|
Top story
|
|
 Millions of pounds are owed to businesses across South Yorkshire after the collapse of DIY chain Focus, Insider can exclusively reveal. The beleaguered company owed more than £1bn to businesses, shareholders and funders when it entered administration last month, according to a new report from joint administrators at Ernst & Young. READ MORE...
|
| |
|
Deals
|
|
The owner of Rotherham-headquartered Maplin Electronics has reportedly pulled out of talks to sell the chain. Read More...
|
|
Barnsley-born Harry Hill, the founder of estate agency chain Countrywide and property website Rightmove, has gone back to market with the flotation of his latest venture In-Deed Online. Read More...
|
|
A Barnsley takeaway owner is opening a new fish and chip restaurant in the town backed by a funding package from the Royal Bank of Scotland. Read More...
|
| |
|
Business
|
|
Hargreaves Services has told the Stock Exchange it has agreed a management contract with Hatfield Colliery. Read More...
|
|
Rotherham–based butcher Crawshaw Group has issued a profit warning as rising meat prices and below-expectation sales hit its performance. Read More...
|
|
PwC has appointed James Pennock to its Sheffield office to lead the tax team. Read More...
|
|
DLA Piper has appointed Richard May, partner and current head of corporate in Sheffield, as office managing partner at its Sheffield office. Read More...
|
|
Sheffield International Venues is to host the Arctic Monkeys' first “outdoor” event in their hometown this summer. In a coup for the leisure operator, it will manage the two-date Arctic Monkeys plus special guests event at the Don Valley Bowl in June. Read More...
|
|
Looking to source the biggest clients in Yorkshire? Insider’s Yorkshire Top 500 Companies 2011 database is our comprehensive business marketing list, providing you with contacts for the region’s biggest companies. Order today or request a free sample. Read More...
|
| |
|
Property
|
|
Work has begun on Rotherham United's stadium on the former Guest and Chrimes site. Read More...
|
| |
Insider Features
|
Latest blog post
In Focus: Banking on growth
In the first of a three-part look at South Yorkshire dealmaking, Insider editor Richard Abbott hears from the region’s bankers on the thorny issue of debt funding.
Previous blog post
In Focus: Supermarket sweep
|
|
Latest expert
Skills Matter: Nurturing entrepreneurs
Christos Kalantaridis, professor in entrepreneurship and innovation at Bradford University School of Management, outlines the role of professional education in the next generation of entrepreneurs.
|
|
|
|
| |
Insider Advice
|
|
Dealmakers Services Directory
Find an adviser to help you buy, sell, or invest in a business.
|
|
|
Yorkshire Venue Finder
The online resource for business event organisers in Yorkshire features conference facilities, hotels and unusual venues.
|
|
International Trade
Insider’s country-by-country guide provides expert analysis on a wide range of trade destinations across the globe.
|
|
|
UK Business Insider
Regional guide for businesses looking to relocate, expand or invest in the UK.
|
|
Christmas Parties Yorkshire
It's never too early to plan the perfect Christmas party, and Insider is delighted to showcase some of the most exciting options available in Yorkshire.
|
|
