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Over 1,000 Staffordshire businesses are expected to descend on Uttoxeter Racecourse tomorrow for the return of Let’s Do Business. Hosted by Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce, Let’s Do Business has grown to become the region’s biggest annual business expo, drawing professionals, entrepreneurs and decision-makers from across the county to network and
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This year, Currie Young Insolvency & Restructuring celebrates its 10th anniversary. Since launching in 2015, the firm has grown from its Staffordshire roots into a trusted boutique practice with a reputation for clear, practical advice. At the heart of that journey has been co-founder Steve Currie. With a career spanning
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A local law firm is helping to bring a sanctuary for parents who have lost a pregnancy or baby closer to reality. Myers & Co Solicitors has donated £2,500 to the University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM) Charity appeal to build a dedicated outdoor contemplation area at Royal Stoke University
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The final set of finalists for the 2025 East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire Business Awards have been revealed. Organisers received a record-breaking number of applications this year, with finalists selected from a diverse range of businesses across the region. Winners will be revealed at the prestigious Gala Awards Evening on 13 November,
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The first set of finalists for the 2025 East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire Business Awards have been revealed. Organisers received a record-breaking number of applications this year, with finalists selected from a diverse range of businesses across the region. Winners will be revealed at the prestigious Gala Awards Evening on
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A historic Staffordshire football club is celebrating its 150th year with new energy and cost-saving floodlights thanks to a county council grant. Stafford Rangers’ latest ground improvement is a full state-of-the art LED floodlight upgrade – made possible through the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS), a Staffordshire County Council led
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A record number of businesses have submitted applications for the 2025 East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire Business Awards, organisers have revealed. And a full list of finalists is set to be revealed exclusively in Focus on Friday tomorrow morning. Now in its 15th year, the awards recognise the achievements of
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Through the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS), small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Stoke and Staffordshire can access a free professional audit to identify opportunities for savings. Even better, eligible businesses can apply for funding of up to £100,000 to put the recommended technologies into place — supporting upgrades that cut costs
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Three leading experts in media strategy, customer experience and personal branding addressed a packed audience of more than 100 local businesses at Staffordshire Chambers’ latest Big Business Breakfast event. ‘Building Brands and Silencing Scandals’ was staged at the bet365 Stadium and offered practical insights into how organisations can strengthen their
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Through the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS), small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Stoke and Staffordshire can access a free professional audit to identify opportunities for savings. Even better, eligible businesses can apply for funding of up to £100,000 to put the recommended technologies into place — supporting upgrades that
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