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2010
Articles from 27th Jul 2010
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Dairy hopes bull won't be frazzled
Jul 27 2010 | Farming News
A PEDIGREE Aberdeen Angus bull, who was partly chosen because of the twinkle in his eye, was a little overawed when he was introduced to his new herd. Read
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Farmers now working together to benefit all
Jul 27 2010 | Farming News
AN organisation set up in Cumbria to help farmers improve their profits and knowledge has spread into Yorkshire. Read
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Creativity needs care
Jul 27 2010 | Comment
THE UK has the largest creative sector in Europe, one of the world’s largest music industries and one of its most advanced digital TV and radio markets. Read
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Halfords' sales dip
Jul 27 2010 | National Business News
Car parts and cycle retailer Halfords today said headwinds ranging from the World Cup to political uncertainty had dented sales progress. Read
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BP boss to go
Jul 27 2010 | National Business News
BP chief executive Tony Hayward is to step down on October 1, the firm said today. Read
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Business brisk as retailing interest rises
Jul 27 2010 | News
DESPITE the challenging conditions impacting retail businesses across the UK, people are still interested in acquiring new ventures, according to property agent and advisor Christie + Co. Read
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Units available to let in Stockton's Cultural Quarter
Jul 27 2010 | News
NEW fully refurbished leisure and retail units in Stockton's Cultural Quarter are now available to let following almost £2m of investment by property developer, Jomast. Read
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Former Northern Rock finance chief fined by watchdog
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
A FORMER Northern Rock finance chief has been handed a six-figure fine for his part in the manipulation of mortgage arrears figures. Read
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Apprenticeships scheme will leave a lasting legacy
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
A £2.1m scheme is aiming to provide vital support to local apprentices affected by the downturn. But are Teesside companies prepared to buy into it? Read
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Business leaders' verdict in identity debate
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
WE are Teesside - that's the verdict of local business leaders when it comes to the region's identity. Read
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Reckitt Benckiser meets targets despite problems
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
CILLIT Bang-to-Dettol firm Reckitt Benckiser has stuck by its growth targets despite pressure on its Vanish fabric care division in Europe. Read
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Jobs under threat at bookmakers William Hill
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
UP to 350 jobs are under threat at William Hill after the bookmaker announced plans to move its telephone business offshore and review some loss-making betting shops. Read
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BP chief Hayward set to be offered Russian role
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
OUTGOING BP boss Tony Hayward will be offered a board role within the group's Russian joint venture when he stands down, it was reported last night. Read
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Funds boost for Northumberland food firm's plans
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
A FOOD delivery firm is aiming to double turnover after receiving a cash boost from a multimillion-pound funding pot. Read
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Gateshead firm Pyeroy starts Tower Bridge paint job
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
INDUSTRIAL services firm Pyeroy is continuing work on the repainting of Tower Bridge ahead of the 2012 London Olympics. Read
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BEL Valves cuts jobs after £15m hit from downturn
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
THE global recession caused turnover at Newcastle engineering firm BEL Valves to fall by £15m, leading to the loss of more than 100 jobs - although the company says the market is now showing signs of improvement. Read
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Chester-le-Street firm launches new division
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
AFTER achieving revenues of £14m in its first year, repair group 0800 is now aiming to hit the £25m mark within five years with the added boost from the launch of a new division. Read
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Sanofi-Aventis Alnwick site sale may fund US bid
Jul 27 2010 | Business News
FRENCH drugs giant Sanofi-Aventis looks set to use some of the proceeds from the sale of its Northumberland plant to support a bid for an American drugs firm. Read
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Carlisle, July 23
Jul 27 2010 | Marts Prices
THERE was an entry of 242 cows/heifers in the monthly beef breeding cattle sale. Read
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Small business to have a big say in new groups
Jul 27 2010 | Small Business
THE newly-created local enterprise partnerships, which will replace regional development agencies like One North East, are set to give small firms a central role in policy decisions. Read
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Bringing East to the North
Jul 27 2010 | Small Business
AN ACUPUNCTURIST who has been working in Thailand has returned to her North East roots to bring the healthcare system to Northumberland. Read
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Lift firm MediTek gambling on USA success
Jul 27 2010 | Go Global
COUNTY Durham stairlift manufacturer MediTek expects to post turnover of £5m this year after launching into the US market in May. Read
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Women take senior positions at North Eastern Tyre and Exhausts
Jul 27 2010 | Reputation Matters
THE world of car tyres, exhausts and servicing is normally perceived as a male preserve but with almost 50% of its customers women one North East company is aiming to change that perception. Read
