The Atkinson in Southport is inviting audiences to “be their guest” this Christmas as it unveils the full cast for its 2025 pantomime, Beauty and the Beast.
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Training programme success for Northants arboriculture company
A leading UK-based vegetation management and landscaping contractor is reaping the rewards of its dedicated training and development programme, which is helping non-skilled employees build rewarding, long-term, careers in arboriculture.
Nottingham insurance broker secures new leading manufacturer client win
East Midlands-based chartered insurance broker Russell Scanlan (An Acrisure UK business) has been appointed by a leading manufacturer A-Chem, to its existing commercial insurance policies.
Budget 2025: Reaction on apprenticeships, pubs, and pensions
Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, delivered her Budget this Wednesday
Delight for Stoke-on-Trent’s Spark Group with major contract win and awards successes
Growing Stoke-on-Trent business, the Spark Group, has won a contract to evaluate the government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (SPF) projects in Stoke-on-Trent.
Survey reveals Greater Manchester residents’ concern over rising energy prices
As households across Greater Manchester brace for another difficult winter, a new survey from Manchester Credit Union has revealed widespread anxiety about rising energy prices and a desire for targeted support in Rachel Reeves’ latest Budget.
Impact HR Consulting appoints new Director of Operations
Essex-based HR consultancy, Impact HR Consulting Limited, has announced the appointment of a new Director of HR Operations.
The Wizard Wae The Big Bawz: 5 facts to know
The Wizard Wae The Big Bawz is the panto Scotland didn’t ask for but absolutely deserves — the kind of January madness that cuts through the post-festive slump.
Creative cakes to raise funds for care
Intricately iced Christmas cakes of all shapes and sizes have been donated to a hospice to boost its festive fundraising.
Global study reveals major gaps in diabetes care targets
Less than half of people living with type 2 diabetes meet the recommended guideline targets for blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol, new international research has shown.
Wheelchair Alliance’s newest patron brings clinical expertise and lived experience to drive forward change
The Wheelchair Alliance, a community interest company that champions the needs of wheelchair users across the UK, has announced consultant urological surgeon Mr Mo Belal as its newest patron.
Northampton gears up for a festive ‘Grinch Takeover’ on Small Business Saturday
Northampton town centre is set to burst into festive life on Small Business Saturday, with a packed programme of family-friendly activities, character appearances and a town-wide competition designed to encourage shoppers to explore and support local businesses.












