Plans to develop a devolution deal for Surrey – in a bid to offer a "genuine opportunity to secure greater powers and responsibilities" for the area – could soon take a step forward. Read More
James Marler, director of business development (London and South East) at Arbuthnot Commercial Asset Based Lending, explores how businesses in the region can maximise their opportunities to drive growth through acquisitions this year. Read More
Egham-headquartered Spectris has agreed the sale of Omega Engineering in a deal worth £403m, with the listed company also lining up a £300m share buyback programme. Read More
Legal and professional services group Gateley has expanded with the acquisition of a multi-disciplinary chartered surveying practice in a deal worth up to £20m. Read More
Kent-headquartered Cripps Pemberton Greenish has advised BP Marsh & Company on its investment in Denison and Partners, in which it has acquired a 40 per cent stake. Read More
A 94-acre solar farm in North Somerset has been acquired by Kent County Council and LASER Energy in a bid to massively reduce carbon emissions while saving energy costs for the local authority. Read More
