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'I wouldn't employ Osborne' - Gripple chief
The founder of Sheffield manufacturer Gripple has told Insider he would not consider employing George Osborne as he typified a new breed of career politician who 'hadn't held down a proper job'. Hugh Facey said it is up to manufacturers to “make Britain great again” and was sceptical about how much help the government can provide.
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Deals
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Davey unveils changes to ‘pre-packs’
New rules for controversial 'pre-pack' administrations could make it harder for business owners to regain control of failing companies. They have been revealed by Ed Davey, the BIS minister with responsibility for the insolvency regime.
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Buyer sought for bakers
Woodhead the Baker has gone into administration with 30 employees being made redundant. Administrators said they would continue to trade the business while a buyer is sought.
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Major deal done for undisclosed sum
A major Yorkshire company has today made an acquisition of an unnamed company for an undisclosed sum. One of the advisers on the deal, who cannot be named for legal reasons, said: “This is a cracking deal and sends out a clear message that the professional and financial community can work together to complete deals.”
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Business
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Business needs more money - Bailey
There is not enough money available for business support and local enterprise partnerships (LEPs) are "unproven as yet". That's according to Adrian Bailey, the House of Commons' Business Innovation and Skills Select Committee chairman, who told Insider he fears small businesses could "lose out" following the axing of the regional development agencies (RDAs).
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ATB Morley triumphs at ABDN awards
Leeds-based ATB Morley has been crowned Business of the Year 2011 at the 13th annual ABDN Business Awards.
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£250m waste contract awarded
North Lincolnshire Council has awarded preferred bidder status for its £250m waste contract to Waste Recycling Group in partnership with CEMEX of South Ferriby.
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Something for the weekend
Insider's column looking at the week's quirkiest stories and events across the region. This week: Baldrick would be proud; Starters orders!
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Business Tourism
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Events business expands into Spain
Universal WorldEvents, which has an operation in Cleckheaton, has opened an office in Madrid. The business now has offices in the G5 countries of UK, France, Germany, Spain and Italy in addition to bases in the Netherlands, US, Hong Kong and Singapore.
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Property
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Standard Wool relocates in Bradford
Standard Wool (UK) has relocated its head office to an 8,750 sq ft new build on Trevor Foster Way, close to Bradford city centre.
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Plans submitted for Hoyland Tesco
Plans for a Tesco supermarket in Hoyland have been submitted to Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council following consultation with residents.
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