Oct
2007
Articles from 11th Oct 2007
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Rock lessons to be learned
Oct 11 2007 | Business News
PROPOSED measures to help avert another Northern Rock-style banking crisis will be set out by Chancellor Alistair Darling today as he faces MPs over the summer’s financial instability. Read
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Entrepreneurs team up again in new firm
Oct 11 2007 | Business News
TWO entrepreneurs who sold off their internet business six years ago have been reunited to launch a consultancy firm which helps Chinese companies enter Europe. Read
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4,400 jobs lined up at oil plant
Oct 11 2007 | Business News
PLANS for a £2bn crude oil plant which could create up to 4,400 jobs are expected to pave the way for further heavy investment in the region’s resurgent energy industry. Read
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Survival rates put North top of the league
Oct 11 2007 | Business News
BUSINESSES in the North-East currently have the highest survival rates in the country, according to a new report. Read
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Sharon has family's enterprising streak
Oct 11 2007 | Business News
A WOMAN is continuing her family’s enterprising streak by opening a new designer boutique which aims to bring a little more glamour to Newcastle. Read
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Summer weather hits sales in-store
Oct 11 2007 | Business News
SUPERMARKET group Sainsbury’s has reported a slowdown in sales growth as it battled against poor summer weather and tough competition. Read
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Top quality sponsor for leading business awards
Oct 11 2007 | Business News
THE most prestigious prizes recognising business success in the North-East have gained a high quality new sponsor. Read
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House prices fall asrate rises start to bite
Oct 11 2007 | Business News
HOUSE prices are falling at their fastest rate for two years as buyers stay away from the market, figures showed today. Read
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Post hit by new strike
Oct 11 2007 | Business News
POSTAL workers took fresh wildcat strike action today, causing further delays to mail deliveries. Read
