Boarded-up high streets brought back to life with £210m boost
Derelict high street buildings will be transformed into shared workspaces, cafes and community hubs, to bring people back into town centres as part of a £210m package. People are proud
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Free Webinar to Help Business Owners Understand Their Responsibilities as Company Directors
Whether you’re planning to launch a new business, have recently incorporated a company, or are already running a limited company, understanding your legal responsibilities is vital to long-term success. To
Chancellor to unlock billions in finance for small businesses
Tens of thousands of small businesses to receive a boost, as Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces most significant reforms to small business finance in years. The changes will help businesses grow,
Hanwood Park comes alive as more than 200 people attend Community Wellbeing Day
Dance performances, yoga sessions and family activities helped draw more than 200 residents and visitors to Hanwood Park’s recent Community Wellbeing Day – as the growing community came together for
Innovation and collaboration showcased at Merged Futures 8
West Northamptonshire Council joined partners from across the county at Merged Futures 8, a leading technology and innovation events, held at the University of Northampton’s Waterside Campus. It brought together organisations from the
Outdoor cinema event brings big screen fun to Market Square
Families in Northampton can enjoy a day of free outdoor cinema on Saturday, 18 July, as Movies on the Square transforms the town centre into a giant open-air big screen
Royal Mail collection cap risks hitting small retailers at the busiest time of year, says Bira
A leading independent retailers association has warned that a new cap on Royal Mail’s daily business collection capacity could cause serious problems for small retailers during the most important trading
First ever award goes to dynamic director
The powerhouse female operations director at Acorn Safety Services won a brand-new award at the National Business Women’s Awards 2026 on Friday (5th June). Zeynep Guzelkasap was the first-ever recipient
Web Alliance named finalist in The National Small Business Awards 2026
Northampton’s Web Alliance has been named a finalist in The National Small Business Awards 2026. The bespoke software development company has been shortlisted in the Professional Services Small Business category, recognising
Employers urged to review workplace facilities as Menopause Action Plans become mandatory
UK employers are being encouraged to review their workplace washroom facilities following the introduction of Menopause Action Plans in April, and ahead of plans to make them mandatory for organisations