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Broads holiday giant hails this summer its busiest season since Covid staycation boom

Broads holiday giant hails this summer its busiest season since Covid staycation boom

The demand for Broads boating holidays may have levelled out since Britain’s Covid staycation boom, but Norfolk’s largest operator says this...

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Norwich Evening News

Adam Barker

Norfolk firm renews Norwich City shirt sponsorship

Norfolk firm renews Norwich City shirt sponsorship

A Norfolk training provider has renewed its partnership with Norwich City’s women’s team, continuing as the club’s sleeve sponsor for a second season.

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Norwich Evening News

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Broads holiday giant hails this summer its busiest season since Covid staycation boom

Broads holiday giant hails this summer its busiest season since Covid staycation boom

The demand for Broads boating holidays may have levelled out since Britain’s Covid staycation boom, but Norfolk’s largest operator says this...

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Eastern Daily Press

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Free retail training rolled out for Norfolk businesses

Free retail training rolled out for Norfolk businesses

Free retail training is being rolled out for businesses in towns across Norfolk.

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Norfolk firm renews Norwich City shirt sponsorship

Norfolk firm renews Norwich City shirt sponsorship

A Norfolk training provider has renewed its partnership with Norwich City’s women’s team, continuing as the club’s sleeve sponsor for a second season.

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Norfolk business awarded prestigious Royal Warrant

Norfolk business awarded prestigious Royal Warrant

A Norfolk business has been awarded a Royal Warrant by King Charles III in recognition of its years of service to the Royal Household at the...

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Eastern Daily Press

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What does the future hold for Lotus in Norfolk after 550 job losses announced?

What does the future hold for Lotus in Norfolk after 550 job losses announced?

The uncertain future of Lotus has been dealt another blow with the company set to axe up to 550 jobs at its UK headquarters in Norfolk.

30.08.2025 9

Norwich Evening News

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What does the future hold for Lotus in Norfolk after 550 job losses announced?

What does the future hold for Lotus in Norfolk after 550 job losses announced?

The uncertain future of Lotus has been dealt another blow with the company set to axe up to 550 jobs at its UK headquarters in Norfolk.

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Lotus to cut 550 jobs at Norfolk factory

Lotus to cut 550 jobs at Norfolk factory

Lotus is to cut up to 550 jobs at its UK headquarters in Norfolk.

29.08.2025 10

Norwich Evening News

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Norfolk Broads holiday and tour company taken over in multimillion-pound deal

Norfolk Broads holiday and tour company taken over in multimillion-pound deal

A Norfolk Broads boating holiday and tour company has been taken over in a multimillion-pound deal.

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Lotus to cut 550 jobs at Norfolk factory

Lotus to cut 550 jobs at Norfolk factory

Lotus is to cut up to 550 jobs at its UK headquarters in Norfolk.

29.08.2025 10

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'This is our latest evolution' - Jarrolds CEO on adapting to challenge

'This is our latest evolution' - Jarrolds CEO on adapting to challenge

Jarrolds has gone through many changes in its 255-year history.

28.08.2025 10

Norwich Evening News

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Norfolk family business appoints new managing director in leadership shake-up

Norfolk family business appoints new managing director in leadership shake-up

A Norwich timber merchant has appointed a new managing director and leadership team.

28.08.2025 10

Norwich Evening News

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Construction firm completes £3.5m upgrade of Norfolk plant

Construction firm completes £3.5m upgrade of Norfolk plant

A national construction materials company has completed a £3.5m upgrade to its plant in Norfolk.

28.08.2025 8

Norwich Evening News

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Revealed: Nine in 10 business owners confident about their growth prospects

Revealed: Nine in 10 business owners confident about their growth prospects

More than nine in 10 business owners in the East of England feel confident about their growth prospects in 2025, new research has revealed.

28.08.2025 6

Norwich Evening News

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'This is our latest evolution' - Jarrolds CEO on adapting to challenge

'This is our latest evolution' - Jarrolds CEO on adapting to challenge

Jarrolds has gone through many changes in its 255-year history.

28.08.2025 10

Eastern Daily Press

Adam Barker

Norfolk family business appoints new managing director in leadership shake-up

Norfolk family business appoints new managing director in leadership shake-up

A Norwich timber merchant has appointed a new managing director and leadership team.

28.08.2025 10

Eastern Daily Press

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Businesses in the region issue most profit warnings since peak of pandemic

Businesses in the region issue most profit warnings since peak of pandemic

Listed companies in the East of England have reported the highest number of profit warnings since the peak of the pandemic in 2020.

28.08.2025 10

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Construction firm completes £3.5m upgrade of Norfolk plant

Construction firm completes £3.5m upgrade of Norfolk plant

A national construction materials company has completed a £3.5m upgrade to its plant in Norfolk.

28.08.2025 9

Eastern Daily Press

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Revealed: Nine in 10 business owners confident about their growth prospects

Revealed: Nine in 10 business owners confident about their growth prospects

More than nine in 10 business owners in the East of England feel confident about their growth prospects in 2025, new research has revealed.

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World's leading helicopter provider ceases operations at Norwich Airport

World's leading helicopter provider ceases operations at Norwich Airport

The world’s leading provider of helicopter transportation has ceased operating out of Norwich Airport after losing a major contract to a competitor.

27.08.2025 20

Norwich Evening News

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Global firm with Norfolk base more than triples revenue

Global firm with Norfolk base more than triples revenue

The world’s leading offshore wind turbine installation company has more than tripled its revenue for the first half of the year.

27.08.2025 10

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World's leading helicopter provider ceases operations at Norwich Airport

World's leading helicopter provider ceases operations at Norwich Airport

The world’s leading provider of helicopter transportation has ceased operating out of Norwich Airport after losing a major contract to a competitor.

27.08.2025 10

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Axe the tax: Horse racing to go on strike in protest

Axe the tax: Horse racing to go on strike in protest

British horse racing will go on strike next month, refusing to race for the first time in protest against the government’s proposed ‘racing tax’.

26.08.2025 2

Norwich Evening News

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Axe the tax: Horse racing to go on strike in protest

Axe the tax: Horse racing to go on strike in protest

British horse racing will go on strike next month, refusing to race for the first time in protest against the government’s proposed ‘racing tax’.

26.08.2025 4

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City law firm announces record £181m turnover - with staff set to receive a boost

City law firm announces record £181m turnover - with staff set to receive a boost

A Norwich law firm has announced a record turnover of £181m.

25.08.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

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Huge steel structure installed for £4bn wind farm off coast of East Anglia

Huge steel structure installed for £4bn wind farm off coast of East Anglia

A huge steel structure that will house an offshore converter station for one of the world’s largest wind farms has been installed off the coast of...

25.08.2025 9

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City law firm announces record £181m turnover - with staff set to receive a boost

City law firm announces record £181m turnover - with staff set to receive a boost

A Norwich law firm has announced a record turnover of £181m.

25.08.2025 5

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The pioneering Norfolk fire firm holding its own against US and Chinese giants

The pioneering Norfolk fire firm holding its own against US and Chinese giants

Norfolk firefighting firm Delta Fire is blazing a global trail - despite the pressures of rising costs, US competition and Chinese rivals.  

21.08.2025 7

Norwich Evening News

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Norfolk firm celebrates 25th anniversary with exclusive sailing event

Norfolk firm celebrates 25th anniversary with exclusive sailing event

A Norfolk-based business rescue and insolvency firm has celebrated its 25th anniversary.

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Norwich Evening News

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The pioneering Norfolk fire firm holding its own against US and Chinese giants

The pioneering Norfolk fire firm holding its own against US and Chinese giants

Norfolk firefighting firm Delta Fire is blazing a global trail - despite the pressures of rising costs, US competition and Chinese rivals.  

21.08.2025 10

Eastern Daily Press

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Entries open for region's energy industry awards gala

Entries open for region's energy industry awards gala

Awards showcasing the region’s energy industry are now open for nominations and entries.

21.08.2025 7

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Norfolk firm celebrates 25th anniversary with exclusive sailing event

Norfolk firm celebrates 25th anniversary with exclusive sailing event

A Norfolk-based business rescue and insolvency firm has celebrated its 25th anniversary.

21.08.2025 10

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Last orders: Norfolk landlords warn pubs could 'disappear' by 2050

Last orders: Norfolk landlords warn pubs could 'disappear' by 2050

Eight pubs are closing every week in the UK due to rising tax and employment costs.

20.08.2025 6

Norwich Evening News

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Last orders: Norfolk landlords warn pubs could 'disappear' by 2050

Last orders: Norfolk landlords warn pubs could 'disappear' by 2050

Eight pubs are closing every week in the UK due to rising tax and employment costs.

20.08.2025 8

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Greenpeace ship leaves Norfolk port after controversial oil rig 'art' protest

Greenpeace ship leaves Norfolk port after controversial oil rig 'art' protest

A ship used by climate activists to stage a protest on a gas platform off the Norfolk coast has left Great Yarmouth port.

20.08.2025 10

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More than two million journeys made on Beryl bikes in Norfolk

More than two million journeys made on Beryl bikes in Norfolk

More than two million journeys have now been made on Beryl bikes, e-bikes and scooters in Norfolk.

18.08.2025 4

Norwich Evening News

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More than two million journeys made on Beryl bikes in Norfolk

More than two million journeys made on Beryl bikes in Norfolk

More than two million journeys have now been made on Beryl bikes, e-bikes and scooters in Norfolk.

18.08.2025 4

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Dangerous climate protest risked 'untold environmental damage', says energy chief

Dangerous climate protest risked 'untold environmental damage', says energy chief

A climate protest by activists who boarded a gas platform off the Norfolk coast was “extremely dangerous” and could have caused “untold...

16.08.2025 4

Norwich Evening News

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Anger as Greenpeace dock diesel-powered boat at Norfolk port after rig protest

Anger as Greenpeace dock diesel-powered boat at Norfolk port after rig protest

A ship operated by Greenpeace is docked at Great Yarmouth port after helping climate activists 'illegally' board a North Sea gas platform in a...

16.08.2025 10

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Dangerous climate protest risked 'untold environmental damage', says energy chief

Dangerous climate protest risked 'untold environmental damage', says energy chief

A climate protest by activists who boarded a gas platform off the Norfolk coast was “extremely dangerous” and could have caused “untold...

16.08.2025 10

Eastern Daily Press

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WATCH: Climate protestors climb gas platform and spray giant blood-red 'artwork'

WATCH: Climate protestors climb gas platform and spray giant blood-red 'artwork'

Climate activists boarded a Shell gas platform off the Norfolk coast before spraying 1,000 litres of a blood-red liquid onto a white canvas in a...

15.08.2025 5

Norwich Evening News

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Garages close as thousands of drivers are left without cars after recall

Garages close as thousands of drivers are left without cars after recall

A garage in Norwich has closed down at the same time as thousands of people have been left unable to drive their cars due to a nationwide recall. 

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Norwich Evening News

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Aviva's operating profit clears £1bn for first half of year - up 22pc

Aviva's operating profit clears £1bn for first half of year - up 22pc

Aviva has posted a strong financial performance for the first half of the year, with operating profit up 22pc.

15.08.2025 8

Norwich Evening News

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Firm to offer free financial education workshops for children in Norfolk schools

Firm to offer free financial education workshops for children in Norfolk schools

A Norwich financial advisory firm will offer free financial education to children in schools across Norfolk.

15.08.2025 8

Norwich Evening News

Adam Barker

WATCH: Climate protestors climb gas platform and spray giant blood-red 'artwork'

WATCH: Climate protestors climb gas platform and spray giant blood-red 'artwork'

Climate activists boarded a Shell gas platform off the Norfolk coast before spraying 1,000 litres of a blood-red liquid onto a white canvas in a...

15.08.2025 3

Eastern Daily Press

Adam Barker

Garages close as thousands of drivers are left without cars after recall

Garages close as thousands of drivers are left without cars after recall

A garage in Norwich has closed down at the same time as thousands of people have been left unable to drive their cars due to a nationwide recall. 

15.08.2025 3

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Aviva's operating profit clears £1bn for first half of year - up 22pc

Aviva's operating profit clears £1bn for first half of year - up 22pc

Aviva has posted a strong financial performance for the first half of the year, with operating profit up 22pc.

15.08.2025 2

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Firm to offer free financial education workshops for children in Norfolk schools

Firm to offer free financial education workshops for children in Norfolk schools

A Norwich financial advisory firm will offer free financial education to children in schools across Norfolk.

15.08.2025 2

Eastern Daily Press

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Huge fitness event returning to Norwich...in a multi-storey car park

Huge fitness event returning to Norwich...in a multi-storey car park

A Hyrox-style fitness event is returning to Norwich this Autumn following its successful debut earlier this year.

14.08.2025 10

Norwich Evening News

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