How a decade of creative performances has shaped the education of pupils across Sunderland
University of Sunderland researchers are celebrating a decade of success for a project that combines creativity with teaching to engage younger learners across the city. LearningBods is an ongoing research project led by Sarah Riach and Rachel Emms which uses live physical performances which include Performing Arts students to bring different subjects alive for primary school pupils. Over the […]
Fashion specialist steps up growth plans with new head office
A fashion business helping UK retailers source the world’s most sought-after trainers has expanded its presence in the North East of England. The Sole Guyy has moved to a new 472 sq ft head office and warehouse at the North East BIC following a third successive year of growth. Led by 18-year-old entrepreneur Elliott Usher, […]
Sweeney Miller Law strengthens commercial offering with Partner appointment
North East law firm Sweeney Miller Law has appointed Rishi Kohli as a Partner in its Newcastle office, strengthening its services for businesses and formally launching a dedicated commercial offering. Rishi joins the partnership with extensive experience advising on complex commercial contracts including supply and distribution arrangements, services and outsourcing agreements and framework agreements. He […]
Award-winning north-east businesswoman appointed Visiting Professor
The University of Sunderland’s Business School has appointed Sharon Appleby, Chief Executive at Sunderland’s Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) as a Visiting Professor. Sharon has worked in Sunderland for more than 20 years building strong networks and partnerships with stakeholders and key players across Sunderland. She first became involved with Sunderland BIDs while working as head of communication […]
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 […]
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 […]
Next generation Nissan LEAF brings EV36Zero vision to life at Sunderland Plant
The third generation Nissan LEAF is gliding silently off a transformed Sunderland Plant production line as the company brings to life its world first EV36Zero plan. Building the new LEAF in the UK represents an investment of £450m by Nissan across its operations and supply chain and marks the return of the car that pioneered […]