Oct
2007
Articles from 22nd Oct 2007
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Virgin cash injection for Rock rescue plan
Oct 22 2007 | Business News
SIR Richard Branson’s Virgin group is planning to inject up to £1.5bn into crisis-hit Northern Rock as part of a possible rescue deal for the bank, reports have said. Read
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Darling meets business leaders over tax fears
Oct 22 2007 | Business News
CHANCELLOR of the Exchequer Alistair Darling will meet leaders of the UK’s four biggest business organisations today to discuss their concerns over planned changes to capital gains tax. Read
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£4.67m windfall in the pipeline for North pair
Oct 22 2007 | Business News
THE £170m flotation of an oil company has put two Newcastle oilmen in line for a £4.61m windfall. Read
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Probably the best way to foil a rival
Oct 22 2007 | Business News
BREWER Scottish & Newcastle is planning to thwart a hostile takeover by its rivals by selling its most valuable asset. Read
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GRS steps out for European success
Oct 22 2007 | Business News
A CENTURY old shoe company from Newcastle is aiming to double its turnover as it drives growth through European sales. Read
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Region less confident
Oct 22 2007 | Business News
SMALL businesses in the North-east believe they will face much tougher trading conditions over the next year, according to a new report. Read
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Electric firm creates jobs
Oct 22 2007 | Business News
A TEESSIDE firm has announced plans for a £1m expansion which will see it create 50 jobs. Read
