Saturday, April 26, 2025

Healthcare services provider secures new contract and extension valued at £6.1m

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Healthcare services provider secures new contract and extension valued at £6.1m

Totally, the Derby-based provider of frontline healthcare services, corporate fitness and wellbeing services, has been awarded a new contract for insourcing services and a contract extension for the delivery of NHS 111 online services; both contracts are for the North of England.

The insourcing contract, to be delivered by Pioneer Healthcare, is a further expansion of Totally’s footprint across the North of England. The contract, valued at £5 million will enable the treatment of patients across multiple medical specialties, including outpatients and day cases. This new contract will be mobilized immediately and the work delivered by end of March 2025.

Totally has also been awarded a contract extension for existing services delivering NHS 111 “Speak to” and online dispositions for a Trust in the North East of England. The contract runs from 1 April 2024 to 30 September 2025 and is valued at £1.1 million.

Wendy Lawrence, Totally CEO, said: “These two contracts demonstrate how we can support this for patients across the UK – making sure patients can access help when they need it, and increasing capacity so that no one waits longer than they need to for essential treatment.”

Government funding secured setting the scene for two cultural projects in Derby

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Government funding secured setting the scene for two cultural projects in Derby
Government funding has been secured for two key cultural projects in Derby, paving the way for the restoration of the historic Guildhall Theatre, and Derby Theatre’s redevelopment project. Sign-off of £20 million of UK Government funding, which was put on hold when the General Election was called, has now been confirmed by the Ministry of Communities, Housing and Local Government (MCHLG). Partners Derby City Council, the University of Derby and Derby Theatre will now work to develop their plans for the two buildings. Half of the funding, £10 million, will go towards bringing the Grade II listed Guildhall Theatre back into use. Further funding has been allocated from the Council’s capital budget, and opportunities for match funding are being explored. Councillor Nadine Peatfield, Leader of Derby City Council and Cabinet Member for City Centre, Regeneration, Strategy and Policy, said: “It is fantastic news that this much-needed funding has been secured for our city. Now we can look towards restoring one of our historic buildings and create more space for community-led arts groups to perform right in the city’s cultural heart.” The other half of the funding will go towards a new accessible and flexible studio theatre adjoining the current building at Derby Theatre. In addition, a new Learning and Research Hub will develop further the undergraduate and postgraduate offer to study theatre in a professional setting and give more space to Derby Theatre’s expanding community programme. Professor Kathryn Mitchell CBE DL, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Derby, said: “We are delighted that plans to develop Derby Theatre are progressing forwards. “The Theatre plays a vital role in the creative and cultural ecology of our city and is a key part of our university. As a professional, producing and learning theatre, it provides our students with a unique and valuable opportunity to study alongside professionals. “We are fully committed to supporting Derby Theatre and the regeneration of our city and look forward to continuing to work with partners on this project.” Sarah Brigham, CEO and Artistic Director of Derby Theatre, said: “These new facilities will enable us to expand and embed our community programmes into the heart of the theatre, become a hot house for artistic talent in the city and develop work which suits a more intimate setting. At a difficult time for artists and cultural venues, we are delighted by this vote of confidence in Derby Theatre.”

ITP Aero UK opens doors to school students to learn more about aerospace

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ITP Aero UK opens doors to school students to learn more about aerospace
ITP Aero UK has opened its doors for groups of students from five local schools to learn more about manufacturing and engineering in aerospace. The event was hosted at ITP Aero’s largest UK site in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, as part of Make UK’s National Manufacturing Day 2024. Students enjoyed a packed day of activities to help inspire the next generation of manufacturers and engineers. Twenty four students from four local schools/colleges joined the event where they were invited to take a tour of the whole ITP Aero UK facility and learn about the many products and processes that take place within its walls. They also had the chance to speak to the teams on-site about their careers, and find out more about ways to break into the sector. Following the tour, ITP Aero UK’s team of STEM Ambassadors held some fun activities to get the group thinking and working together. As part of the day, the Midlands Aerospace Alliance and their Defence Roadshow were hosted, which enabled visitors to get an even greater understanding of the whole industry. Across the country, British manufacturing companies opened their doors to give their local communities the chance to see first-hand the potential careers and jobs on offer in this sector. National Manufacturing Day 2024 is open to all age groups, from school leavers to more experienced workers looking at reskilling to consider the possibilities of a career in manufacturing. Ian Williamson, Managing Director of ITP Aero UK, said: “Together at ITP Aero, we find better ways to power flight and keep its magic alive. As a growing company, we are continuously looking to the future and seeking people who can help us to create world-class products. “We were delighted to invite our local schools and colleges in to see our company, and to show students, teachers and careers advisers what we do and the diverse range of careers we offer. “There is so much history here in Hucknall. We sit on the site where the Flying Bedstead was developed and first took flight, and have been producing parts for aeroplane engines here since the second world war. Events like this show our commitment to continue making history, with the manufacturers and engineers of the future.” Stephen Phipson, CEO of Make UK, the manufacturers organisation, added: “This is a really exciting day where the manufacturing sector came together to celebrate the amazing things that Britain designs and makes. “Britain’s manufacturing companies are at the forefront of global renewable technology development and some of the most innovative engineering developments seen anywhere around the world. “This is a sector with amazing opportunities and we hope National Manufacturing Day has again this year given people who have never had the chance to see inside their local businesses just what is going on and the opportunities available to them.”

Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire businesses win Regional British Chambers of Commerce Awards

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Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire businesses win Regional British Chambers of Commerce Awards
East Midlands Chamber has congratulated four of its members, revealed as winners of the Regional British Chambers of Commerce Business Awards 2024. Derbyshire’s Midland Lead, Derby-based HSG UK, Nottingham-based Turner and Townsend and Leicestershire-based Druck have been announced as recipients. The four regional winners were put forward by East Midlands Chamber after first winning its own local Business Awards in 2023. Regional British Chambers of Commerce awards won by East Midlands Chamber members: Midland Lead – People and Work Business of the Year HSG UK – Green Innovation Business of the Year Druck – Global Britain Business of the Year Turner & Townsend – Digital Revolution Business of the Year East Midlands Chamber Chief Executive Scott Knowles said: “Being presented with a British Chambers of Commerce Business Award is testament to the leadership, strategy and innovation at each of these firms. The East Midlands punches high, and these thoroughly deserved awards further underline the region’s place as a Centre of Trading Excellence. “I extend my congratulations to Midland Lead, Turner and Townsend, Druck and HSG.  These East Midlands Chamber members continue to be a shining example of what great business looks like, driving economic growth and, between them, doing Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire proud.”  Midland Lead Managing Director Francoise Derksen said: “We’re delighted that Midland Lead has been recognised by the British Chambers of Commerce for this prestigious People at Work award. “Over the last few years, we have continuously invested in a series of initiatives to make sure that our team feel valued and that everyone can thrive, through development, coaching and training programmes, reward plans and health and wellbeing initiatives. “We believe it is the people who work here, that help us drive forward and we recognise that every member of staff plays an important role in our future success. To see our commitment to people development being recognised by the BCC, is truly inspiring.” Turner & Townsend Director Mark Deakin said: “At Turner & Townsend we are working with our clients to innovate and digitally transform our services. It’s fantastic that the British Chambers of Commerce has recognised our achievements with this award. “Central to our mission is supporting our clients in achieving their net zero carbon ambitions using our digital tools to account for the two currencies of construction – cost and carbon.” Druck, a Baker Hughes business, Vice President Gordon Docherty said: “Being recognized as one of the East Midlands’ most successful businesses is a tremendous accolade and reflects the quality of our pressure measurement technology and the hard work and dedication of the Druck team. “From the highest mountains, the deepest oceans, and even in outer space, Baker Hughes’ Druck solutions are enabling customers from every corner of the world achieve efficiency and productivity gains.” HSG UK Founder and Managing Director Simon Rice said: “We are obviously deeply honoured to receive this recognition for our work in making a positive impact on environmental sustainability. “This caps off an incredible year for HSG having achieved The King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation for our next generation products which enable our family-owned company to continue to punch above our weight in the competitive washroom services industry by bringing innovative products and services to market in line with its mission to raise washroom hygiene standards and help customers achieve their sustainability targets. “HSG’s ethos is rooted in developing sustainable systems and products and our vanguard water conservation system is proven to significantly reduce water consumption, save money and improve the washroom environment.”

Leicestershire business growth consultancy makes raft of appointments

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Leicestershire business growth consultancy makes raft of appointments
Leicestershire-based business growth consultancy, Champions (UK) plc, has strengthened its Creative and Content team with seven new appointments. The family-led company – which incorporates business growth, after-dinner speaking, music and entertainment, celebrity talent, and events – was set up in 2003 and employs nearly 100 full-time staff. With a growing number of national and international clients to support, the company has expanded its team with Wayne Rees as Graphic Designer, Sophie Turrill as Content Executive, Mark Lawrence as PR Executive, Coby Allen as Creative Media Executive, Oliver Hunter as Marketing Executive, Ryan Jhaj as Strategy Executive, and Taylor Morley as Digital Marketing Exec. Champions MD Matthew Hayes said: “We’re delighted to be adding to the talent in our Creative Team to help manage the increasing output for our clients. I am sure they will all prove to be real assets for the company and welcome them into the Champs team. I look forward to working with them.”

£17m loan secured to fund new care home in Thurnby, Leicester

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£17m loan secured to fund new care home in Thurnby, Leicester
Puma Property Finance has facilitated a £17m loan to Cinnamon Luxury Care to deliver a new 73-bed care home in Thurnby, Leicester. This marks the first loan Puma has provided to Cinnamon Luxury Care and will help support the significant shortfall in quality care homes in the local area. The £17m loan will convert an existing brownfield site to deliver the new 73-bed home which includes ten care suites. These suites will provide a bedroom with ensuite-wetrooms and their own separate living room and kitchenette area. The new home will target an EPC A rating and will comprise a traditional build with pre-cast concrete planked floors, alongside a brick and cladding façade. With ensuite-wetrooms as standard, it will include amenities such as dining and sitting rooms, a cinema, private dining, a hair salon and café. Construction is set to begin in December 2024 and the care home is expected to reach practical completion in August 2026. Tony Throp, Director and Head of Healthcare at Puma Property Finance, says: “We are delighted to support best-in-class care operator, Cinnamon Luxury Care on this new home. This marks our first loan to the group and will help to address the significant shortfall of quality care homes in the Thurnby area, in particular given the majority of existing stock is 20-30 years old. “With just 14,500 care beds having been delivered since 2020, there is still a huge need to deliver new, quality care homes that can help support the ageing population. We’re looking forward to working with Cinnamon Care Group and building on this relationship in the future.” Stuart Norris, Commercial Director at Cinnamon Luxury Care, says: “We are excited to work with Puma Property Finance on this first project together, developing our next new care home in Thurnby, Leicester. “There continues to be an urgent need across the UK to deliver good quality care homes and developing this existing brownfield site in an area that has a significant shortfall in care beds will go one step towards addressing this need.”

SNGgroup appoint former Relationship Director at Santander UK as external Financial Advisor

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SNGgroup appoint former Relationship Director at Santander UK as external Financial Advisor
SNGgroup, the Nottingham property development, investment and asset management firm, has appointed Tony Alexander as their external Financial Advisor. Tony brings over a decade of extensive experience in Real Estate Finance, having served as the Relationship Director for the real estate sector at Santander UK from October 2009 to November 2019. During his tenure at Santander UK, Tony played a pivotal role in managing Real Estate Finance, effectively expanding the customer base and spearheading new business initiatives in the investment market. His strategic vision and financial acumen significantly contributed to the growth and success of Santander across the East Midlands. At SNGgroup, Tony will utilise his expertise to drive strategic financial planning and advise on the company’s continued planned expansion in the property sector. “We are thrilled to welcome Tony Alexander in an advisory role to the SNGgroup,” said Martin Singh, Managing Director at SNGgroup. “His wealth of experience and proven track record in Real Estate Finance make him an invaluable addition to our external professional team.”

New scheme brings heritage skills to next generation

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New scheme brings heritage skills to next generation
A groundbreaking scheme to develop construction skills to help protect and preserve our architectural heritage is being supported by Bassetlaw District Council. The Council has teamed up with Pinnacle Conservation and The National Trust to host a series of free foundation classes in conservation crafts, to train up a new generation with the skills needed to conserve some of our much-loved buildings. The sessions, which have been made possible through UK Shared Prosperity (UKSPF) Funding, are taking place within Clumber Park and include stonemasonry, roofing, rainwater ironworks, heritage joinery and lime plastering/pointing. Rob Holder, National Trust General Manager North Notts, said: “As General Manager of National Trust Clumber Park I am thrilled to be hosting the Heritage Skills Programme at our special place. “Working with like-minded partners to champion the importance of heritage skills in our sector is a privilege and much needed if we are to attract people into these roles and secure the future of our built heritage.” Adan Hickey, Managing Director of Pinnacle Conservation, said: “We’re so excited to be involved in the delivery of this heritage skills training programme. As a company, we’re extremely passionate about the continued development of such important craft skills and we hope these next few months will ignite the spark in our cohort of enthused candidates to fly the flag for the heritage sector.” Over £600k of UKSPF monies is being invested in people and skills by Bassetlaw District Council across the district. Cllr Charles Adams, Cabinet Member for Business and Skills, said: “It is important we continue to create new opportunities for people across the district of all ages to learn new skills. Our Vision2040 aims to maximise the skills of our residents to enable economic growth and support social inclusion.” Among the schemes, a Green Skills Programme, in partnership with the council, Matrix Academy and the RNN group, is providing students with an introduction to low carbon/renewable tech such as solar photovoltaic panels, and air source heat pumps. While Inspire Adult Learning are offering IT, digital and work skills courses to local businesses who’d like to boost the productivity and skills of its workforce, and programmes focused on skills provision to progress those in the workforce while claiming Universal Credit. Support is also being offered countywide to those not in education, employment, or training through a Transform your Future programme, providing support to access learning, find volunteering and employment opportunities and learn about other services.

£100k grant will support drinks firm’s sustainability ambitions

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£100k grant will support drinks firm’s sustainability ambitions
Derbyshire drinks producer Global Brands has been given a £100,000 grant to support its ambitious sustainability strategy with new technologies. The funding will be used to introduce state-of-the-art energy-efficient technologies at the company’s Clay Cross distribution centre, speeding up efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and achieve net zero status by 2050. The grant, from the Clay Cross Town Deal’s Low Carbon Challenge Fund, will support the installation of energy-efficient lighting, introduction of battery storage solutions to harness solar energy, and the creation of an onsite Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil filling station. These measures are expected to substantially reduce emissions from Global Brands’ distribution operations, with the drinks business already aiming for a 40% cut per £M turnover by 2030, as well as a 92% reduction per £M turnover by 2050. Shaun Bacon, Group Managing and Financial Director, said: “This investment marks another pivotal moment in our sustainability journey. As part of a single-use industry, it is crucial to lead by example and adopt meaningful changes that reduce our environmental impact. By switching to energy-efficient solutions and alternative fuels, we’re committed to doing our bit locally and hope to inspire other businesses in our community to do the same. “With plans already in place to switch the entire logistics fleet to zero-carbon by 2050, and with over 50% of the warehouse energy now powered by solar panels, this funding allows Global Brands to continue driving forward its sustainability goals.” The grant has been provided by the North East Derbyshire District Council through the Low Carbon Challenge Fund – a programme of support to help stimulate the transition to a low carbon economy. Lee Barnes, Chair of the Clay Cross Town Board, added: “We’re seeing some significant change as more businesses like Global Brands complete their journey with the Low Carbon Challenge Fund. Recipients have praised the process of receiving grants as being quick, easy and well worth their time, and it’s heart-warming to know we were able to support them as part of their mission to be more sustainable.”

Erewash EV hub gets green light

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Erewash EV hub gets green light
Erewash is poised to get an electric charging station for 22 vehicles – complete with two new eateries for drivers topping up their batteries. The hub will be near Ilkeston where a development of new warehouses and industrial units is taking shape at New Stanton Park – site of the town’s former ironworks. The restaurants are both drive throughs. They will also cater for potentially thousands of new employees who would otherwise drive off site to find food. The entire scheme won planning consent after councillors were told: “Even the most rapid 30-min chargers require catering facilities for customers whilst charging takes place.” Officials said that the new eateries when combined with the charging hub would “assist in encouraging inward investment to New Stanton Park.” A report to the council’s planning committee added: “The provision of such facilities are considered crucial in meeting the council’s carbon reduction objectives.” Cllr Curtis Howard, who is Erewash’s Lead Member for Town Centres, Regeneration and Planning, said: “I was very pleased to see this application pass at committee – councillors voted to create jobs, facilitate investment in Erewash, and ultimately grow the local economy. “While not originally planned for the site, this is a laudable addition to a regeneration project which in the coming years should create thousands of jobs, forging a new future for Stanton whilst also respecting its history.” The proposed drive-through restaurants got the OK as plans to build two others – close to the M1 at Bostocks Lane on the edge of Sandiacre – were rejected. Greggs and Starbucks were aiming to open on land near the Junction 25 roundabout. The bid was submitted almost a decade after McDonald’s appealed in vain against a planning veto. The new application claimed to have addressed issues such as potential traffic hazards but councillors remained unconvinced. Sandiacre Parish Council was against the development – as were neighbouring Risley with Hopwell and Stanton-by-Dale parish councils. Objectors also feared that unhealthy fast food would lure pupils at nearby Friesland secondary school across a busy road.
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