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Hay & Kilner advises Smart Works North East on new premises lease

Hay & Kilner have advised client Smart Works North East on the successful lease of its new premises in Newcastle, marking an important milestone in the charity’s continued growth in the region.

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Platvix Launches Build Studios AI Cohort: an Equity-Free ten Week Programme to Build Next-Gen AI Startups

Platvix, an investment intelligence platform for VCs and startups designed to streamline the investment process, Platvix announced the launch of Build Studios (AI Cohort), an equity-free, 10-week programme built for the new reality of startup-building, where AI has democratised execution and speed is no longer the advantage on its own.

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Covid Kickstart recruits celebrate impressive career progression

Greener Solutions Group is celebrating the progression of Covid Kickstart recruits Lewis Tomaselli, Ryan Cotcher and Natalie Irwin, who joined the company in 2021 and are now in are in key roles.

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Growth is still the plan but North East entrepreneurs say the Budget missed the mark

Growth ambitions remain strong for North East entrepreneurs, with seventy percent of Entrepreneurs’ Forum members expecting turnover growth in 2026, according to the latest member survey.

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Work begins on £2m transformation as Steel Benders launches major expansion

Work is officially underway to redevelop a six-acre former steel plant on Brenda Road, Hartlepool, marking the start of a multi-million-pound project that will bring one of the north’s leading steel specialists to the town.

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Appliance repair company has “significant opportunities for sustainable growth in FY26” after reporting turnover and EBITDA rise

A North East-based appliance repair company has reported an uptick in turnover, with adjusted EBITDA nearly doubling, as job volumes increased.

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Private client specialist joins Ward Hadaway as partner

Top UK law firm Ward Hadaway has strengthened its private client team with the appointment of solicitor Louise Miller, who joins the firm as a partner.

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Hay & Kilner wins Employer of the Year at NE Chamber of Commerce Inspiring Women in Business Awards

Hay & Kilner has been named Employer of the Year at the North East Chamber of Commerce’s Inspiring Women in Business Awards, recognising the Newcastle-based law firm’s inclusive, progressive and people-first culture.

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NEW CHAIR OF TEES VALLEY BUSINESS BOARD SETS OUT AMBITIOUS VISION FOR FUTURE

The new leader of Tees Valley Business Board has set out his vision for a fresh, collaborative approach for the organisation to ensure business voices shape plans for the region’s future and drive economic growth.

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North East container firm celebrates 25th birthday by announcing major site redevelopment

A successful North East firm is marking 25 years in business by starting a major project on a key site. The Parsons Containers Group will redevelop its Darlington A66 depot, reinforcing its status as the company’s operational hub and positioning the business for its next phase of growth.

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