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The hunt is on to find some of the region's most innovative businesses with the launch of the 17th annual Merseyside Innovation Awards. The awards are open to individuals or companies with fewer than 50 employees and have prizes worth more than £14,000 up for grabs. READ MORE...
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There is currently a boom in private equity-related deals, KPMG's head of private equity in the north has told Insider, adding: "I've not seen a period like it since 2004." Read More...
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Chester identity management specialist GB Group today said operating profits have doubled in the first nine months of its financial year on the back of a 20 per cent revenue hike. Read More...
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Liverpool Vision chief executive Max Steinberg has been awarded an honarary fellowship by Liverpool Hope University. Read More...
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Electrical contractor PD Welch has announced a 40 per cent increase in turnover in the last 12 months. Read More...
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URENCO expects continued growth for 2012 after increasing capacity by 12 per cent in 2011. Read More...
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Two senior staff members have been appointed at Liverpool-based communications agency Uniform. Read More...
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Looking to source new clients? Insider’s new North West Top 500 Companies 2012 database (available 10th February) will be our accurate and comprehensive business marketing list, providing you with the strongest contacts for the region’s biggest companies. Pre-order this month and receive a 15 per cent discount off this brand new list. Request a free sample today. Read More...
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Developers are being invited to submit proposals for redevelopment plans in Runcorn. Read More...
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Downing has completed the fit-out of more than 220,000 sq ft of space at The Capital in Liverpool. The space will be occupied by the UK Border Agency. Read More...
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Talking Point: Time to create jobs
David Kern, chief economist at the British Chambers of Commerce, explains why the government must help businesses to create more jobs in light of rising unemployment figures.
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Ask the Expert: Becoming a franchise
Phil Pugh, director, Royal Bank of Scotland, Royal Bank of Scotland, offers practical guidance on turning your business into a franchise.
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Business matters - Interns
Sue Morrison, employment law specialist and partner at Hill Dickinson LLP, shares her views on the practicalities of engaging unpaid interns
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