Cosy Direct founder recognised among UK’s most ambitious business leaders
A Midlands entrepreneur who set up his company to help get children outside to experience nature has been recognised as one of the UK’s most ambitious business leaders. Peter Ellse, co-founder and CEO of Cosy Direct, was named in the 2025 line-up of the LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders, unveiled in London on […]
Promethean Particles CEO welcomes Nobel Prize recognition for breakthrough MOF chemistry
By Simon Burch The chief executive officer of Nottingham-based chemical manufacturer Promethean Particles has welcomed the decision to award this year’s Nobel Prize in Chemistry to the scientists who developed the advanced materials at the heart of the company’s work. James Stephenson described the award to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson and Omar M. Yaghi as […]
Securiscape’s local pride as its glide bollards take centre stage in its home city
By Simon Burch A Derbyshire security street furniture firm has made its mark in the streets of its local city after its innovative glide bollards were installed outside two major new leisure developments. Securiscape, based near Ashbourne, is helping to keep visitors attending Derby Market Hall and Vaillant Live, both in Derby, safe after installing […]
First-ever digital bootcamp is a full house as Midlands marketers rush to upskill
By Simon Burch A Derby training provider’s new Government-funded digital marketing bootcamp has kicked off with a full house as learners get up to speed with the fast-changing online landscape. The Marketing and Leadership Academy (TMLA) has begun the 12-week run of the brand intensive new course, which is part-funded by the Department of Education […]
Lara Croft fans set to jet in as Derby hosts the fifth Tomb Raider Day
By: Simon Burch LARA Croft fans from across the world will be jetting into Derby this week to pay homage to their heroine when the city hosts its fifth Tomb Raider Day. The unofficial event, called TR29, is already a sell-out, with more than 200 people having already snapped up their tickets for day of […]
Special school expands to give more pupils room to thrive
A Derby school dedicated to supporting young people with learning difficulties and complex needs has celebrated the opening of a brand-new two-storey teaching block – marking an important milestone in its growth. St Clare’s School, in Mickleover, welcomed dignitaries including the Mayor of Derby, Councillor Ajit Atwal, Derby North MP Catherine Atkinson and Liberal Democrat […]
Bonjour, Hola, Ciao! Asterdale goes global for European Languages Day
Children at Asterdale Primary School said “wilkommen” to the world during European Languages Day. Each class chose a country to learn about, dressed up in their flag colours, and took part in fun activities including flag making, a countries bingo game, and exploring famous landmarks with virtual country tours. Classes also picked up a few […]
Brookfields residents kept happy to their core with bumper apple crop
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Derbyshire engineering company opens up the shop floor to 170 young people on National Manufacturing Day
Around 170 young people from schools across Derbyshire and Leicestershire were given a taste of life as an engineer as a local company marked National Manufacturing Day. Melbourne based Acres Engineering – which makes bespoke engineered products for a range of clients – threw open its doors to host young people from eight schools plus […]
Entrepreneur highlights Derbyshire as prime spot for growing family-focused businesses
Derby Entrepreneur Beth Wheatley has expanded her family-focussed brand, becoming not only a magazine owner but a nursery founder too. Lots for Tots Childcare officially opened its doors in Hilton on September 1, providing local families with high-quality nursery spaces just in time for the government’s expanded childcare hours. Founded by Beth, who also owns […]