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Fraud costs shoot up by 1,900%

THE VALUE of fraud in the North East has shot up by a massive 1,900% compared to the same period last year, according to figures from accountants BDO Stoy Hayward.Read

You're hired - to advise firms on apprentices

TWO members of staff have been appointed to advise businesses considering taking on apprentices in the Easington area of County Durham.Read

Glass company has a clear view of future

A FAMILY firm is coping with the effects of the recession – and the particular downturn among its key construction industry customers – by expanding and diversifying its core business.Read

Something new from inventor pleases brides

A MASTER jeweller is ringing the changes for brides-to-be after inventing a tool that means they can keep their engagement rings on their fingers while their wedding bands are being prepared.Read

Duo formed to help North's art scene

A NEW agreement is hoped to boost arts businesses in the region.Read

Cold calling is not good for business

COLD Calling – I don't think so! As a business owner, getting that all- important sales appointment is vital to any business.Read

Mum offers support to younger women

A MOTHER-of-three is giving her support to younger women with bigger busts with the launch of an online lingerie store.Read

More jobs on way as translation firm wins contracts

A SMALL but growing translation firm is shrugging off the economic gloom after winning five major contracts.Read

Is it time for some EU flexibility?

THE process of public procurement is a hot topic at the moment. Throughout the region there are task groups looking at whether large contracts can be split into smaller contracts to favour SMEs or whether SMEs can bid for contracts in consortia.Read

Steelworks peril may cut port value

THE problems at troubled steelworks Teesside Cast Products (TCP) may slash the asking price for the company which runs Teesport.Read

Students have designs on creating a career

A PAIR of artists have launched their own ceramics business immediately after graduating from college.Read

How I: Look for advice

WE ask experienced entrepreneurs for a few tips on how they look for advice.Read

Recruitment is serious business

WHEN a business is successfully up and running, expansion is often the next step.Read

ELECTRONICS

Firm’s safety matchRead

Tune in – the times they are a-changin’

How we listen to music is changing forever. Alastair Gilmour looks at an amazing concept.Read

The human factor in motorcycle design

Transport and design combine in a business that works under the principle ‘two wheels good’. Alastair Gilmour meets two motorcycle designers.Read

Scarlet Bridge founder is an inspiration to all

A WOMAN who founded her business with just £300 in the bank and a strong determination to succeed now says it is on course to hit a £250,000 turnover.Read

For good health, in business and in life

A GROUP of mumpreneurs is focusing on creating healthy businesses and healthy bodies.Read

We should be looking at SMEs

IN the first week of June, the monthly Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) was published. The PMI, relating to the previous quarter, measures business-to- business activity in manufacturing, construction and services.Read