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The Midlands Residential Property Awards 2025 are fast approaching, and the deadline for nominations is near! Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this prestigious event honours excellence in the residential property sector across the Midlands. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this celebration of excellence in the Midlands' residential property sector. Submit your nominations before the deadline and secure your tickets for the awards dinner. https://lnkd.in/eVBgHfVQ Sponsored by: Brookbanks, Cordia Group, Cynergy Bank, Gowling WLG, Keon Homes Limited, Pelham Architects UK & Encore

💠 Today's Insider news from across the UK ▪️ SE - ‘AI simply cannot understand the complexities of human relationships’ – South East #law firms warn against AI-generated wills https://lnkd.in/eS-CHh8u ▪️ NW - Luxury lettings business joins Travel Chapter https://lnkd.in/ekaHzR5B ▪️ Yrks - Profits near £100m in year of growth for McCain Foods - achieved despite “multiple challenges” https://lnkd.in/e6GAzhMi ▪️ NE - Artisan bakery chain Pink Lane Bakery starts production at the former home of Greggs https://lnkd.in/eRC8wbSk ▪️ SW - British Business Bank makes £36m cornerstone investment in sector specialist venture capital firm’s fund https://lnkd.in/eBX2wHc6 ▪️ Sco - Maven Capital Partners investment will help Edinburgh fleet software firm expand internationally  https://lnkd.in/ebUwuyyM ▪️ E Mids - “Poised to build on our strong foundation” - specialist #manufacturer targets growth after being acquired https://lnkd.in/edZuUeuR ▪️ Ire - Belfast carbon capture technology firm Nuada secures €2.5m funding from prestigious European innovation programme https://lnkd.in/e39V_hAb ▪️ Wal - Cardiff fintech start-up raises £1.5m in successful #funding round to “accelerate growth” https://lnkd.in/eHDaFxrk ▪️ W Mids - Commercial property firm Johnson Fellows LLP relocates national headquarters - “looking forward to a bright future” in new home https://lnkd.in/ehtzUSaR 💠 Click here to subscribe to our free daily newsletters: https://lnkd.in/eUhBYDPy

Andras Karpati, CEO at Cordia UK, emphasises that true property development isn’t just about buildings - it’s about people, communities, and quality of life. Despite economic challenges, real estate remains attractive. This article explores a people-first approach to development. https://lnkd.in/eMeWE_26

Adam and Stephen discuss the acquisition of an accountancy firm, a deal for a historic bath manufacturer and a new company starting production at the former home of Greggs. https://lnkd.in/d5KGRMut Carron Bathrooms Ltd, DJH, Lakeland Retreats, McBrides Chartered Accountants, Pink Lane Bakery, Travel Chapter

Ses Memhi, Partner and Head of Transactions Tax at Claritas Tax, assesses whether the major tax changes from the 2024 Budget will boost government revenue or lead to unintended consequences. https://lnkd.in/e6kkuf4g

In this blog, David Horton, UK MD of Sales at grenke, explores how SMEs can turn tax changes into growth opportunities by leveraging full expensing and smart leasing strategies to stay competitive. https://lnkd.in/e8qihyzb

Craig Jones MBA, MSc, Cmgr, MEI, Managing Director at Energy Gain UK, highlights how solar energy helps construction cut emissions, with Eurocell leading the way in sustainable solutions. https://lnkd.in/ejVHdU-A

💠 Today's Insider news from across the UK ▪️ SE - “I grew up in a wheelchair, now I run a £3.5m health tech company” https://lnkd.in/eQSqtCJD ▪️ Yrks - 100-strong law firm Holden Smith makes employee-ownership move - “significant milestone in the firm’s journey” https://lnkd.in/edkA_JwE ▪️ NE - “Recent years have required a rethink” says managing director of construction firm T. Manners & Sons Ltd dating back to 1860 https://lnkd.in/eZeRVrkz ▪️ Ire - Partners vote in favour of global legal powerhouse #deal https://lnkd.in/eN-Swy_6 ▪️ Wal - Job losses as family-owned Welsh paper plate #manufacturer falls into administration https://lnkd.in/eMVgqSQs ▪️ E Mids - Hundreds of homes could be built on former site of manufacturing giant if plans approved this week https://lnkd.in/e8iqjR7S ▪️ NW - Revenue surges up to £40m mark as CCTV firm Wireless CCTV Ltd eyes further growth https://lnkd.in/eCtMsEyT ▪️ W Mids - Stable year at major packaging group Pontrilas Packaging Ltd but acquisitions expected to support growth https://lnkd.in/evbgwB-B ▪️ Sco - Clean energy start-ups benefit from £150m #investment after working with Net Zero Technology Centre https://lnkd.in/edhU93n2 ▪️ SW - Leasing process for new floating wind farms enters final stages - could support more than 5,000 jobs https://lnkd.in/egFi_J3C 💠 Click here to subscribe to our free daily newsletters: https://lnkd.in/eUhBYDPy

Adam and Jennifer discuss financial results for a luxury jewellery retailer, funding for a hamper business, and substantial growth for the UK's new car market. https://lnkd.in/g3xWEFde Berens Group Limited, Berry's Jewellers, Peach Hampers, Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), WORTHEARLY LIMITED

A historic family brewery has bought a 17th century coaching inn in the Cotswolds which is next door to a pub it has owned for nearly 30 years. https://lnkd.in/gGEWXVyD