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Young County Durham business executive secures national award

Posted on the 05 Jun 2026

A County Durham business executive is celebrating after winning a national award. Ryan Tempest, customer journey manager for U Hold The Key at Sedgefield based Parsons Containers Group, has been named Young Storage Network (YSN) Operator Member of the Year at the Self Storage Association (SSA) UK Annual Industry Awards 2026.

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Setting a new standard: national win for The Tempus shines light on region's distinctive hospitality scene

Posted on the 04 Jun 2026

The Tempus, Northumberland has won Gold at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence to become the country’s Small Hotel of the Year 2026, setting a new national standard and shining a light on the region’s distinctive hospitality scene.

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Newcastle Cycling Brand Accelerates Growth with Strategic NPIF II – NEL Investment

Posted on the 02 Jun 2026

A strategic investment is supporting the next stage of growth for premium cycling clothing brand Attacus. The funding comes from NPIF II – NEL Smaller Loans, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II).

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One thing I’ve learnt

Posted on the 01 Jun 2026

In our One Thing I've Learnt series, Entrepreneurs’ Forum ambassadors and honorary members reveal one lesson that has shaped how they build their businesses. Providing a source of inspiration for anyone following in their footsteps, our guest editors share some of the business challenges they’ve faced and what they taught them.

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Where the Built Environment Connects: Constructing Links 2026

Posted on the 28 May 2026

Constructing Links 2026 returns on Friday 5th June at Middlesbrough’s Riverside Stadium — bringing together professionals from construction, engineering, infrastructure and the wider supply chain for an afternoon built around real conversations, new connections and future opportunities.

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Edwards Commercial Cleaning strengthens Yorkshire presence with new office

Posted on the 28 May 2026

Edwards Commercial Cleaning has announced the opening of its new Yorkshire office at The Junction in Wakefield. This marks another significant milestone in the company's continued growth across the North East and Yorkshire.

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Hay & Kilner strengthens commercial property and corporate teams

Posted on the 27 May 2026

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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Phonetic Digital shortlisted for two Living Wage Champion Awards

Posted on the 27 May 2026

Sunderland digital agency recognised for fair pay leadership and work championing the real Living Wage across the region.

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Spring Statement: What It Means For Your Business

Posted on the 26 May 2026

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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Young County Durham business executive secures national award

Setting a new standard: national win for The Tempus shines light on region's distinctive hospitality scene

Newcastle Cycling Brand Accelerates Growth with Strategic NPIF II – NEL Investment

One thing I’ve learnt

Where the Built Environment Connects: Constructing Links 2026

Edwards Commercial Cleaning strengthens Yorkshire presence with new office

Hay & Kilner strengthens commercial property and corporate teams

Phonetic Digital shortlisted for two Living Wage Champion Awards

Spring Statement: What It Means For Your Business

Maven strengthens North East team

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