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Tuesday 4 May 2021

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Training provider set to expand after MBO

A Congleton-headquartered commercial and apprenticeship training provider is accelerating the expansion of its services both across the UK and internationally following a management buyout (MBO) and private equity backing.
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Business Matters: The 21st century fourth utility

Liam McAvoy from Hyperoptic says broadband connectivity has hugely evolved over the last decade - arguably being the most important invention ever created - and finds out what the future has in store for the fourth utility.
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Deals

Clearwater reports strong demand for buy-and-build transactions

Clearwater International's Debt Advisory team has advised on seven buy-and-build transactions since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, with a combined value of £239m.
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Fieldfisher advises on £61m information management firm deal

A Manchester-led team at Fieldfisher has advised on the £61m takeover of an information management company.
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Coral Products repays Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan

Plastics manufacturer Coral Products is returning to 'normal commercial operations' after repaying the outstanding balance of its Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan.
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‘Extremely strong start’ for North West M&A - Experian

The North West has enjoyed an "extremely strong start" to M&A activity in 2021, according to new report, after ending last year on a positive note. The region's most active Q1 advisers have also been revealed.
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Business Matters: Audit transformation combines digital innovation and human interaction

Louise Casey, head of audit at Mitchell Charlesworth LLP, says the last year, despite all its challenges, has been a valuable learning experience for Mitchell Charlesworth. Whilst we had already embraced the changing technological horizon before Covid, it certainly accelerated our journey.
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Business

Low number of profit warnings ‘disguises challenging outlook’

The low number of profit warnings issued by listed companies across the North during Q1 disguises their challenging outlook, according to EY-Parthenon.
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Insider Survey: Your business and the environment

Environmental, social and governance issues are increasingly moving up the agenda at board meetings across the North West and we’re looking to get a picture of just how embedded ESG is in everyday business. Let us know by completing our survey.
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Arndale Centre secures new food and drink outlets

Two food and drink outlets have signed up to take space at the Arndale Centre in Manchester.
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Business Matters: Ten top tips for business owners facing divorce

Divorce is never easy, but it can be more complicated when you’re a business owner. Fiona Wood, partner with McAlister Family Law, is an expert in dealing with divorces which involve businessess, and is well known for her commercial awareness. Here she offers advice intended to help you protect yourself and your business.
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Property

Plans unveiled for first phase of £300m Blackpool scheme

Plans have been unveiled for the first phase of a £300m world-class leisure destination lined up for Blackpool. The development is forecast to attract an additional 600,000 visitors to the town per year, boost annual spend by £75m and create up to 1,000 jobs.
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Roundhouse Properties submits £10m Blackburn plans

Roundhouse Properties has submitted plans for a £10m commercial development in Blackburn.
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Kampus unveils latest opening

The latest venture set to open at Kampus, Manchester's new garden neighbourhood being developed by HBD and CAPITAL&CENTRIC, has been revealed.
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Latest milestone for Middlewood Locks

The £1bn development of Middlewood Locks – a 25-acre neighbourhood emerging between Salford and Manchester – has reached its latest milestone.
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Business Matters: Navigating a return to work for your employees - four considerations from an employment solicitor

Finally, businesses have started to reopen! Whether you’ve been fully closed for what feels like an eternity, have furloughed most of your team, or have had the majority of staff working remotely for over a year, there are key considerations for all. Sally Tomlinson from Slater Heelis shares the most commonly asked questions with guidance on preparing for a return to work in businesses of all sizes over the coming months.
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Member Exclusive News

New board appointment for Eat Well MCR

Eat Well MCR – the organisation started by chef Mary Ellen McTague at the outset of the Covid-19 pandemic – has strengthened its board of directors.
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New hire for Poole Dick

Construction management consultancy Poole Dick has appointed the first of a trio of new starters at its Bury office.
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Greater Manchester Investment Guide 2021

Greater Manchester Investment Guide 2021

A comprehensive guide to investing in the region’s authorities, with facts, figures, statistics and key contacts.
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Corporate Finance Directory

Corporate Finance Directory

Find an adviser to help you buy, sell or invest in a business.
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