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16 July 2018
Firms told to engage with staff to improve trust
New code isn't mandatory, but listed firms might have to explain why they opt out
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12 July 2018
Time to translate ambition into answers for business
BCC reacts to Government White Paper on Brexit
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12 July 2018
University of Derby ranked among best universities for teaching excellence in Europe
University receives second accolade in a few weeks
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12 July 2018
JCB celebrates 'biggest single order' from European hirer
Beols Rental invests almost £21m
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12 July 2018
Low cost ads offer on ITV Business
Exclusive trial deal for Midlands-based SMEs
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11 July 2018
HS2 Partnership's £1.8m boost to realise potential of Toton station
Transport Secretary announces extra funding
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10 July 2018
Cautious welcome given to National Infrastructure Assessment
30-year plan doesn't mention East Midlands projects
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10 July 2018
Stop bickering and deliver Brexit for business
It's a sorry state of affairs when the best advice you can give is 'plan for the worst, hope for the best'
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9 July 2018
Alpha Rail helps with phase two transformation of historic York racecourse
£4m development will overhaul many buildings on the site
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5 July 2018
Derbyshire company helps Britain in Bloom groups keep floral displays fresh
Self-watering planters keep sustain floral displays
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5 July 2018
Ministerial champion for Midlands Engine
RT Hon James Brokenshaw MP has picked up the baton
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5 July 2018
Bombardier and Hitachi in joint bid for HS2 rolling stock contract
Train makers say deal will build on previous cooperation
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5 July 2018
Record levels of cargo at East Midlands airport
Increase of 9.7% over last year
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5 July 2018
Dynamic duo scoop double honours in national award ceremony
Two young entrepreneurs from Leicester have beaten the odds to scoop multiple honours in a national award ceremony for their unique approach to ensuring digital customer loyalty.
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4 July 2018
Business investment intentions drop – Brexit uncertainty could be the cause
Second Quarterly Economic Survey of 2018 shows marked decline but it's too early to talk 'trends'
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3 July 2018
Time is running out for answers to real-world business questions over Brexit
BCC finds only limited progress made on two-dozen key issues
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2 July 2018
LLEP appoints Chamber Vice President as Chair
The Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership (LLEP) has appointed Kevin Harris as its new Chair.
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29 June 2018
Loyalty recognised at President’s Summer Reception
And Business Awards finalists announced
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28 June 2018
Midland Main Line electrification “should be recategorised as pending”
Transport Select Committee critical of DfT over handling of cancellation last year
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27 June 2018
One-in-four firms affected by another company’s insolvency in past six months
Domino effect hits 26% of UK companies
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27 June 2018
De Montfort University launches new office in Europe
Lisbon office opened to facilitate recruitment of students from Europe
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27 June 2018
Chamber welcomes new flexibility in Apprenticeship Levy
Levy-paying firms can now help more than one supplier to recruit apprentices or upskill workforce
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21 June 2018
Employers will welcome EU Settlement Scheme statement of intent
Chamber urges MPs to back business by supporting the scheme
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21 June 2018
JCB on the starting grid for Formula 1 French Grand Prix support
A dozen of Staffordshire's finest will be front line race car recovery fleet
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21 June 2018
Improving young people’s access to employment opportunities
Summit agrees need for academia and employment to work more closely
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21 June 2018
Total Motion named in London Stock Exchange Group’s ‘1000 Companies To Inspire Britain’ Report
Third consecutive year of accolade
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20 June 2018
Prime Minister hosts first council of Local Enterprise Partnership Chairs at Downing Street
D2N2 and LLEP Chairs talk strategy with Theresa May
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19 June 2018
Smart Working Revolution rolls out to West Midlands
Ruth continues her drive to help firms work smarter
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19 June 2018
Global skills centre to address automotive technology challenge
MIRA Technology Institute set to deliver skills needed to keep pace in burgeoning industry
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18 June 2018
Contract wins worth £16m
Wildgoose Construction to work on care home, industrial unit and two pubs
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18 June 2018
Nottingham-based Esendex flying the flag for RCS in the UK
Telecoms firm to partner Google and GSMA to demonstrate power of RCS
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18 June 2018
BSP Consulting completes Center Parcs project
Lakeside lodges stand on BSP expertise
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13 June 2018
Plumber wins legal battle over employment status
Decision could have significant ramifications for 'gig' economy workers and employers
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12 June 2018
Regional unemployment remains below the national average
East Midlands continues to create jobs, wealth and oportunity
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11 June 2018
Board member receives Queen's Birthday Honour
Eileen Richards receives an MBE for promotion of female entrepreneurship
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7 June 2018
£1.5m for inclusive employment in D2N2 Area
Match-funding available to organisations issuing grants
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7 June 2018
Employment approaching a crisis
Summit will examine what can be done to avert a perfect storm facing recruitment
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7 June 2018
Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland introduce Personal Assistant Service
Increasing numbers of older people have asked the charity to take them out rather than provide support within the home - so the charity has launched a Personal Assistant Service.
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6 June 2018
Two-thirds of firms anticipate staffing problems post-Brexit
First proper survey into what firms are doing to prepare for Brexit shows workforce concerns
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6 June 2018
Higher awards for injury to feelings under DDA
Hike in potential awards could prove costly
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6 June 2018
£30m fund to develop self-driving cars
Companies invited to bid for funding for autonomous-vehicle projects
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5 June 2018
Chamber welcomes Cabinet decision on third runway at Heathrow
Cabinet says yes to third runway at Heathrow, MPs to vote within 21 Parliamentary days
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5 June 2018
Honorary Degrees for Bishop and hotelier
Bishop of Derby and Casa Hotel owner receive Honorary Degrees
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5 June 2018
University's investment takes games company to next level
University investment takes games company to next level
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31 May 2018
Automotive Technology Institute to tackle East Midlands skills threat
Automotive Technology Institute to tackle East Midlands skills threat
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30 May 2018
Flint Bishop wins Law Firm of the Year award
Flint Bishop wins Law Firm of the Year
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30 May 2018
Henry Brothers wins contract to build £23m Nottingham Trent University engineering facility
Henry Brothers to build £23m Nottingham Trent University engineering facility
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29 May 2018
BBC presenter Anne Davis to host a garden party in aid of Loros Hospice
BBC presenter Anne Davis to host a garden party in aid of Loros Hospice
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