A CUMBRIA-based electrical engineering specialist has completed a major power upgrade to protect critical clinical services and patient safety at a major UK hospital. Bender UK, whose headquarters are in […]
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Fibrus completes first phase of Project Gigabit rollout across Cumbria
Fibrus has completed the first phase of its government-funded Project Gigabit rollout across Cumbria, having brought Full Fibre broadband to more than 37,700 homes and businesses to some of the […]
Future business leaders have their say at ‘takeover’ event
BUSINESS leaders were challenged to make greater use of the ideas, experiences and perspectives of their younger colleagues at an event in West Cumbria this week. BECBC’s Shadow Board took […]
Nuclear Gateway launch gives innovators opportunity to drive progress
AN initiative offering businesses and individuals the chance to develop an idea which helps the UK nuclear estate solve an industry challenge – whether or not they have nuclear industry […]
Fibrus launches next generation Wi-Fi Router
One of Cumbria’s leading Full Fibre broadband providers, Fibrus, is rolling out Wi-Fi 7 for the first time with the launch of the fastest router it has ever offered: eero […]
Auditor swaps global accountancy giant for Cumbrian firm
An auditor has described his excitement after leaving one of the world’s biggest accountancy firms to join a leading Cumbrian practice. David Jackson has spent most of his 12-year career […]
Champion cyclist’s journey from elite sport to cutting-edge engineering business
AN eminent academic and national cycling champion is riding high after joining a leading Cumbrian engineering company. Professor Phil Leigh raced for Great Britain and finished third in the National […]
Rebecca Ferris promoted to Operations Director at Wragg Mark-Bell
Carlisle solicitors Wragg Mark-Bell have promoted Rebecca Ferris to Operations Director, as the firm takes a new step in its business structure. The Castle Street-based practice is adopting an Alternative […]
Lifeline for Cumbrian TalkTalk customers
Cumbrian TalkTalk customers caught up in the firm’s financial woes have been thrown a lifeline by broadband provider Fibrus. TalkTalk is in administration and yesterday, BT signalled its intention to […]
Pop-up gaming event makes Tullie the ideal half-term destination
Mad about Minecraft? Potty about Pac-Man? The perfect way for families to spend the October half-term holiday is heading to Carlisle. The city’s award-winning musuem Tullie is hosting Gamesworld, an […]
Carlisle based SMS cleans up car washing with solar power installation
A new eco-friendly car wash in Leicester will run almost entirely on the sun’s energy, thanks to solar panels installed by Solar Maintenance Services (SMS). Operated by Carbana, the site […]
PR agency launches Training Academy to provide wider business support
A leading Cumbrian PR agency has introduced a specialist training and development division to its portfolio of services to help businesses achieve their growth ambitions. Integrated PR, communications and digital […]
Greystoke Castle: from private estate to staging 100+ events a year
The ambitious restoration of Greystoke Castle is entering a new phase, with owner Tom Nash aiming to complete the transformation of the historic estate into a major hospitality and events […]
Directors urged to complete identity checks following first prosecutions
Company directors are being warned to comply with new identity verification legislation to avoid prosecution. Saint & Co Chartered Accountants has issued the warning following the first court convictions involving […]
Hundreds of families facing financial struggles to enjoy local culture through new initiative
Nine Cumbrian businesses have joined forces to provide 900 families struggling with the increased Cost of Living with free access to the arts, heritage and education. Leading organisations across the […]
New leadership role equips business for further growth
A management role focused on developing the leadership qualities of its employees has been created at an employee-owned group of businesses. Karen Kelso has been promoted to the newly created […]
Estate agency strengthens lettings team with appointment of two managers
A leading estate agency has strengthened its lettings department by appointing two new Property Managers. C&D Rural has welcomed Joanne Birkett and Morgyn Vevers to its lettings team to help […]
Groundbreaking partnership with Tullie ignites children’s interest in local history
The headteacher of a Carlisle primary school has claimed an innovative link up with their local museum and art gallery has transformed the way his pupils see the city. Tullie […]