Recruitment firm makes strategic leadership promotions

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Recruitment firm makes strategic leadership promotions
The recruitment arm of Ford and Stanley Talent Services Group has promoted four key team members to further bolster its leadership capabilities. Billy Jackson has been promoted from Managing Consultant to Principal Consultant with Ford & Stanley Executive Search after 3.5 years with the company. Tom Norton steps into his new role as Head of Executive Search following a successful tenure as Business Manager over the past 2.5 years. Meanwhile, Paige Roome-Hanson moves from Senior Recruitment Consultant to Managing Consultant within Ford & Stanley Recruitment after three successful years with the company. Callum Wildes has also been promoted to Senior Recruitment Consultant (Interim and Contract opportunities), having been with the company for just over a year. “Leadership isn’t just about holding a title; it’s about creating impact,” said Sam Ford, the company’s Director of Recruitment. “By promoting these talented individuals who have consistently demonstrated excellence, we are investing not only in their potential but also driving our company’s future forward. “We’re now living in a fast-paced world where adaptability is crucial. Our newly promoted team leaders bring both fresh perspectives and seasoned experience that will guide us through evolving market dynamics, as we seek innovative approaches in fulfilling our client needs across various sectors.”

New infrastructure funding could unlock more housing in Derbyshire

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New infrastructure funding could unlock more housing in Derbyshire

A £1 million funding proposal from the East Midlands Combined County Authority could enable the construction of 200 additional homes in Wingerworth, Derbyshire. The funding would support a new southern access road to The Avenue, a former industrial site that underwent a £185 million remediation effort.

The Avenue, once a heavily contaminated coking plant, closed in 1992 after four decades of coal, gas, and chemical production. The site was redeveloped after extensive cleanup with housing and a 220-acre country park.

North East Derbyshire District Council approved plans for 469 homes in 2014, with 252 already completed by Tilia Homes. However, further expansion is contingent on infrastructure upgrades. Derbyshire County Council has proposed a £1.3 million project to upgrade the junction at Derby Road and Mill Lane, adding traffic signals to improve access. Work is expected to start in October and be completed by March 2026.

The improvements would also unlock 10 acres of commercial space and enhance public transport connections. Local officials stress that without public funding, further development of homes and business facilities may be stalled.

Househam Sprayers secures new ownership, operations to continue

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Househam Sprayers secures new ownership, operations to continue

Househam Sprayers Ltd, a Lincolnshire-based manufacturer of self-propelled sprayers, entered administration earlier this month and has been acquired by the newly formed Househam Group Ltd. The acquisition aims to stabilize the business’s finances and position it for long-term growth.

The company’s leadership team includes Managing Director Robey Willey, with Nick Snowden (Commercial Director), Dean Eaton (Operations Director), and Frank Pearson (Finance Director) overseeing key functions. A senior management team has also been appointed to handle the supply chain, product support, engineering, and HR.

Househam Group will retain all 47 employees and continue production without disruptions. Existing customers, suppliers, and partners will receive direct updates on operational changes.

Midlands Engine Investment Fund II marks over 100 deals with investment in air compressor installation business

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Midlands Engine Investment Fund II marks over 100 deals with investment in air compressor installation business
The Midlands Engine Investment Fund II has marked over 100 deals across the Midlands. The fund has driven over £27m of investment into new and growing businesses across the region since its launch last year. An additional £10m of private sector investment has also been unlocked to help small businesses scale and grow, bringing the total to £37m. The latest deal in the East Midlands for the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II is a £250,000 debt investment in specialist air compressor installation business CSEM Technologies, via appointed fund manager Maven Capital Partners. CSEM Technologies provides installation, servicing, and maintenance of air compressors for a wide range of businesses, including well-known brands such as Howdens, Pukka Pies, and Weleda UK, as well as local councils and hospitals. The company will use the funding to strengthen its workforce by hiring additional skilled engineers and upgrading its operational infrastructure, and to target new sectors for growth. Andy Crone, Managing Director, CSEM Technologies, said: “We were looking for ways to level up the business in terms of our offering, skillset and infrastructure, and to do so we realised that external finance would be needed. “The funding from the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II has allowed us to create jobs, strengthen our core offering, and to start looking ahead at the new sectors we’re keen to target. 2025 is already looking to be an exciting year for us at CSEM Technologies.”

Nottingham construction consultancy moves to Grade II-listed lace house

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Nottingham construction consultancy moves to Grade II-listed lace house
Multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy EDGE has relocated its Nottingham team to a new office in the city’s historic Lace Market. With its team of 40 having outgrown its previous premises at Heritage Mews, adjacent to Nottingham Contemporary, the newly refurbished office in the Grade II-listed former lace house The Birkin Building provides a more collaborative, contemporary working environment The refurbishment was designed in collaboration between interior design & sustainability consultants Spenbeck, and Mark Holmes, design lead at EDGE, with the move coordinated by Mark’s colleagues Charlotte Hayes and Imogen Matthews. Geoff Tindsley, director at EDGE’s Nottingham office, said: “Aligned with our recent brand refresh and continued focus on people, our new Nottingham office creates the ideal space to improve collaboration for our growing team, while allowing flexibility for continued expansion. “The character and inspiration of working within such a prestigious building in the city made it the perfect choice for us. “As the founding office, Nottingham has always been a strategic location for EDGE. Our new office fits comfortably in this creative city. We have an affinity with the region as many of our people grew up here and our established client base reflects the region’s broad-based identity. “The new office will enable us to attract and retain the very best people in the industry, while supporting our ambitious national growth plans. The Nottingham team have worked incredibly hard to get us to this point, and we couldn’t be any prouder of what we’ve collectively achieved.” EDGE is long established in Nottingham supporting national and regional clients across a wide variety of sectors including commercial, schools and further education, higher education, health & social care, manufacturing, automotive and infrastructure. The Nottingham office is currently delivering several major projects across the region, including the NHP funded National Rehabilitation Centre at Stanford Hall, Nottingham College’s Stoney Street campus, London Luton Airport, United Lincolnshire NHS FT and student accommodation in the City.

New skills service to support growth for Chesterfield businesses

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New skills service to support growth for Chesterfield businesses
Businesses in Chesterfield can access a new skills service which aims to help them to grow their business and boost productivity. The Chesterfield Skills Brokerage Service provides businesses with free impartial advice that will help them to identify skills gaps in their business, access training programmes, including the University of Derby’s Executive and Professional Education courses and navigate wider funding opportunities available for training. Together this will enable businesses to access the tools that they need to grow. Delivered by the University of Derby on behalf of Chesterfield Borough Council, the free service is funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. A series of workshops and events have been planned to provide further support for businesses and create networking opportunities where participants can collaborate to enhance skills provision in their organisations. Councillor Tricia Gilby, Leader of Chesterfield Borough Council, said: “The Skills Brokerage Service is a fantastic initiative which can help deliver higher level skills and education to people and employers in Chesterfield. “This helps businesses to develop the skills they need to grow and can help our residents to access higher paying jobs which in turn will help strengthen our local economy. “I’m proud that we are working in partnership with the University of Derby to deliver this service which has the potential to make a real difference in our borough.” The Skills Brokerage Service complements and provides access to the Executive and Professional Education offering from the University’s St Helena Campus in Chesterfield. Businesses can access a wide range of courses including CPD and short courses focused on leadership and management, management apprenticeships spanning business, marketing and human resource management, logistics and accounting. Matt Bromley, Academic Manager of Professional Executive Education, said: “The University has direct links to a wide range of organisations working across a variety of sectors, and our Executive Education programmes have been built on our knowledge and interactions with partners and stakeholders. “The holistic offer is designed for public and private organisations through to major organisations and SMEs. “There are several benefits to both the employer and employee. For the employer, it demonstrates a commitment to investing in people and ensures that they acquire the exact knowledge, skills and behaviours they need. “The employee, meanwhile, will develop important capabilities that all employers demand from their leaders and the ability to engage employees, forge collaborative relationships and develop people.”

East Midlands law firm adds partner following ‘significant growth’

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East Midlands law firm adds partner following ‘significant growth’
East Midlands law firm Howes Percival has recruited contentious trusts and probate partner Lewis Addison following a period of significant growth for the team. Lewis specialises in resolving property, trusts and probate disputes calmly and quickly, through negotiation or court action. Lewis’ recent work includes challenges to wills, and other lifetime transactions; Inheritance Act claims for financial provision from estates; disputes in the administration of estates and trusts and claims in relation to the beneficial ownership of property. Lewis is a member of The Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS), and regularly gives seminars to other local lawyers on contentious trusts and probate. Howes Percival’s Contentious Trusts and Probate team represent beneficiaries of Estates, Executors and Trustees and those who wish to make claims against Estates or challenge Wills. The team also provide pro-active support to Howes Percival’s Private Client Team. Howes Percival Partner, Jennifer Laskey, said: “Lewis is a fantastic addition to the team and is well respected across Leicestershire and beyond. He brings a wealth of experience in contentious trusts and probate and adds yet another ACTAPS qualified lawyer to our already strong team. “Contentious Probate dispute continue to be a growing area of law with data showing increasing numbers of claims issued in the High Court each year. We have a specialist team who can advise clients in these disputes whilst many other firms rely on their existing litigation offering. “As a result, over the past couple of years, the team has seen significant growth in the number and quality of instructions received. Expanding the team is a natural step and part of our commitment to delivering excellent client service.”

Leicester plumbing supplier collapses, 27 jobs lost

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Leicester plumbing supplier collapses, 27 jobs lost

HAC Pipeline Supplies, a Leicester-based plumbing and pipefitting supplier, has ceased trading after 40 years, resulting in 27 job losses.

Administrators Christopher Lewis and Tyrone Courtman of RSM UK Restructuring Advisory were appointed on February 21 after the company faced trading and cash flow difficulties and increasing creditor pressure. A small number of employees remain to assist with the closure process.

The administrators are working to sell the company’s remaining stock through John Pye & Sons to maximize returns for creditors. Support is being provided to affected employees to help them claim entitlements.

New commercial unit in Kegworth set to create 250 jobs

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New commercial unit in Kegworth set to create 250 jobs

Plans have been submitted for a 170,000 sq ft commercial development on the former Royal Bank of Scotland data centre site in Kegworth. Developer Hobden Estates has filed the proposal with North West Leicestershire District Council, projecting the creation of approximately 250 jobs.

The existing building, decommissioned since 2021, will be demolished in two phases, with council approval for demolition granted in December 2024. The new facility will include warehouse space, offices, and 160 parking spaces, focusing on accessibility to primary transport links, including East Midlands Airport.

The development also aims to invest in workforce skills and education. A newsletter outlining the plans and requesting feedback has been sent to local residents.

Nottingham firm enters liquidation, 65 jobs lost

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Nottingham firm enters liquidation, 65 jobs lost

Innovation Laser Limited, a Nottingham-based architectural fabrication and laser-cutting company, has entered liquidation, resulting in 65 redundancies. Joint liquidators James O. Everist and Andrew J. Cordon of CFS Restructuring were appointed on February 10, 2025.

The company, founded in 2016, owes £3.6 million to 142 creditors. Employees are owed £39,557 in unpaid wages and holiday pay, but only £11,000 has been raised through asset sales for preferential creditors.

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