Commsave membership surges as record numbers turn to credit unions for financial support
Credit unions have never been more popular or more critical, according to new Bank of England findings. The Bank’s latest…
New figures reveal access to finance still top of business agenda
Getting access to finance and moves to cut emissions and save energy continue to be a top priority for businesses…
Bank House plans for local growth with Fox Whittle acquisition
A Brewood-based independent financial advice specialist has made a strategic acquisition that will see it take assets under management to…
Four in ten councils at risk of financial failure over next five years, warns Grant Thornton UK LLP
As we enter a critical election year, new analysis from leading business and financial adviser Grant Thornton UK LLP finds…
Marches LEP’s record of success detailed in new annual report
The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership today published its annual report – detailing the key successes the organisation has helped drive…
New ‘Investment Readiness’ programme to unlock growth potential of 1000 firms in Birmingham, the Black Country and Solihull
More than 1000 small to medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Birmingham, the Black Country and Solihull are set to receive a…
Elevate secures £11.9m Paragon Bank finance for historic Derby Silk Yard development
Elevate Property Group has secured an £11.9 million finance facility from Paragon Bank’s Development Finance division for the development of…
Autonomous vehicle specialist lays foundations for growth with encouraging post IPO results
The company behind the driverless Auto-Pod and a new autonomous luggage/cargo dolly for aviation has posted a promising first set…
The UK’s Quickest Evolving Discretionary Fund Manager Timeline Smashes £2bn Milestone
The financial services firm has soon surpassed the £2bn assets under management milestone while revealing that The Apprentice star Karren…
Budget mixed news for manufacturers and SMEs, says law firm
Today’s Budget was mixed news for manufacturers and SMEs across the region, according to Neil Lloyd, managing director of West…