Stobart slams 'false' report

North West transport and logistics giant Stobart Group has vehemently denied allegations that the Financial Services Authority (FSA) is examining a deal for the company to buy a property portfolio owned by its chief executive Andrew Tinkler.

Augmented reality

Scott Woodhead, founder of Lovingoutdoors.com, outlines the impact augmented reality could have on the shopping experience for retailers and consumers.

Sinclaire cuts a deal for Wilman Interiors

Burnley-based Wilman Interiors, a fabric and interior design business, has been acquired by rival fabrics company Sinclaire.

Seek out angel investment – Wilkins

Tom Wilkins, managing director of private investor network Envestors, has urged more North West businesses to seek out partnerships with angel investors. His call follows a survey which revealed the lack of quality companies was the biggest barrier to angel investment in the region.

North West LEPs offered start-up cash

Local enterprise partnerships (LEPs) in the North West will have the chance of securing cash from a new £5m start-up fund that has been launched by the government.

Public cuts fail to dent MSP profits

Manchester Science Parks (MSP) has reported a rise in turnover and profits despite a "year of two halves" caused by the reduction in public sector funding.

Little Chip shortlist unveiled

The shortlist for this year’s Little Chip Award for exceptional student achievement has been announced. Four submissions have been shortlisted and will compete for the award at the Big Chip Awards this summer.

Something for the weekend

This week: Carping on; BBC shows its mettle with nettles; suits off, whites on; and canapé won’t pay.

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Leisure Opportunities snaps up Colne site

Leisure Opportunities has bought a 38,500 sq ft property in Colne after securing a £1.2m loan from Manchester lender Bridging Finance.

Stockport Plaza leads way at RICS Awards

The Plaza in Stockport was last night crowned Project of the Year at the RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) North West Awards 2011, held at The Point, Old Trafford.

Kirkland gets going on Middleton scheme

Work has started on Kirkland Developments' retail scheme in Middleton. The development includes a 16,700 sq ft Aldi supermarket and a separate 15,000 sq ft non-food retail unit on the site of the former Parkfield Industrial Estate.

In Focus: What does Silentnight tells us about CVAs?

Silentnight is still making beds in Lancashire, but does its failure to secure a CVA prior to a rescue have wider implications? Michael Taylor thinks so.

Tague on Tour: Giving tenants extra

Martyn Markland's new Tenant Advisory Group could shake up the industry a little - but do landlords have anything to fear from the new service? Neil Tague investigates.

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