Leading Scottish independent PR and public affairs consultancy, Pagoda, has appointed Holly Russell (pictured above) to Deputy Managing Director. The move comes as the business gears up having secured major new client wins and increased focus on its future development. Holly has been instrumental in securing business growth for Pagoda and has particular strength in […]
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DIY retail chain Screwfix is set to open up to 60 new stores next year as the firm continued its expansion with an acquisition and entered new European markets. The home improvements brand, founded and headquartered in Somerset, is planning to open its new outlets across the UK and Ireland in the next financial year.
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New film and TV production studios which could create 760 jobs have been launched in Birmingham. Spades have gone in the ground at the Digbeth Loc. project which is being spearheaded by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight. Construction on the site is expected to complete in July, ready for occupation, with the first filming then
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Birmingham’s office leasing market grew by 19% in the final six months of 2022, according to new research. The ‘Big Six’ report, which tracks office take-up, vacancy rates and grade A rental growth across Birmingham and five other UK cities, showed 210,300 sq ft was transacted in the final quarter, helping to boost the year’s
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Managed service provider Espria has announced a new strategic alliance with Five9, a leading provider of intelligent cloud contact centre solutions. The collaboration will allow both companies to extend the delivery of leading capabilities that help businesses deliver more engaging and unified customer journeys across digital and voice channels and between virtual and live agents.
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Workplace design and management consultancy, Space Solutions, has completed a major renovation of Piper Sandler’s office in Aberdeen. Located in Waverley Place, Aberdeen, the 15,800 sq. ft., Grade B office building has been modernised to nurture team culture and flexibility while retaining its historic features. The project was led by the SPACE Design & Build
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Artisanal Spirits Company plc, owner of the Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS), the largest whisky club in the world which is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2023, has formally launched its first ever multi-purpose supply chain facility, marking what it called a ‘real step change’ in its supply chain performance. Andrew Dane, Artisanal Spirits Company plc
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A short-term contract extension has been handed to train operator Avanti West Coast by the Department for Transport (DfT). The FirstGroup-owned operator has struggled with reliability and punctuality during parts of the past year. Its contract was due to expire at the end of March but has been extended until October 15. Transport Secretary Mark
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Multi-award winning full-service technical production partner, JLL has acquired Scruffy Bear Pictures, an acclaimed independent film company. The acquisition comes hot off the heels of the business’ recent merger announcement. A progressive step forward will further JLL’s ability to support its client’s needs by expanding its full-service production partnership offer, allowing JLL to deliver high quality, professional
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Proposals for the delivery of an exciting mixed-use development at 20 Haymarket Yards have been given the green light by City of Edinburgh Council. The approved planning application, granted subject to conditions, includes the demolition of the low-rise and outdated Elgin House office building, which lies close to Haymarket Station and the tram link and
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