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October 30, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Commsave Credit Union Raises Over £3,000 for The Air Ambulance Service

Commsave Credit Union has been recognised as a leading fundraiser in the 2025 Franklins £50 Challenge, raising more than £3,000 for The Air Ambulance Service – and earning the title of Runner-Up Overall as well as Fearless…
Commsave Credit Union Raises Over £3,000 for The Air Ambulance Service
Commsave Credit Union has been recognised as a leading fundraiser in the 2025 Franklins £50 Challenge, raising more than £3,000 for The Air Ambulance Service – and earning the title of Runner-Up Overall as well as Fearless Fundraisers. The Franklins £50 Challenge is an annual community initiative run by Franklins Solicitors LLP that encourages businesses and community groups to turn an initial £50 into as much as possible for local good causes.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Gather & Create for a new innovative experience

A brand-new bimonthly series of hands-on creative events has launched at Northampton’s Vulcan Works. The popular town centre workspace launched its first ever Gather & Create @ Vulcan Works event last night, hosted by podcaster and voice actor Andrew…
Gather & Create for a new innovative experience
A brand-new bimonthly series of hands-on creative events has launched at Northampton’s Vulcan Works. The popular town centre workspace launched its first ever Gather & Create @ Vulcan Works event last night, hosted by podcaster and voice actor Andrew Bond. The practical workshop explored the complex connection between mental health and creativity and looked at the emotional and psychological challenges that often accompany creative work.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Kind-hearted Telford law firm set for oarsome Dragon Boat Festival

A team of Telford lawyers are set to tackle this year’s Severn Hospice Dragon Boat race to raise thousands of pounds for the much-loved hospice. Eighteen solicitors and support staff from mfg Solicitors will go head-to-head against…
Kind-hearted Telford law firm set for oarsome Dragon Boat Festival
A team of Telford lawyers are set to tackle this year’s Severn Hospice Dragon Boat race to raise thousands of pounds for the much-loved hospice. Eighteen solicitors and support staff from mfg Solicitors will go head-to-head against over 50 other teams on Sunday 20 July in front of thousands of spectators on the River Severn as they race between the Pengwern and Shrewsbury School Boat Clubs.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Leading recruitment company joins vibrant Stoke-on-Trent business community hub

A leading recruitment company have joined a vibrant city centre business community marking an exciting new chapter of growth, collaboration and opportunity in the heart of the city. Hays UK&I, leading specialist in…
Leading recruitment company joins vibrant Stoke-on-Trent business community hub
A leading recruitment company have joined a vibrant city centre business community marking an exciting new chapter of growth, collaboration and opportunity in the heart of the city. Hays UK&I, leading specialist in workforce solutions and recruitment- who have been operating in Stoke-on-Trent for more than 20 years - were previously based at Church House, but have now relocated to Smithfield Works, in Hanley where 11 staff will be based.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Burton-Based HR Expert Speaks at Major British Chambers of Commerce Conference

A leading HR voice from SOCOTEC UK and Ireland recently spoke at the 2025 Global Annual Conference (GAC), organised by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Lisa Massey, HR Director at SOCOTEC UK and Ireland, and…
Burton-Based HR Expert Speaks at Major British Chambers of Commerce Conference
A leading HR voice from SOCOTEC UK and Ireland recently spoke at the 2025 Global Annual Conference (GAC), organised by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Lisa Massey, HR Director at SOCOTEC UK and Ireland, and member of the BCC’s Employment Expert Panel, sat on the, ‘Boosting access to an employable workforce’, panel at the 2025 edition of the GAC, held at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in London on 26th June 2025.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and Birmingham Contemporary Music Group join forces for landmark concert in Japan

The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) and Birmingham Contemporary Music Group (BCMG), two of Birmingham’s leading arts organisations, are performing a landmark series…
City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and Birmingham Contemporary Music Group join forces for landmark concert in Japan
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) and Birmingham Contemporary Music Group (BCMG), two of Birmingham’s leading arts organisations, are performing a landmark series of concerts together across Japan this summer. The collaboration embodies Birmingham’s commitment to artistic excellence and the city’s position as an artistic leader on the world stage. The CBSO’s tour runs from June 28 – July 6th, 2025, with eight concerts scheduled in key cities including Ngoya, Hyogo, Tokyo, Fukuoka, Kyoto and Yokohama.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Firms co-host Royal Three Counties Show drinks event

Law firm mfg Solicitors and property specialists Fisher German co-hosted a drinks reception at the 2025 Royal Three Counties Show. Over 100 people attended the event at Malvern’s Three Counties Showground as part of the annual three-day…
Firms co-host Royal Three Counties Show drinks event
Law firm mfg Solicitors and property specialists Fisher German co-hosted a drinks reception at the 2025 Royal Three Counties Show. Over 100 people attended the event at Malvern’s Three Counties Showground as part of the annual three-day showpiece which celebrates rural life, agriculture, business and the community. Guests from across the farming, property and rural business sectors were treated to drinks and canapes, overlooking the 90-acre showground and the Malvern Hills.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Accountants provide free education on new tax system

Businesses can benefit from free education on the UK’s new digital tax system from a team of award-winning accountants. Elsby & Co has invited more than 70 of its existing clients to a series of in-person Making Tax Digital seminars in July and…
Accountants provide free education on new tax system
Businesses can benefit from free education on the UK’s new digital tax system from a team of award-winning accountants. Elsby & Co has invited more than 70 of its existing clients to a series of in-person Making Tax Digital seminars in July and it may also run a free webinar on the topic for prospective clients. Making Tax Digital is being introduced in stages and will ultimately make it compulsory for all businesses to use HMRC-approved accounting software to keep tax records, submit tax data and make payments.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM
KPMG expands footprint in Nottingham with new city centre office move

Professional services firm KPMG UK has relocated its Nottingham-based team to a new office in the heart of the city centre, with immediate effect. The move, to fully refurbished 8,000 sq ft premises on the 7th floor of EastWest…
KPMG expands footprint in Nottingham with new city centre office move
Professional services firm KPMG UK has relocated its Nottingham-based team to a new office in the heart of the city centre, with immediate effect. The move, to fully refurbished 8,000 sq ft premises on the 7th floor of EastWest building on Tollhouse Hill, forms part of KPMG’s long-term regional growth strategy and ongoing commitment to expand in the East Midlands.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Derby IT Firm Secures Top 3 Spot Among East Midlands Managed Service Providers

Derby-based PKF Infuse has made the Channel Futures annual MSP 501 list for the second year in a row, ranking in the top three for Managed Service Providers in the East Midlands. The accolade follows another year of…
Derby IT Firm Secures Top 3 Spot Among East Midlands Managed Service Providers
Derby-based PKF Infuse has made the Channel Futures annual MSP 501 list for the second year in a row, ranking in the top three for Managed Service Providers in the East Midlands. The accolade follows another year of substantial growth for PKF Infuse, which has grown by 22% year-on-year since 2020. Previously, PKF was ranked 266th worldwide, and seventh in the UK in 2024.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Northants company named as Ambassador of local college as it digs in to help bridge skills gap in county

A leading UK-based vegetation management and landscaping contractor is helping to put arboriculture back on the map again by joining forces with Moulton College to become its first Ambassador.…
Northants company named as Ambassador of local college as it digs in to help bridge skills gap in county
A leading UK-based vegetation management and landscaping contractor is helping to put arboriculture back on the map again by joining forces with Moulton College to become its first Ambassador. Kev Garfield, head of business support at VMS Ltd was presented the accolade during the Student Awards held at Moulton College on Wednesday 18th June, where 27 students were recognised for outstanding achievement.
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 3:28 PM
80% of people suffer from severe pet holiday guilt when going away

When it comes to planning a holiday, pet care is often one of the biggest sources of stress for owners. A recent travel survey* by selfcatering.co.uk found that 80% of UK dog owners admit to experiencing acute feelings of guilt…
80% of people suffer from severe pet holiday guilt when going away
When it comes to planning a holiday, pet care is often one of the biggest sources of stress for owners. A recent travel survey* by selfcatering.co.uk found that 80% of UK dog owners admit to experiencing acute feelings of guilt when going on holiday without their pets, so much so that 37% of families even change their holiday plans so they can now travel with their dogs.
newsfromwales.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Owner of Starfield Sanctuary Hospitalised – Urgent Appeal for Animal Care Volunteers

Carmarthenshire, Wales – An urgent appeal has been launched for volunteers to help care for more than 100 animals at a local animal sanctuary after its founder was taken seriously ill. Jane Baker, the dedicated…
Owner of Starfield Sanctuary Hospitalised – Urgent Appeal for Animal Care Volunteers
Carmarthenshire, Wales – An urgent appeal has been launched for volunteers to help care for more than 100 animals at a local animal sanctuary after its founder was taken seriously ill. Jane Baker, the dedicated owner of Starfield Sanctuary in Carmarthenshire, has suffered a heart attack and is currently recovering in hospital. With more than 106 rescued animals in her care, the sanctuary is now in urgent need of support from volunteers to ensure the welfare of the animals during her absence.
newsfromwales.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 1:59 PM
de Novo Solutions Sponsors Future F1 Talent Daniella Sutton — A Young Woman Breaking Barriers in Motorsports

de Novo Solutions, a leading digital transformation company, is proud to announce its sponsorship of 16-year-old racing sensation Daniella Sutton for the 2025 motorsport season. As Daniella…
de Novo Solutions Sponsors Future F1 Talent Daniella Sutton — A Young Woman Breaking Barriers in Motorsports
de Novo Solutions, a leading digital transformation company, is proud to announce its sponsorship of 16-year-old racing sensation Daniella Sutton for the 2025 motorsport season. As Daniella prepares to compete in the FIA-certified Formula 4 British Championship—a critical step on her path toward Formula 1—this partnership reflects de Novo's commitment to backing exceptional talent who embody the company's core values.
newsfromwales.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 1:43 PM
SASC Announces £2m Social Investment Funding for Supported Housing Providers in Coventry and Warwickshire

Charities and social enterprises in Coventry and Warwickshire that provide supported housing for vulnerable people can now access up to £2 million—or more, if there is demonstrable need for…
SASC Announces £2m Social Investment Funding for Supported Housing Providers in Coventry and Warwickshire
Charities and social enterprises in Coventry and Warwickshire that provide supported housing for vulnerable people can now access up to £2 million—or more, if there is demonstrable need for additional funding—in flexible, long-term social investment through Social and Sustainable Capital’s (SASC) Social and Sustainable Housing Fund II (SASH II). Data from the government’s annual ‘Rough sleeping snapshot’ in England…
businessinthemidlands.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Hidden Gem Maes Mynan Park Opens Its Gates for Charity Garden Day

A luxury holiday park tucked away in one of the UK’s most breathtaking landscapes is set to unveil the splendour of its 120-acre estate for a charitable cause. Maes Mynan Park, situated in the peaceful village of Afonwen near…
Hidden Gem Maes Mynan Park Opens Its Gates for Charity Garden Day
A luxury holiday park tucked away in one of the UK’s most breathtaking landscapes is set to unveil the splendour of its 120-acre estate for a charitable cause. Maes Mynan Park, situated in the peaceful village of Afonwen near Caerwys in Flintshire, will welcome visitors on Saturday, July 12 as part of the National Open Garden Scheme (NGS)—an initiative that has raised millions of pounds for nursing and health charities over the years.
newsfromwales.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 11:11 AM
The Best Countries For Tech Investment Revealed

An entrepreneur has shared his advice on the best countries to focus on if you want to make the most of a tech investment. British businessman and investor James Disney-May, who works with a range of technology companies across the UK, Europe and the…
The Best Countries For Tech Investment Revealed
An entrepreneur has shared his advice on the best countries to focus on if you want to make the most of a tech investment. British businessman and investor James Disney-May, who works with a range of technology companies across the UK, Europe and the US, believes the West still offers many of the best opportunities for investment in innovation.
newsfromwales.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 10:24 AM