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BECBC chief executive Dianne Richardson celebrates five years at the helm

Prestigious accolade for Whitehaven’s The Edge

Cumbrian organisation ranks among global giants

Power of adventure – Bendrigg Trust’s Sara Murray confirmed as latest speaker for Conference Cumbria

Help to make the most of Copeland’s shopfronts

Copeland Council has adopted a document that will help improve the quality of shopfronts in Copeland’s towns and villages.

Rare opportunity to run Lake District inn for £90,000 a year

Potential landlords can take advantage of a rare opportunity to run a Lake District inn.

Event for firms to get involved with redevelopment of West Cumberland Hospital

Local businesses can find out how to get involved in the next phase of the redevelopment of the West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven at an event later this month.

National Insurance rise will create burden for businesses says Armstrong Watson

Accountants Armstrong Watson has warned that an increase in National Insurance contributions for businesses could discourage the creation of new jobs and potentially put some at risk.

Boris Johnson is a modern day Dick Turpin says leading Cumbrian accountant

A leading accountant today accused Prime Minister Boris Johnson of committing a tax grab worthy of highwayman Dick Turpin.

Grants to encourage firms to invest in Carlisle city centre

Carlisle City Council has launched a new grants programme to encourage businesses to invest in the city centre.

Hospitality businesses warned to prepare for end of coronavirus VAT relief

A leading accountancy firm warns that Cumbrian businesses must take measures to prepare for the end of coronavirus VAT rate relief.

Concerns over plans for National Insurance hike

Cumbria Chamber of Commerce has raised concerns for employers who may be expected to up National Insurance contributions to improve the country’s social care system.

Cumbria business survey highlights ongoing coronavirus impact

A survey of Cumbrian businesses highlights the ongoing COVID-19 impact.

Tourism and hospitality businesses sign up to major Barrow jobs fair

Tourism and hospitality businesses from across the Lakes and South Cumbria have signed up for a major jobs fair aimed at matching the latest vacancies with potential new recruits.