Small businesses in West Northamptonshire will be put on the map by the Small Business Saturday campaign later this year, after it has announced plans to bring its next national roadshow to the area this autumn.The Tour will visit local businesses in Northampton on Monday, 18 November 2024 as part of a month-long journey across the UK, telling the inspirational stories of the UK’s 5.5 million small businesses and spotlighting the real people and communities behind them.Supported by BT, the Tour will visit small businesses in over twenty UK towns and cities, undertaking ‘behind-the-scenes’ style scenes, interviewing local business owners...

09 September, 2024

As business owners, you’re aware that the Equality Act 2010 protects your employees from discrimination at work.But did you know that this protection starts before they even step through the door?Nicky Buckley MCIPD, an HR expert and owner of East Midlands HR in Northamptonshire, explains further.“Discrimination can happen from the very first interaction with a candidate. Business owners must be aware that discrimination claims can be brought by individuals even before their first day on the job.“Recruitment can be a creative process—think open house events, video introductions or other fun and innovative ways to attract great candidates. There are no set processes...

09 September, 2024

Bridge Street in Northampton is set to reopen to traffic in both directions after two fire damaged buildings were made safeBridge Street in Northampton is set to reopen to traffic in both directions after two fire damaged buildings were made safe.Earlier this year, the First Tier Tribunal gave the landowner until 6 September to complete the work, making the area safe and allowing the road reopening.Due to the Lloyds Bank Tour of Britain passing through the town, the closure will remain in place on Saturday 7 September, and the route will be open again by Sunday morning.Cllr Phil Larratt, Cabinet...

07 September, 2024

The catering has been finalised, trophies delivered and our finalists are now getting ready for the big night – if you want to join in the fun you’ll need to act quickly.There are now only three tables left to purchase for this year’s NNBN awards, which are being held at the Mercure Hotel Northampton on Friday, 4th October.A huge range of finalists are in the running for the 2024 NNBN awards, including businesses big and small, tourism venues, design companies, salons, museums, a gym, florist and a number of charities.NNBN Director Simon Cox said “If you want to join us...

07 September, 2024

Luxury home lifestyle brand Bell of Northampton are offering shoppers excellent savings in their September sale, which kicks off on Saturday September 7th.Located on Kingsthorpe Avenue, Northampton, the store is offering big savings on top brands with discounts available on bathrooms, kitchens, fires and stoves, and barbecues and outdoor living.“It’s that time of year again when our September sale kicks off!” says Lee Ferris, managing director at Bell of Northampton. “The sale is always one of our biggest events and this year is no different.“We have some amazing deals on some of our most famous brands including Mackintosh kitchens, Villeroy...

07 September, 2024

Three intrepid adventurers from Acorn Analytical Services are preparing to take on the Three Peaks Challenge this weekend in aid of Northamptonshire charity, Cynthia Spencer Hospice.Dan Crask, Max Wright and Alex Rust are travelling to Scotland on Friday, September 6 to start the challenge by climbing Ben Nevis. This will be followed by Scafell Pike in the Lake District before tackling the final peak of Snowdon in Wales.The trio are aiming to complete all three mountains in the challenge – a combined climb of 11,182 ft – within 24 hours.Ahead of the challenge, Dan, Max and Alex set up their...

07 September, 2024

A local businesswoman from Wellingborough-based independent IT consultancy, 3RS IT Solutions, has been announced as a finalist in the Fundraiser Award category of the BBC Radio Northampton Make a Difference Awards.Marketing director Leila Souch was nominated by husband and fellow director Steve Souch, in recognition for her fundraising efforts for the Teamwork Trust, a charity which is dedicated to supporting people who are living with learning disabilities, autism and mild mental health issues.As part of her fundraising efforts, Leila encouraged the 3RS team to roll up their sleeves for a year-long fundraising journey of challenges which included a treacherous assault...

07 September, 2024

Hundreds of vacancies will be promoted at this month’s Jobs Fair – being hosted by Brackmills Business Improvement District (BID) and held inside Northampton’s historic Delapré Abbey.The event, running from 10am to 1pm on Friday, 27th September, will promote a host of vacancies and opportunities – everything from office work and management to driving jobs, packing and facilities.People are invited to pop along – no need to register. Simply make your way to the main entrance of the historic home and follow the signage.The jobs fair will be held in the stunning Bouverie Suite rooms.Sara Homer, Chief Executive of Brackmills...

07 September, 2024

Stagecoach Midlands, in partnership with West Northamptonshire Council and with support from the Department for Transport, has launched a discounted ticket offer at weekends for families and groups to travel by bus in and around Northampton.A ticket for up to 5 people (the Northampton Weekend Group Dayrider) will be just £6 and is available at this discounted rate every Saturday and Sunday during September. The ticket will cover the Northampton Megarider area.The offer comes in time for this weekend's Lloyds Bank Tour of Britain Men event, taking place on Saturday 7 September, and as Northampton Market is set to return to the historic market...

06 September, 2024

Businesses hoping to make Northamptonshire’s Vulcan Works their home need to move fast – as there are just 10 midsize offices remaining.The purpose-built serviced workspace, which is based in the town’s Cultural Quarter, is made up of two buildings – the main Vulcan Works on Guildhall Road and the four-storey St John’s Building on Fetter Street.Local businesses have already filled the Guildhall Road base and there are limited available workspaces left at St John’s – three on the first floor and seven on the top floor.The remaining spaces are all around 360 square feet in size, which comfortably fits six...

06 September, 2024

In commemoration of David Laing CBE, Northamptonshire Community Foundation has launched the David Laing CBE Young People Poetry Award.Beneficiaries and volunteers from Northamptonshire Community Foundation-funded charities and community groups, aged 11 – 17 years old, are invited to enter a poem that relates to the theme Loving Living Life. The award winner will have the opportunity to perform their poem at the foundation’s Annual Awards event in November, at The Royal Theatre. David Laing CBE amongst his many philanthropic, public service and community leadership roles in Northamptonshire a published poet who was inspired to write poetry that painted pictures using words....

05 September, 2024