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Biscuit manufacturer Burton's Foods was offered £450,000 by Wirral Council – the maximum allowed under EU State Aid limits – to reverse its decision and keep its Moreton factory open. But the company has confirmed it will press ahead with the closure plans – although some jobs will be saved through the retention of a chocolate refinery. READ MORE...
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Businesses with a turnover of less than £10m could still receive cash from the Business Growth Fund (BGF), according to its chief executive Stephen Welton. He told Insider turnover "doesn't mean everything" when it comes to funding decisions. Read More...
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Liverpool discount retail chain B&M Bargains is the latest business to buy assets from the administrators of Cheshire-based Focus DIY. The deal has safeguarded more than 200 jobs. Read More...
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Two businesses from Liverpool will today pitch for investment at the first International Software City event, held at the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills in London. Read More...
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Liverpool's 'embassy' in London has held an event for senior dignitaries from Lithuania, China and India to showcase the investment opportunities available in the region. Read More...
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An estimated £2m will be generated for Southport's economy after the town won contracts to host two conferences. About 1,300 delegates are expected to descend on the region as the Embroiderers Guild and Christian event ECG 2012 are held over seven days. Read More...
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Revenues have topped the £500m mark at North West logistics giant Stobart Group although full-year pre-tax profits fell short of market expectations as the business was hit by last year's "extreme" winter weather. But the company hailed the solid results and was excited about the next phase of its development. Read More...
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Property
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Plans to revamp Prescot's town centre have taken a step forward after Knowsley Council reached the next stage in a bid to secure cash from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Read More...
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Liverpool solicitors' firm JB Leitch has bought a 3,000 sq ft premises on Kent Street for its new head office. Read More...
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Northern Ireland-headquartered developer Benmore Group, behind the plans for a multimillion-pound mixed-use development in Speke, has appointed CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) to manage its property assets in the North West. Read More...
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