Here are some of the top business stories making the national headlines. Average five-year mortgage rate hits 6% for first time in three years The average interest rate on a new five-year
Staffordshire-based B2B marketing agency Big Reputation is celebrating its third birthday after a milestone year that has included a new office, an expanded range of expertise and a growing portfolio of national and international clients. Founded by Chartered Marketer Chelsea Spencer, Big Reputation helps ambitious B2B businesses build stronger brands
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With school and college leavers now entering the jobs market, Staffordshire businesses are being encouraged to consider apprenticeships as a practical way to tackle skills shortages and strengthen their future workforce. Jane Tunnicliff, Director of Apprenticeships at Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG), says summer is a key recruitment period
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One of Staffordshire’s most historic country homes is set to open its doors to the public next month for an exclusive charity evening in support of the Dougie Mac Hospice. Business leaders taking part in this year’s Strictly Knot Dancing fundraiser are hosting ‘A Night to Remember’ at Barlaston Hall
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A runner inspired by Staffordshire Chambers’ monthly run club is set to take on the 2027 London Marathon in support of the Staffordshire Network for Mental Health (SNfMH) charity. Justin Pover, who works in the Business Engagement team at the University of Staffordshire, will tackle the iconic 26.2-mile race next
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An award-winning Staffordshire insurance broker has thrown its support behind the county’s business community by becoming a Patron of Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce. Independent insurance broker amb Insurance has joined the Chamber’s growing Patron network, where it will work alongside other leading organisations to support business growth, collaboration and economic
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A Stoke-on-Trent born Ex-SAS Sergeant Major and star of Channel 4’s ‘SAS: Who Dares Wins’ has been confirmed as the keynote speaker for Let’s Do Business 2026. Melvyn Downes will take to the stage at Uttoxeter Racecourse on Thursday, 8 October to share his experiences on leadership, resilience and the
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Applications are now open for the 2026 East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire Business Awards. Now in its 16th year, the annual awards ceremony recognises the achievements of businesses across East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire, celebrating their innovation, creativity and success over the past year and beyond. Last year attracted a
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Finalists, sponsors and guests can relive a record-breaking night at the Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce Business Awards thanks to an online image gallery. Over 500 images from the ceremony, held last Thursday at Uttoxeter Racecourse, are now free to view, captured by ACJ Media and the Chambers’ team of professional
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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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Businesses importing steel into the UK are being urged to review the latest trade measures following the introduction of new rules affecting tariff-free quotas and import duties. The changes reduce the volume of steel that can be brought into the UK without incurring tariffs, with imports above quota now subject
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