Entrepreneurs are lifeblood of economy, says Warsi

Television shows such as Dragons' Den and The Apprentice are a great method of encouraging young entrepreneurs. That's according to the founder and chief executive of Derby-based S&A Foods and member of Vince Cable's Entrepreneur's Forum, Perween Warsi. She told Insider that entrepreneurs were "at the heart of every successful economy".   READ MORE...

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Surface Generation in £1.4m deal

Technology development company Surface Generation, based in Rutland, has received investment from a growth capital specialist worth almost £1.4m.   Read More...

Le Bistrot Pierre grows with NatWest investment

Nottingham restaurant chain Le Bistrot Pierre is opening its ninth eatery after securing a funding package from NatWest.   Read More...

Sim Cast expands with funding support

Derby-based Sim-Cast has won two rounds of funding to support its growth and expand its service offering.   Read More...

Rodney House renamed

A landmark office building in Nottingham city centre has been given a new name. Rodney House will now be known as Archer House as the site undergoes a refurbishment programme.   Read More...

Midlands leadership group launches

A new organisation for business leaders has been established in Coventry. The Midlands Leadership group will be chaired by the former deputy chief constable of Leicestershire Mike Goodwin.   Read More...

Davis takes on Resolution role

A solicitor at East Midlands law firm Nelsons has been appointed to the Committee of Resolution's Nottingham branch.   Read More...

Retail sales growth subdued - CBI

Annual sales volumes growth on the high street remained subdued in May, according to the CBI, which said retailers expected a similar pace of growth in June.   Read More...

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