Entrepreneurship has long been recognised as a cornerstone of economic growth. It drives innovation, creates jobs, and fosters competition. Yet, in the UK, where small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for 99.9 per cent of all…
A GP has been jailed for sexually abusing women in his medical care. Dr Wayne Sefton Davis (69) of no fixed abode, was found unanimously guilty of sexually abusing patients spanning a 15-year period while he worked as a GP in Salford,…
North West businesses had over 6.8 million overdue invoices on their books in 2024, according to new research from R3, the UK’s insolvency and restructuring trade body. R3’s analysis of data provided by Creditsafe shows that businesses in…
Qarddin Token, a trailblazer in decentralized finance (DeFi), has unveiled a groundbreaking collaboration with Amazon, marking a significant milestone in the digital asset space. This partnership is expected to expand Qarddin Token’s…
Former England bowler James Anderson wants to “hit the ground running” after signing a one-year deal with Lancashire, where he made his debut 24 years ago. Anderson, who will be 43 in July, has not played since announcing his retirement…
A consultation opens today gathering feedback from residents and businesses around proposals to deliver new housing in the city centre through Manchester Council’s housing company, This City. The Postal Street site in Manchester’s Northern…
Restoration of one of Manchester’s historic mills is complete, with the team behind it revealing a first look at some of the new creative workspaces inside. Social impact developer Capital&Centric took on the Grade II listed Neptune Mill…
Rugby league legend Paul Sculthorpe MBE has joined industry-leading telecoms and IT managed service provider dbfb as a director of the company. To drive business growth, dbfb announced that the former Warrington, St Helens, and Great…
A 37-year old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, after a nurse was attacked at the Royal Oldham Hospital. At 11.30pm on Sunday, Greater Manchester Police were called to the A&E department, following reports that a…
An emergency repair fund has been set up for century-old Didsbury Sports Ground (DSG) after it was left devasted by floods. Water poured throughout the clubhouse, destroying playing fields and causing catastrophic damage at the ground,…
Telcom Group has rebranded as Elevate®, completing a strategic 12-month process to unify its operations, including Telcom Networks, the wholesale initiative GigaBritain, and London-based ISP Luminet, acquired in October last year. This…
The groundbreaking for Shivo Towers, a luxury apartment project in Paje, Zanzibar, has commenced. Covering 9,740 sqm, the development features two towers with 162 apartments and four penthouses, offering high-end amenities like a pool, spa…
Sekura.id, a global leader in mobile identity verification and a GSMA Open Gateway Channel Partner, is thrilled to welcome Harmeen Mehta, an internationally recognised technology strategist and innovator, as its newest Advisor. Harmeen…
Mason Williams says plans are underway to ensure the spotlight is firmly on Niagara Falls for 2025 – covering creative campaigns, press and influencer trips, press office management and strategic partnerships. Niagara Falls USA has…
A cannabis farm worth £1 million has been discovered in Oldham. Following information from members of the public, police forced entry to a property at Higginshaw Lane in Royton on Wednesday. A detailed inspection, which was part of…
North West businesses accounted for 14% of administrations in 2024 – the second highest region in the UK – according to analysis by law firm Shakespeare Martineau. More than 1,700 UK businesses, 248 of which came from the North West, filed…
Three leisure venues operated by the charity Your Trust have achieved a national accreditation in recognition of providing best-in-class quality and excellence. Heywood Sports Village, Middleton Arena (pictured), and Rochdale Leisure…
Sports betting has evolved significantly over the past few decades, transforming from a niche activity into a mainstream pastime enjoyed by millions worldwide. This growth has been fueled by technological advancements, changing attitudes…
Simon Williams moves from Operations Director to Managing Director, poised to lead GWSL’s future growth and transformation. Leading Immingham-based warehousing and storage provider, GWSL, has named Simon Williams as its new Managing…
The SaaSy People, a leading provider of outsourced customer support and SaaS consultancy, has opened a new office in Reading, a thriving hub for technology and innovation. This strategic initiative demonstrates the company’s focus on…
Bolton police carried out five warrants in Farnworth as part of an investigation into stolen work vans. The investigation was aided by information provided by the public and proactive policing. Five men between the ages of 20 and 45 were…
Manchester City Council is mobilising additional support for local communities who were affected by flooding on New Year’s Day. More than 1,000 people were forced to evacuate in the Didsbury and Harpurhey areas of Manchester due to…
A Manchester business leader and founder of the Better Business Summit is set to embark on an extraordinary personal mission to tackle the climate crisis. In autumn 2025, Hannah Cox (pictured) will run 110 marathons in 110 days along…
Modern slavery charity Causeway, which supports survivors across Lancashire, has launched a pioneering new self-assessment risk checker tool. The ‘Exploitation Risk Checker’ allows individuals to answer a series of questions to see if they…
Police are appealing for information following reports of a theft at a Bury store. At around 2.25pm on Boxing Day, a child was spotted folding a coat and lifting it over a security barrier at a shop on Union Street. The sum of the items…
The EU Rice Campaign celebrated the superior quality and sustainability of European rice with an exclusive PR event held in Central London, drawing media figures, influencers, and food industry experts. The showcase provided an immersive…
Sustainability leader Kuishi has unveiled the UK’s first carbon-positive dispensing solutions, designed for both homes and businesses. These refillable dispensers are a revolutionary step towards drastically reducing single-use plastic…
Detectives are appealing for information following the attempted rape of a woman in Harpurhey. The assault occurred near Rudd Street between 2.30pm and 3pm on Friday, January 3. The woman, in her 50s, was walking down a pathway which backs…
More than 2,500 less fortunate children had gifts to open on Christmas Day thanks to generous locals in Rochdale. Residents and businesses stepped up to help with The Rochdale Giving Back Christmas Toy Appeal, donating a record 7,000 toys…
Athena is thrilled to introduce its latest initiative, the Public Sector Accelerator (PSA), a programme designed to help businesses confidently enter the competitive world of public procurement. By offering a guided, step-by-step approach,…