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Friday 7 January 2022

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TOP STORY

A North West-based specialist services provider has been acquired by counterpart Premier Technical Services Group (PTSG) in a deal that provides an exit for BGF.
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INSIDER FEATURE

Catherine Kennedy, head of development and head of housing & regeneration (property) at Forbes Solicitors, looks at the growing importance of risk management for the housing sector.
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DEALS

A manufacturer and supplier of engineering plastic, insulation and rubber products, has made an acquisition. 
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A Manchester-headquartered company has acquired a Canadian-based consultancy focused on sustainability in the agri-food sector.
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Dealmakers at Dow Schofield Watts' Northern offices almost doubled the volume and value of deals completed in 2021 in a bumper year.
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Deal making across the North of England has soared throughout 2021, with private equity houses completing almost 60 deals worth £19.1bn in the last 12 months.  
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Medequip, a provider of community equipment and complementary services which employs more than 1,000 people, has been snapped up by an umbrella organisation for a group of companies and brands specialising in medical equipment for healthcare organisations and private individuals. Clearwater International advised on the deal.
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INSIDER FEATURE

Billy Green, chief executive of London Lash, says with the ever-changing landscape around our places of work, it is important to ensure that employees feel valued, part of a team, and that the company is keeping them well informed. This article will detail some of the things London Lash is doing to help with this.
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Donall Caharty, partner at Beyond Corporate Law, says grievances between parties in any relationship are an unfortunate fact of life. When it comes to business too - internal feuds, boardroom disputes or misbehaviour can result in relationship breakdowns between shareholders. Fortunately, certain aggrieved parties in this type of relationship may have remedies to alleviate the 'break-up'. This is where unfair prejudice claims play a crucial role.
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PROPERTY

Plans have been submitted for a new build-to-rent residential development, which includes a 34-storey tower, in Manchester city centre.
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Manchester brewery Cloudwater is the latest independent business to set its sights on the Kampus garden neighbourhood, with plans for a new flagship venue. 
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An accountancy and business advisory firm has more than doubled the size of its Manchester office to support further staff and client growth.
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INSIDER FEATURE

Claire Reid, partner at Hall Brown Family Law, looks at how to protect your business and prepare for all eventualities.
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UK construction costs have increased significantly over the last 12 months. Guy Owen, a partner within the Building Consultancy Division at Sanderson Weatherall, considers what the next 12 months will bring and what increases in costs might mean for residential developers.
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BUSINESS

Food and drink giant Princes has reported increased profits and revenue in its latest financial results.
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An Altrincham-based care home provider has revealed plans to create about 800 new jobs.
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Motor retail and aftersales service group Lookers is set to post record underlying profit before tax and aims to restore dividends alongside its full-year results. The business also updated on an ongoing strategic review.
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Manchester United has confirmed the appointment of Richard Arnold as chief executive of the club.
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A Liverpool-based Covid testing services provider has reached a major milestone.
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MANUFACTURING

A Lancashire-based pet food, healthcare and accessories manufacturer has submitted plans for a major expansion, which would create dozens of new jobs. 
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The UK's new car market grew during 2021 but remained below pre-pandemic levels, according to the latest figures.
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OTHER NEWS

 

MEMBER NEWS

 

A Cheshire-based property surveying and consultancy services company has appointed a new non-executive director.
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The Institute of Directors has boosted its Manchester team with a new appointment. 
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