Jatt Life set to cash in on UK/India trade agreement as it launches 2026 global expansion
UK spirits brand Jatt Life is taking advantage of Britain’s new free trade agreement with India by undertaking a major launch of its award-winning luxury vodka across the country as part of a global expansion. The West Midlands drinks firm has begun supplying its five-times filtered vodka into seven states across India, ready to capitalise on […]
Derby entrepreneur announced as candidate on BBC’s The Apprentice
AN entrepreneur from Derby has been announced as a candidate on the upcoming series of BBC One’s The Apprentice – beating thousands of applicants for a place on the TV show. Dan Miller, who is originally from Smalley and the founder of careers company Young Professionals, will appear in the programme’s 20th series, which launches […]
Penguin PR welcomes new team member
A Midlands-based public relations firm is pleased to announce the appointment of Olivia Hancock as PR Account Manager, strengthening the team with marketing and brand expertise. Olivia brings marketing and communications experience to Penguin PR, having spent the past ten years working in marketing roles within the independent education sector. With an English degree from […]
Derby entrepreneur reveals how a bedroom start-up became a multi-million-pound careers business
An entrepreneur who built a multi-million-pound business from his bedroom in Derby has paid tribute to the city that gave him his start. Dan Miller, 27, who grew up in Smalley, founded Young Professionals UK on a laptop in his bedroom while he was still in the sixth form at Trent College. While just 17 […]
Esteem Multi Academy Trust opens multi-million pound sports hall in Staffordshire special school named after former teacher
A specialist Staffordshire secondary school catering for teenagers with special needs has cut the ribbon on a brand new multi-use sports hall named after a former PE teacher. Fountains High School in Stretton has now opened its new fully accessible, state-of-the-art £2.5million multi-use hall allowing students with a wide range of disabilities to enjoy sports […]
Prestigious Time Out listing gives Derby a “huge opportunity to impress”
The team behind Derby’s campaign to attract visitors says the city has “a huge opportunity to impress” after it was included in a national magazine’s list of the best destinations to visit during 2026. The Destination Derby Board, which helps drives tourism and economic growth for the city, welcomed its inclusion in the 14-strong list […]
Boxing champion Alan Graves Jr donates huge £30,000 to Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre after winning ‘Homecoming’ fight
A boxing champion from Derby has donated a whopping £30,000 to the Derbyshire Children’s Holiday Centre charity after being watched by thousands winning a landmark ‘Homecoming’ fight in the city. Former World Middleweight Champion Alan Graves Jr knocked out Germany’s David Kerkmann in the ring at Vaillant Live on December 20 and following the encounter […]
Derby-based Precept Recruit launches to help regional firms tackle the talent challenge
A new recruitment consultancy has officially launched in Derby to support growing organisations across the East Midlands and beyond find, hire and retain exceptional talent. Seasoned recruiter Dee Fletcher, who has operated in the East Midlands market for almost two decades, has launched Precept Recruit, a sister company to employment law and HR specialists, Precept. […]
Derby design director shortlisted for two major leadership awards
A Derby design director has been shortlisted for two major leadership awards recognising more than two decades of outstanding contribution, leadership and mentorship for the long-established interiors business. Aaron Buchan, Design Director at DSP (Interiors) Ltd, has been named a finalist in both the Company Leader (up to 50 employees) category and Mentor of the […]
Derby EdTech firm sees surge in enquiries as schools brace for new Ofsted framework
Signs are pointing to a strong 2026 for the EdTech sector, according to Midland’s software company Derventio Education, which has been inundated with enquiries after attending a national exhibition for school leaders. The Derby-based firm which is behind SchooliP – a leading education platform used by more than 850 schools across the world – recently […]