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£750,000 invested in SoPost by the North East Development Capital Fund
Online product sampling specialist, which helps brands get products to engaged customers, set for growth following investment The North East Development Capital Fund (“the NEDCF”), supported by the European Regional Development Fund and managed by Maven Capital Partners (“Maven”), has invested £750,000 in the product sampling platform, SoPost. The business,...
Healthwatch Newcastle In Search For A New Chair For Its Committee
Christmas is just around the corner and a fantastic present for Healthwatch Newcastle would be the appointment of a new Chair for its Healthwatch Committee. Healthwatch Newcastle gathers and represents the views and experiences of children and adults on local health and social care services. They analyse and act upon...
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A new bank – which is owned by its customers and only does business in the north east – may soon become a reality. Funding for a study which will explore the feasibility of such a bank has been approved by the cabinet of the North of Tyne Combined Authority,...
Why is the Watch Market Booming Right Now?
The demand for new and pre-owned luxury watches is on the rise. A watch is a great way to wear a designer piece every day, no matter the outfit or event. Whether it's a Rolex or Omega, designer watches have intricate designs and expert craftsmanship. The rise in demand reflects...
Local Housebuilder's New Projects Expected To Create 450 New Jobs
In a major boost to the North East economy, five-star housebuilder Barratt Developments North East, which includes Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes brands, has announced plans to launch 13 new developments this year, building over 1,400 new homes and creating 465 jobs. In line with meeting the demand for...
Tech Sectors Remains Most Attractive As Equity Activity Increased In 2020
The proportion of total UK equity finance going to smaller businesses in the North East is in line with the region’s share of UK high growth businesses, at three per cent in 2020, according to the British Business Bank’s Small Business Equity Tracker, published today.   The North East saw a...
Businesses Encouraged To Join The Good Work Pledge
 Celebrating ‘good’ has never been more important, and one regional organisation that supports countless other businesses across the country jumped at the chance to sign up to the Good Work Pledge – an initiative by the North of Tyne Combined Authority (NTCA) which recognises ‘good work’ that boosts the...
Roger Pope
• Research reveals more than a quarter (26%) of people surveyed in Newcastle do not feel that they can be their true selves in their current career or job • Nationally, 85% of the working Gen Z age group surveyed feel more at ease expressing their individuality in other settings...
From Teacher to Firefighter: Collette Cutler's Journey to Make a Lasting Impact on Youth
Collette Cutler, a seasoned educator, left the classroom to join the fire station and make a lasting impact on the youth in the area, helping them get back on track. Prior to this, she worked as a primary school supply teacher. So when the 28-year-old spotted Tyne and Wear Fire and...
In these hard times when you are forced to stay at home, it is important to find productive activities that will not only help you pass the time but also add value to your life. These activities range from working out and spending time with your family to reading...

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