A significant proportion of UK households lack the financial resilience required to meet unexpected costs such as funerals, according to new findings revealed by leading direct cremation provider Celebration of Life.
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B13 launches practical AI guide for UK manufacturers
B13 launches practical AI guide for UK manufacturers
King’s Award for Oswestry construction firm who transforms lives by building opportunity
A Shropshire construction company that has transformed the lives of hundreds of people has been presented with its first ever King’s Award for Enterprise.
Female Business Network launches Its 6th summit – A free online event helping business owners pause, reflect and plan for a stronger second half of 2026
The Female Business Network is pleased to announce the return of its virtual summit event. Taking place online between the 15–16 June 2026, the free event brings together a line-up of industry expert speakers to help business owners take stock of the first half of the year, reignite their focus and build a clear, confident strategy for the months ahead.
Grand Metropolitan Hotels expands Asia portfolio: Brionj secures luxury villa in Siem Reap
Villa Lily in Cambodia – an exclusive luxury residence located near the world-famous Angkor Wat temple complex, will now become part of the Brionj Luxury Hotel Collection.
Dozens attend exclusive event to showcase The Firs – Allestree’s newest housing development
Around 80 prospective buyers attended the exclusive launch of The Firs – Allestree’s newest collection of ten luxury homes and strong demand translated into two early reservations.
Joint Administrators appointed to BLB Solicitors Limited
Gareth Buckley and Steve Elliott of The Insolvency Company, part of Sumer Group, were appointed on 30 April 2026 as Joint Administrators of BLB Solicitors Limited, a long-established law firm with offices across Bath, Bristol, Swindon, Almondsbury, Trowbridge and Bradford-on-Avon.
De Bono Marketing retained by Robinsons Relocation
De Bono Marketing Communications has added a new client to its portfolio further to being appointed by Robinsons Relocation, a leading European removals and relocation business.
Blueprint for global success as 3D printing entrepreneur secures a UK first by securing two King’s Awards
A young Warwickshire entrepreneur has gone from replacing his mom’s dishwasher with a homemade 3D printer to becoming arguably the youngest ever recipient of two King’s Award for Enterprise.
Nuneaton solicitors built on family values win Silver for Best Employer at inaugural Best SME Awards
The Best SME Awards celebrated the UK’s top-performing small and medium-sized enterprises, honouring Gold and Silver winners at the Mercure Daventry Court hotel.
Grove West in conservation area heritage project
An important listed building in the heart of a Midlands conservation area is being given a new lease of life, with help from a leading Birmingham property consultancy.
Grant funding to boost hospice care
A Worcestershire hospice has been awarded £75,000 from The Eveson Trust towards its care of patients and families.