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HMRC confirmed that 11.48 million people filed on time for the 2024 to 2025 tax year, with 97.25% of returns submitted online. However, missing the deadline comes at a price. Late filers are hit with an automatic Β£100 penalty, even if no tax is owed, meaning the Treasury is already on course to collect around…
HMRC confirmed that 11.48 million people filed on time for the 2024 to 2025 tax year, with 97.25% of returns submitted online. However, missing the deadline comes at a price. Late filers are hit with an automatic Β£100 penalty, even if no tax is owed, meaning the Treasury is already on course to collect around…
Traynor Business Park in Peterlee was revitalised through a seven-figure investment by North East Commercial and now supports around 500 jobs across three centres. The park includes Traynor House, home to firms such as Redu, Knauf, North East Learning Trust, and JDR; Traynor Hub, which houses water company Everflow, along with a gym and Tray…
CrossFit Darlington told members in an email out of the blue on Sunday (February 1) that the gym would be shut for good, citing “ongoing economic headwinds”. The gym, which is based in Morton Park, has been up and running since 2013 – but The Echo understands staff, management and members were unaware of any…
Star Cobblers, which has been established in Barnard Castle for more than 50 years, is now run by proud owner Jamie Siddle. Jamie took over the reins on January 30, following the retirement of previous owner Adrian Andrews after 23 years in the trade. The 41-year-old has become the fourth owner of the much-loved shop,…
Star Cobblers, which has been established in Barnard Castle for more than 50 years, is now run by proud owner Jamie Siddle. Jamie took over the reins on January 30, following the retirement of previous owner Adrian Andrews after 23 years in the trade. The 41-year-old has become the fourth owner of the much-loved shop,…
The Original Factory Shop, in Shildon, confirmed the news on social media last Friday (January 30), announcing that the popular store is closing. Posting on Facebook, the store said: βThis store is closing down. βEverything must goβ¦ up to 50 per cent.β The closure comes shortly after the company announced it had entered administration last…
The agreement between Tarmac, operator of Nosterfield Quarry near Ripon, and the Lower Ure Conservation Trust (LUCT) will restore the site into a biodiverse, historic wetland landscape after extraction activities cease. The renewed partnership follows Tarmacβs new planning approval to extract one million tonnes of sand and gravel from the North Yorkshire site by 2031….
Customers and friends have since rallied behind the couple to help them survive the shutdown. Natalia Domaszk, 39, and her husband Daniel, 42, have lived in Darlington for 11 years and are the owners of Mighty Bite, which opened in 2020. Natalia, Daniel and their son Alex (Image: MIGHTY BITE) The business started with a…
Yarm Road Fish and Chips, which was crowned Takeaway of the Year at the National Fish & Chip Awards 2025, shared the news on social media today (January 30), telling customers they will soon be able to enjoy a drink alongside their meal. Posting on Facebook, the team said: βExciting news! Our licensed bar is…
