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Revealed: All the winners from the 2026 Staffordshire Chambers Business Awards as family-run engineering firm take top gong

Staffordshire’s most outstanding businesses were honoured last night at the 11th annual Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce Business Awards. Held in the Final Furlong Marquee at Uttoxeter Racecourse, the awards drew the biggest crowd in their history as hundreds of guests gathered to celebrate the achievements of local businesses. It was

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Liam Dillon celebrates National Chef of the Year recognition

Top chef Liam Dillon has added another major accolade to a successful year after being named Restaurant/Hotel Chef of the Year by the British Culinary

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First wild beaver born in Staffordshire for more than 400 years captured on camera 

The first beaver to be born in the wild in Staffordshire for more than 400 years has been captured on camera by Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. 

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Homegrown rhubarb gin shines on global stage

A gin made using rhubarb grown in the gardens of a stately home on the Staffordshire / Shropshire border has won an international award just three years after launching its first

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100,000-signature petition sparks Commons ceramics debate 

Stoke-on-Trent's three MPs joined colleagues from across Staffordshire in Parliament to press the Government for greater long-term support for the ceramics industry during a debate

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100,000-signature petition sparks Commons ceramics debate 

Portmeirion secures $2.7m US tariff refund

Two former Denby directors to join Portmeirion Group

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Innovation pays off as Russell Roof Tiles’ Bute3® scoops top roofing award

Southgate Global invests £250k in new Staffordshire innovation lab

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EXCLUSIVE: Interim vice chancellor spells out investment in gaming as an incubator for new business and growth across county

By Professor Philip Plowden, Interim Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive, University of Staffordshire.

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Partnership project celebrated for helping SMEs combat cyber threats

A collaborative project created to help SMEs tackle growing cyber security threats has been recognised by an awards scheme celebrating outstanding learning and development partnerships.

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Knights doubles revenue over five years and celebrates latest set of strong results

National legal and professional services business Knights is looking ahead to another

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Portmeirion secures $2.7m US tariff refund

Homewares company Portmeirion Group has secured a $2.7 million refund from the US Treasury as

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Wayne Goodall: Hosting a UK-first VR training exposition for lifeguards & the life-saving conversation every family should have this summer

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Keele to honour F1 doctor, renowned scientist and cherry blossom expert at graduation 

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University secures new Army contract as public sector training tops 10,000 professionals 

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University celebrates impact of business, education and public service leaders

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Liam Dillon celebrates National Chef of the Year recognition

Top chef Liam Dillon has added another major accolade to a successful year after being named Restaurant/Hotel Chef of the Year by the British Culinary Federation (BCF).

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First wild beaver born in Staffordshire for more than 400 years captured on camera 

The first beaver to be born in the wild in Staffordshire for more than 400 years has been captured on camera by Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. 

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by Hayley Johnson
17 June 2026

Businesses honoured for backing Dougie Mac

More than 50 businesses and organisations have been recognised for this support of Dougie Mac at the charity’s annual Business

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Lucideon expands US footprint with new medical testing lab

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Helen Dos Santos: Prevention is the key to better workplace mental health 

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Care company creates new Staffordshire hub

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Hobb celebrates 30 years of supporting businesses across Staffordshire 

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Last chance to join exclusive reveal of chef Cris Cohen’s latest venture

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Ian Knight: Ignore the noise and make AI work for your business

Wayne Goodall: Hosting a UK-first VR training exposition for lifeguards & the life-saving conversation every family should have this summer

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Felix Wiley: How work experience students can benefit your business

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Knights doubles revenue over five years and celebrates latest set of strong results

National legal and professional services business Knights is looking ahead to another year of growth after a positive set of

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New service gives businesses free access to IP law specialists

A new service has been launched offering businesses a free introductory consultation with specialists in intellectual property (IP) law.

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Councillors approve £100m Fradley distribution centre plan 

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Swiss giant snaps up Drac Logistics in rescue deal

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New phase of roadworks begins near major Stafford housing scheme

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