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Buzzworks Expands Into Perthshire With Acquisition Of Royal George
Award-winning Scottish hospitality operator Buzzworks has announced plans to acquire The Royal George Hotel in Perth.
16 hours ago


F1 Battery Component Maker Battles Global Giants For Pole Position
A family-owned business is taking on some of the world's biggest battery markets after transforming itself from a specialist distributor .
20 hours ago


Business Rates Shake-Up Risks Creating Uncertainty For UK SMEs
Small and medium-sized businesses face fresh uncertainty over how future business rates changes could affect their plans for growth, investment and recruitment.
21 hours ago


Scotland Set To Benefit From Aldi's £900M Investment
Aldi has revealed that Scotland is set to receive around £19.5 million in 2027 as part of its £900m investment programme.
1 day ago


Shepherd Neame Teams Up With Pub Licensee To Support Whitstable Yacht
Independent family brewer Shepherd Neame has teamed up with the licensee of its Whitstable pub, The Old Neptune, to support a local yacht competing.
2 days ago


Family Business United Launches Apprentice Employers Badge
Family Business United (FBU) has launched a new Family Business Apprentice Employers Badge, recognising and celebrating family businesses across the UK that are embracing apprenticeships and investing in the skills, talent and future of their businesses.
5 days ago


Fifth Family Business Apprentice Employers Report Published
Family Business United’s Family Business Apprentice Employers Report 2026 reveals the scale of apprenticeship investment among leading family firms, with Bagnalls named the UK’s top family business apprentice employer.
5 days ago


Donation Strikes The Right Note For Nottingham Youth Orchestra
A Nottingham youth music charity that supports around 200 young musicians has received a £1,000 donation from The Wilkins Group as part of the company’s commitment to supporting the arts.
5 days ago


Buzzworks Showcases Culinary Talent Through Masterchefs
Award-winning hospitality operator Buzzworks showcased the culinary talent across its portfolio at an exclusive demonstration through its partnership with The Master Chefs of Great Britain.
5 days ago


Nearly Half Of UK Small Business Owners Are Dreading The Budget
Nearly half of UK small business owners are dreading the Budget, with two-thirds fearing tax rises could force them to close according to the latest research.
5 days ago


Tims Launches Greek Family Yogurts Into Tesco Including New Ginger Yogurt
Tims has gained a five-strong listing in selected Tesco stores nationwide and is available now.
6 days ago


Barcare Supreme Is UK's Distributor For The Nordik DriPod Glass Dryer
Stafford-based commercial catering equipment specialists Barcare Supreme have become the first UK distributor for the Nordik DriPod glass dryer range.
6 days ago


HMG Paints Supports YES Charity With Paint Donation
HMG Paints, the UK’s leading independent paint manufacturer, has supported Manchester-based employment and skills organisation YES.
Oct 6


JCB Pledges £7,500 To Historic Village Church Restoration Appeal
A historic Staffordshire Moorlands village church is building firm foundations for the future with support from digger giant JCB.
Oct 6


The 2026 Family Business Lifetime Achievement Awards
Check out the film from the annual Family Business United dinner where the 2026 Family Business Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented.
Oct 6


Family Business United Celebrates 15 Years Of Championing Family Firms
Family Business United (FBU), the UK's independent media, membership and advocacy platform for the family business community, is celebrating its 15th anniversary.
Oct 6


Sybron Announces B Corp™ Status
Sybron, a leading supplier to some of the largest names in UK hospitality has announced its certification as a B Corporation (B Corp™).
Oct 2


St Austell Brewery Has Scooped Two Awards In One Week
The business won Best B2B Website of the Year at the Ecommerce Awards 2026 and Food and Drink Ecommerce Website of the Year at the UK eCommerce Awards 2026.
Oct 2


Farmers Shrinking Businesses To Limit Inheritance Tax Damage
Nearly 90% of rural family businesses have paused investment, and in some cases, are actively devaluing their businesses to avoid triggering tax bills they can’t afford, stark new polling by the CLA reveals.
Oct 1


Arco Enters New Chapter Of Growth As H.I.G. Capital Agrees Acquisition
Investment will accelerate innovation, deepen customer and supplier partnerships and expand Arco’s reach across the UK, Europe and North America.
Oct 1
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