Category: Business

The Black Rabbit opened in the former Hollathans on Ashfield Terrace in Chester-le-Street on Friday (April 10) after its long-time owners stepped away from the venue after 20 years. The venue has recently been taken over by Terry Haley, 32, and Richard Nellis, 57 and underwent a transformation costing more than £750k. First look inside…

Mrs B’s Deli on Newgate Street first opened its doors in November 2023, and has become a lunchtime favourite for its tasty sandwiches, drinks and even desserts. But now, due to the “lack of passing trade” in the town and spiralling costs, it will close on May 15. Confirming the news on Friday (April 10),…

Hubexo, which operates in 25 countries, has relocated its Newcastle base to One Trinity Gardens on the Quayside. The office will serve as one of Hubexo’s core Hub locations for software delivery. Georgia Whitfield, from Hay & Kilner’s commercial property team, said: “We were delighted to support Hubexo with the relocation of its Newcastle office….

Autostructures UK, which is based in Telford, appointed administrators towards the end of March. It worked as a supplier for JCB for 30 years, providing over 22,000 chassis frames and helping the company make the world’s fastest tractor. They helped design and manufacture specialised wheel components for its Fastrac model, which can reach a peak…

John Packer Musical Instruments, one of the UK’s largest specialist brass and woodwind retailers and manufacturers, has confirmed the acquisition of Richard Smith Musical Instruments, based in Sheriff Hutton, North Yorkshire, and the company behind the Smith-Watkins brand. Smith-Watkins is internationally recognised for its handcrafted cornets and trumpets. Rob Hanson, managing director of John Packer…

Andrew Hields, who owns The Tan Hill Inn, is now the proud owner of The Station Inn at Ribblehead, close to the Cumbria border. The sale sees The Station, built in 1879, become the third pub in the Tan Hill portfolio, which also includes the Green Dragon at Hardraw. The Tan Hill Inn (Image: NORTHERN…

The continuation of the programme unlocks a fresh phase of support for SME manufacturers, combining expert advice, leadership training and digital skills with match-funded grants of up to £20,000. Together, these interventions are designed to boost productivity, drive innovation, create high-value jobs and support progress towards net zero. Jessica Armitage, programme manager, Made Smarter Yorkshire…

The update affects millions of members of the Boots Advantage Card, with changes set to roll out from May 2026. “Your Boots Advantage Card is changing” In an email sent to customers, Boots confirmed the shake-up is on the way. The message told members: “Your Boots Advantage Card is changing.” One of the biggest updates…

Financial experts say this is one of the most important moments in the money calendar, as key tax-free limits are wiped clean and start again – and anything unused is gone for good. Brian Byrnes, Director of Personal Finance at Moneybox, said: “The tax clock has reset, and now is the time to take action….

Plans for the next phase of the Integra 61 development in Bowburn, County Durham, have been approved by Durham County Council and involve creating up to three million extra square feet of new units. Citrus Durham, the developer behind the proposal, said the new site could include a mix of storage, distribution and manufacturing uses…