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Be like Dave: UK’s largest app for flexible shift work launches new campaign
Be like Dave: UK’s largest app for flexible shift work launches new campaign

For a lot of us, the pandemic shifted the way we see work for good. More people began to embrace flexibility,  and seek out new working options. But flexibility is something that’s been at the heart of the ethos for temporary staffing platform GIG long before the pandemic. With GIG, there’s no requirement for…

New podcast explores the lessons we can learn from Queen Elizabeth II for healthy leadership
New podcast explores the lessons we can learn from Queen Elizabeth II for healthy leadership

Multiple-time startup founder Ashlie Collins explores the leadership legacy left by the late Queen Elizabeth II in her brand new podcast, Listen Up, Startups. As the UK’s longest reigning monarch, the Queen left a lasting impression around the globe, and the response to her passing has sparked a wide array of…

Work completes on 7.7m industrial development in Dudley
Work completes on 7.7m industrial development in Dudley

Work has completed on a £7.7million scheme in Dudley, bringing high-specification warehousing to the Black Country to meet the ongoing demand for premium industrial stock in the Midlands. Harris Lamb’s Building Consultancy team has overseen the construction of three distribution/industrial units and two terraces of…

Water safety experts Nant show Mayor of West Midlands round new HQ
Water safety experts Nant show Mayor of West Midlands round new HQ

Leading legionella and water safety experts Nant Ltd shared with the Mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street their plans for future growth during a guided tour of their new headquarters. The visit, which took place on Friday (September 30), enabled the team at the water treatment specialists to show how their recent…

HSPG announces appointment of new Managing Director and Senior Advisor
HSPG announces appointment of new Managing Director and Senior Advisor

Team expands 36% in 2022 reflecting plans to deliver over 2,000 affordable homes by April 2023 Appointments of Wissam Chouceir and Burak Varisli bring a wealth of experience in the housing sector to bolster HSPG’s growth and ability to deliver their objectives HSPG, the UK’s leading social impact real estate…

Lifetime achievement award for Worcestershire solicitor
Lifetime achievement award for Worcestershire solicitor

One of the county’s most respected solicitors has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award by the Worcestershire Law Society. Maynard Burton, senior partner at law firm mfg Solicitors, was recognised by the Society for his successful 40-year legal career and the support he has given to countless businesses…

Hortons’ completes work on Brennan’s new UK headquarters
Hortons’ completes work on Brennan’s new UK headquarters

Hortons’ Estate Ltd has delivered the new UK headquarters of international hydraulic and pneumatic specialist Brennan Industries Inc. – one of two new developments at an established industrial park in the West Midlands. The independent property company has completed construction of 35,000 sq ft of new…

Midlands accountants urge caution around investing in the metaverse
Midlands accountants urge caution around investing in the metaverse

Accountants at a leading Midlands practice have insisted on caution about investing in the metaverse ahead of the cost-of-living crisis. Morgan Davies, Director at Prime Accountants Group, which has offices in Solihull, Coventry and Birmingham, has urged businesses to hold off investing in NFTs and the metaverse…

State of the art spray-kit donation enhances Leeds College of Building student opportunities
State of the art spray-kit donation enhances Leeds College of Building student opportunities

Leeds-based spray equipment supplier Spray Plant UK has donated state of the art airless spraying equipment worth over £3,500 to Leeds College of Building. The generous donation will support the next generation of painting and plastering professionals. The leading specialist of spraying equipment has teamed up with…

Global growth continues as Midlands firm Sigma Connected appoints new Chief Strategy Officer
Global growth continues as Midlands firm Sigma Connected appoints new Chief Strategy Officer

Business outsourcing provider Sigma Connected has announced the appointment of a new chief strategy officer as the company continues its global expansion. The company, who’s headquarters is in the West Midlands, offers contact centre services from its offices in the UK, South Africa and Australia, has appointed…