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£6m boost for Stoke-on-Trent rug firm as it marks 30th anniversary

Stoke-on-Trent-based Think Rugs is marking its 30th anniversary with a major commercial boost after securing new partnerships with Laura Ashley and Joules worth a combined £6 million.

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New Feature Focus magazine arrives at Let’s Do Business today – with limited number of delegate tickets remaining

The autumn edition of Feature Focus magazine arrives at Let’s Do Business today, with copies available for delegates to collect at Uttoxeter Racecourse. Now in

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New categories and public vote announced for Staffordshire tourism awards 

Two new categories have been added to the Visit Staffordshire & Stoke-on-Trent Tourism Awards after the scheme attracted a record number of entries for a

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Free business workshops launched for young Stoke-on-Trent entrepreneurs

Aspiring and growing entrepreneurs are being encouraged to sign up for a new series of business‑boosting workshops launching in Stoke‑on‑Trent.

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Plans for up to 65 new jobs after £9.5m investment by Burntwood manufacturer 

A Burntwood-based security seals designer and manufacturer is looking to double its workforce in the next few years thanks to a major £9.5 million investment.

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Six-figure investment secured by historic ceramics firm

Keele steps up innovation drive with new advanced materials and AI centres

JCB order puts Potteries-made fine china on the global stage

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Ceramics firm enters new market with first-ever glaze range

JCB smashes world record with 406mph hydrogen-powered car

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Agency helps launch Royal Enfield’s electric motorcycle 

Stoke-on-Trent content agency Inspired Film and Video has played a central role in the international launch of Royal Enfield’s new all‑electric Flying Flea C6 motorcycle.

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Free cyber security workshop launched 

Small and medium-sized businesses can pick up free advice on protecting themselves from cyber threats at a workshop taking place later this month.

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‘Positive injection’ for housing market as Tamworth builder backs new scheme

Tamworth‑based housebuilder The Owl Group has welcomed the launch of a new

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Longton Banking Hub to bring face-to-face banking back to town

Work is set to begin on Longton’s new Banking Hub after hundreds

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Free business workshops launched for young Stoke-on-Trent entrepreneurs

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Free cyber security workshop launched 

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Staffordshire colleges welcome vocational GCSE plans and work experience drive

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NSCG selected as one of nine national hubs for technical education

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£6m boost for Stoke-on-Trent rug firm as it marks 30th anniversary

Stoke-on-Trent-based Think Rugs is marking its 30th anniversary with a major commercial boost after securing new partnerships with Laura Ashley and Joules worth a combined £6 million.

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New categories and public vote announced for Staffordshire tourism awards 

Two new categories have been added to the Visit Staffordshire & Stoke-on-Trent Tourism Awards after the scheme attracted a record number of entries for a second consecutive year.

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by Jon Owen
7 October 2026

Endon business owner takes on 400-mile cycle for cancer charity 

A physiotherapy owner in Endon has cycled almost 400 miles from Lands End to Stoke-on-Trent in a bid to raise

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Café expansion to bring new pilates studio to town centre

Staffordshire trio named among Nation’s Favourite Businesses

Hundreds set to benefit as hospice care expands across Staffordshire

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North Staffs Mind marks 50 years with a gala dinner celebration

Big Reputation celebrates third birthday following its best year yet

Older Than USA: A free day of discovery at Spode

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Stuart Elford: Budget must turn growth promises into jobs for Staffordshire

Sue Green: Sometimes you just have to take the first step

Professor Philip Plowden: Staffordshire’s businesses need universities to help deliver the workforce of the future

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Beswicks Legal appoints new corporate partner with 30 years’ experience

Beswicks Legal has boosted its corporate team with the appointment of a new partner.

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Knights to welcome almost 200 lawyers in £31m expansion

Law firm Knights is set to add almost 200 additional lawyers to the Newcastle-under-Lyme-based business after agreeing two acquisitions worth

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New Sainsbury’s Local planned for Trentham showroom site

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Hundreds of Ocado jobs coming to Stoke-on-Trent after logistics deal

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Councillors approve £100m Fradley distribution centre plan 

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