Daily Staffordshire Business News

£24m Spode investment combines AI, jobs and heritage

£20 million plans for a higher than hi-tech data centre at the heart of Stoke-on-Trent have been given the green light, along with business developments accommodating 40 jobs.

Direct cremation provider eyes expansion after demand surge

A direct cremations business has tripled the number of families it is supporting during its first quarter of trading after launching earlier this year.

Fit-out firm expands with two new regional offices

A Uttoxeter commercial fit-out specialist has expanded its national presence with the opening of new regional offices in Bristol and Leeds, creating two new jobs as part

Heatwave couldn’t stop National Forest Adventure Farm’s Three Peaks challenge

A team of 11 employees from National Forest Adventure Farm have raised more than £8,000 for charity by tackling the UK’s three largest mountains during the recent

Hospitality VAT campaign continues after Government rules out cut

A Staffordshire entrepreneur has vowed to continue campaigning for VAT reform after the Government rejected calls to cut the rate on hospitality.

Industry

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Two former Denby directors to join Portmeirion Group

World famous pottery firm saved as it is taken on by former Burberry Group CEO

Call for ex-Dudson employees to share stories of historic pottery factory

Innovation

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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

Digital

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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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Financial

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Early-stage businesses encouraged to apply for Mo Chaudry’s £5m investment scheme

Early-stage businesses across Staffordshire are being invited to apply for a £5

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NBe Brokers triples office footprint after turnover surge

A commercial insurance broker has tripled its office space after doubling turnover

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Education & Training

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

University celebrates impact of business, education and public service leaders

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

STEM champion to lead City of Stoke Sixth Form College

Lifestyle & Leisure

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Heatwave couldn’t stop National Forest Adventure Farm’s Three Peaks challenge

A team of 11 employees from National Forest Adventure Farm have raised more than £8,000 for charity by tackling the UK’s three largest mountains during the recent heatwave – and are now aiming to push the total beyond £10,000.

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