiment. Read
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Tuesday afternoon market update
Sep 08 2009 | National Business News
A RISE in gold prices above 1,000 dollars an ounce ensured mining stocks drove London’s FTSE 100 Index to a new high for the year today. Read
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Tuesday morning market opening
Sep 08 2009 | National Business News
THE London market extended its strong run today as the FTSE 100 Index moved within sight of the 5000 barrier. Read
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Hiring is looking positive
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
NORTH-EAST employers are reporting their most positive hiring prospects for six months, a report today has revealed. Read
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StadiumGroup contracts win
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
HARTLEPOOL-BASED Stadium Group has announced investment and expansion plans after landing two large contracts at its Teesside headquarters. Read
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Scheme hatches a fine crop
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
A BUSINESS success story will be unveiled during an open day being organised by Teesside University's Institute of Digital Innovation on Thursday. Read
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Merger plan revealed
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
MOBILE phone giants Orange - a major Tees Valley employer - and T-Mobile owner Deutsche Telekom have agreed to merge their UK businesses, it was announced today. Read
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Course to help region retain its young talent
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
AN INNOVATIVE programme has been launched at Newcastle Business School which aims to help retain in the North East talented individuals who have lost or face losing their jobs as a result of the economic downturn. Read
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Primark boosts AB Foods
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
PRIMARK owner Associated British Foods says it is on track for higher second-half earnings after better weather boosted sales at the fashion chain. Read
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Rock plunges back into mortgage fray
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
NORTHERN Rock unveiled new cut-price mortgage deals yesterday. The North East-based lender is offering a two-year tracker deal with a headline rate of just 3.29%. Read
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Accountancy firm is keen to expand
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
A MANAGEMENT accountancy firm is looking to triple the size of its operation following a hugely successful first two years in business. Read
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New contracts could mark downturn end
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
ELECTRONICS and plastics maker Stadium Group expects to begin rebuilding its North East workforce and improve on sales after landing two large contracts at its Hartlepool headquarters. Read
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Costa Coffee perks up Whitbread
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
LEISURE group Whitbread says its annual results will be at the top end of forecasts after an outstanding performance at its Costa Coffee chain. Read
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Kraft aims to sweeten up Cadbury for takeover
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
DAIRY Milk maker Cadbury looks set for a takeover tussle with US food giant Kraft after it rejected a surprise £10.2bn approach. Read
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Emmersons Solicitors expand with new city office
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
A HUSBAND and wife who have run a Sunderland law firm for more than a decade have just opened their first office in Newcastle. Read
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Uncovering clues to growth
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
GOOD old-fashioned detective work is paying dividends for one of the newest tenants at The Wilton Centre. Read
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Let the good times roll again
Sep 08 2009 | Business News
THE ISSUE: Read
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Border, Week ending August 28
Sep 08 2009 | Marts Prices
Border Livestock Exchange sold 86 Prime Cattle including 34 Cows, 3,694 Prime Lambs, 1,170 Breeding Sheep and 1,920 Store Lambs: Prime lamb all maintained satisfactory levels owing to the highest quality offered. Read
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Sarah and Lee have a passion for new places
Sep 08 2009 | Small Business
A NEWCASTLE couple who set up a business to help families to find new and exciting places to go in the North East are fast winning support for the idea. Read
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Debbie delivers a private practice
Sep 08 2009 | Small Business
A PHYSIOTHERAPIST gave birth not only to her new son but to a new business idea while she was on maternity leave. Read
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Norstead on the march
Sep 08 2009 | Metnor
BUILDING and property company Metnor, which recently delisted from the stock market, has unveiled ambitious plans for growth focusing on its building services division Norstead. Read
