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		<title>Gateway2Lease appoints former JLR executive Jade Bickerton as Sales Director</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:06:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Car and van leasing provider Gateway2Lease has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Jade Bickerton, a former business manager at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), as its Sales Director.   Jade joins Gateway2Lease as the West Midlands-based business experiences 20% year-on-year growth across all sales channels, and has recently expanded its sales team.   She will be [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>YOGA TEACHER REVEALS SECRETS BEHIND LOOKING ‘HALF HER AGE’</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:34:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dionne Palmer has spent more than two decades proving that wellness is about far more than appearances. At 57, the Chester-based yoga expert is regularly mistaken for being in her 30s, but she insists there is no miracle cream or cosmetic procedure behind her youthful looks. Instead, she credits a commitment to yoga, stress management [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>AS MUSIC GCSE RESULTS ROLL IN, ONE IN THREE PARENTS CALL FOR MORE MUSIC LESSONS AT SCHOOL</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:34:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[As teenagers across the country eagerly – or perhaps apprehensively – await their GCSE results, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s latest research finds that more than four in five (86%) parents feel more could be done to engage their children in classical and orchestral music.   The bigger picture for music education at GCSE level remains [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Cares Laboratory shortlisted for International Trade Honour at 2026 Sheffield Business Awards</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:52:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Cares Laboratory, the South Yorkshire-based company behind award-winning household cleaning brand Vamoosh, has been shortlisted for the International Trade Award at the 2026 Sheffield Business Awards, following a period of significant global expansion. The Barnsley-based business has been named as one of three finalists for the award, which recognises companies that have excelled in global [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Onshoring Could Add up to £9bn to Regional Economies by 2031</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 06:36:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Manchester, UK, 12 August 2026 – An estimated 90,000 jobs are forecast to relocate from London to regional centres across the UK by 2031, according to new analysis from global talent solutions partner Robert Walters. This onshoring activity could generate up to £9bn for regional economies across the UK.   Once relocations are complete, the initial £9bn generated as of 2031 is expected to rise between £12-15bn per year with increased local supply-chain demands and consumer-spending [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Procurement Growth Group brings together Thornton &#038; Lowe and Executive Compass in major move for UK bid writing and tendering sector</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:39:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The newly formed group brings together specialist bid writing, tendering, procurement and bid software expertise, creating the UK’s largest specialist bid writing group, with a 76-strong team and ambitious plans for further growth. Thornton &#38; Lowe and Executive Compass have formally come together under the newly formed Procurement Growth Group, marking a significant step forward for the UK bid writing and tendering sector. Both businesses have grown over the past 17 years from regional specialists into nationally recognised bid and tender writing firms, supporting organisations across the UK to compete for public [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>People don’t follow machines: why AI won’t be replacing leaders</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:39:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A leadership expert has shared his advice on the best way to use AI rather than fearing it.   Drew Povey, author and founder of the Drew Povey Consultancy says he doesn’t believe that AI will replace leaders, but it can help them up their game.   Drew, who has worked with leading sports teams and global [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Scammers target moments not people:  New research reveals young, busy and financially stretched people are most targeted by scammers</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:39:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[New research by cyber intelligence company OXIL overturns assumptions that elderly people are those most vulnerable to the online scammers – with situational factors rather than a person’s age emerging as more significant correlations. Being tired, going through a break-up or struggling with a gambling problem are some of the factors that make people more [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Don’t let your cyber defences take a holiday</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:39:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Summer is the peak season for cyber attacks – but a few simple precautions can help businesses avoid a holiday-season disaster.   As staff head off on holiday, work from hotels, cafés and airports, and businesses operate with reduced cover, cyber criminals are looking for exactly the same opportunities.   The timing is no coincidence. [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Timberwise shortlisted for three 2026 Property Care Awards</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:39:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Northwich-based property firm Timberwise has been shortlisted for three awards at the Property Care Association’s (PCA) 16th annual Property Care Awards.   Now in their sixteenth year, the awards were established in 2011 to recognise the achievements and contributions of PCA members across the specialist property care sector. Nine awards will be presented across three [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>SMALL BUSINESSES DIVIDED ON USING AI TO POWER GROWTH – AS MANY STAND BY THE  POWER OF ENTERPRISES BUILT ON STRONG HUMAN RELATIONSHIPS</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/small-businesses-divided-on-using-ai-to-power-growth-as-many-stand-by-the-power-of-enterprises-built-on-strong-human-relationships/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=small-businesses-divided-on-using-ai-to-power-growth-as-many-stand-by-the-power-of-enterprises-built-on-strong-human-relationships</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 05:11:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Three in 10 UK small business owners (31%) say they are already using AI to support their enterprises – although 27% say they either have no plans to use it – and a further 21% don’t regard AI as relevant to their business, according to new research from Novuna Business Finance. Whilst some small businesses [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>BUSINESS ASCENSION AWARDS CELEBRATES SOUL LED SUCCESS!</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/business-ascension-awards-celebrates-soul-led-success/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=business-ascension-awards-celebrates-soul-led-success</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:57:46 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Business Ascension Symposium &#38; Awards returned in spectacular style on 13th and 14th July, bringing together spiritual entrepreneurs, business leaders, speakers and change-makers from across the UK and internationally for two inspiring days of learning, recognition and meaningful connection. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR 2027 AS A JUDGE, SPEAKER, PARTNER OR NOMINEE Held at [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Tia-Brittany Unveils DTF – A Bold New Album Led by the Powerful Single ‘Don’t Talk Feelings’</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:29:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Australian singer-songwriter Tia-Brittany introduces her new album, DTF, an emotionally honest collection of songs led by the compelling focus single, Don’t Talk Feelings. Blending contemporary pop with cinematic storytelling, the Sydney-based artist continues to establish herself as one of Australia’s most exciting emerging talents. Born into a family with English, Irish and Barbadian roots, Tia-Brittany [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>New Woolton Golf Society Tees Off With Successful Launch Day</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:15:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A new business community initiative for professionals in Liverpool&#8217;s property, construction and related industries has got off to a strong start, with the inaugural Woolton Golf Society golf day taking place at Woolton Golf Club. The event brought together like-minded individuals from across the property and construction sectors for a relaxed and informal round of [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>ROCCIA invests in Lancashire&#8217;s future workforce with careers initiative for 120 students</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/roccia-invests-in-lancashires-future-workforce-with-careers-initiative-for-120-students/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=roccia-invests-in-lancashires-future-workforce-with-careers-initiative-for-120-students</link>
		
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:15:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[One of Lancashire&#8217;s leading independent retailers has welcomed more than 120 local secondary school students behind the scenes to showcase the wide range of careers available within the home improvement and design sector. ROCCIA, the Preston-based tile, bathroom and kitchen specialist, hosted two days of Future Careers events for Year 10 students from Eden Boys&#8217; [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The Manchester Screen expands following major investment in creative advertising</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:13:32 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Outdoor advertising enters a new era of ambitious brand campaigns The Manchester Screen has significantly expanded its creative capabilities as it positions itself at the forefront of a new era for outdoor advertising, where brands are looking beyond traditional billboards to create campaigns that capture attention, spark conversation and generate social engagement. Having spent the [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>North West&#8217;s Zen Internet launches fund to celebrate growing UK businesses</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:03:31 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rochdale-based Zen Internet has launched a new customer initiative designed to recognise the everyday milestones that help UK businesses grow, with a series of cash prizes available throughout the summer to help customers take their next step. The Big Moments Business Fund has been created to celebrate the achievements that often mark a turning point [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Virgin Money Backs McGoff Group’s Luxury Care Expansion</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:03:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The McGoff Group has secured a £13m funding facility from Virgin Money to support its luxury care home division, Dunham Care.   The five-year loan will support the continued stabilisation and long-term maturity of Herne Bay Manor, in Kent, the first care home setting for the new brand. It will also further strengthen the Group’s [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Salford site manager wins Pride in Job award</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:02:39 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A site manager working for Bellway’s Manchester division has been rewarded for their dedication to building quality homes for their customers. Mike Morrison is currently the site manager at The Putting Green, Bellway’s development in Salford, which offers a range of two, three and four bedroom homes. It is the first time he has won [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Over 2,000 micro-charities support Greater Manchester communities</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[New analysis of Charity Commission data by Ansvar Insurance has highlighted the significant contribution made by Greater Manchester&#8217;s smallest charities, with more than 2,000 micro-charities supporting causes across the region. The figures also show that 88 new micro-charities were registered during 2025, reflecting continued interest in community-led charitable activity. Adam Tier, Head of Underwriting at Ansvar, [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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