Jul 21 2011 | Business News
CONSUMER confidence fell in June as high inflation and unemployment combined with low wage growth to weigh on households’ spending power, a survey today revealed. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
THE search is on for the best businesses in Stockton. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
CLOUD computing technology provided by a Darlington business adviser has transformed the work of a Sedgefield drinks producer. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
PLANS by Thomas Cook and the Co-op to merge their high street travel businesses were backed by the competition watchdog today. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
A MEMBER of staff at Analox Group has earned a coveted place on a UKTI Marketing Scholarship Programme in the United States. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
TEESSIDE University has joined forces with award-winning fashion retailer Psyche to challenge students to make their mark in business. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
DOZENS of jobs could be coming to Teesside after fast food giant Subway revealed plans to open 70 new stores around the North-east. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
COUNTY Durham energy support group Hargreaves Services has finally won planning permission for a Welsh colliery project to start after years of negotiations with planners. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
SALES of new and used cars are down as people continue to tighten their belts, according to Gateshead motor dealer giant Vertu. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
A SIGNAGE company is looking to double its sales and create jobs after increasing its production space by 10,000sq ft following a jump in orders. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
TYNESIDE estate agent Manson Property Services has scooped two honours at a prestigious award ceremony. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
SEVERN Trent has reported a smaller- than-expected decline in water consumption amid near-drought conditions over the spring. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
YELLOW Pages owner Yell has seen revenues from its printed directories slide another 18.5%, adding to pressure on the group to overhaul its business. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
EXPECTATIONS that interest rates will stay on hold well into next year were reinforced after the Bank of England highlighted increased fears about the strength of the economic recovery. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
GLOBAL publishing company Elanders, which has its UK base in the North East, is celebrating after winning a contract with the Labour Party. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
CARLISLE firm Albany Sign and Display has been bought by fellow Cumbrian outfit H&H Group. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
NORTH East businesswomen have launched a fundraising event in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
INSOLVENCY rates among North East businesses have risen over 20% in the last year, although the region’s manufacturing is defying the slump with business failure rates in this sector falling. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
SCOTLAND’S fastest-growing company has established a base in the North East and unveiled plans to create 50 skilled jobs in the next 18 months Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
BLUEFIN Advisory Services has closed its wealth management office in Newcastle and is moving the business to Yorkshire. Read
Jul 21 2011 | Business News
North East companies are supporting a Government drive to retain skilled engineers in sectors which are key to the nation’s future prosperity. Karen Dent reports. Read