Budget 2016: “Low key for property”
A leading property expert has responded to this afternoon’s budget, which saw George Osborne announce new measures helping young people…
Post Budget comment – Icon Plastics
Companies that buy raw materials from Europe and pay in Euros are facing increased costs now as uncertainty caused by…
Budget response: Graham Robb, chair of the Institute of Directors, North East
This was a good budget for business and the self-employed. The cuts to small business rates will be welcome as…
Budget reaction from NE1 CEO Sean Bullick
Sean Bullick, CEO of NE1, Newcastle’s Business Improvement District (BID) has welcomed measures in the Chancellor’s budget to improve northern…
Post Budget comment
The extra focus on improving northern schools is fantastic news.
Budget Reaction from Yarm School headmaster, David Dunn
Yarm School headmaster David Dunn has welcomed the Chancellor’s announcement on extending the school day with extra-curricular activities.
Budget 2016 Fails to Stem Energy Sector Uncertainty
The Government spurned the chance to secure thousands of jobs and billions in North East investment, leaving jobs in energy…
‘Osborne’s Budget has failed Teesside’ – Tom Blenkinsop MP
Today’s Budget provided no clear indication that this Tory Government have any intention of turning the fortunes of Teesside around,…
Budget comment from Ken Wilson & Associates (KWA)
Newcastle-based Ken Wilson & Associates (KWA) said the corporation tax cut and changes to the way business rates are calculated…
NECC Intial Reaction to the Chancellor’s Budget
We are pleased our lobbying has helped secure a firm commitment to upgrade both the A66 and A69 which are…
Budget comment: Chancellor praised for business-friendly measures
Peterlee-based KF Training described the Chancellor’s words as “a Budget for small businesses”.
Alnwick bio-fuel specialist sees rapid growth in demand for consultancy expertise
A North East biomass energy specialist has advised the UK Government on the future costs of biomass in a mass…
New £1 million competition to boost rail tourism
Competition aimed at heritage and community railways to make it easier to travel across the UK by rail launched.
Getting smart with your energy
Government has allowed suppliers to try out different ways of helping people monitor their energy use with smart meters by…
Planned roadworks in the North East: summary for Monday 8 to 14 February 2016
All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.