Ward Hadaway appoints corporate partner with tech expertise
Leading law firm Ward Hadaway has appointed partner Paul Wigham, adding further expertise to its corporate team to support high-growth businesses in the emerging technology and innovation sectors. Paul brings more than 16 years’ experience advising on mergers and acquisitions (M&As), private equity and venture capital transactions. He has a specific focus on accelerating the […]
University of Sunderland delivers its first ever graduating midwives
The University of Sunderland is celebrating its first ever class of graduating midwives who are supporting families during their pregnancy journeys across the north-east. 92% of graduating BA (Hons) Midwifery Practice students are now providing midwifery care in NHS trusts across the region, including South Tyneside and Sunderland, Newcastle, County Durham and Darlington, North Tees and Hartlepool […]
University of Sunderland graduations in the heart of the city
Hundreds of students from the University of Sunderland will be crossing the stage to graduate this week at the city’s vibrant performing arts and events venue – The Fire Station. For 21 successful years, the University hosted its twice-annual celebrations at Sunderland Football Club’s Stadium of Light. Now, from this month (January 2026), the ceremonies […]
From baby steps to business growth
Sunderland fitness coach Danni Duke is proving that raising a baby and building a business can go hand in hand. In fact, her son Oscar and her social enterprise Duke Fitness were born within weeks of each other and are now thriving side by side. “The timing couldn’t have been much closer,” laughs Danni. “I […]
Double digit growth for law firm Ward Hadaway
UK top 100 law firm Ward Hadaway has reported record financial results for the 2024/25 financial year, delivering turnover of £53.6m, an increase of 11.6% on the previous year. The results, covering the period from May 2024 to April 2025, mark the firm’s fifth consecutive year of revenue growth and demonstrate continued delivery against its […]
Richard Reed Reflects on a Year of Growth and Momentum
A leading North East law firm is reflecting on an outstanding year of growth and accomplishments in 2025. Highly regarded in the industry for their legal advice for all aspects of personal and business life, the past twelve months have marked a defining chapter for Richard Reed Solicitors. Looking back, the firm feels the past […]
Supermarket signs up for Sunderland gift card scheme
The opportunity to give food, drink and a range of other goodies as a present is now on offer across Sunderland – thanks to a leading supermarket signing up for the city’s gift card scheme. Morrisons at Seaburn has now joined around 200 businesses across the city which accept the Sunderland Gift Card – meaning […]
Sweeney Miller Law helps London’s oldest chophouse get a new lease of life
One of London’s most charming and historic restaurants, with roots dating back to 1757, is preparing to welcome guests once again thanks to help from Sweeney Miller Law. Simpsons Tavern, the oldest chophouse in London and a former haunt of literary greats such as Charles Dickens, closed its doors in 2022 after an incredible 265 […]
Strictly passionate: Andrea’s first step into business
When Washington woman Andrea Lynn Henderson launched her new creative dance service, she wasn’t just starting a business – she was starting a whole new chapter in life. At the age of 62, Andrea says she feels like she’s “just starting life now,” turning a lifelong love of dance into a bespoke service offering wedding […]
Campaign to get shoppers to choose Sunderland for their Christmas spending gets underway
A campaign to get residents and visitors to shop, eat and enjoy leisure time in Sunderland in the run-up to Christmas has been launched, to make the most of the busy festive period. Spend It In Sunderland has been launched by Sunderland’s BIDs – which include the City Centre BID and the Seafront BID – to […]