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£4.5m holiday activities programme contract to boost Stoke-on-Trent’s voluntary sector

Independent charity The Hubb Foundation has won a £4.5 million contract to manage holiday activities and opportunities for Stoke-on-Trent’s most vulnerable children.

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Fresh £6m plans land for historic Spode site

More plans for the future of the historic Spode site have gone in to Stoke-on-Trent City Council, following yesterday’s news of the £24 million green

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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 part of a tariff repayment claim.

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

An F1 doctor who helped save a driver's life in one of motorsport's most dramatic crashes, an internationally acclaimed scientist and a leading Japanese cherry blossom expert

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£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

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Portmeirion secures $2.7m US tariff refund

Two former Denby directors to join Portmeirion Group

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

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

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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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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. 

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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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Older Than USA: A free day of discovery at Spode

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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Felix Wiley: How work experience students can benefit your business

Armed Forces Week: Jane Shepherd on why employers should support the military community

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

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Myers & Co unveils expansion plans with new office and job creation 

A Stoke-on-Trent legal firm has secured a new office marking an important step in its growth. 

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KMC Legal & Finance expands headquarters after hiring spree boosts team

A Stafford-based law firm has increased its workforce by more than 60 per cent this year and is on course

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Businesses urged to back campaign for direct Manchester Airport rail link

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Logistics firm secures private equity backing to boost European expansion

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Jobs saved as Stoke-on-Trent haulage firm sold in pre-pack deal

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