Commonwealth Games bronze medal for Northants senior estimator

A senior estimator at Northamptonshire’s Bhangals Construction Consultants, has scooped a much-coveted bronze medal in the Commonwealth Games 2022. Kieran Rollings, 22, took third place for England in the Lawn Bowls contest, which saw him play alongside his partner – the aptly named Craig Bowler – at Royal Leamington Spa as part of the competition, which was watched across the world. It is the second time that the athlete, who lives in Kettering, has competed in the Commonwealth Games, becoming the youngest ever Lawn Bowls participant in 2018, when the event was held on the Gold Coast in Australia. 2018 was also the year that he started his role at construction consultancy Bhangals. Kieran said: “My colleagues have been so supportive and are really proud of what I’ve achieved. Everyone wanted to see the medal when I came into the office! It’s the second Commonwealth Games for me and to come away with a bronze on home soil is pretty good! I’m super proud. “In a sport like ours, we don’t get a lot of funding so we all have to work. Funnily enough, a lot of the England team are in construction and we worked out that between us all we could build a house!” Kieran was inspired by his grandfather to take up Lawn Bowls in 2011, when he was looking for a hobby to fill his spare time. “I took up the sport and loved it from the first day I played,” said the medallist, who has been playing the sport internationally since 2015. The selection process for the national team begins 18 months before an event takes place. The nation’s finest are whittled down over the following months until the squad is a team of just four players. Kieran and Craig are this year’s top two. “It’s so nice to be selected for a home game,” said Kieran. “It doesn’t come round very often. It is an honour, a privilege, and a source of great pride. To compete for your country is unbelievable. There is enormous pressure to do well but you are representing your whole nation. We had the whole country behind us, and I was so proud to be out there.” Bhangals Construction Consultants Managing Director Parm Bhangal said: “Kieran winning a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games is an incredible achievement, especially at such a young age. Kieran is a highly valued, hardworking member of the Bhangals team who always strives to do well. We are immensely proud of him and will continue to support all his athletic ambitions with great gusto.”

Reward your team and bolster morale at the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2022

Celebrating the region’s property and construction industry, and offering a prime opportunity for networking, the prestigious East Midlands Bricks Awards will return on Thursday 15 September, at the Trent Bridge Cricket Ground. Nominations for the event are open, and now is the perfect time to make your submissions, ahead of next week’s deadline (Friday 19 August), to shine a light on your team, reward their hard work, and boost morale. To submit a business or development for the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2022, please click on a category link below or visit this page.
The Overall Winner of the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2022 will also be awarded a year of marketing/publicity worth £20,000. Find out who last year’s winners were here. Les Needham, head of business development at G F Tomlinson, reflected on winning two awards at the 2021 event: “We are absolutely delighted to have won two awards at the East Midlands Bricks Awards this year, coming up against strong competition that showcases all the fantastic work that has been happening in the industry. Despite the challenges that COVID-19 has posed, we continued to demonstrate our credentials as a responsible Contractor on all our projects through the social value agenda, providing community benefits through local employment and training initiatives and environmental protection. “We are pleased to have been so highly recognised for this by winning Responsible Business of the Year and Overall Winner on the night, which is a true testament to our team’s hard work. We had a wonderful evening celebrating – there was a real buzz in the air and we commend the organisers for putting on such an excellent event.”

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Tickets can now be booked for the awards event – click here to secure yours. The special awards evening and networking event will be held on 15 September 2022 in the Derek Randall Suite at the Trent Bridge County Cricket Club from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. Connect with local decision makers over canapés and complimentary drinks while applauding the outstanding companies and projects in our region. The event will also welcome John Forkin MBE DL, Managing Director at award-winning investment promotion agency Marketing Derby, as keynote speaker. Dress code is standard business attire.
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Mablethorpe set to be a leader in medical innovation

Mablethorpe is set to be a leader in the development of medical technology and innovation after the government gave the go-ahead for the Campus for Future Living.
£8.5m in Town Deal funding has been approved for the campus which will put Mablethorpe at the forefront of medical technology and health and care related teaching and research. And, in more good news for the area, the government also approved the first phase of the ‘mobi-hub’. Mablethorpe Town Centre Transformation and Mobi-Hub are two projects within the Mablethorpe Town Deal that are aligned to make the town centre more attractive, less cluttered, and more coherent, to the benefit of locals and visitors and to the wider economy. They also seek to address accessibility issues and provide greater connectivity. The Connected Coast Board oversees the Town Deal programme and projects for Mablethorpe, and chair Chris Baron welcomed the approval from government. He said: “The confirmation that these important and innovative projects can go ahead is hugely significant for Mablethorpe and the surrounding area. “Both the campus and the Mobi-Hub will be transformational for Mablethorpe, and will bring far-reaching benefits for our communities, and beyond. “The campus will position our area as an exemplar in the field of medical technology, bringing jobs and attracting businesses. “I am hugely grateful to all our partners who have worked to develop these projects, and I look forward to seeing the difference that they will make for Mablethorpe.” Victoria Atkins, MP for Louth and Horncastle, said: “This confirmation of significant funding to improve transport connectivity and enhance health and social care provision will bring transformational change to Mablethorpe and the surrounding area. Notably, they will attract more healthcare professionals and businesses to our beautiful corner of Lincolnshire benefiting our community and local economy.” Cllr Craig Leyland, leader of East Lindsey District Council, said: “This is a huge investment into Mablethorpe which will put the town on the map for its national significance in developing new medical technology and innovation. “Together with the Mobi-Hub, these Towns Deals projects will bring positive change to Mablethorpe, increasing footfall for our businesses and creating jobs for our residents now and for years to come. These projects are milestones to celebrate, and I look forward to seeing the new opportunities they bring to the Lincolnshire coast and wider East Lindsey.” Led by a coalition of local, regional, and national partners, the Campus for Future Living will put Mablethorpe at the heart of the provision of health and care related jobs and businesses. As well as providing a base for the development and testing of medi-tech applications, it will also enable the continued professional development of clinicians, and will provide support and training for people working in care. Julian Free CBE, deputy vice chancellor, University of Lincoln, said: “The University of Lincoln is delighted the Government funding for the Campus for Future Living has been secured, which recognises the hard work of all partners in this project drawn together by the University’s programme manager. “It is a significant step in the plan to advance medical and social care in the region and address longstanding health inequalities. The Campus will provide the resources for research and innovation alongside facilities for medical and social care delivery creating the synergy to accelerate improvement in health outcomes, which will also be exported beyond the region.” Professor John Hunt, academic lead for the Medical Technologies Innovation Facility (MTIF), said: “The campus will be a pioneer leading approaches that will be nationally and internationally relevant to the development and delivery of future healthcare to people in their communities. “Cocreating and delivering healthcare needs with the community, healthcare providers and industries. We are delighted to be a partner in this exciting opportunity and deliver new approaches to healthcare.” The approval for the Campus for Future Living and the mobi-hub comes after the other Town Deal projects for Mablethorpe were recently confirmed by the government, including the redevelopment of the Colonnade at Sutton on Sea. A new purpose-built leisure centre and digital learning complex is also set to be developed on the site of the current Station Sports Centre. In addition, Mablethorpe town centre will be transformed through a programme of shopfront and building repairs and improvements, and public realm enhancements. Finally, with the National Trust, a sustainable visitor hub with a range of accessible facilities will be developed to enhance explorations of the Sandilands Nature Reserve and the local area. In 2021, Mablethorpe agreed a town deal worth £23.9m and Skegness £24.5m – and with match funding, the total investment in both areas will be in the region of £80m.

7 key steps you can take to respond to cash flow struggles in your business

Many businesses struggle with cash flow problems, which may occur when more money is flowing out of your business than is coming to your business. Cash flow problems may be caused by a variety of factors, including seasonal fluctuations in sales, low profit margins, and poor financial planning. As a result, if you experience a cash flow shortage, you may not have enough funds to cover payroll or other operating expenses. It’s crucial to develop a strategy or plan, which can help you handle this issue and prevent a cash flow crisis from happening. Within this article, you will find seven key steps you can take to solve your cash flow struggles. Adjust Your Business Plan Encountering a cash flow shortage means that you should closely inspect your current business plan, processes, expenses, and operations. It’s important to determine why you encountered a cash flow problem and consider whether this is likely to become a recurring issue. This means that you will need to develop a strategy to help you handle future cash flow shortages. You can also look at individual areas of your business, including jobs, clients, events, employees, marketing strategies, products, and services. As a result, you can see which areas of your business generate the most and least income. Evaluate Your Options You will need to evaluate the options available to you and make an informed decision to solve this problem. Consider what you can do to bring more money into your business, whether that’s a credit card advance or a short-term loan. For example, payday loans can be particularly useful when you are faced with a cash flow shortage. Payday UK has made it easy to gain access to a loan from an industry-leading panel of lenders, which can save you time and help you get your business back on track. Once accepted, the money will typically be transferred on the same day. Speed Up Your Receivables There are many ways you can accelerate your receivables and bring extra cash to your business. For instance, you may want to offer and accept pre-orders for a product before it hits production. You can also ask new customers for a deposit or partial payment upfront instead of billing the whole amount due in a single invoice after products have been delivered. Start sending your invoices early and more frequently rather than waiting for the full completion of the job, as this means you will receive payment more quickly. Remember to make it convenient for customers to pay by offering a range of payment methods. Reduce Other Expenses If overspending makes things more difficult, you may find yourself cutting the largest expenses, such as inventory, marketing, or labour. However, this can be an expensive mistake, as these aspects are core to business operations. Instead, it would help if you focused on reducing your business spending without sacrificing the quality of customer service. Then, you can review your overhead expenses, including rent and utilities. Consider where you can cut back and try to get better rates or renegotiate your contracts. Be honest with your vendors and enquire about delaying payments. Have A Clear View Of Inventory If you run a product-based business, you should know the importance of keeping tabs on how much merchandise is available. You will need to develop a clear sense of how much inventory you have at any point, as otherwise you run the risk of overstocking and thus creating waste. It might be useful to invest in an inventory management system that can be integrated with your accounting software. This will allow you to maintain a real-time view of stock, as well as how much you paid for each product and how much you actually need at different times of the year. Create Cash Flow Forecasts One of the best ways to solve a cash flow issue is to prevent a shortage from occurring in the first place. Therefore, you should start creating and using cash flow forecasts, which will show you how much cash reserves your business needs over the next months. Cash flow forecasts are simple but often underused accounting tools. For example, if a seasonal dip in sales is expected or you may need to fulfil a one-off requirement for cash, you can take precautions now so that there is no negative impact on your business. Improve Invoicing It’s important to stay on top of your invoicing in general, as this will help you benefit from healthier cash flow. If you find that invoicing is consistently lagging, now might be the right time to find good accounting management software. Thanks to this, you can ensure accurate and timely invoices while avoiding potential errors that often occur with manual bookkeeping. You will be able to keep track of all transactions, as you will have access to a dashboard with an electronic trail of all related records. This will come in handy when it’s time for auditing.

Pet Treats Wholesale take Burton unit for new retail warehouse and e-commerce fulfilment facility

Rushton Hickman have recently let the 8,162 sq ft former Brantano Footwear unit on Union Street in Burton-on-Trent town centre on a new 10 year lease to local business Pet Treats Wholesale for their new retail warehouse and e-commerce fulfilment facility. The property is located in the heart of the town centre and fronts directly on to the Coopers Square car park and is close to national retailers including H&M and Next. Douglas Harvey, senior agency surveyor at Rushton Hickman, concluded the letting and said: “This has been a really interesting deal to be involved with, as it’s part of a recent trend of repurposing retail park units to enable occupiers to satisfy their storage needs in a market with a scarcity of warehousing supply as well as the needs of their customers who are increasingly transitioning towards shopping on-line. “The size and location of retail warehouses make them ideal for being adapted to provide both click and collect and last mile logistics services for the consumer.” Bill Stephens from Smith Price RRG said on behalf of the landlord: “It’s been a fantastic result to get a unit of this size let after being vacant for so long. We were impressed with Doug’s creativity in suggesting an occupier that we may not have normally considered for a property of this type and then getting the deal over the line for us.” Graham Bancroft, director of Rushton Hickman, said: “The market for retail warehouses has changed over recent years with traditional occupiers not necessarily being the ‘go-to’ for these spaces due to the change in the way people shop. “Consequently, it is important as an agent to think outside the box and not just consider the same old methods and we’re extremely pleased to see the hard work and effort that Doug put into this letting coming to fruition and we all wish Pet Treats Wholesale the best of luck in their new property.”

Lincolnshire recruiters snapped up by UK-wide group

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Kingdom Services Group has acquired Mercury Personnel Solutions – the Lincolnshire-based specialist recruiters to the fresh produce, horticulture, warehouse, and distribution sectors. The company will be branded and known as Kingdom Mercury. Robert Carter, Managing Director, and Gary Turner, operations director, will continue to lead the company along with the existing SMT. It will be a soft transition and business as usual for the Mercury customers and colleagues – but with the benefits that Kingdom can provide, which include wider “one stop” service capabilities, working synergies and specialist knowledge, and added value that come from being part of a 7000+ colleague and £200m turnover organisation operating across a UK-wide office network. Robert Carter, Mercury MD, said: “I’m incredibly proud of the achievements that the company has made over the years and extremely excited that the company has been acquired by Kingdom Services Group. I would like to thank the many clients that we have, the flexible workforce and the talented operations and accounts team that have made Mercury Personnel Solutions such a success over the years and look forward to continuing the success story with Kingdom Services Group. “The new merger will enable us to continue with our growth to the next level whilst being supported by the Kingdom Services Group whilst delivering enhanced services to clients and candidates alike. Further investment shall continue to expand our geographical offering and most importantly by joining an independently owned group I’m safe in the knowledge that business will be as usual only even better!” Terry Barton, CEO of Kingdom Services Group, said: “Mercury has 20+ years of trading and a strong and solid brand. They have an exceptional growth path because of a great team of people and like Kingdom also have a great energy about them. We also really liked that they are a 52-week recruitment business and aligned with Kingdom have a fantastic workforce (900+) and they attract and retain good people. The Mercury acquisition is aligned to our 2022 recruitment business growth plans. I personally welcome the Mercury team into the Kingdom Group.” Kingdom Services Group has a UK-wide network of 18 offices including Glasgow, Birmingham, London and Belfast with their National Support and Command Centre based at Newton-le-Willows. Kingdom also operates in India.

From city entrepreneurs and business leaders to county residents and tourists – why you should vote for Derby as the home of Great British Railways

Budding netball stars, train drivers and business leaders – plus a real-life pirate – have all shown their support as Derby bids to become the new home of the Great British Railways.

Derby is on a shortlist of six cities who are hoping to be chosen as the national headquarters. Great British Railways will be the new, single public body responsible for running and transforming Britain’s railways.

The city already has the backing of Local Authorities across the East Midlands and has received support from Derbyshire, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Leicester and Leicestershire, alongside 21 MPs from across the region – including Pauline Latham and Amanda Solloway, who visited Derby County’s Pride Park Stadium for their opening League One fixture of the season, to drum up support for the campaign.

And it seems that there is support in the county, too, with Jan Manfredi of Chesterfield-based award-winning ice-cream company Smith’s Creamland Ices and voluntary engine driver Debbie Jackson, who drives popular steam train ‘Little David’ through Matlock’s Hall Leys Park, giving the bid their backing.

Even Captain Jack Sparrow, who was visiting Matlock Bath recently, has voted for Derby to be the next home of the Great British Railways. He said: “Arrghh, Derby gets my vote every time.”

Chesterfield MP, Toby Perkins, believes that Derby is “the perfect place as the home of railways” and has written a letter to Transport Secretary Grant Shapps.

He said: “Derby’s geographic location and transport links are perfectly situated at the heart of the country’s rail network and would provide the ideal setting for linking together the north and south of Britain.

“Locating the new HQ in Derby would be very beneficial for the Great British Railways and would bring in much-needed investment and skilled jobs to the city, which would benefit the whole of Derbyshire and the East Midlands region.”

But more votes are needed before the August 15 deadline and campaigners will be asking shoppers in the Derbion to back the bid this week (Tuesday, August 9) whilst other supporters have visited tourist hotspots in the county.

Husband and wife Adam and Natalie Bamford, of Derby-based personalised corporate gifting company Colleague Box, are backing the bid. Adam said: “Derby is the birthplace of the industrial revolution and a city of innovation and home to leading global companies such as Alstom, Toyota, Rolls-Royce and many more.”

Natalie added: “It’s also a city with a big heart, supportive community and is brimming with talent. Its location makes it the perfect choice to be the home of the Great British Railways and the project would diversify and strengthen the local economy.”

Public relations company Penguin PR, who have offices in Derby and Chesterfield, are also supporting the bid. Director Simon Burch said: “Anyone who lives in Derby knows someone who works or used to work on the railways and there are reminders of our railway heritage everywhere, so the city has got rail tracks running through its veins.

“But as a local business owner and dad to two children, I realise how the region’s future relies on attracting projects of this calibre. Derby has been living in the shadows for too long when it comes to national recognition and attracting Government investment. I can’t think of a project that the city is more suited for, nor deserves as much.

“That’s why we’re supporting the bid and have placed our votes for Derby.”

Beverley Wakefield, of city-based Vibrant Accountancy, says that it would be a fantastic coup for the local economy.

She said: “We are very lucky to be situated in the heart of the country and so our network links are strong. Derby and Derbyshire has a great history with the rail industry and the city being home to the Great British Railways would be a fantastic boost for jobs in the region, and the local economy.”

Meanwhile, keen netball players Abi Smith (10) and her friend, 11-year-old Grace Ganly said that they love the fact that Derby is central to all UK destinations – and how exciting taking a train to a different city is.

“I travelled on the train from Derby to London at Christmas time, with my mum,” said Grace, “and it was really exciting. It didn’t take long at all, and I enjoyed watching the scenery go whizzing by.”

You can vote for Derby to be the location for the Great British Railways by clicking on the link here: Great British Railways Headquarters vote – Page 1 of 3 – Great British Railways – Citizen Space (gbrtt.co.uk)

Corporate insolvencies hit ten year high

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A dramatic year-on-year increase in corporate insolvencies to their highest point in a decade suggests that many East Midlands directors are opting to close their businesses, with failing confidence in their ability to trade in the current economic climate.

This is according to the Midlands branch of insolvency and restructuring body R3 and follows latest government statistics for England and Wales which highlight an 81.3% year-on-year increase in corporate insolvencies in the second quarter of 2022, rising from 3,105 in the same period in 2021 to the current total of 5,629.

R3 Midlands chair Eddie Williams, a partner at PwC in the region, said: “These figures show the highest levels of corporate insolvency since 2012, driven by an increase in all forms of insolvency process. Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidations have reached their highest recorded figure of 4,908, indicating that many directors are opting to close their businesses due to increasing economic pressures.

“The steady rise in Compulsory Liquidations since the start of the year also suggests that creditors are now making use of their power to issue winding-up petitions to try and claw back monies they are owed.

“Despite May’s unexpectedly positive GDP figures, these government statistics show that now is not the time for complacency. The current economic headwinds are only likely to worsen before they improve, and this will lead to local companies having to overcome a tough second half of this year.

“With household disposable income dropping for the eighth consecutive month in June, consumers are having to prioritise household bills before they can think about spending their money elsewhere. This, coupled with soaring utility costs, supply chain issues, rising interest rates and a tight labour market, will mean an uphill battle for many businesses.

“The insolvency statistics should be a timely prompt for any company director struggling with cashflow. Objective advice should be sought from a qualified, professional source to decide the best path forward – and the earlier this is done, the better.

“Most R3 members will give an hour’s free consultation to potential clients to enable them to understand more about the circumstances of the business, and to outline the options available to help them improve their situation.”

Construction of Etiquette Park units completes

Eight months after breaking ground at Clowes Developments-owned Etiquette Park in Ilkeston, lead construction contractor TanRo has handed over the completed units to occupiers Catering24 and WELEDA. Construction of both units, totalling circa 50,000 sq ft, began in December 2021. Despite a host of challenges faced by the industry, namely supply and demand of materials and a shortage of skilled labour, TanRo has delivered the bespoke units for Clowes Developments’ clients on time and according to programme, just eight months on. On Monday 25th July, practical completion of Unit A was certified. Unit A is a 27,349 sq ft industrial unit which sits on the left-hand side of the business park. Family business owners, Charlie, Steve and Oliver were onsite to mark the occasion and commented: “This is an exciting new chapter for Catering24. Our growth over recent years has led us to this point but it’s been 30+years in the making. We are looking forward to having our own set of keys and start making the brand new, pristine unit feel like home for our staff.” The deal marks significant expansion for the food packaging distributor who have doubled their turnover in the past two years. Catering24 has the option to purchase the property within the first 2 years. Assuming the option is triggered this will represent a total investment in the warehouse, equipment, racking and IT software to the sum of £2.8m. Charlie Dean, Managing Director at Catering24, added: “My daughter has been tracking the progress of the build since January, we have been driving her down to have a sneak peek at the unit which she has loved. I cannot wait to bring her back and show her around. This really is a special moment for us as a local family business.” Sustainable health and beauty pioneer WELEDA will also be moving into Unit B at Etiquette Park which comprises of a warehouse and office facility totalling 24,207 sq ft. The modern facility sits adjacent to Catering24’s unit on the right-hand side as you enter the site. The company’s Customer Care and Warehousing teams are expected to migrate over to the brand-new facility from WELEDA’s manufacturing site at Ilkeston within the next few months, allowing additional breathing space at the Heanor Road headquarters for the expanding business. WELEDA’s supply chain & warehouse manager, Robert Wood, said: “We are really delighted that our move date is now in sight, and cannot wait to settle our team into their new offices and warehouse facility. The expansion will not only enable us to recalibrate systems and streamline our business, but the exciting new space will undoubtedly inspire and motivate our team as it will provide improved working conditions. A great new springboard for the business!” Having completed the construction of Etiquette Park, lead contractor, TanRo, will have a short period of time to complete any snagging list items identified during the final inspection prior to practical completion sign off. Within a matter of weeks, the construction team will depart from the site and get ready to go again at the next Clowes project, Fairham Business Park. Fairham Business Park (FBP) is being brought forward as part of the wider masterplan for the £800m Fairham development, south of Clifton in Nottingham. The brand-new neighbourhood is being delivered by a joint venture between Clowes Developments and Homes England, the government’s housing accelerator. Outline planning permission is in place for one million square feet of commercial space within the 50-acre Fairham Business Park. TanRo have recently been announced as the lead construction contractor and are getting ready to settle into life on site at Fairham.

Property and construction firms have just 10 more days to showcase their achievements at the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2022

Providing a prime opportunity to shout about your business’s achievements, there are only 10 days left to enter the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2022! The annual event, organised by East Midlands Business Link Magazine, is an independent awards and publicity programme recognising development projects and people in commercial and public building across the region – from office, industrial and residential schemes, through to community projects such as leisure schemes and schools. The prestigious awards attract leaders from across the region and are the perfect way for businesses to promote themselves and those they work with. Indeed winning one of these awards will add considerably to a company’s or individual’s brand and enhance their commercial reach significantly. Award categories include: most active estate agent, commercial development of the year, responsible business of the year, residential development of the year, developer of the year, deal of the year, architects of the year, excellence in design, sustainable development of the year, contractor of the year, and overall winner. Winners will be revealed at a glittering awards ceremony on Thursday 15 September, at the Trent Bridge Cricket Ground – an evening that will also provide plenty of time to forge new contacts with property and construction professionals from across the region. Henry Brothers, winners of Commercial Development of the Year at the 2021 East Midlands Bricks Awards, reflected on the event: “Henry Brothers was absolutely thrilled to have won the Commercial Development of the Year award at the East Midlands Bricks for the delivery of the Medical Technologies Innovation Facility at Nottingham Trent University’s Clifton Campus. “The Henry Brothers story began in Northern Ireland in the 1970s and the company has grown to become a leading UK construction company. However, this award for Henry Brothers Midlands cements our position as a significant member of the East Midlands construction sector and we are very proud to have been recognised for our contribution. “We enjoyed the informal atmosphere of the East Midlands Bricks Awards ceremony and hope to nominate projects next year, as we’d very much like to be part of the event in 2022.” To submit a business or development for the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2022 before nominations close on Friday 19 August, please click on a category link below or visit this page.
The Overall Winner of the East Midlands Bricks Awards 2022 will also be awarded a year of marketing/publicity worth £20,000. Find out who last year’s winners were here.

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Tickets can now be booked for the awards event – click here to secure yours. The special awards evening and networking event will be held on 15 September 2022 in the Derek Randall Suite at the Trent Bridge County Cricket Club from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. Connect with local decision makers over canapés and complimentary drinks while applauding the outstanding companies and projects in our region. The event will also welcome John Forkin MBE DL, Managing Director at award-winning investment promotion agency Marketing Derby, as keynote speaker, as well as award-winning mind reader, magician, and professional mentalist Looch, who will bewilder and astonish guests during the evening’s networking. Dress code is standard business attire.
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