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TODAY on bdaily, China beckons for the North East’s software industry, the CBI reports on a profits drop while there some exciting new job opportunities on offer. |
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Newcastle giant Eaga for expansion
1.Sep.10 |
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GREEN support services group Eaga today said it was well placed for future growth after revealing a slight increase in annual revenue to £762m.
The Newcastle-headquartered firm, which manages a number of Government contracts and the digital switchover project, enjoyed a 3.1% rise in revenue in the year ended 31 May.
The company said it had secured four Community Energy Saving Programme (CESP) contracts worth £50m during the period while other domestic renewables programmes are being advanced.
The firm had a closing net cash balance of £37.9m, compared to £31.3m the previous year.
Chairman Charles Berry, Chairman, said: “I am pleased to report on another successful year for Eaga in the delivery of our strategic objectives. I believe that Eaga’s strategic positioning across its core markets leaves the business well placed to deliver future growth.” |
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Go-Ahead remains cautious
1.Sep.10 |
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TRANSPORT giant Go-Ahead today said it was cautious on its near-term prospects as it awaits the fallout from the Government’s Comprehensive Spending Review next month after it announced a 24% dip in pretax profits.
The Newcastle firm, which operates commuter rail franchises through its majority-owned joint venture Govia, reported a pretax profit of £88.7m on revenues 1% higher at £2.20bn for the year to the end of June.
The group, which also runs yellow school buses in North America, held the final dividend at 81 pence but said it was wary about the year ahead.
“We continue to be cautious on the near term prospects for the UK economy and the outlook for the next financial year remains difficult to predict, including any impact from the (UK) government’s comprehensive spending review expected to be announced in October 2010,” the company said.
Go-Ahead’s rail business saw ticket sales drop 1 percent but its bus unit delivered revenues 7.7% higher, despite its London bus business suffering after renewing contracts on poorer terms.
It said its North American bus joint venture was performing well. |
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Government action on economy will hit North hardest
1.Sep.10 |
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PUBS in the North of England could suffer from the knock-on effect of rising unemployment during the next five years as the government’s cuts take effect, according to an economic think-tank.
Research by the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR) argues that the jobless rate in the North East, Yorkshire and the Humber, West Midlands, Wales and Northern Ireland is set to break 10 per cent between now and 2015.
Meanwhile London, the South and the East of England are likely to avoid the worst effects of the government’s attempts to bring the nation’s finances round.
The CEBR said the outlook for households in all regions did not look like improving rapidly between now and 2015, although there were marked differences between the North and West and the South and East.
Pubco bosses have for some time been fearful of the impact public sector job cuts would have in areas where the state is the main employer, such as parts of the North East.
Owen James, an economist at the CEBR, said while such gloomy forecasts were at odds with what appeared to have been tentative signs of economic recovery in recent months, it would be a mistake to ignore both the scale of public sector job cuts and their geographical spread.
“The government’s fiscal austerity measures will not only affect the public sector, it will also have an impact on those sectors supplying the public sector,” he said.
CEBR chief executive Douglas Williams warned: “It will take some time for the private sector to adjust and fill the vacuum left once the public sector cuts are felt. This is likely to be an agonising transition.” |
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Far East mission for software firms
REPRESENTATIVES of the North East’s software industry will travel 14,000 this month as they bid to break into one of the world’s most lucrative markets. |
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Premiership clubs tighten their belts as transfer fees nose dive
AUSTERITY was the word for the region’s financial firms yesterday after a record low spending Premiership transfer window saw very few clubs dig deep into their dwindling pockets. |
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CBI reveals unexpected profit drop
PROFITABILITY fell unexpectedly in both the consumer and business and professional services sector in the last three months as business levels remained well below normal, according to the CBI. |
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Takeover plan could take a new direction
A GROUP which last year launched a bid to take Newcastle United into ownership of its fans – with support from regional businesses and other financiers – has said it is currently looking into the possibility of taking the model “in a new direction” after admitting certain aspects of the plan to oust Mike Ashley may need a rethink. |
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New expansion plans for family butcher
A FAMILY pork butcher has laid down plans for expansion as part of a £1m project that will safeguard 14 jobs and create five new posts in the region. |
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Blair’s warning over national deficit
THE UK should have addressed its public deficit back in 2005, former Prime Minister Tony Blair told the BBC last night. |
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North East businesses unravel innovation
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Business Link has launched a new campaign to help North East businesses to become more efficient and increase profitability.
A recent Business Link survey has revealed that the two main priorities for North East businesses this year are growing the business and finding new customers. Focusing on these key areas, the Unravel Innovation campaign encourages businesses in the region to look at how making small changes to their business model can make a real impact.
Business Link adviser Stuart Downie explains: “The concept of innovation is huge and can apply to all walks of life, all elements of business and all sectors in varying capacities. It’s no wonder some businesses question whether innovation applies to them. The simple answer is that it does.
“Innovation can take all forms, shapes and sizes. It’s more about changes, big or small, that improve business performance rather than world-changing ideas.
“It also makes your business stand out from the crowd. Every company needs to have something that differentiates it from its rivals – be it a truly unique product or selling proposition, or simply the promise of service excellence. Finding this selling point is the key to unlocking the potential that exists in your organisation.”
Business Link has launched the new campaign to support business across the region make changes that can really make a difference. Businesses can receive a free comprehensive guide to all things innovative by visiting the website www.real-innovators.co.uk. The guide offers a range of support, from improving productivity and efficiency, reducing costs and gaining a competitive advantage to new partnerships and relationships, an increased turnover and profitability.
Business Link has a team of specialist advisers who can help you innovate - providing access to information, advice, and specialist services. This includes support with business planning, sourcing appropriate suppliers, and working with organisations to ensure innovation is applied as appropriately and effectively as possible. Just call 0845 600 9 006 to speak to or arrange an appointment with a Business Link adviser.
There is also a range of funding support available, which can be accessed via the Business Link service, to help North East businesses innovate and move forward. Business Link advisers can assess your business needs and identify the best finance option for you.
In the North East there is a great deal of talent and we are proving that we are great innovators. The region has already been ranked the most inventive region – generating more patents per person per pound invested in R&D than any other UK region in the last decade.
And that’s just the start. Business Link works with thousands or businesses each year and many of them are look to or have made changes that really make a difference.
Business Link in on hand to support you with any aspect of your business – and help you look at ways to increase your market share, find new customers and increase productivity. Become a real innovator and visit www.real-innovators.co.uk to download your free innovation pack or call us on 0845 600 9 006 for further details.
The Business Link service is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
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The Sage, Newcastle/Gateshead |
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Wed 8 September 2010 at 09:00 – Fri 10 September 2010 at 13:30 |
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HOW CAN THE WORLD’S TOP ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY EVENT HELP MY BUSINESS?
In September the largest assistive technology event in the world is coming to Newcastle/Gateshead. Can your business afford to miss this golden opportunity? |
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Gateshead College: Baltic Campus, Skills Academy for Automotive, Engineering, Manufacturing and Logistics, Skills Academy for Construction, Academy for Sport. |
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Mon 6 September 2010 at 16:30 – Tue 7 September 2010 at 19:00 |
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Life’s too short for the wrong job. Get the skills you need for your dream job.
If you’re looking for ways to further your career, or are chasing a promotion or returning to work, come to one of Gateshead College’s part-time open events and find out how to get the skills you need for your next step. |
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Cobalt Business Park |
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Tue 31 August 2010 at 09:00 – Wed 8 September 2010 at 17:00 |
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Thinking of hosting an event, conference or meeting?
Then save yourself 20% by booking the CBX Conference Centre at Cobalt Park by quoting this promotional code: CBX1020%* |
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CitySpace, University of Sunderland, Chester Road, Sunderland, SR1 3SD |
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Fri 10 September 2010 08:30 – 13:00 |
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You can’t force creativity, so creating an environment to inspire you and your colleagues on a daily basis is something that shouldn’t be under estimated nor should it break the bank.
Design Network North’s latest ‘Rise & Design’ meeting isn’t just about the thinking behind how other people have created or changed current workspaces but it aims to leave you with simple and practical tips on how you can make your workspace more creative quickly and easily. |
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We are looking for a bright, enthusiastic individual who has an appetite for delivering vibrant, creative PR campaigns. The role offers the successful…
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Stride PR | Permanent | County Durham | - |
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We are looking for a Senior Designer to join our team. You’ll be someone who can demonstrate an insatiable appetite for perfection and…
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Gardiner Richardson Ltd | Permanent | Tyne and Wear | Competitive + Benefits |
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The big idea, our big idea, is for you to develop your own business in the North East by identifying an unmet need…
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Newcastle Science City | Permanent | Tyne and Wear | Fixed-term investment, excellent salary |
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This is a new, exciting, rewarding, key position within our organisation. Lynch Healthcare was formed on 1st April 2009 and has absolutely hit…
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Lynch Healthcare | Permanent | Tyne and Wear | - |
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Phone goes home
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A MAN who bought a shiny new mobile phone online, choosing it because it looked just like his old one, realised afterwards it was actually the very one that had been stolen from him, The Metro reports.
The California resident was browsing for a new model on classifieds site Craigslist when he happened upon the strangely familiar handset, according to the sheriff’s office.
When his purchase arrived, he saw that his numbers were still stored so he tipped off officials.
They promptly arrested 28-year-old Neil Hefner and recovered 163 stolen phones, along with computers, wallets, gift cards and rare coins, concluding he must have broken into dozens of vehicles to accumulate his small mountain of loot. |
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