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Specialist success for vet at renowned Somerset animal hospital
Specialist success for vet at renowned Somerset animal hospital

A vet at a leading Somerset veterinary referral centre is toasting exam success which has seen him reach the top tier of his profession. Dr David Haine, head of surgery at Linnaeus-owned Cave Veterinary Specialists near Wellington, has successfully passed the rigorous ECVS diploma exams to become an EBVS® European…

Keon Homes take top ‘property’ prize at business awards
Keon Homes take top ‘property’ prize at business awards

One of the UK’s fastest growing developers of much-needed affordable housing and Extra Care schemes has secured a prestigious business prize. Keon Homes, which has gone from a standing start in 2019 to £40m turnover this year, beat off tough competition from Bond Wolfe, Cubo, Estilo Interiors, Potter…

The BEST Foundation
The BEST Foundation

We are delighted to announce our newest Featured Member is Steve Bish of S Bish Estate Planning. Steve is the founder of S Bish Estate Planning Ltd, a multi-award-winning company in Hertfordshire. For more than 20 years, Steve has delivered a direct, friendly and jargon-free approach to Will writing and Estate…

Landmark Northern Quarter pub and boutique hotel reopens after major refurbishment
Landmark Northern Quarter pub and boutique hotel reopens after major refurbishment

Salford-based brewery and pub retailer Hydes has re-opened its award-winning pub and boutique hotel, The Abel Heywood, based in Manchester’s vibrant Northern Quarter, following a £200k refurbishment.  First opened as a pub by Hydes in 2015, The Abel Heywood closed last month for a full interior refurbishment and…

Stoford begins road and infrastructure works at Worcester Six Business Park
Stoford begins road and infrastructure works at Worcester Six Business Park

Stoford has commenced enabling works at Worcester Six Business Park, which will unlock more than 60 acres of development land. The leading commercial property developer is delivering an extension to the southern estate road, linking the existing business park to a new access point onto the B4636 Newtown Road. The…

Own New Rate Reducer mortgage strikes the right chord with Miller Homes customers
Own New Rate Reducer mortgage strikes the right chord with Miller Homes customers

Miller Homes have launched a new partnership with Own New that could mean lower mortgage rates for people looking to buy a new build home in Hampshire. Own New Rate Reducer is a brand-new product that could enable customers to reduce the interest rate on their mortgage for a new Miller home for their initial mortgage…

Spotlight On – Fi Harrison, Head of Fundraising and Communications at Birmingham Dogs Home
Spotlight On – Fi Harrison, Head of Fundraising and Communications at Birmingham Dogs Home

Fi has been leading the fundraising and communications team at Birmingham Dogs Home for the last four years, combining her passion for both fundraising and animal welfare at this well-loved Midlands charity. Fi has worked in various management roles in the charity sector over the years including Save the Children,…

HE Simm Group completes MEP installation for third phase of Manchester Waters complex
HE Simm Group completes MEP installation for third phase of Manchester Waters complex

The HE Simm Group has successfully completed works on the third block of luxury apartments at X1 Manchester Waters. ‘Block C’ of the Pomona Island development has opened with the state-of-the-art facility offering a selection of stunning Studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments across 14 floors. Built by Vermont, for…

Global Recycling Day 2024: A leading trade association has highlighted five reasons why recycling metals can boost the environment and your pocket as it launches a new campaign
Global Recycling Day 2024: A leading trade association has highlighted five reasons why recycling…

A leading trade association has highlighted five reasons why recycling metals can boost the environment and your pocket as it launches a new campaign. This Global Recycling Day, the British Metals Recycling Association (BMRA), as part of its support to drive awareness of metals recycling, is asking people to think…

New concrete batching plant marks major step in £18.5m scheme
New concrete batching plant marks major step in £18.5m scheme

As part of its major investment project at its Burton on Trent tile plant Russell Roof Tiles is installing state-of-the-art equipment to support the firm’s Net Zero ambitions. Russell Roof Tiles (RRT), is the leading independent manufacturer of concrete roof tiles and last year it announced a major £18.5m…