EIB set to confirm preferred JESSICA bidders

The European Investment Bank (EIB) is set to confirm the two preferred bidders that will manage a £100m investment pot for urban development projects in the North West, Insider understands. The EIB called for expressions of interest to manage the fund in March and it is believed that a decision as to whether applicants have been successful is imminent.

Halliwells is a perfect fit, says Ward

HBJ Gateley Wareing joint senior partner Mike Ward has described the decision to take over the bulk of the Manchester operation of failed rival Halliwells as “straightforward”.

Jobs saved as Duttons sold

A total of 120 jobs have been saved in Blackburn after a carpet manufacturer was bought from administration.

IDSS buys fire detection business

Manchester-based ID Support Services (IDSS) has bought fire detection company BDS Fire & Security for an undisclosed sum.

James Halstead expects record profits

Commercial flooring manufacturer James Halstead today announced it is on course to achieve another year of record profits.

WH Ireland still in the red

WH Ireland, the Manchester-based financial services group, has announced a pre-tax loss of £518,000 in its half-year results.

United Utilities in line with expectations

Warrington-headquartered United Utilities today announced that trading has been in line with expectations. It says it reflects continuing revenue pressures from reduced water volumes, ongoing bad debt costs and an expected increase in property rates.

Something for the weekend

This week: fitness fanatics, getting malled in Blackburn, star of the show and canapé won't pay.

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Oldham approves regeneration spend

A £32m investment programme has been approved by Oldham Council over the next four years.

SDG secures planning in Congleton

Kevin McCabe’s Scarborough Development Group (SDG) has secured planning permission for the redevelopment of a three-acre site in Congleton town centre.

Tague On Tour: For the love of Peter

The shortlist of submissions for the re-design of St Peter’s Square has been revealed – Neil Tague takes a look at the proposals in the running.

In Focus: A few nagging doubts about the North West Fund

Insider editor Michael Taylor wonders whether the new North West Fund can succeed and whether it will be subject to government meddling.

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