May
2009
Articles from 6th May 2009
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Budget airline easyJet in bid to marry couples in-flight
May 06 2009 | Business News
MERSEYSIDE couples could literally be on “cloud nine” if airline EasyJet’s bid to marry couples in-flight is successful. Read
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Liverpool shipping jobs under threat
May 06 2009 | Business News
SHIPPING giant Hapag Lloyd yesterday said 60 jobs in Liverpool are under threat as part of a huge cost-cutting drive. Read
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Could a turning point be at hand?
May 06 2009 | Business News
THE two-month rally, since the bear market lows in early March, has been driven by signs that the steep collapse in economic growth in the early part of the year is moderating. Read
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Energy group’s ‘exciting’ funding
May 06 2009 | Business News
CHESHIRE firm EA Technology has secured funding to help it develop new ways of saving energy. Read
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African expansion plans for metals specialist Stewart Group
May 06 2009 | Business News
KNOWSLEY metals specialist Stewart Group is planning to grow its business in sub-Saharan Africa after buying out its joint venture partner in South Africa. Read
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Intrinsic Technology’s record turnover
May 06 2009 | Business News
HI-TECH firm Intrinsic Technology sustained its rapid growth rate last year with turnover up by 36% to £17.6m. Read
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Merseyside later payers face ‘business ‘ASBOs’ from small firms champion
May 06 2009 | Business News
MERSEYSIDE firms who settle their bills late could be handed a business version of an ASBO (anti-social behaviour order) to name and shame the worst culprits. Read
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Survey shows firms are still not recruiting
May 06 2009 | Business News
A SURVEY carried out by recruitment firm Antal International shows firms are remaining cautious, with less than a third currently hiring. Read
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Free help for businesses
May 06 2009 | Business News
LIVERPOOL accountancy firm Haines Watts is offering a free service to help businesses slash their bills. Read
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Liverpool excels in European enterprise week
May 06 2009 | Business News
THE European Small and Medium Enterprises Week starts today, and Liverpool boasts it is the most enterprising region, with more than 30 events planned. Read
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Acquisition of City firm helps drive Hill Dickinson capital expansion plan
May 06 2009 | Business News
HILL DICKINSON will merge with London firm Middleton Potts, it was announced yesterday. Read
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Hotel closes its doors
May 06 2009 | Business News
A HOTEL closed yesterday, weeks after bosses said it was business as usual, despite falling into administration. Read
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NWF ‘to beat’ City forecast
May 06 2009 | Business News
CHESHIRE warehousing and fuel group NWF says it expects its full-year results to be “significantly ahead” of market expectations after a good all-round performance during the winter. Read
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Firms can access £4.8m LSC fund for training needs
May 06 2009 | Business News
MERSEYSIDE firms can now access a £4.8m fund to support training that is needed for their employees as a result of a restructure or investment. Read
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New 24/7 coach link between Liverpool John Lennon airport and Manchester
May 06 2009 | Business News
A NEW 24/7 bus link between Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester has started. Read
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Insolvency specialists welcome pledge to aid struggling firms
May 06 2009 | Business News
THE insolvency trade body, R3, has welcomed plans for a new government consultation on company rescue procedures. Read
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Downtown Liverpool in Business celebrates five years
May 06 2009 | Business News
BUSINESS pressure and lobby group, Downtown Liverpool in Business (DLIB) is this week holding a party to celebrate its fifth year in the city. Read
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Liverpool firms happy city provides foundations for growth
May 06 2009 | Business News
LIVERPOOL is becoming a better place to do business, an independent survey of the city’s businesses has claimed. Read
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Unions should be grateful for Italian interest
May 06 2009 | Business Opinion
IF REPORTS are to be believed, there is strong interest in acquiring General Motors’ European operations, including its Vauxhall plant, at Ellesmere Port. Read
