The EFL board has been advised that a deal to take Derby County out of administration and under the ownership of US businessman Chris Kirchner is nearing completion. However, the organisation said that "outstanding challenges" still need to be resolved. Read More
The Midlands has experienced a "significant increase" in the number of companies aiming to grow through acquisition, according to a senior figure from LDC, with the private equity firm helping its portfolio to pursue more opportunities. Read More
The Competition and Markets Authority is investigating the anticipated acquisition by Carpenter Co of the engineered foams business of Recticel NV/SA. Both businesses have operations in England while Carpenter Co has a base in Wales. Read More
Recipe box retailer Gousto has agreed a deal for a 295,000 sq ft fulfilment centre at St Modwen Park Burton in a move expected to create hundreds of jobs. Read More
Listed land and property regeneration specialist Harworth Group has launched a build-to-rent (BTR) portfolio of about 1,200 homes across ten of its development sites. Read More
A Leicester-based provider of construction consulting and testing services backed by Palatine has appointed a new M&A director to support its buy and build strategy. Read More
Channel 4 has outlined its alternative to the government's proposed privatisation of the broadcaster, including plans to expand its presence outside of London. Read More
The UK's new car market continued to decline during April as a result of global supply chain shortages, according to the latest figures, with the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders downgrading its outlook for 2022. Read More
A subsidiary of Totally plc, a Derby-headquartered provider of healthcare services across the UK and Ireland, has been awarded a five-year contract extension for the provision of on-site gyms for the Royal Mail. Read More
