Ward Hadaway strengthens team with 27 new appointments
Ward Hadaway has appointed 27 new legal specialists across its North East offices in Newcastle and Teesside, strengthening teams supporting clients across the region. The new starters include directors, solicitors, trainee solicitors and paralegals, with 22 appointments in Newcastle and a further 5 in Teesside. The North East hires form part of a wider intake […]
Paving inclusive Pathways into Employment
The University of Sunderland has launched a joint report examining how to improve employment opportunities for people living in the region’s most deprived communities. Workforce Skills Research – Creating Pathways into Employment and delivering the skills workforce of tomorrow: insights from the North East of England and beyond has been jointly created by the University’s Institute for […]
British Esports offers local businesses exclusive growth opportunity
British Esports, the national esports federation for the United Kingdom, is inviting Sunderland-based businesses to its National Esports Performance Campus for a unique opportunity. The free ‘Meet the Buyer’ event will take place on Thursday February 12th 2026 from 1pm to 4.30pm at Athenaeum Street, Sunniside SR1 1QX, giving Sunderland businesses an exclusive opportunity to learn more […]
RTC North confirms move to The Beam
A business support organisation that is driving economic growth across the North of England has committed its future to Sunderland, signing a deal on a new city centre HQ. RTC North, a B Corp which has been headquartered in the city since it was formed in 1987, has signed a lease to take 2,222 […]
Sweeney Miller Law appoints employment law specialist
North East law firm Sweeney Miller Law has appointed Senior Associate Paul Lott as Head of Employment Law, formally launching a dedicated employment law service designed to support businesses across the region and beyond. A qualified solicitor specialising exclusively in Employment Law and HR for 17 years, Paul brings substantial experience advising both employers and […]
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 […]