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Transport minister Norman Baker has sought to allay fears that the government's investment in high speed rail could impact on other major transport schemes seeking funding, such as the Insider-backed Northern Hub. Speaking to Insider, he said that ministers were committed to delivering the "biggest rail investment programme since Victorian times". READ MORE...
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A £6m fund has been unveiled to help kick-start developments in Humberside. Read More...
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Mergers and acquisitions activity rose by 11 per cent in 2011 in the technology market, according to research by ICON Technology. Read More...
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Leeds-based Bricklink, a supplier of brick, cladding systems and stone, has been acquired in a management buyout. The deal was supported by Baker Tilly Corporate Finance. Read More...
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Sheffield-headquartered roadside restaurant chain Little Chef has announced plans to close 67 of its sites with the loss of up to 600 jobs. Read More...
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Independent craft suppliers Craft Wise, a long-standing tenant at the Merrion Centre, will open a new store at the shopping centre next month. Read More...
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Contact lenses retailer GetLenses has moved to new offices in York. Read More...
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SIG has said it expects full-year trading pre-tax profit will be marginally ahead of expectations after upping sales by 8 per cent to £2.7bn. Read More...
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Bradford lender Provident Financial has reported a "good finish" to the end of 2011 despite lower customer numbers in its consumer credit division. Read More...
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The gambling and sports clothing sectors are set to be the big winners in the economy during the Olympics, according to a report by Sheffield Hallam University. Read More...
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