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Cheltenham Family Firm Celebrates 170 Years!

Cheltenham Family Firm Celebrates 170 Years!

George Bence & Sons Ltd have become one of the very few businesses in the world to make it to 170 years as a family business and are...

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A Golden Tribute To A Faversham Hero

A Golden Tribute To A Faversham Hero

Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame is celebrating a very special anniversary this summer with a new limited edition golden ale. Go...

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Hendy Van And Truck Builds Partnership With Construction Charity

Hendy Van And Truck Builds Partnership With Construction Charity

Hendy Van and Truck has pledged its support for a national charity which helps construction workers and tradespeople. For the next 12...

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Report Finds UK Women Juggling Return To Office

Report Finds UK Women Juggling Return To Office

Nearly half of working women (47%) in the UK say that their stress levels are higher than a year ago, partly due to return-to-office...

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UK Business Confidence Holds Firm

UK Business Confidence Holds Firm

Lloyds Bank’s latest Business Barometer has found that overall business confidence is unchanged in April – staying at 42%. The result...

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AW Hainsworth Appoints Head of Engineering & Sustainability

AW Hainsworth Appoints Head of Engineering & Sustainability

AW Hainsworth, a British fabric manufacturer and vertical woollen mill based in Pudsey, has appointed Paul Dudley as its new Head of...

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Family-Run Independent Pet Shop Open In Aberdeen

Family-Run Independent Pet Shop Open In Aberdeen

A family-run independent pet shop has opened in Aberdeen after the business owner accessed expert support and signposting to funding from...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United

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Shepherd Neame Collects A Clean Sweep Of  Awards

Shepherd Neame Collects A Clean Sweep Of Awards

The Abbey Hotel in Battle was named Pub of the Year in the annual Shepherd Neame Pub Awards, held at Canterbury Rugby Club. A total of 15...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United

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Energy Secretary Inspired By JCB's Hydrogen Engine

Energy Secretary Inspired By JCB's Hydrogen Engine

The Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Claire Coutinho MP, paid a visit to JCB to see for herself the progress being...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United

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Hotel’s Biscuit Order Helps The Homeless Into Employment

Hotel’s Biscuit Order Helps The Homeless Into Employment

A Lancashire hotel venue has struck up a new business partnership with a social enterprise which helps people who are homeless get back...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United

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Rows, Rifts And Dead Cats

Rows, Rifts And Dead Cats

Dead Cats are like the elephant in the room but smellier. When you have a Dead Cat to deal with, your family dynamic will be hard to...

Nick Mayhew - Founder & Managing Director, Alembic Strategy

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Raskelf Group Begins Work On Million-Pound Factory Extension

Raskelf Group Begins Work On Million-Pound Factory Extension

Work on a factory extension, predicted to increase Raskelf Group’s manufacturing capacity by 30%, is now under way. The Group’s existing...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United

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Handcrafted Liqueur Is Named ‘World’s Best’

Handcrafted Liqueur Is Named ‘World’s Best’

Aristocratic entrepreneurs in Warwickshire are toasting the latest international success for their handcrafted drink which has been named...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United

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Swimmers Making A Splash With Top Changing Facilities

Swimmers Making A Splash With Top Changing Facilities

A swimming school is celebrating after receiving vital shower and changing equipment - thanks to a £5,000 boost from JCB. Paddles...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United

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Inverclyde Business Provides Training For Local Young People

Inverclyde Business Provides Training For Local Young People

A family-run Inverclyde business is hiring and training young people in the field of ground investigation, after the business owners...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United

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Family Business Centenarian Charles Clinkard On Agility In Business

Family Business Centenarian Charles Clinkard On Agility In Business

Charles Clinkard is an established name in the retail industry, celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. And, like any successful...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United

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Sustainable Family Business Legacy For Wellbeing

Sustainable Family Business Legacy For Wellbeing

The Global Family Business report from KPMG Private Enterprise and the STEP Project Global Consortium reveals how some successful...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United

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Baked Earth Bakery Launches Naan Bites Into Asda

Baked Earth Bakery Launches Naan Bites Into Asda

Baked Earth Bakery has launched its authentic garlic and coriander naan bites into supermarket chain Asda. The packs of 20 naan bites are...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United

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Savouring Tradition: Exploring The Delights Of Carrs Pasties

Savouring Tradition: Exploring The Delights Of Carrs Pasties

In the heart of Bolton, amidst its bustling streets and vibrant culture, lies a culinary gem cherished by locals and visitors alike:...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United

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Bagnalls Signs Up To Sustainabler

Bagnalls Signs Up To Sustainabler

Bagnalls is the latest family business signing up to the Sustainable Charter and pledging their commitment to making a different to the...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United

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