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Business Durham – Business Support Brochure
The lockdown has had a profound effect on the economy in County Durham and beyond. A key priority for Business Durham is to guide you to the support available in the wake of the biggest economic disruption in living memory. To help you navigate through that support...
Lockton Insight Newsletter 01 December 2022
Addressing escape of water losses in the real estate sector Leak detection technology can mitigate potential losses and help reduce a building’s risk exposure. Read More Gender-specific support climbs up the wellbeing agenda exposure This is part of a wider pick and...
Muckle – Do unpaid invoices cost your business time and money?
How to stop unpaid invoices costing your business time and money Poor payment practices can hinder productivity, causing businesses in the UK to lose time, money, and output by chasing unpaid invoices. How can businesses use payment policy strategy to stop...
HVAC Testing and Instrumentation – Flow Sensing Solutions from NanoES – New Product Release
HVAC systems need ongoing maintenance. Most modern offices and retail spaces are equipped with high-performance HVAC equipment. These systems are usually very effective but, unless they are fully optimised and correctly maintained, they can consume much more energy...
Bang the Drum | Episode 2: Accounting Tech
Episode 2: Accounting Tech Our ‘Bang the Drum’ podcast, which launched earlier in November, is hosted by journalist Emma Sheppard and welcomes SME leaders and talented advisors to share their experience and knowledge.They’ll explore everything from the best accounting...
TR Fastenings opens new facility in Hungary
TR Fastenings Hungary Kft, part of the Trifast plc Group, is celebrating the opening of its new purpose-built facility in Budapest, building on years of rising demand in the region. Located in the southern suburb of Szigetszentmiklós, Budapest, TR Fastenings Hungary...
Azets – The UK’s Autumn Statement
As the UK enters a recession and inflation hits 9.1% (OBR forecast), the Chancellor stated that decisions of ‘eye-watering difficulty’ would be required in today’s (17 November) Autumn Statement in a bid to combat these and stabilise the economy. With...
New trains for Tyne and Wear Metro: main building at Gosforth depot is ready
Ahead of the arrival of the first train at Gosforth depot, work to build a state-of-the-art new depot is nearing completion, with the main building now up and running. This is a critical milestone in the project, which will see Stadler deliver a brand new fleet of...
Citation – Transgender employees: HR basics for employers
Are you ticking all the right boxes to help build a more inclusive and productive workplace? Transgender and non-binary employees are an important part of any workplace. But sadly, they face an increased risk of conflict and harassment in the workplace compared to...
Horizon Works accelerates growth plans with senior promotion
B2B marketing company Horizon Works has promoted Antonia Edwards to client services director, as part of its long-term growth strategy. Horizon Works, which is based at Northumberland Business Park near Cramlington, supports innovators in complex industries and offers...
Lockton Insights November 17th
17 November 2022 Please subscribe to the Lockton Insight Newsletter here. Report: Risk velocity and the impact on business Traditional risk measurement usually focuses on likelihood and impact – but the dimension of velocity has become critical. Read More Potential...
November Supply Chain North East newsletter
Welcome to your November Supply Chain North East newsletter! Keeping you up to date with this month's latest news and upcoming events from the programme... Latest News Offshore Wind North East Event - 9th & 10th November Last week we attended the annual Offshore...
How long will my pension last in retirement?
Whether you’re planning on travelling the world, learning a new hobby or spending more time with friends and family, you need to feel confident that your retirement savings will go the distance. How long your pension lasts in retirement will depend on several factors...
Brewin Dolphin – Financial planning tips for entrepreneurs
It’s easy to neglect your own finances when you’re focused on growing and nurturing your business. But creating a solid plan, where both your business and personal finances are working for you, could give you the confidence that your hard work will pay off. Here are...
IA Growth – Cost of living Crisis
What do we mean by a “cost of living” crisis – other than a dramatic media headline, what is it……? Prices are going up everywhere, it’s called Inflation. In recent years inflation (measured by the consumer prices index – “CPI”) has been historically low. Prior to the...
Made Smarter Adoption North East partner toolkit
View Here Inside you’ll find: Information about Made Smarter Adoption North East Copy for use on your own comms channels Social media content Links to some case studies Contact information / links to sign up View Here
Elements of leadership: The characteristics of effective leaders in business
Business Doctors We have looked at why leadership skills are important to business owners, the benefits to your bottom line, improved morale etc so we know how important these skills are. We have also taken a deep dive into the specific skill set as well as how to...
Citation Group – Employment tribunals: Trends, top issues, and how to get prepared
Employment tribunal claims have been on the rise through 2022 and with a backlog of 500,000 cases that means 1 in 4 businesses could be open to a claim. To help you get prepared for any potential claims the HR and Employment Law experts at Service Provider Member,...
Spotlight On: Nano Electronic Services
Here at Nano Electronic Services, we like to think we have a new and unique approach to manufacturing. We work on behalf of a number of manufacturing companies and design consultants. With over 30 years of industry experience in both component distribution, kitting...
Rubber Products / Materials & Capabilities
Teescraft Rubber has expert knowledge in Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, Mass Transit and Aerospace & Defence; having over 250 years’ experience in manufacturing sealing products. Currently occupying a 3,600m2 production footprint, Teescraft Rubber operates a...
Cashflow vs the clock: Stop losing time and money to unpaid invoices
With customer demand looking optimistic and order books largely stable across the manufacturing industry for 2022, businesses are able to concentrate on output – but for many, there’s a hidden external challenge still to face. Poor payment practices can hinder...
Lockton Insight Newsletter 03 November 2022
03 November 2022 Hurricane Ian adds to insurance market challenges Hurricane Ian is hitting an already stressed property market which is likely to have repercussions across the globe. Read More Challenging economy raises insolvency risk Directors and officers need to...
Horizon Works News, views, events and insights
A word from Samantha Welcome to our new look monthly newsletter. Last month we launched our refreshed brand and new website... and now here's our revamped email news update. We've been blown away by the response to our website so far - thank you to everyone for their...
Azets: Succession planning: Funding a management buyout
Succession planning: Funding a management buyout Planning for succession is a really important aspect of ensuring a business’ longevity, and it shouldn’t be underestimated how long it can take to put an exit strategy into action. Ensuring a smooth transition...
Spotlight On: Rondean Ltd – No returns in 38 years of business.
Having been made redundant as a sheet metal worker on three consecutive occasions Ron Lewis decided it was time to stop working for others so he started buying refurbishing and re-selling small engineering machines from his garage on the back of his house in Dipton...
Horizon Works’ new website is live!
Introducing the new look Horizon Works website! Focusing on our core sector specialisms, the site truly represents Horizon Works in 2022… and has been developed to support our growth strategy and long-term plans. You’ll find all of the information you need on...
Getting your contracts right – a practical approach – Thursday 24 November 2022
Getting your contracts right - a practical approach Hello Neena We are delighted to be offering our first face to face contracts training since the pandemic and we very much look forward to seeing you again in person. We know putting together a...
M Group Services acquires the trade and assets of Salient Systems Limited
M Group Services has acquired the trade and assets of Salient Systems Limited, including its proprietary software, people and client contracts, to add further capabilities to its data management offering. Founded in 2001 and based in Newcastle, Salient Systems...
MID-MARKET BUSINESSES SLEEPWALKING INTO A TRAIN CRASH
Insolvency expert issues warning as company insolvency rates in England & Wales hit eight-year high A dramatic spike in company insolvencies in England & Wales is the start, not the peak, of more mid-market business fatalities, with many “sleepwalking...
Anglo Scottish Asset Finance helps Bristol businesses and residents achieve clean air compliance
Anglo Scottish Asset Finance Ltd has been appointed by Bristol Council to deliver the financial assistance scheme to support individuals and businesses affected by the introduction of clean air zones in the city. The financial assistance scheme has been...
Net Zero: Getting your Business on the Right Path
Apply Now NEL Fund Managers has partnered with Sustainable Business Services to bring you this event focussed on helping local businesses to improve their sustainability and confidently start, or continue, their journey to Net Zero. The interactive session will enable...
Azets – Summary of UK Government’s tax and spending plans announcement
Summary of UK Government's tax and spending plans announcement 17 October 2022 Since Kwasi Kwarteng’s ‘Mini-Budget’ at the end of September, the UK markets and economy have been reeling. In a bid to negate the impact, the Government has reversed all but a few tax...
Citation’s beginner’s guide to stress risk assessments
This week we celebrated World Mental Health Day, and whilst shining a light on such an important topic is essential, it’s something we should be acknowledging daily. One huge contributor to poor mental health is work-related stress. Tackling work-related stress is not...
Azets- Succession planning: Using Enterprise Management Incentives to develop your Senior Team
Succession planning: Using Enterprise Management Incentives to develop your Senior Team As business owners look at who takes over the business from them when they retire or just pull back to focus on new projects, the one thing they need to know is that they have...
Horizon Works looks to the future with appointment of first marketing apprentice
B2B marketing company Horizon Works has taken on its first marketing apprentice, Jack Weir, as part of its commitment to developing marketing talent and to support its long-term growth plans. The apprenticeship programme is being delivered through Darlington-based...
Introducing the new Muckle website
introducing our new website We’ve listened to your feedback and redesigned our site to give you quick and easy access to all things Muckle. What’s new? Find our people and their specialisms quickly with our improved directory. More legal services and fixed-priced...
NR15 Sponsorship Brochure
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What are leadership skills and how can business owners acquire them?
You may have set up your business as a result of a passion for what you do, the desire to be your own boss or because you are an expert in a particular field and things may have been ticking along nicely. However, when the economy changes and we find ourselves in a...
Why leadership skills are important for business owners
A business strategy defines a business by giving it a set of values and purposes. It will provide you with a clear roadmap – a destination and a map showing the way. But how do you breathe life into a strategy, keep on track, make it happen and achieve your goals? To...
Azets Wealth Management appoints new Chartered Financial Planner as demand grows
Azets Wealth Management has appointed Jonathan Loughran as a Chartered financial planner working across Teesside and County Durham as part of its ambitious growth plans. Jonathan has over a decade of experience in wealth management working for well-known firms...
MINI-BUDGET REACTION: FINANCIAL SUPPORT MEASURES MUST DELIVER GROWTH
A leading tax expert has warned that the financial support measures announced in today’s mini- budget must deliver growth for UK businesses, with the cost of borrowing likely to keep increasing. Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng unveiled a string of new measures aimed at...
Stoptober – help for employees to quit smoking.
It’s never too late to quit smoking and save money It’s never too late to quit smoking – that’s the message in the run up to Stoptober - and the benefits begin within 20 minutes. Business Durham together with Durham County Council Public Health is backing the...
Spotlight On and First Cohort Member Proposal (David Bainbridge – Managing Director)
What is your role at First Cohort International Ltd? I am the founder, owner, and Managing Director of First Cohort. Along with running and building the company, I develop and manage our testing, training, and support programs to provide help to both businesses and...
Lockton Insight Newsletter 15 September 2022
Azets: Planning for succession as well as growth: understanding your business exit options
Whether you’re a shareholder or a business leader, it’s crucial to plan for succession. As the UK faces the threat of a recession and continues to emerge from the pandemic, the long-term direction of the business should be high up on the agenda to ensure future...
Promoted Event: Roundtable – Green Construction Supply Chain Challenges and Opportunities
Sign up Now Wednesday 5th October 2022, 9:30am – 12pm Adopting a new mindset, evolving traditional practices and integrating new technical and digitalisation advances are critical to shape the future of the construction sector as it makes the transition towards...
Promoted Event: Bridging the Gap
Book Now NEL Fund Managers has partnered with Northumbria University Business Clinic, North East Ambition and Sunderland Software City to bring you this event focussed on bridging the skills gap within ambitious North East businesses and enabling them to put...
Lockton: Ramage Case Study
Azets Newsletter: Financial Defence Toolkit to help businesses
Financial Defence Toolkit to help businesses As UK businesses brace for looming recession, the Bank of England has warned that the UK will fall into recession throughout 2023 with an increasing volume of data and specialist opinion now beginning to underpin that...
TAYLOR PACKAGING BOLSTERS ITS TEAM WITH TWO NEW APPOINTMENTS
Durham-based packaging specialist Taylor Packaging has strengthened its team with two appointments, to further support its plans for continued growth over the next 12 months. The company has appointed Katie Skarsgard as assistant accountant, and Michelle Milner as...