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Hay & Kilner strengthens commercial property and corporate teams

Leading North East law firm Hay & Kilner has strengthened its commercial offering with the appointment of two new lawyers as it continues to invest in talent and support growing client demand across the region and beyond.

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Spring Statement: What It Means For Your Business

The Chancellor’s Spring Statement in March was deliberately low key, serving as a progress update rather than a platform for major tax announcements. With the government committed to one main fiscal event each year, significant policy changes were always expected to wait until the Autumn Budget.

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Maven strengthens North East team

Private equity and investment firm Maven Capital Partners has appointed Katie Bohill and Niall Choat as investment managers within its North East team.

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Pacifica appoints chief people officer

Houghton-le-Spring-based appliance repair and warranty provider Pacifica has promoted Vikki Weston to the newly created role of chief people officer.

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The Sunday Times announces Robson Laidler Accountants in the Best Places to Work 2026

The official Sunday Times Best Places to Work list, in partnership with leading employee experience platform WorkL, has been published online today and has listed North East-based Robson Laidler Accountants for the third consecutive year. 

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North East hotelier honoured amongst UK hospitality ‘Power List’

A North East hotelier has been recognised in a 2026 hospitality power list for her above-and-beyond work to promote and support hospitality and tourism within the region.

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Rewriting the rules

Nicola Wood, founder of The Wonderful Wig Company and winner of the Entrepreneurs’ Forum Impact Award for 2025, is on a mission to transform the way we perceive and treat hair loss.

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Ward Hadaway announces 5 promotions including 2 partners

Top 100 UK law firm Ward Hadaway has announced 5 promotions in Newcastle, including Hollie Ball and Tom Shears to partner.

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North East Entrepreneurs Remain Ambitious Despite Political Uncertainty And Rising Costs

North East entrepreneurs remain optimistic about growth despite ongoing economic pressures, according to a live audience poll conducted at this week’s Entrepreneurs’ Forum Annual Conference in Durham.

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Is This You? secures a partnership with Sage

North East executive coaching firm Is This You? has partnered with Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and medium-sized businesses, to design and deliver coaching for its High Performance Programme, a bespoke 12-month leadership development initiative for high-potential leaders in Sage’s IT division.

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