Business courses to support growth proving popular
Dozens of businesses have signed up to take part in the latest in a series of fully funded business courses being held around the region. The... Read More
Thursday, July 27, 2017
BUSINESS
The latest news from business around East Durham and across the county.Latest East Durham Business News
Supreme Court has ruled Employment Tribunal fees are illegal
The Supreme Court has ruled that Employment Tribunal fees are illegal. Employment Tribunal fees are unlawful because of their effects on access to justice. During... Read More
Innovative East Durham companies encouraged to enter prestigious awards
Innovative companies from across East Durham are invited to apply for one of the country’s most prestigious business awards and get global recognition. The Queen’s Awards for... Read More
Peterlee firms join forces to bring jobs to area
Two Peterlee companies are working in partnership to bring jobs to the area. Energy consultancy Start Energy provides a unique procurement service to businesses in the public and... Read More
Smooth new start for former Horden student Margaret
A talented student from East Durham College has swapped her carers uniform for work overalls to become, she believes, one of only two qualified female... Read More
Budding entrepreneurs pursue path to self employment
More budding entrepreneurs than ever are choosing a path into self-employment, statistics show. A total of 7,180 people have opened a business in the North... Read More
Permanent jobs up for grabs at Mecaplast
One of the area’s biggest automotive manufacturers is recruiting. Mecaplast Peterlee has four permanent positions on offer. The company, based at Fiennes Road on the... Read More
Local companies extend support of business group
Two companies in the area have extended their long-term support of the Peterlee Business Park Group. GEM Premium People has once again committed to sponsoring... Read More
Apprentices aim for full time careers at Mecaplast
Four budding engineers are aiming to secure full time positions when they complete their apprenticeships with Mecaplast Peterlee. Connor Bennett, 18, Ryan Esteris, 19, Daniel... Read More
North East businesses inspired by skills courses
Businesses planning for growth after attending course Businesses who attended the latest in a series of fully funded development courses are utilising the skills they... Read More
Dozens of businesses pursuing routes to finance
Over 50 businesses from around the region have been given an insight into the support available to help them grow. Peterlee Business Park Group working... Read More
MP opens plumbing and heating firm’s business centre
Dyno franchise Dyno Plumbing and Heating North East has officially launched its impressive new business centre. Over 50 people including Local MP Phil Wilson attended... Read More
Funding and business support unveiled to regional firms
Businesses are being given the chance to find out more about the support available to help them grow. Peterlee Business Park Group has organised the... Read More
Young apprentice aims for GEM of a career
A young apprentice who swapped college for the workplace is carving out a successful career at one of Peterlee’s most successful recruitment companies. Hannah Price,... Read More
Funding pots to support business growth on offer at PBP event
Over 75 businesses from around the region have signed up to an event to showcase the funding pots available to help them grow. Firms from a... Read More
Young apprentice on road to successful KF Training career
A young apprentice is on the road to a successful career after completing the second stage of her training. Bethony Kirkup, who is employed at... Read More
Young engineers given chance to meet businesses at Oktoberfest
Budding engineers will be showcasing their capabilities to employers from across the region at Durham Oktoberfest, which this year celebrates its tenth birthday. An Education... Read More
Free recruitment service could help young people into work
Businesses are being offered a free recruitment service which could help young people into work. East Durham Business Service has introduced the service aimed at... Read More
Former footballer on target for business growth
A former Newcastle United footballer has announced plans for growth as his shredding business celebrates its fourth birthday. Graeme Carter from Wheatley Hill launched Shred... Read More
Businesses reminded of the importance of the ‘human’ touch
Businesses are being encouraged to put the ‘human’ touch back into staff development. HR expert Alison Schreiber from the HR Dept, Durham and Darlington, believes... Read More
Regional businesses sign up for funding support event
Over 50 businesses from around the region have signed up to an event to showcase the funding pots available to help them grow. Firms from a... Read More
Businesses aiming to secure financial support to grow
Dozens of businesses from County Durham’s engineering and manufacturing sectors are looking into funding programmes which could help them grow. County Durham Engineering and Manufacturing... Read More
Kelsey engineers career with ZF TRW
A global automotive supplier is putting women in the fast lane after taking on its first female engineer. Kelsey Richardson, 22, has been snapped up... Read More
Northumbrian Water confirmed as new Spectrum tenant
One of the region’s fastest growing business parks has secured its biggest private sector tenant. Northumbrian Water Limited (NWL) has chosen Spectrum Business Park in... Read More
Hundreds of thousands of pounds available to support business growth
Funding support worth hundreds of thousands of pounds to assist business growth is being outlined next month. Peterlee Business Park Group has organised a ‘Funding... Read More
Hartlepool cafe expands to cater for allergy sufferers
A family-run local café is expanding its product portfolio to meet demand for a ‘free-from’ range of allergen, gluten, and dairy free produce. Mary Lambert Artisan... Read More
6,000 jobs to be created in region over next three years
More than 6,000 new jobs will be created over the next three years by firms investing in the North East, new figures reveal today. The... Read More
Businesses offered help to win work from Durham County Council
Workshops to help businesses find out how to provide products and services to Durham County Council are being held this month. The free, full-day sessions... Read More
‘Outstanding’ news for Peterlee-based care training provider
A Peterlee-based training provider has been awarded ‘Outstanding’ in every area of provision by Ofsted. Northern Care Training is the only care provider in the North... Read More
Peterlee businessman in running for top national award
A businessman who founded Peterlee-based Bishop’s Beds over 10 years is in the running for a prestigious national award. David Gullane is vying for the... Read More
Sickness absence down but employers must do more
Sickness absence is at its lowest recorded level with the average number of days taken off work due to illness or injury down to 4.3... Read More
Peterlee training firm announces new digital academy
A training and development specialist has expanded into bigger premises following the introduction of a new digital division. KF Training, based at the Whitehouse Business... Read More
Dozens of businesses attend first EDBS growth course
Over 30 business owners and employees have attended the first of a series of courses designed to support company growth. The Boost your Business three-day... Read More
What impact will another general election have on County Durham businesses?
With yet another vote rapidly approaching, everyone is wondering what the future will hold. Will the Conservatives retain their power, or is there another electoral... Read More
Mum’s mealtime frustrations spill over into new baby business
A Durham mum who grew frustrated with the mess made during her baby daughter’s mealtimes has seen her new creation attract global attention. Just weeks... Read More
Future’s bright for Harbro’s latest recruits
A Peterlee lighting specialist has taken on two young people after accessing support through the DurhamWorks employment programme. Harbro Electrical Wholesale and Lighting, a family... Read More
Seaham dog salon has great tail to tell
A Seaham dog grooming salon has taken on a new recruit with the help of the DurhamWorks support programme. Tails, based on Tempest Road, has experienced... Read More
Event to look at supply chain opportunities for businesses
Businesses who are keen to expand their supply chain are encouraged to attend an event at East Durham College tomorrow (Tuesday). Peterlee Business Park and... Read More
Help for businesses to break into overseas markets
Lloyds Banking Group has announced a series of new pledges to help businesses export for the first time, improve their digital skills, and fulfil their... Read More
Durham golf resort marks anniversary with £50k investment
Ramside Hall Hotel and Golf Club, County Durham’s only 36-hole golf resort and hotel, has marked its 21st anniversary year by investing £50,000 into new... Read More
Student wins top regional award for up and coming chefs
The future is bright for a student who was crowned NECTA Future Chef 2017 by Peterlee-based Continental Chef Supplies. Newcastle College student Calum Bell was... Read More
Fully funded courses to help businesses grow
Business owners are being given the chance to gain qualifications which could help their company grow. East Durham Business Service (EDBS) has secured funding for... Read More
Two East Durham firms make FT1000 European list
Two East Durham companies have been listed among the fastest growing in Europe. Goodfellow and Goodfellow in Peterlee and Hadrian Technology in Seaham have been recognised... Read More
Plumbing and heating franchise creates jobs in Trimdon
A plumbing and heating franchise is expanding into Trimdon. Dyno Plumbing and Heating North East, part of the Dyno national franchise, is investing over £500,000... Read More
Budding entrepreneurs supported into self employment
Budding entrepreneurs are being given a helping hand to pursue a path into self-employment. East Durham Business Service (EDBS), based at Novus Business Centre, in... Read More
Training and recruitment company forecasts significant growth
A training and recruitment firm launched just a year ago has forecast significant growth over the next 12 months after doubling turnover. Aspen Wolf, based... Read More
Brewery company lands supermarket contract
A brewery company which specialises in gluten-free beers and lagers has secured a deal with a supermarket chain. Seaham-based Autumn Brewing Co has signed a... Read More
ResQ expansion continues with recruitment drive
A Seaham-based company, who came to the county last year as part of expansion plans from their Hull base, are now looking to expand their... Read More
Twenty new jobs just the start following launch of GAS’ Academy
A growing North East employer is creating 20 jobs by launching the first phase of a new rolling apprenticeship initiative. Seaham-based Great Annual Savings Group... Read More
International markets help North East businesses grow
Businesses stand a greater chance of surviving and growing if they export. That’s the message that came from Simon Crosby from the Department of International... Read More