HR ADVICE: Self-employed, worker or employee – are you classifying correctly?
Earlier this month, the long-awaited result of Uber v Aslam, a high-profile case which delved into the subject of employment status, came to a head at the Supreme Court. Backing previous findings by employment tribunals and the Court of Appeal, the Supreme Court...
Nala Engineers targets growth after Covid-hit 2020
A family run electrical contractor is looking to a year of growth after bouncing back from the challenges it faced during 2020, brought about by the coronavirus pandemic. Like many businesses, Seaham-based Nala Engineers was forced to furlough staff as the country was...
New board appointment for Seaham company Redu
Redu Group, a leading provider of employee benefit & retail marketing solutions, has announced the appointment of Karen Hubbard to their Board of Directors, as Non-Executive Chair to help drive further growth and expansion for the company. Karen Hubbard, former...
Innovative modular housebuilder begins recruitment for diverse workforce
An innovative modular North East housebuilder is expanding the business by recruiting a team of people with a diverse skillset. CoreHaus, which recently set up a manufacturing facility in a 20,000 sq ft unit on Jade Business Park, Murton, near Seaham in County Durham...
BEEP helps 100 businesses improve their energy efficiency
Nearly 100 businesses in County Durham have significantly improved their energy efficiency in the last year, thanks to a project which helps save on running costs by reducing carbon emissions. Despite the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, Durham County Council’s...
HR ADVICE: How to achieve a smooth transition of leadership in your business
A transition of power usually brings about change, which can be a good thing when managed well. However, the process doesn’t come without its challenges. We need only look back to January when one of the most public and emotionally charged leadership transitions took...
Seaham based Redu launches new app based employee health rewards scheme
A North East retail rewards specialist has launched a new scheme to help UK employers encourage their workforces to lead healthier lifestyles. Reward Me Now, already in use with large employers such as Eddie Stobart and Hays Travel, is launching their Health Package,...
Issue four of East Durham Business magazine available to read online
The fourth issue of the area’s flagship magazine, East Durham Business, is available to read in full online. Themed around ‘bouncing back from COVID-19’ the magazine features businesses from across the area, which are dealing with the challenging climate in many...
£5m coronavirus recovery pot open for businesses affected by pandemic
Businesses can now access a £5 million grant funded by Durham County Council to help them implement recovery plans to overcome the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. The COVID-19 crisis has had a significant impact on the economy and recovery is likely to take time,...
The future looks sweet for Murton mum Amy as she launches her own business
A mum of two has taken her first steps into entrepreneurship to launch her own party business during the months of lockdown. Amy Speckman, 28, from Murton in County Durham has set up Sweetie Treats, which offers services to make your wedding, birthday party or...
HR ADVICE: How employers can help working parents through school closures
In efforts to control the spread of coronavirus as vaccinations get underway, the government has temporarily closed schools to most pupils. Schools remain open for children who are vulnerable or whose parents are key workers and need the cover so they can go out to...
Concern as vital transport funding withdrawn at critical time
The Government’s decision to slash northern transport funding by more than half will deprive the region of vital investment at a critical time, as well as undermining promises to close the North/South divide. This is the view of Cllr Carl Marshall, Durham County...
Seaham among the locations for new electric vehicle charging points
Electric vehicle charging points will become more widespread across County Durham in a move to reduce carbon emissions and make it easier for residents to own electric cars. As part of an ambitious plan to ensure residents without off-street parking can access an...
Jade Business Park the choice for innovative modular housebuilder
Innovative modular housebuilder, CoreHaus, is opening its first UK manufacturing site at a County Durham business park as part of its scale-up plans. CoreHaus has secured its new 20,000 sq ft unit at Jade Business Park, in Murton near Seaham, and recruited a highly...
Read issue four of East Durham Business magazine online
The fourth issue of the area’s flagship magazine, East Durham Business, is available to read in full online. Themed around ‘bouncing back from COVID-19’ the magazine features businesses from across the area, which are dealing with the challenging climate in many...
Five businesses grow in or move to County Durham with fund support
The Finance Durham Fund has invested over £1 million in five businesses to grow in or move to County Durham over the last twelve months. Established by Durham County Council in 2017, Finance Durham is a £20m investment fund overseen by Business Durham and managed by...
HR ADVICE: What should employers consider when people planning for the year ahead?
A lot has happened this year. So much so that Brexit, one of the most discussed and publicised topics at the start of 2020, ended up taking a back seat and almost fell off the radar completely for some people. Taking its place was, of course, the coronavirus pandemic....
Seaham’s GAS gets into the festive spirit to help families at Christmas
More than 1,000 families in County Durham and Sunderland have benefited thanks to the generosity of a firm’s Christmas appeal. Seaham-based Great Annual Savings Group (GAS) ran a December community campaign to distribute gifts, food parcels and donations totalling...