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Inward investment in Birmingham could be hindered as a result of rioting in the city, according to the Institute of Directors' West Midlands chairman. John Rider said two days of looting and violence across the city has made it "more difficult" to attract investors. His warning came as the Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Group estimated the riots have so far cost Birmingham about £7m. READ MORE...
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A more fluid marketplace has helped Lloyds Bank Corporate Market's Birmingham office secure an 8 per cent rise in net lending. Read More...
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Construction company Morgan Sindall has secured a contract to work on a £115m regeneration scheme in Chester. Read More...
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Seven units have been let on the Lakeside Industrial Estate in Redditch. The deals were completed on behalf of Centurion Properties and Scottish Widows Investment Partnership Property Trust. Read More...
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Bus and coach operator Travel de Courcey has announced plans to invest £5m in its fleet after securing a multimillion-pound contract with National Express. Read More...
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Leamington Spa-based TMG Sport has won a contract to manage Birmingham City Football Club's travel requirements during the Europa League. Read More...
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A Coventry-based craftsman is planning to break the New York market after his work was selected for a showcase event in London. Read More...
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The Bank of England (BoE) has cut its growth expectations for the UK economy by 0.3 per cent. Despite the cut, bank governor Mervyn King said he still expected inflation to fall next year. Read More...
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A record number of entries have been received for this year's Midlands Family Business Awards, with which Insider is media partner. Read More...
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