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Monday 19 April 2021

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EG Group acquires fresh fast food chain

EG Group has expanded with the acquisition of a British fresh fast food restaurant chain, which has sites in more than 70 locations.
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Business Matters: Wealth planning after the Corona crisis

The coronavirus crisis has been an unprecedented challenge for humanity and a shock to the global economy. We expect to see trends developing in five areas: family and asset protection, succession planning, relocation, digitalisation, and financial & liquidity planning. James Bailey & Glenn Branney from Julius Baer International offer their advice.
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Deals

AstraZeneca’s $39bn Alexion deal clears US hurdle

AstraZeneca's proposed $39bn acquisition of Alexion Pharmaceuticals has taken an important step toward completion.
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Grocery delivery firm backed by £4.5m investment

A Congleton-headquartered on-demand grocery delivery service has secured a £4.5m investment.
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SRG to sell Findel Education to Endless

Studio Retail Group (SRG) has agreed a deal to sell its Findel Education business to Endless for £30m.
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MBO at handling equipment firm

An Oldham-headquartered supplier of ergonomic handling equipment has undergone a management buyout.
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FIREM expands with Wrexham acquisition

FI Real Estate Management (FIREM) has expanded with the acquisition of Wrexham-based warehousing company F.Lloyd (Penley), adding 833,000 sq ft of space to its portfolio.
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Business Matters: Open Innovation - Redefining the future lab

Dr Kath Mackay, managing director of Bruntwood SciTech - Alderley Park, explores why the time is now for science and what this means for the future of the lab.
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Business

‘Big six’ agree to join lucrative European Super League

The Premier League's 'big six' have agreed to join a host of European sides – including the likes of Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus – in launching a new competition. The proposals have been criticised by pundits, fans and other organisations.
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Culture Liverpool eyes funding boost as city reopens

Culture Liverpool could soon secure a six-figure funding boost that will allow it to support the sector as it moves away from the pandemic.
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New directors to lead Stephenson STUDIO

Manchester-based architectural practice Stephenson STUDIO has appointed a pair of long-standing team members to lead the firm into a "new era".
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Major boost for LCR’s hospitality sector

Plans to help revive Liverpool City Region's hospitality industry look set to get a multimillion-pound boost later this week.
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Ask the expert: The North West is ripe for investment — so what needs to happen next?

Nick Irving from Howgate Sable says few places compare to the North West when it comes to the vast scope for investment in the landscape. As we begin to exit the uncertainty of the last year, funds are actively looking for the right opportunity — and there is plenty to be had in our corner of the country.
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Property

Office development proposals knocked back

Plans for an office development in Cheshire have been turned away on the back of Jodrell Bank Observatory raising concerns.
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Revised plans in for Runcorn scheme

Challenger Building Services has re-submitted plans for a larger scheme on a site in Runcorn.
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Approval nears for Rivington Chase homes

Plans for a housing development on the £262m redevelopment of the former Horwich Loco Works look set to secure approval later this week.
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Plans in for Telegraph House transformation

Plans to transform the Telegraph House building in Crosby into a mixed-use residential and retail development have been submitted.
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Business Matters: Why looking at your business water use pays off

Barry McGovaney from Water Plus says water can be a significant cost that is frequently overlooked as not having much saving potential in terms of environmental impact or cost. It's worth looking at – and here's why.
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Caddick Construction making progress on Windermere scheme

Caddick Construction is making "strong progress" on the delivery of 25 properties at Windermere Marina Village, with the structure of the buildings now complete.
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Work nears completion on Cumbria hotel

Work on a Cumbria country inn and hotel is nearing completion.
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Greater Manchester Investment Guide 2021

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A comprehensive guide to investing in the region’s authorities, with facts, figures, statistics and key contacts.
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