Nov
2011
Articles from 8th Nov 2011
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Farming is UK's most high-risk profession
Nov 08 2011 | Farming News
FARMING remains the most dangerous occupation in the UK, with 34 deaths as a result of accidents at work, the latest annual Heath & Safety Executive (HSE) figures show. Read
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High feed prices push up cost of pig meat production
Nov 08 2011 | Farming News
HIGH feed prices have helped to push up the cost of pig meat production in Britain. Read
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Darlington care group looks after its Heritage
Nov 08 2011 | Archive
A DARLINGTON company that offers care services to allow people to continue to live in their own homes has moved into larger premises in the town. Read
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Middlesbrough wins recognition for green efforts
Nov 08 2011 | Archive
MIDDLESBROUGH has won recognition for its efforts to improve the environment, tackle climate change and make the world a greener and healthier place. Jez Davison reports. Read
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Which Teesside companies got a share of £25m bonus?
Nov 08 2011 | Archive
TEESSIDE'S manufacturers received a shot in the arm last week in the form of a £25m Government cash injection. Jez Davison reports. Read
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Firms plan to see fall in production
Nov 08 2011 | Comment
AS discussions of the Eurozone crisis dominate economic discussions, it is clear that closer to home the economic uncertainty is impacting manufacturers. Read
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Higher costs hit M&S profits
Nov 08 2011 | National Business News
Marks & Spencer revealed a hit to profits today after it opted not to pass on the full extent of rising costs to cash-strapped shoppers. Read
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Lloyds Banking Group reveals profits dip
Nov 08 2011 | National Business News
Taxpayer-backed Lloyds Banking Group revealed a dip in third- quarter profits today and warned it is in danger of missing its medium-term targets. Read
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Redcar ASDA Store opens ater revamp
Nov 08 2011 | News
A NEW Asda Supermarket in Redcar has opened its doors following a £500,000 conversion from a Netto store. Read
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Falcon PCB Group plans on track after takeover
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
A HARTLEPOOL business is planning further expansion after it acquired a former electronics company. Read
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Teesside businesses urged to get involved with LBA
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
DRAGON'S Den star Deborah Meaden has made a rallying call to businesses as the November 14 deadline nears for entries to the Gazette's Local Business Accelerators initiative. Read
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New staff bolster 3D design company Animmersion
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
BOHO One visualisation company Animmersion has added to its workforce as it continues to attract interest with its graphics and virtual reality skills. Read
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Retail parade plans for Quorum Business Park
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
A NORTH East business park has unveiled plans for a new 10,000 sq ft retail scheme, to be built and opened next year. Read
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Ministers should give North East a fair deal on transport funding
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
THE regional economy will have "one hand tied behind its back" unless ministers provide a fair deal over transport funding, a business group has warned. Read
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Youth employment crisis is gripping the North East
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
A YOUTH employment crisis is gripping the North East as the region struggles to find work for young adults, new figures show. Read
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Government fund could help North East projects
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
A SMALL number of infrastructure projects in the region could receive a boost from a fund which could put £20m in the pockets of North East Local Enterprise Partnerships. Read
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Ryanair profits take off but passenger numbers to fall
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
LOW-COST airline Ryanair announced a jump in profits but said passenger numbers will fall 10% this month as it grounds more planes this winter. Read
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Premier Foods given space to get finances in order
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
THE troubled company behind Mr Kipling and Branston pickle has said it has been given extra breathing space by its banks to get its finances in order. Read
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Taylor Wimpey on track to deliver
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
HOUSEBUILDER Taylor Wimpey yesterday said housing market conditions have remained robust despite the continued drought in mortgage lending. Read
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Carphone Warehouse venture leaves 1,000 staff vulnerable
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
MORE than 1,000 jobs are in jeopardy after a push by Carphone Warehouse and America's Best Buy to crack the UK electronics market ended in failure. Read
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Go-Ahead to welcome Nick Horler on to board
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
TRANSPORT company Go-Ahead has said it will appoint Nick Horler as a non-executive director from next week. Read
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Deloitte concedes that reforms are necessary
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
BUSINESS advisory firm Deloitte is warning that financial services firms are likely to be less able to plan for the long term due to changes in regulations. Read
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Plight of film industry's funding in spotlight at Teesside University
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
PANELISTS from organisations such as Film4 and the British Film Institute are to take part in a discussion on how film-makers will be affected by major changes in funding for the industry. Read
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Premier Meats in the running for prestigious award
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
A FAST-growing North East butcher is in the running for a prestigious industry award. Read
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Investment supports growth plan for North East businesses
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
MORE than 130 North East jobs will be created by an investment package worth more than £17m. Read
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Search is on for nebusiness awards 2012 export star
Nov 08 2011 | Business News
THE search is on for the nebusiness awards 2012 overseas stars. Export remains key to the North-east economy. And the awards aim to recognise those firms doing business right around the world. Last year’s Teesside export star was Exwold Technology or Hartlepool.Taking the overall North-east and Tyneside and Northumberland crowns was Kilfrost of Newcastle.And Durham and Wearside’s winners was Perry Process Equipment of Newton Aycliffe.The judges will be looking for firms to show the level of exports in relation to the size of the company. The barriers they have overcome and how the business has developed into new markets will also be key. Read
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Longtown Mart: November 1
Nov 08 2011 | Marts Prices
There were 8,874 Store Lambs (including 2,343 Hill Cheviots) forward. Read
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Bespoke Radio nets goal after competition win
Nov 08 2011 | Small Business
A SMALL firm creating sports commentaries and radio shows for customers has won a weekly Twitter-based competition run by Dragons’ Den star Theo Paphitis. Read
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Prepare for the worst
Nov 08 2011 | Small Business
OWNERS of businesses tend to lead busy lives, and thinking about legal and financial protection for the future is often sidelined – not just for the business but also for personal affairs. Read
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Groups lobby to drive ailing UK economy ahead
Nov 08 2011 | Small Business
GROUPS representing small businesses have joined forces to lobby for a day to recognise the importance of the smallest firms in driving the UK economic recovery. Read
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Cosyseal Insulation lands first major national project
Nov 08 2011 | Small Business
A FAMILY-RUN Teesside insulation firm has just landed its first major national project . Read
